Want dockside relaxation anywhere you go? Store your boat in a slip and need an easy way to work on your boat from the water? If so, an inflatable dock is just the thing. These sturdy inflatable platforms can support sitting or standing adults, beach chairs, coolers and more, giving you a private dock anywhere. We'll run you through our top 6 inflatable docks and platforms with some fun options for the kids and pets too.
- For converting from a solid dock to a lounger: West Marine Floating Rec Mesh Dock Kit
- For a sturdy, reliable dock: West Marine Floating Dock Kit
- For a fun one for the kids: West Marine Floating Slide Dock Kit
- For getting your furry friend in and out of the water: Solstice Pup Plank Boost Kit
- For maximum in-water lounging area: West Marine Floating Hex Mesh Dock
- For built in seating and back rests: West Marine Floating C-Dock Kit
West Marine Floating Rec Mesh Dock Kit
Top features: Our Floating Rec Mesh Dock Kit is designed to give you a floating home base on the water that can easily hold you, a few friends, your cooler and more. With a 10' X 8' surface area and an 8" thick core for maximum stability, this inflatable dock has you covered.
What makes it stand out: 5' X 4' inset platform can be removed to uncover the mesh, in-water lounging area underneath.
West Marine Floating Dock Kit
Top features: Our Floating Dock Kit is a solid platform design perfect for relaxing on the water or as a secondary dock when working on your boat. The dock is made from premimum-grade PVC and state-of-the-art dropstitch technology making it sturdy when inflated, but easily stowable when folded up.
What makes it stand out: Easily supports adults, beach chairs, coolers and more to handle whatever you need.
West Marine Floating Slide Dock Kit
Top features: Our Floating Slide Dock Kit is a favorite among kids and adults alike. Just inflate it, convert it to slide mode and you have a personal water slide anywhere on the water. Looking for a more relaxed time? Leave the slide down and you have a solid platform that easily accomodates adults, coolers and more.
What makes it stand out: Easily converts from a solid deck to a slide.
Solstice Pup Plank Boost Kit
Top features: Solstice's Pup Plank Boost Kit attaches to your dock, swim step or pool and gives your dog an easy way to get out of the water on their own. The weighted mesh entry ramp dips below the water level making it easy for your dog to climb up and the extra-dense, claw-resistant EVA traction pad provides extra grip and comfort during use.
What makes it stand out: Features a weighted mesh entry and claw-resistant EVA traction pad to make it easy for your dog to use.
West Marine Floating Hex Mesh Dock
Top features: If you like spending more of your day in the water, our Floating Hex Mesh Dock is the one for you. With a 5' mesh lounging area in the center, this inflatable has room for multiple people to lounge in the water.
What makes it stand out: Large mesh lounging area in the center for maximum in-water lounging space.
West Marine Floating C-Dock Kit
Top features: Our Floating C-Dock Kit is the ultimate hangout spot with built in back rests, cupholders and the ability to connect to another West Marine C-Dock to double your hangout space. The comfort traction pad on the dock also gives you solid footing getting in and out of the water.
What makes it stand out: Built-in back rests, cupholders and can be combined with another C-dock for even more space.
How to Choose the Best Inflatable Dock for You
With this article you have everything you need to make the right choice. Consider how you'll use yours and let that guide you to the right dock. Is it mainly for staying cool and relaxing? One with a large mesh area should work great! Do you want a mix of utility and relaxation? One of the convertible options might be your best bet. Whatever you choose, you can rest assured that if you get it at West Marine, it's built to last on the water season after season.
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