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Is An Inflatable Paddle Board Dog Safe?

Paddle Boarding or “SUP Surfing” (short for Stand-Up Paddle Surfing) has quickly grown into one of the top relaxing water sports in the country and is second only to kayaking. The inflatable paddle board has only helped to popularize the sport by creating an easy-to-transport platform that can be stored in a backpack and fully inflated in less than 5 minutes.

Just because they’re inflatable doesn’t mean they’re not durable either! When most people think of inflatables, they immediately think of the cheap swimming pool floats they sell for $5, but these inflatable paddle boards are made from extremely heavy-duty reinforced materials designed to withstand a full day out on the water with ease.

Many of us who do water sports love to bring our canine friends along. But Is An Inflatable Paddle Board Dog Safe?

While it sure looks like fun from afar, there is a bit of work that goes into familiarizing and training your dog to behave while riding on your iSUP. We’ll go into this below.

There are some obvious safety concerns that many pet owners have at first, though.

Will my dog jump off the board?
Can my dog puncture the board?

… and more questions are commonly asked, so we decided that we would write a comprehensive article to address some of the most common concerns!

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Is An Inflatable Kayak Dog Safe?

Inflatable Craft, Kayaks

What’s the point of enjoying something if you can’t share it with the people or furry friends that you love most? Doing things with your pets always makes them more rewarding, and that includes aquatic activities. Anyone who owns a dog that swims will tell you how fun it is to enjoy the water’s embrace with their canine companion.

However, what if you want to do a little bit more than just go swimming with your dog? Today, we’re going to take a look at whether or not it’s safe to bring your dog along with you in an inflatable kayak. We’ll cover whether it’s possible in the first place and then take a look at some of the precautions you can take to make it as safe as possible for your four-legged friend.

Is an Inflatable Kayak Dog Safe? Let’s find out!

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Are Inflatable Kayaks Safe for Fishing?

Fishing, Inflatable Craft

Kayaks can often make great fishing platforms, they get you out on the water, away fr shore, without needing to spend thousands on a fishing boat. Even if you don’t want to save money, there are times when a kayak is the largest vessel that you can realistically bring out on your body of water of choice.

Inflatable kayaks have blown up in popularity over the last several years, due to their convenience, design, and portability. But many interested anglers wonder Are Inflatable Kayaks Safe for Fishing? You’ve got hooks galore, knives, and various other sharp pointy tools to deal with on an inflatable craft. Is that a good idea?

Let’s take a closer look at fishing in an inflatable kayak.

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Best Float Tube for Rivers

Inflatable Craft

What’s more relaxing than floating down a river with your friends and family? We can’t think of much that can compare to that feeling, but it’s a lot more satisfying when you own your own float tube instead of having to pay extortionate rates to rent them out. When you have your own float tube, you also don’t have to wait for large events so you can comfortably float down a river.

In today’s guide, we’re going to take a look at some of the best float tubes for rivers on the market. Aside from the product reviews, we’ll also include a section of buying advice in this article.

Let’s dive right in with the best float tube for rivers, the Intex River Run!

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Best Water Trampoline. Bounce into Fun!

Inflatable Craft, Water Sport

Looking for a fun new way for your family and friends to enjoy the water that doesn’t involve going out on the boat? Well, then look no farther- water trampolines are a one-stop-shop that provides hours of fun, bouncing around, and lounging for a relatively affordable price point.

While inflatable kayaks, canoes, and even one-man pontoon boats are an amazing way to enjoy the lake, sometimes they’re a bit of a hassle. You have to load them up, spend a lot of time cleaning them, and they’re not always the safest option- especially when you’re dealing with younger kids and tweens who probably have limited boating experience.

Water trampolines can be placed by your dock, inside of your pool, or launched from an island if you want to have some fun in the ocean. If you’re already taking the boat out, you can even bring your water trampoline with you and inflate it by your favorite chill spot- just make sure there aren’t any dangerous wildlife nearby!

Whether you’re looking for a small water trampoline for your kids or a large water trampoline that the whole gang can enjoy, this article on the Best Water Trampolines has it all.
Let’s jump right in with the Best Water Trampoline, the Island Hopper 17’ Bounce N Splash.

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Classic Accessories Colorado Review and Information

Kayaks, Inflatable Craft

Classic Accessories has knocked it out of the park with their Colorado inflatable pontoon boat, and it has quickly become one of the most popular models on the market. However, this doesn’t exactly make the Colorado an instant pick, especially since there are three models of it available.

In today’s guide, we’re going to review the original version of the Classic Accessories Colorado. After that, we’re going to take a look at the boat’s two variants, including the Colorado XT and the Colorado XTS. By the end of this Classic Accessories Colorado Review and guide, you will know everything there is to know about this inflatable pontoon boat and its variants.

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