Boating NZ

CHOOSING THE RIGHT DINGHY

There’s an amazing range of different designs on the market and each of them has advantages and disadvantages, usually both, though they are not always balanced out. Trying to find the dinghy tender that fits your needs and – more importantly your boat – isn’t easy.

What follows is a brief overview of different types and their respective pros and cons. Hopefully it will help you find a rigid or flexible partner

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