Tender / Dinghy

[Sailor of Fortune]

Mr Fisherman,
I would not be afraid of Aluminium unless they use a different grade in the USA.
Tinnys are very popular down here in Aus and they virtually last forever.
I run a 12 ft tinny as a tender on my boat with a 15 hp 2 stroke Yammy.
Goes like the clappers , easy to maintain and can be lifted on and off with motor attached with a moderate crane.
Always worth a look.

I do like the look of that Mirage .
Cheers
Benn

I think many aluminum production boats are suitable for tenders/skiffs, just not the Duroboats. They use an inferior grade of aluminum.
Sea-arks,alumawelds and others are proven tough and relatively light.
Personally , I think the welded construction is the way to go.