Paddle/Pedal Boat

NHDOLFAN · 06-04-2008, 09:14 AM

I am looking to purchase one these boats for my kids. There are so many brands and models that I can't decide. If anyone who has bought one or has an opinion on this, I would appreciate it.

Winni P · 06-04-2008, 10:20 AM

I attached a link to the own we have. We got it when it was on sale at Dick's. It has been great!

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...ductId=1758282

codeman671 · 06-04-2008, 11:18 AM

Everyone is basically selling the Dolphin line. Walmart, Sams Club, Dick's, Sports Parafunalia, etc all sell them. The company behind them has most of the models on the market under their umbrella.

They are good boats, no issues. I think Sam's Club was $499, and had the bimini and cushions.

parrothead · 06-04-2008, 04:52 PM

We had one that was on two pontoons with a small platform between with two forward and two rear facing seats. This was nice because it is self bailing. We also had two others that were the standard fiberglass hulls, and the foot wells filled with water. If pulled on the beach and it rained during the week they would get pretty heavy. The pontoon boat was nice because there was no where to hold water. Unfortunately I can't remember the brand. I will try to hunt around and see if I can find it.

idigtractors · 06-04-2008, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by parrothead

We had one that was on two pontoons with a small platform between with two forward and two rear facing seats. This was nice because it is self bailing. We also had two others that were the standard fiberglass hulls, and the foot wells filled with water. If pulled on the beach and it rained during the week they would get pretty heavy. The pontoon boat was nice because there was no where to hold water. Unfortunately I can't remember the brand. I will try to hunt around and see if I can find it.

They do make covers for the standard paddle boats and they keep the water out. I have a 5 person boat and the grandkids have a ball in it and they know enough when finished using it the cover goes on.

Newbiesaukee · 06-04-2008, 06:23 PM

I have had one of the Dolphins for five years, It is kept in the water all season and it is in great condition. I do have a cover for it and this acessory is an excellent investment.

Winni P · 06-04-2008, 10:30 PM

When we forget to cover ours, it inevitably rains hard!!! And the boat gets very heavy and dirty. A cover is a really good investment.

Orion · 06-05-2008, 08:20 AM

Spend a little more and get something that can really get around....one with a prop instead of a worthless paddlewheel. Paddleboats are ok for kids, and probably more indestructable (up to a point), but for getting around, you really need a propeller. Paddles beat the water to a froth without really providing much propulsion. Sure, you can get around, but not efficiently. Some examples at the below site, but there are others out there.

http://www.prophish.com/pricepedalboat.html

http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpag...5BC0A96E948260

jacka82942 · 06-05-2008, 11:49 AM

i have a used one you can have if you pick it up in suissevale.We're moving and it stays.good condition(we never used it,but stored under deck).
call 476-5245

NHDOLFAN · 06-05-2008, 04:27 PM

How old is the boat? I will try to call this evening or next.

06-04-2008, 09:14 AM	#1
NHDOLFAN Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 73 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Paddle/Pedal Boat I am looking to purchase one these boats for my kids. There are so many brands and models that I can't decide. If anyone who has bought one or has an opinion on this, I would appreciate it.

06-04-2008, 10:20 AM	#2
Winni P Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Saunders Bay Posts: 99 Thanks: 132 Thanked 20 Times in 15 Posts	We love ours! I attached a link to the own we have. We got it when it was on sale at Dick's. It has been great! http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/pr...ductId=1758282

06-04-2008, 04:52 PM	#4
parrothead Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Merrimack, NH Posts: 132 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Pontoon Peddle Boat We had one that was on two pontoons with a small platform between with two forward and two rear facing seats. This was nice because it is self bailing. We also had two others that were the standard fiberglass hulls, and the foot wells filled with water. If pulled on the beach and it rained during the week they would get pretty heavy. The pontoon boat was nice because there was no where to hold water. Unfortunately I can't remember the brand. I will try to hunt around and see if I can find it. __________________ If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane

06-04-2008, 10:30 PM	#7
Winni P Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Saunders Bay Posts: 99 Thanks: 132 Thanked 20 Times in 15 Posts	Definitely get a cover! When we forget to cover ours, it inevitably rains hard!!! And the boat gets very heavy and dirty. A cover is a really good investment.

06-05-2008, 08:20 AM	#8
Orion Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: MA Posts: 914 Thanks: 602 Thanked 193 Times in 91 Posts	paddle vs. prop Spend a little more and get something that can really get around....one with a prop instead of a worthless paddlewheel. Paddleboats are ok for kids, and probably more indestructable (up to a point), but for getting around, you really need a propeller. Paddles beat the water to a froth without really providing much propulsion. Sure, you can get around, but not efficiently. Some examples at the below site, but there are others out there. http://www.prophish.com/pricepedalboat.html http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpag...5BC0A96E948260

06-04-2008, 11:18 AM	#3
codeman671 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,540 Thanks: 222 Thanked 828 Times in 499 Posts	Everyone is basically selling the Dolphin line. Walmart, Sams Club, Dick's, Sports Parafunalia, etc all sell them. The company behind them has most of the models on the market under their umbrella. They are good boats, no issues. I think Sam's Club was $499, and had the bimini and cushions.

06-04-2008, 06:23 PM	#6
Newbiesaukee Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Coral Gables, winter; Long Island, summer Posts: 1,361 Thanks: 959 Thanked 575 Times in 300 Posts	I have had one of the Dolphins for five years, It is kept in the water all season and it is in great condition. I do have a cover for it and this acessory is an excellent investment.

06-05-2008, 11:49 AM	#9
jacka82942 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 67 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	paddle boat i have a used one you can have if you pick it up in suissevale.We're moving and it stays.good condition(we never used it,but stored under deck). call 476-5245

06-05-2008, 04:27 PM	#10
NHDOLFAN Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 73 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	How old is the boat? I will try to call this evening or next.