Zodiac mk1 classic vs 304 cadet solid

gwozhog

Petty Officer 2nd Class
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Sep 19, 2012
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Was wandering the main difference between the two boats. They are both around 11ft and made of pvc. The cadet has 20 inch pontoons. And the classic has 17 inch. Is the classic pvc thicker and a much better quality boat. Price difference is double between the two. Also how would the pvc hold up in Houston texas. I will keep it rolled up and in my garage when not in use. I really like the 20 inch tubes on the cadet too. Any input would be appreciated
 

Sea Rider

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The Cadet is the newer version compared to the clasic wooden floor MK1, both PVC should be 0.9 mm fabrics, don't know about fabric origin, old one should be strongan, PVC Zodiac fabric, Cadet ? if will be stored after use no issue. You plan assembling/dissasembling after each use or will be kept assembled and inflated ? Buy a bottle of Aerospace 404 UV protectant, does wonders protecting inflatables.

Happy Boating
 
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