Beth wrote:
Clint Marshall wrote:

Can anyone point me to a good discussion on Hypalon vs. PVC for RIB tubes?

I'm in Maine and about to buy a new RIB, probably from West Marine.

Thanks!


Google it. There seems to be alot of information about it. My husband
bought a Hypalon RIB. I forget the brand but I believe it was AVON. We
live in the Florida sun so PVC is out of the question!!!

In Maine for just summer use, I would think it wouldn't much matter if
you bought a PVC boat.

Beth.


Here's the test: Do your fenders get sticky after sitting outside in
the weather? Does your shore power cord get sticky after sitting
outside? Both of these have PVC exteriors (and a *LOT* heavier than the
thin coating on dinghy fabric). If they fail on exposure to your
climate, then a PVC dinghy will too. West Marine sells dinghies made
from something called "Decitrex" (I think that's the name). If you dig
deep enough, you'll find that this is PVC coated material.

bob