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Old 06-18-2014, 11:17 AM   #21
Nomad Willy
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Lightness is probably the most important feature of a dinghy.

And the best boat for lightness is an aluminum skiff.

The best engine for lightness is an older 2 stroke OB.

Eventually I'll get an 11 or 12 foot al skiff w an 8 hp OB for my 30' boat. It will carry more, weigh less, go faster and probably cost less than most all other dinghys.

But if your'e too lazy to hang fenders then a rubber duckie may be for you. The duckie will be more stable simply because they are wider. But why would one need more stability than an al skiff?
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