The best feature of the Porta Bote (if you don't require foldability) is the fact that the forward inner folds act as spray chines and give a very dry ride when compared to just about any similarly-sized inflatable.
@EmilyAndClark Жыл бұрын
And the flexible hull gives a gentle ride over waves
@joshwokojance37904 жыл бұрын
Man, this guy loves his dinghy!
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Tom has a dinghy problem. He owns so many. They now use the porta boate and a Portland Pudgy. I think it's likely he will end up owing the folding cat dinghy as well when Rowland makes it available for purchase this year.
@svbluehighway4 жыл бұрын
Just met Tom a day ago in Deltaville. Although he still has the Porto boat they just got a Portland Pudgy too. Headed back down to G town.
@svZia-Switch514 жыл бұрын
Funny, I put my drain plug in the exact same spot on my 10' Porta Bote. It's best matched with a 6hp Suzuki.
@trevinated3 жыл бұрын
I don't know if you're still checking comments, but thought I'd ask. Can you tell me where you got the drain plug you installed, or how deep it should be? I am picking up a new Porta bote this week, and am planning to add a drain plug in the same location you did.. I think it's a great idea, and safer than trying to tip the water out if too full..
@EmilyAndClark3 жыл бұрын
Yes he did well with his drain solution. Wish I had done that back when I had a portaboat. You will just have to search unless someone else sees this comment. I don't know.
@gonzobongo66693 жыл бұрын
In my hometown on Facebook Marketplace there is a 10-footer but it's a 2006 model & I've heard that they've revamped the original design. The asking price is $1,300- comes with a Bimini top/6 horsepower Nissan gas motor- in your opinion would you try to haggle slightly? PS, It is in Immaculate condition.
@EmilyAndClark3 жыл бұрын
It's all about what condition it's in. Motor and boat. I know there were several years where the seats failed easily and eventually the hull gets overly soft. Saving money is great but you don't want someone's problem either. But a boat and motor in good shape for that could be a great price. I personally like the 10 footer best. Has three seats like the 12 but being a bit shorter it's firmer.
@dannyrusso82794 жыл бұрын
What drain plug is recommended for this purpose? Is there any problem with extra stress on that hinge when folding, considering the drain plug protrudes a bit?
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
Hi Danny,. I just asked Tom (from the video) to answer this for you.
@dannyrusso82794 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark Awesome, thanks!
@tomkintz18954 жыл бұрын
@@dannyrusso8279 @UCtRbKD1LB4o4aagI6OKoy7w Hi. Tom here. I've installed two different drain plugs on two different Ports-Botes. For the first one, I cut a small rectangle of Starboard and bolted and sealed it with 5200 to the outside of the hull low down on the starboard aft corner of the hull. I bored a hole through both the Starboard and the hull so they lined up perfectly. I then used a standard rubber expansion plug to close the hole. If putting the plug in from the inside, you should remove it when folding the dinghy so the plug handle doesn't jam against the diaphragm inside the transom. For the second drain installation, I used a Beckson drain plug. I bored a hole in the hull as before to mount the drain plug housing, bolting and sealing it to the inside of the hull with 5200. The plug for the drain screws in from the inside of the hull. This plug seems to have a low enough profile that it doesn't interfere with the transom diaphragm when folding. I hope this helps!
@dannyrusso82794 жыл бұрын
@@tomkintz1895 Thanks for the great info Tom. I'll go with the Beckson drain plug, since it won't interfere when folding. I'll use the 3M DP8004 adhesive that I just bought to fix a tiny leak at the lower corner of the transom, where the sides meet. This 3M product is supposed to work for tough to glue plastics. It should work great on the drain plug.
@scorpio54933 жыл бұрын
Did I miss the part when he demonstrates how it folds up???
@EmilyAndClark3 жыл бұрын
I bet the portaboat website would show that. We supplied an unbiased opinion.
@chetclock3 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me what hardware you use on the PB to attached the lifting harness so you can hang it from davits?
@EmilyAndClark3 жыл бұрын
I think he used the magma product for carrying surf and paddle boards. He says it in the video I believe.
@CapnZman Жыл бұрын
If you mean what did you attach lifting tackle to, I bought four 1/4 20 eyenuts and used them in place of the supplied wingnuts for securing the transom on my 8-foot 2012 model. On the front seat, I used 2 1/2 screws and 2 more eyenuts in place of the seat pin clips. I rigged a bridle fore and aft for my davit lift points. Works a charm.
@stefanoachterberg54943 жыл бұрын
Did you ever use it with 4 adults? Does the 10 ft version offer enough space for 4 adults?
@EmilyAndClark3 жыл бұрын
I had one myself years ago. Yes it's fine with 4 but it won't plane.
@stefanoachterberg54943 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark Thanks for your quick response. Then I think I'll go for the 10 ft version. I will mainly sail with 2 adults, but it is nice that 4 is possible if necessary.
@EmilyAndClark3 жыл бұрын
10 footer is arguably better then the 12. Same number of seats but shorter makes it stiffer.
@stefanoachterberg54943 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark Thanks for clearing my doubt! :)
@seanriley98562 жыл бұрын
How is it with 3 ppl sometime 4 to be in the 10 foot
@EmilyAndClark2 жыл бұрын
I hope someone else answers but I've had a 12 footer. No problem with 4 people but it won't plane with More then 2 and a small engine
@reticenti63654 жыл бұрын
There’s a drain plug on mine, and it’s separating and leaking
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
Can it be fixed?
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
Hi James,. I just asked Tom (from the video) to answer this for you.
@tomkintz18954 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark Hi. Tom here. I've installed two different drain plugs on two different Ports-Botes. For the first one, I cut a small rectangle of Starboard and bolted and sealed it with 5200 to the outside of the hull low down on the starboard aft corner of the hull. I bored a hole through both the Starboard and the hull so they lined up perfectly. I then used a standard rubber expansion plug to close the hole. If putting the plug in from the inside, you should remove it when folding the dinghy so the plug handle doesn't jam against the diaphragm inside the transom. For the second drain installation, I used a Beckson drain plug. I bored a hole in the hull as before to mount the drain plug housing, bolting and sealing it to the inside of the hull with 5200. The plug for the drain screws in from the inside of the hull. This plug seems to have a low enough profile that it doesn't interfere with the transom diaphragm when folding. I hope this helps!
@ctndiaye14 жыл бұрын
Does this boat have to be registered?
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
Any boat with a motor in the US needs to be registered. With an electric I bet you could get away without but I don't know the law.
@explanger5274 жыл бұрын
In Florida, any vessel with any type of motor propulsion has to be registered, electric or fuel.
@280zGaitan4 жыл бұрын
In CA I have a 12ft Porta Bote and it has to be registered. You have to not just register it but you also have to pay for Quagga/Zebra Mussel if vessel is used on lakes. My opinion dumb law but that's my opinion. That's California surprise surprise. I have a 5hp outboard.
@brimstone334 жыл бұрын
Any issues with the hinges? How easy is it to board from the water?
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
I had one for several years. I had some rivets fail but easily replaced them with machine screws. And any dinghy is easy to board over the stern with a loop of rope to step on. -C
@280zGaitan4 жыл бұрын
How does your 10ft porta bote handle on the ocean? I have a 12ft porta bote with 5hp. Did feel it a little slow on the lake. More like a pop pop boat haha haha haha. Can anyone can share their experience of a porta bote in the ocean and what hp outboard? Thanks.
@EmilyAndClark4 жыл бұрын
I had a 12 footer years ago. I ran it with a 2 stroke 4hp and an 8hp Honda. The Honda was a little heavy and more power then the boat liked. The ports boat handles waves well.it sorta snakes over them and gives you a smooth ride.
@280zGaitan4 жыл бұрын
@@EmilyAndClark would you recommend the 8hp on the 12footer? I would really like to cruise, hugging the coast/shore around Ventura beach CA
@LongDistanceSailor4 жыл бұрын
More power then you need but the biggest issue is weight. Try to find a 2 stroke of you really want a portaboat. And I think 6 up is enough for two in shape people. I personally prefer the 10 footer. It's stronger and big enough.
@280zGaitan4 жыл бұрын
@@LongDistanceSailor I already have a 12footer. And 4 stroke 5hp outboard but last time I took the boat to the lake I felt the outboard was too weak. I am wondering if 6 or 8hp might be a better setup for the ocean. I would not dare to go to the ocean with the 4 cycle 5hp😬😂