The inflatable boat is the lightest and most versatile of all the water vessels.Larger boats come equipped with a dinghy in order to navigate smaller channels of water.The majority of people with a large arm span and strong back are able to row an inflatable boat safely.
Step 1: A deflated boat can be connected to a pump.
It's best to have an electric pump.The manual has instructions on how to pump the inflatable boat.
Step 2: Attach the oars by threading them through the pockets at the top of the boat.
Depending on the size of the boat, there may be one or two sets of oars.Larger boats are likely to have an outboard motor.The oar is connected to the boat and the paddle is in the water.The oars are on the sides of the boat.
Step 3: The craft should be on the water.
If you are near the water, tie it to the dock from the anchor point.It is a good idea to keep a rope tied to the boat.
Step 4: Load the boat with supplies.
You should include a patch kit, small pump, and container for bailing along with your first aid kit.You may want to push the boat into the water if you are leaving from shore.
Step 5: Get on the boat.
Sit on the seat assigned to the person paddling.If there are more than one person in the boat, you should get on first so that you can take control from the beginning.
Step 6: It's a good idea to get comfortable on the seat.
Some boats have a raised seat for the person paddling, while others place it flush with the bottom.To find a sustainable rowing position, you may have to cross your legs and lean against the back of the boat.
Step 7: The oars have handles on them.
You should adjust them when you find a calm spot on the water or before you leave.The top of your hands should be on the oar, with the blade parallel to the water's surface.The handle can be wrapped around the bottom with your thumb.
Step 8: When your arms are fully extended, dig both oars into the water.
If you lean forward, your arms will move the oars backwards.
Step 9: You should engage your abdominal muscles.
When the oars are completely submerged, lean back and pull them back.Try to sit as straight as possible.
Step 10: The pace of the rowing should be the focus.
The oars shouldn't be out of the water for long if the pushing motion is quick.The pulling motion should be comfortable with your posture.Wind resistance can be minimized by flipping the oars out of the water.
Step 11: The boat can be turned by lifting one oar out of the water.
You will turn counterclockwise if you row with just the left oar.You will turn clockwise if you row with only the right oar.