Bigger isn’t always better, that’s the case with the new Bare Bones built by Airborn Inflatable Boats. Touted as the world’s first inflatable flats boat; the Bare Bones packs down to the size of a large suitcase. It can be checked on most airlines and fits into the trunk of your car. If you travel to the islands by large boat or private plane, now you have the option of fishing the flats with your buddy when you get there.
The unique design features a high pressure inflatable floor, much like an inflatable paddle board, and when pumped up to 8-pounds of pressure it’s amazing how rigid it becomes. The hull is backed by a two year warranty and constructed from HD PVC coated 1000 denier polyester fabric. On the bottom of the hull you will find three flexible plastic fins to keep you on track and diminish effects by the wind. Topside interior features include a covered bow for storage and fly line landing, plus an inflatable seat that can be Velcroed in place in two different positions.
Further enhancing the Bare Bones portability is pairing it with the new LEHR outboard marine engine. These lightweight 4-stroke engines are propane powered using a standard 16.4-ounce camping bottle for fuel. No more mess or danger of spilling gasoline in your car, boat or plane. The combined weight of the boat and motor package is less than 100 pounds.
Airborn CEO, Richard Swan, met me in Stuart so I could get a close up look at his new watercraft along with the clean and efficient LEHR outboard.
Airborn Boats
dswan@airbornboats.com
www.airbornboats.com
(775) 771-7761
Airborn Bare Bones Specifications:
Length Overall: 12 feet, 5 inches
Beam: 48 inches
Dry Weight: 60 pounds
Max Horsepower: 2.5 hp
Max Capacity: 670 pounds
Lehr Outboard Specifications:
Horsepower Rating: 2.5 hp
Displacement: 4.39 cubic inches
Cylinders: 1
Starting: Manual
Weight: 37.4 pounds
Shaft Length: 15 inches
Fuel: Twist ‘n Go 16.4-ounce Propane Canister
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Able to be stored in your closet, this versatile little boat can travel in the trunk of your car, your plane or in the center console of your larger boat. Your whole family can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, exploring and you still have the ability to fish the flats.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Able to be stored in your closet, this versatile little boat can travel in the trunk of your car, your plane or in the center console of your larger boat. Your whole family can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, exploring and you still have the ability to fish the flats.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>A handy carrying case is included and packs down to a small 42” x 22” x 20”.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>A pump is included and set up takes about 20 minutes.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>The “drop stitch” floor high pressure floor makes the boat incredibly stable, enough for two guys to stand up to cast.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Each 11-inch tube that makes up the hull is protected by a pressure release valve to keep you or the sun from over-inflating and stressing the seams.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>A comfortable inflatable seat is included and can be held in two different positions by Velcro pads.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>The bow is covered to give you a place to store gear and land your fly line on top.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>The optional anodized polished aluminum frame give you a secure place to hold a cooler and four oar locks which allow you to row forward or reverse.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Three flexible plastic fins are located on the bottom of the hull to aid in tracking and to lessen the effect of the wind.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>The high pressure inflatable floor and the 48-inch beam make the boat very stable for standing.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>With the cooler locked in place by the aluminum frame one angler can pole from the higher vantage point of the cooler top.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Even with two occupants the boat draws very little water and the 2.5hp outboard is ample power to get you from spot to spot.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>The molded transom is set up for a 15-inch shaft outboard.
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>The perfect combination of light weight and power, the LEHR propane powered outboard marine engine adds to the ability of this package to be portable, efficient and safe. Oh, did I mention it’s also eco-friendly?
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Refueling is a snap by simply screwing in a standard 16.4-ounce camping propane canister and go!
<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>On close inspection the simplicity of this propane powered outboard is amazing. No leaking gasoline when tilted up. No choke or priming. Super low emissions and it also has the ability to be hooked up to a remote propane tank, up to 20-pounds, if a very long distance needs to be traveled.
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<h2>Airborn Bare Bones</h2>Able to be stored in your closet, this versatile little boat can travel in the trunk of your car, your plane or in the center console of your larger boat. Your whole family can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, exploring and you still have the ability to fish the flats.
