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Old 06-18-2014, 01:33 PM   #2
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1) We never tore our inflatable, even including big dog (Pyr and Golden) toenails clambering all over the tubes. I never tried to beach it rocks or dry sand, though.

2) It was PVC and lasted approx. 7 years, then needed regluing. Lasted about 1 year after regluing. We mostly stored it deflated, in the bag, except for trips when we were actually using it on a daily basis.

There are lift systems for swim platforms, in case you hadn't investigated those. Might need to ensure your swim platform is sufficiently braced (or add some).

-Chris
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