For now you can get on a waiting list at the
quickboats official website
. The price is set at AUD$4,375 (US$ 4,045).
Is there a foldable boat?
It’s called the Porta-Bote , and it has a hull made from 4-panels that fold completely flat onto one another and measures just 4 inches thick when fully collapsed. It can then easily be hauled on the top of any vehicle, or thrown into the back of a pickup to easily take a boat anywhere without the need for a trailer.
What happened to Quickboats?
Quickboats SOLD OUT ! We are working to appoint a new manufacturer now so that production can recommence in 2016.
How much does a 12 foot Porta-Bote weigh?
All models have a 5-foot beam, 4-inch draft, full-width bench seats, transom, floatation collar and oars. The 8� footer weighs 47 lbs. (hull only), my 10 � Bote weighs 58 lbs., the 12 footer is 69 lbs, and the 14 footer is only 96 lbs.
Are Porta boats any good?
The Porta-Bote is better as a
general-purpose dinghy
/fun-boat than as a tender Its
bulletproof construction
would be great for dragging over rough shingly beaches, but it’s pretty heavy, so awkward to haul on board and requires a fair bit of space – and strength – to assemble or pack up and stow.
How much are quick boats?
Once assembled, the fibreglass and Kevlar boat is 3.7 metres long and 1.7 metres wide. It can fit four adults and can travel in enclosed waters at over 20 knots. When not in use, the Quickboat, which is currently being sold at around $4,375 , can be hung up on a wall, placed on a shelf or stored under the bed.
What size is a Porta Bote?
Length (ft): 9.3 ft. Capacity (lbs): 445 lbs. Folded Width (in): 24 in. Folded Thickness (in): 8 in.
What is Porta Bote made of?
Porta-Botes are made of polypropylene , almost 1/4″ thick. There are three chines running the length of the boat; each of these is actually a hinge. transom.
What is Portabote made of?
Comfort: The Porta-Bote is pretty much a shell made of Polypropylene.
Who bought Quickboats?
Quickboats entrepreneur shares his slow-to-market,
fast-to-multimillion-turnover story
.
entrepreneur deryck graham
bought the rights to the designs of a flat-packed, quick construction boat in 2012, and is now on track to achieve a $2.4 million turnover.
Where are Porta boats made?
The Unique Folding Porta-Bote is Made in the U.S.A. and Includes a 10-Year Limited Hull Warranty. Never needs painting, incredibly durable and it is maintenance free!.
What is NMMA certified?
NMMA Certification is a program designed to help boat manufacturers comply with industry safety and construction standards and federal regulations In order to be NMMA Certified, boat manufacturers must certify each boat model they produce.
Citations
https://odditymall.com/porta-bote-portable-collapsible-boat
https://portabote.ca/