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Hi!, thanks for the comment! I highly rate the Yam sibs. I'd put them in the top 3 manufacturers. I went for the honwave in the end as that was my number 1 😄 The 9.9 will be perfectly matched with a yam 310! 👍

One of the main reasons I launch Bow first is for me it is easier when it is rougher and the waves were bigger. It also means you don't need to do a 180 turn in the shallows, you can just jump in and move forward. Thanks for your comment!

Excellent sibs. All Excel sibs are highly rated.

Hi, unfortunately, my one does not have that hosepipe attachment. Would be really nice to have that!

Hi, Thank you! Glad you enjoyed watching! The wheels I have now are Ceredi up and over wheels, but I'd recommend these ones instead though as they are better than the Ceredi ones I have: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/335129636644?var=544362560020&gad_source=1&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338723872&toolid=20006&customid=SpVpUpMgAAAA93pRQnx2BJf43AVBAAAAAA

Hi, I have not personally tested the SeaPro boats, but they look like a good option. They have airfloor and alu floor options, but im not seeing a V floor option? They look like a pretty good alternative sib to the well known brands.

You're welcome! Hope you found these tips helpful!

Yep, you are correct again. A very wide variety to choose from. I decided to stick with the tried and tested design from one of the top manufacturers for this reason. 👌

Hi, thanks for your comment! Yeah, it's very difficult to do an accurate comparison 😕 There are many different resellers using the same base sibs from larger suppliers. As you've discovered! Hope you manage to find the right one for your needs.

Hi, it depends on which country you are in, but in the UK, you need a Ship Portable Radio Licence for your VHF Radio. You can also do several different powerboat courses that train you up and provide a licence, but that is not required by law.

Hi, yeah I do agree. A good discussion point. One of the main reasons I launch Bow first is for me it was easier when it was rougher and the waves were bigger. It also means you don't need to do a 180 turn in the shallows, you can just jump in and move forward. Thanks for your comment!

Hi, brand new roughly the price will be: the sib is £1200, 6hp 4 stroke outboard £1000, transom wheels, £80-£100, garmin fish finder £180.

Yes, very important. I've upgraded to a Crewsaver 2024 Crewfit 165N Sport Life Jacket.

Hi, great question! I wear thigh high waders to do the launch and landing. Once I'm on board I roll them down or take them off entirely. I dont usually go out in the depths of winter as it's just too cold for me, so I don't personally use a dry suit. I go for several layers on my upper body so that I can take some off if it is getting too warm. On my legs I wear splash proof hiking trousers from Revolution Race. They are very comfy and breathable but also very tough. In summer I always have a sun hat and plenty of suncream! Obviously I always wear a life jacket or pfd. 👍

@@inflatableangling Great 👍🏻 thanks for that, I was looking at chest and waist waders, and still deciding atm, drysuit just looks a bit of a faff imo but seems popular among sibbers.

There is a lot of conflicting info and opinions out there regarding chest waders. I'd stay on the safe side and not wear chest waders on a sib. The RNLI advises against wearing chest waders on a boat due to the risk they pose if you fall into the water. When filled with water, chest waders can become heavy and increase the risk of drowning by hindering movement and causing drag.

@@inflatableangling yeah I’m looking at waist waders tbh, it’s a happy medium for me, also chest waders maybe a bit restrictive in the sib, waist waders seem better for me, I did look at thigh waders.

@@inflatableangling Be good to see what fishing tackle you use, rods etc, I’m looking at similar size sib and outboard setup as you 👍🏻

Hi, brand new roughly the price will be: the sib is £1200, 6hp 4 stroke outboard £1000, transom wheels, £80-£100, garmin fish finder £180.

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed watching. The wheels are Ceredi Stainless Steel Up & Over Launching Wheels

I'd recommend these one though as they are better than the Ceredi ones I have: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/335129636644?var=544362560020&gad_source=1&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338723872&toolid=20006&customid=SpVpUpMgAAAA93pRQnx2BJf43AVBAAAAAA

Thanks for watching! Glad it helped you answer your question.

Thank you for watching!

Thank you for watching! 😄

Hi, this is the one: MiDMarine Dinghy Inflatable Boat Seat Cushion and Storage Bag - Small/Medium/Large Size amzn.eu/d/6HQy5jl

@@inflatableangling Thank you, very much.

Thank you! Much appreciated! The battery lasts for absolutely ages! I've been out for over 5 hours and it didn't run out.

Hi, no not really. In 4 years, I've only had one puncture. I also use a rubber mat that covers most of the floor to prevent punctures etc. If you are careful then it's not a problem 👌

Hi, it's a great setup isn't it! Does really well in so many different situations! Thanks for your comment 👍

Hi, it's a car boot mat from B&M. Fits nicely. www.bmstores.co.uk/products/rac-protective-car-boot-mat-391176?srsltid=AfmBOopJhWP3AEiolCAUCIT5zfvA15RvRK0GTfM5P8I-fpXZ6tWkDDar

@@inflatableangling no way :)

@@inflatableangling What a great idea! I've just got back from a weekend with my Honwave 3.8 and could really have done with one of these!!

Yes! It's been worth it's weight in gold! Especially when I'm fishing for Bass!

@@inflatableanglingdid you have to trim it to fit your boat?

Hi, yes you are right to think of safety first. The release catch for the wheels is a good distance away from the prop, so my hand is not actually that close as it may seem. It's a small risk, but better safe than sorry.

Thank you! Appreciate the comment.

Hi, thanks for your comment! Yeah I went for the 6hp mostly for the smaller size and weight. I wanted it to fit in the back of my car and not break my back each time I carry it. You are right though, a 9.9 is probably the sweet spot for noise and getting up on plane instantly. Maybe I'll have to upgrade! 😄😅

@@inflatableangling I too at first was all about the weight and believe it or not this all fits in my VW Polo :) , the 6hp was 26kgs the 9.9 is around 36kgs it’s definitely a big difference to carry but found it was worth it . Thanks for the reply keep up the great videos .

Honda 4/5/6 has no vibration the engine is isolated with a rubber mount to the tiller and clamp.

@@JerryCzarnecki-u9d wasn’t talking about vibration buddy , I’m talking about the noise of the engine the single cylinders db are way more than the larger double cylinders

Thank you 😊

Haha! Yes, you are right! I really do need to do this! 😅

@@inflatableanglingI cutting them down with a grinder but make sure cover all inside the boat just in case some sparks from the grinder burn your boat.

Or use a junior hacksaw

Hi, it depends which country you are in, but in the UK, you need a Ship Portable Radio Licence for your VHF Radio. You can also do several different powerboat courses that train you up and provide a licence, but that is not required by law.

Hi, thanks for watching! I could be wrong, but I don't think the powerboat licence is required by law, but it's a very good idea to do it if you are going to use bigger boats and bigger engines sizes.

Hi, I am in the UK, on the East Coast of Essex and Suffolk. We get some lovely Bass here!

Hi, this will depend heavily on which country you are in. Can only speak about UK waters. Some parts of the UK require you to register a sib and outboard when in harbours/ports and also some freshwater rivers and broads also require you to register your boat. Many other parts of the UK coast and sea do not require any licence for your boat. So you just have to look at your local area and see what the law is there. You do always need to register your VHF radio though, so make sure you do that.

@@inflatableangling Thank you. I live in the UK and ordered a 3 persons inflatable boat with a little electrical engine. I wouldn't have a radio

Hi, the air floors are stable to stand on, even the air V floors are ok, but of course none of the air floors are as stable as the alu floors.

Cheers thanks for the reply. ​@@inflatableangling

Well done! Essential piece of safety kit when out on the water. 👍

Haha, thank you. 😀

OK Health expert 🙄 lol

Thanks for the write up! Very good to hear that it went OK for you. I typically only use it at low speed or when drifting to get the depth and to see what the seabed is doing. It's great for showing you hidden features, holes or structure down there that could hold fish. When there are a few fish directly below you then you will 100% see them as well!

Excellent advice 👌 thank you!

Hi, thanks for your question. Yes it works really well for me! I still use it like that with the strap now and not had any issues at all.

Hi, can you please let me know which ones are incorrect? I used the net weight of each boat fully set up, direct from each manufacturers' websites.

Hi, thanks for your question. I'd personally recommend the Honwave T27 IE V floor with a 3.5 hp 4 stroke outboard for your situation. This would be suitable for use on the Norfolk Broads (you would need a bigger outboard if you want to go out to sea though). It is light enough for you to set up and launch solo. It will also pack down well and should fit in the back of most cars with the rear seats down.

@@inflatableangling Thanks! I shall have to investigate further... 🙂

Not sure what you mean?

Yes that is excellent advice! Thank you for your comment! Glad you found the video useful 👍

Hi, yes that seems to be the way to do it. Most people I see do it that way 😀

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Yeah, they do indeed mate! thanks for the comment 👍 love your new boat!

Thank you for your input. I highly value your opinion. I did do alot of research and I used your website as the source for prices and weights of the Hydrus models. I formed my opinion based on the Pro versions of each for the price which is accurate, I felt that the Lite options, although very good, are actually a replica of the H1 model and are lacking the addons which make your Hydrus H7 Pro such a great offering! For the weight I used the total weight of the boat when set up to compare with the others in the list. I do however really like the two bags you offer for ease of transport. I didn't include Boatworld sibs in my list, perhaps I should have, but I just felt in my own opinion that they are not quite in the top 5 for mid range sibs right at this time. Once again, thank you for your comment. Really appreciate it 😀

@@inflatableangling yes, but although the lite models lack the features that are on the Pro, theres still more than on any of the other SIBs in this list that MOSTLY dont have any!

Maybe you should have listed the price range of all SIBs that are available in each brand? The top 10 would have been far more accurate.

That would be a very long video 🤣 This is just my own opinion used to form a focused comparison of mid range medium sized sibs. I picked 1 air floor and 1 alu floor option that fits this focused analysis from each of the 5 manufacturers. Prices and stats were taken directly from each manufacturers website.

Yep :) I think everyone makes that mistake at least once!

Sadly I've been there too; still can't really believe it; the tyre marks across the sandbanks have probably faded by now, thank goodness !!