Use inflatable dock for extra space

[kevalbanya]

Hi guys,

I have a 2021 AR190 and I start to feel crowed if it is more than 4 people. Thinking about this this inflatable dock – see link below. I will get their electric pump too and they told me I can inflate it in about 10 minutes. When I am done, I will deflate it and tie it on the swim platform. What do you think? Is it practical? Is there better options or different brand that you recommend?

Utility Dock XL

 

[Jerlane]

We have the smaller version of that same one and it is awesome! The kids named it BIF... big island of fun! We will sometimes anchor it and leave a few people on it while others ski. They are great. We tried this and one of the foam lily pads and decided we preferred the inflatable, mainly because it rolls up so much smaller. They are both great, though.

12’ is pretty big. We are happy with the size we have. I don’t remember if it is 8 or 9 feet.

 

[kevalbanya]

We have the smaller version of that same one and it is awesome! The kids named it BIF... big island of fun! We will sometimes anchor it and leave a few people on it while others ski. They are great. We tried this and one of the foam lily pads and decided we preferred the inflatable, mainly because it rolls up so much smaller. They are both great, though.

12’ is pretty big. We are happy with the size we have. I don’t remember if it is 8 or 9 feet.

Thanks you. They have the 9' by 6' for 100 cheaper

 

[LakesideLaw]

REEF :: Inflatable Water Mats
Mission Reef Mats are amazing.... looks like a similar product.

 

[Bluewater272]

We have a similar, but less fancy one. Absolutely love it, folds up easy and tucks in the ski locker.

 

[kevalbanya]

REEF :: Inflatable Water Mats
Mission Reef Mats are amazing.... looks like a similar product.

Thanks for the recommendation. What is your experience with durability with Mission Reef Mats? How long do you have it now?

 

[OB WI]

I was looking at that mat also. But went with the Mission Reef 85 instead because is was a foot longer and 100.00 cheaper at The time. It was 698.00 but is now 748.00. Not sure if the 6 inch vs 4 inch thickness is worth it or not. Both sold out of MN. You’ll be happy with the room either way. Good luck!

 

[Plpbecks]

We got an O’Brien 6x12 on overtons last year for a steal, under 400$. Works great for extra space on our 242, but definitely had to invest in the 12v high-pressure pump, these puppies take all day to fill up with the hand pump.

The wife likes it because I can get the cigar smoke 12’ further away from the boat!

 

[LakesideLaw]

Thanks for the recommendation. What is your experience with durability with Mission Reef Mats? How long do you have it now?

First year with it - but love it and kids love it. Super durable - think Zodiac boat material - dogs no problem on them - honestly will (should) last a lifetime - comes with repair kit as well. I got it during a Mission Black Friday special last year for like $550 with the Mission soft sided cooler so it was a steal back then. Have the Reef 85 - its big but folds up pretty compact - about 1 ft by 3 foot when rolled up. Definitely agree on the DUAL mode SUP high pressure pump for these.

Have the Mission Sentry Fenders as well and they are worth the money. Check for B stock in the outlet for more savings on the mats and the fenders as well.

 

[kevalbanya]

First year with it - but love it and kids love it. Super durable - think Zodiac boat material - dogs no problem on them - honestly will (should) last a lifetime - comes with repair kit as well. I got it during a Mission Black Friday special last year for like $550 with the Mission soft sided cooler so it was a steal back then. Have the Reef 85 - its big but folds up pretty compact - about 1 ft by 3 foot when rolled up. Definitely agree on the DUAL mode SUP high pressure pump for these.

Have the Mission Sentry Fenders as well and they are worth the money. Check for B stock in the outlet for more savings on the mats and the fenders as well.

Thank you. That was a good deal!

 

[kevalbanya]

Thank you all for your help. I appreciate. For anyone who is interested. I found a deal I want to share:

https://jetboaters.net/threads/deal-on-mission-reef-inflatable-mat.33024/

 

[LakesideLaw]

Thank you all for your help. I appreciate. For anyone who is interested. I found a deal I want to share:

https://jetboaters.net/threads/deal-on-mission-reef-inflatable-mat.33024/

Nice find! Its 80 degrees out.... and not November - so score on that deal! ?