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One of the many good things about living in Australia is being surrounded by beautiful beaches, rivers, and lakes. It’s filled with water sports and activities that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
It is also because of the surge in these water activities that a lot have turned to venture into manufacturing water sports accessories, boating gear and equipment, and water inflatables.
There is a myriad of choices when it comes to water sports accessories, and one is making waves for its variety and innovation—the inflatable pontoon!
By definition, a pontoon is a “flat-bottomed boat or hollow metal cylinder used with others to support a temporary bridge or floating landing stage”. An inflatable pontoon also does all of these, only that they are, well, inflated with air.
Inflatable pontoons can be used to add buoyancy to a structure, hence the innovation of inflatable pontoon boats. There are different types of inflatable pontoon boats; frameless, framed, motorized, or propelled. These inflatable pontoon boats can be ridden across beaches, lakes, or rivers.
Another use of inflatable pontoons is as inflatable decks or docks. In this article, we will take a look at this type, and how the company Big Sky Innovations pioneered a new docking system that is centered on inflatable pontoons.
Pontoons as we know them are used to add buoyancy to boats, and other watercraft. However, Big Sky Innovations had other things in mind. Through their creativity and continuous innovations, they were able to create the now-famous “Inflatable Pontoons”.
These inflatable pontoons are unlike the usual ones that you see on inflatable boats—they are made so you can “walk on water”.
It all started when founders (and husband-and-wife) Gavin and Lydia found it inconvenient to get into their boats all muddy and scratching their boat’s hull. To avoid soiling their boat, Gavin had to carry Lydia in, and soon, they were also doing it for family and friends.
These minor inconveniences then lead to an innovation that is now enjoyed by many in the Australian boating community. Their inflatable pontoons come in different shapes and sizes and are introduced to the world as parts of a new inflatable docking system.
Big Sky Innovations was founded in 2012 and is celebrating 10 years in the industry this year. In the span of a decade, they were able to produce inflatable pontoons that are portable, heavy-duty, and can be used in any body of water.
Their Inflatable Pontoons for sale are made from PVC horsetail material and can be inflated and assembled within 3-4 minutes. They currently have five types of inflatable pontoons available, from decks to walkways, and are continuously working on innovations.
Designed on the Gold Coast, Big Sky Innovations’ inflatable pontoon structures are used not only by hobbyists but also by sporting associations all over the world, and marine biologists working on the restoration of the Great Barrier Reef.
With a clientele as prominent as these, Big Sky Innovations is, without a doubt, committed to delivering inflatable pontoons that are user-friendly, durable, and worth investing in!
Now that you have a background on Big Sky Innovations and their products, let us now look at their inflatable pontoons for sale in Australia and other parts of the world!
Inflatable Pontoon Y Ski Pontoon
Price: 1,485.00
The Y Ski Pontoon is what BSI calls the “ultimate docking station for Jetskis”. You can easily park your jetski within the inflatable pontoon’s “Y” section and safely walk to and from your boat through its sturdy deck and walkways.
The Y Ski Pontoon is made from PVC horsetail and takes approximately 2 minutes to inflate and assemble. It is made to slide under the duckboard of a cruiser boat and designed to act as a deck extender, walkway, and parking for your jetski or tender.
Features and Benefits:
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Inflatable Pontoons Deck Extender
Price: $1,485.00
The Deck Extender Inflatable Pontoon is designed to do one thing; create more space in your boat. This inflatable deck extender is designed to let boaters enjoy more time outside of their boats to relax, fish, or bask under the sun.
The inflatable deck extender is also stable enough for you to walk on. Installed with 5 anchor lugs, this Inflatable Deck Extender from Big Sky Innovations is perfect for parking your jetskis, tenders, and other water toys.
Features and Benefits:
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Inflatable Pontoons Straight Pontoon
Price: Starts at $1,550.00
Another model that comes from BSI’s Inflatable Pontoons collection is the Straight Pontoon. With a choice between a 5m and 8.5m platform, the Straight Pontoon is the ultimate docking station for your jet skis, ski boats, tenders, and other water toys.
The 5m straight inflatable pontoon is a sleek pontoon that provides parking for your watercraft and water toys and is ideal for ski boats and fishing boats that do not need a long walkway from water to shore.
On the other hand, the 8.5m straight pontoon has a full walkway that allows easier access when getting on and off your boat. It is also a favorite when it comes to launching off wakeboards, kneeboards, and water skis.
Features and Benefits:
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Inflatable Pontoons Y Pontoon Dock Floating Platform
Price: Starts at $1,850.00
A larger version of the earlier Y Pontoon, the Y Pontoon Dock Floating Platform is a perfect parking space for your bowriders, jetskis, and other watercraft and toys. Its docking system is safe and easy, and both sides of the “Y” allows you to park 2 more boats on the side.
Both the 4.5m and 8.5m variants have sturdy walkways that allow the boater or the rider to get on and off the sides of their boat without breaking a sweat. Its long walkway also avoids your boat from getting soiled by mud, sand, and other unwanted materials.
Specifications:
Y-Pontoon 4.5m
Y-Pontoon 8.5m
Want to know more about the Y Pontoon Dock Floating Platform? Click here!
Inflatable Pontoons U Pontoon Dock Platform for Boats
Price: Starts at $1,950.00
The U Pontoon from BSI’s Inflatable Pontoons collections is a docking station best suitable for W-Hull boats, and pickle-forks, with additional space for smaller vessels like jetskis, tenders, et al.
Just like the Y Pontoon, the U Pontoon provides extra room on both sides of the “U”. The 5m pontoon has a sturdy 1.5 walkway for passengers’ easy access to and from the boat, while the 8.5m model has it in 5m.
With built-in anchor points and 2mm thick ribbed rubber matting protection, the U Pontoon is a compact accessory and one of the sturdiest platforms that can protect your boat from damage, while keeping it clean and accessible.
Features and Benefits:
Want to know more about the U Pontoon Dock Platform for Boats? Click here!
Inflatable Pontoons Pool Deck
Price: $3,500.00
Last but not least on this list is the Inflatable Pontoons Pool Deck. With 4 drink holders around the deck and a detachable net, the inflatable pool deck introduces a new and luxurious mix of hanging out and taking a dip in your pool, at the back of your boat!
The pool deck’s drink holders can also double to secure a 2.4m marquee shade for your deck. There are also 4 built-in anchor lugs where you can park tenders, jet skis, and water toys.
On top of that, you can also turn this pool deck into a deck extension by adding a Pool Insert in the middle. With its sturdy and heavy-duty materials, this simple pool deck can turn into the whole package all at once!
Want to know more about the Inflatable Pontoons Pool Deck? Click here!
Buy Inflatable Pontoons from The Boating Emporium
Just like Big Sky Innovations, The Boating Emporium strives to make innovative products like inflatable pontoons accessible to every water-loving Australian.
This is why we made sure to make their products easily available to everyone, by distributing them across the country. As official distributors of Big Sky Innovations’ Inflatable Pontoons, we ensure that our clients get only the best quality of products for their boats and other watersports accessories.
If you are looking for an online store with inflatable pontoons for sale, then you’re in luck! Just visit our website at www.theboatingemporium.com.au, or check out our collection of Inflatable Pontoons from Big Sky Innovations today!
