inflatable
BOTE Zeppelin Aero 12.5
BOTE
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Verdict
Convertible solo<->tandem, 2 Aero seats
The good & the trade-offs
Pros
- High 600 lb weight capacity — room for gear, battery and catch
- Wide 38" beam for excellent stability
- Light (41 lb) — easy to car-top and carry solo
Watch-outs
- Inflatable — needs a few minutes to inflate and must be dried before storage
Full specs
| Type | inflatable |
| Length | 12.5 ft |
| Width | 38" |
| Hull weight | 41 lb |
| Weight capacity | 600 lb |
| Propulsion | paddle |
| Seats | 2 |
| Stand-ready | — |
| Water | lake, river, ocean |
Size & how it compares
Weight capacity600 lb · class avg 427 lb
Width (stability)38" · class avg 35"
Hull weight (lighter = easier to carry)41 lb · class avg 72 lb
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