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Best deals you can find by Googling Inflatable Boats on the web. Sea Eagle has a good prices, also iBoats has some sale. Check Amazon com, etc. Other boats are over prices. I have Saturn boat that I got last summer, which is really good boat all around, just searc for saturn inflatable boats on google or go to Amazon. I had Sea Eagle before, which is also nice boat. But, there are a lot of new companies that come and go, i heard Silver Marine was popular year ago, and now they gone. Aquamax was cheap boats, no more. Ask how long company in business before buying any inflatables, because they may not be around in year or two.

Achillies boats seem to be extremely expensive in my area. Where could I get a good deal on one?

I realize this is an old post..... but for the benefit of new readers to this topic....

Just because someone on a forum says the boat they bought is good quality does not mean much.

If you have a new boat and you like it of course you will say it is good quality.

price is only one factor when buying a boat.

how the pvc is assembled is a BIG factor.

If someone tells you that the boats are all made in a couple factories, then you know not to take them too seriously.

There are over 100 inflatable boat factories in China alone, as well as factories all over the world!

If you want a rock bottom price boat, then there are some cheap brands with welded seams. Welded seams last longer.

Welded seams usually have longer warranties. Check Aquastar's warranty (5 years - welded boat) compared to Seamax's warranty (3 years - glued boat)!

If someone says check out Achilles... and you notice their price is way higher, that is because a hypalon Achilles is a much much better boat than a glued PVC Seamax or Saturn or Zebec or whatever brand. Some brands will offer some glued boats and some welded boats in their different models. Even Zodiac Zooms are glued PVC boats made in China. All other Zodiacs are welded PVC (unless you buy their professional line which are glued Hypalon)

Yes, you do get what you pay for. But perhaps you don't really need or want to pay for that level of quality..... that is ok too!

I have no association with any of these companies and do not own any of these boat brands, but am just trying to inject some unbiased info into the debate.

A good website that doesn't sell boats but gives lots of info is www.my-inflatable-boat.com

Happy boating

If your willing to consider used, and its availible in your area - make sure you look at Craigs List

You get what you pay for when you buy an inflatable boat. Prices and quality really do vary. The cheaper boats aren't going to last, but the very expensive and super quality boats are prohibitive for many. It also depends on what you want to use it for and how many people you want to be able to carry. I think the Sevylor Fish Hunter 360 is good value for money if you want a dependable fishing boat for 2-3 people. I've seen some amazing customizations of the Fish Hunter. People really do love them.

Not found any deals yet.You need to Google for the best deal.I think you will find some good deal.