Waveco Dinghy?

[stu9000]

Hi
I had my WavEco dinghy stolen at the beginning of May.
Mine had "Hawkeye" printed on the transom and a patch on the port bow (if you happen to be buying one).

Im looking at replacing it.
The WavEco 2.6m worked pretty well for us. It (just about) fitted in the locker and seemed to have reasonable build quality for the price point.
The 2.6m version was the right size and weight.

Do people recommend them?
A quick search does not suggest anything else is obviously better.

This is what I was thinking of (I like the airdeck)
Waveco 2.6m Inflatable Dinghy with Airdeck (WEC260AMST)

 

[stu9000]

Actually, its the 2.3m I want

 

[Graham376]

As an alternative, the Waveline XT 230 with airdeck floor has the inflatable keel which I don't think the Eco has - check on this. Our Waveline 2.9 has served us well.

Waveline XT 230 Inflatable Dinghy 2020 Airdeck - 2.30m - Waveline Inflatable Dinghies - Discount Marine Chandlery and Sailing Equipment. Bargain Boat Spares and Clothing

 

[Plum]

Actually, its the 2.3m I want

I have a 2.3m WavEcho which I am very happy with after 4 years of ownership. However, mine is the roundtail with slatted floor as this was the lightest variant I could find.

Www.solocoastalsailing.co.uk

 

[stu9000]

I'm about to buy a new dinghy to replace the one that got nicked.

The previous waveco 230 has served us well and it fits in the locker. It makes sense to replace like for like.

The aquafax 2.3 has caught my eye though.
It has a keel. It weighs a bit less. Slightly larger chamber diameter and carrying capacity. Packs down slightly smaller.

Can anyone comment on durability? Does it row OK?

Thanks

S