Here are some of the competitive advantages of the Instaboat® the folding boat: - Lightweight and sturdy - Can be assembled in 2 minutes - Adapts to all recreational vehicles - Easy to carry and store by just one person - Very stable and safe to use - Glides easily on water - An unsinkable boat, even when filled with water Here are the advantages of an Instaboat® folding boat over an inflatable boat: - Wears less quickly - Faster on water - Lighter - Easier to assemble - Cannot be punctured - Convenient for portage Offered at a competitive price, this aluminum folding canoe is sold with a 5-year warranty. Instaboat® complies with U.S. Coast Guard safety standards, the Canadian Coast Guard construction standards for small boats, and has received the European IMCI certification.