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Estimated Arrival: Between Dec 03 and Dec 10. *ETA to the USA Only
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Questions? Call Dave "Tel: 864.367.6161" dave@lightasairboats.com
Our sailing package includes an aluminum mast, aluminum boom, and sail bag. We use solid oak in our seats and to hand-make the rudder and daggerboard so we know that you’ll have the highest quality available on the market.
Perhaps our most popular model, the 860 is small enough to be transported easily, while still having enough space to carry your gear. Suitable for rowing, sailing, or powered by a small outboard, the Puffin 860 is equally at home on the family pond or in the harbor!
Our Puffins feature a white glossy exterior, sturdy vinyl rub rail with rope inlay, and a rich beige interior that wraps along the top of the transom. The varnished oak seats and motor board are made by hand and the boat is finished with a brass bow eye and two rowing stations.
The sailing option includes a sail and sail bag manufactured by North Sails and an aluminum mast and boom. We use the same solid oak in our seats to hand make the rudder and dagger board, which is also included in the package.
Customize your new boat by opting for a custom color, adding a unique name on the back, or decorating the outside with one of our vinyl wraps.
Specifications
☑ Length 8'6"
☑ Weight 80 lbs
☑ Beam 49"
☑ Transom Height 19"
☑ Capacity 3 Persons of 357 lbs of gear
☑ Max HP 3
CUSTOM COLORS
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
PUFFIN SEAT CUSHIONS
Add a touch of comfort and style to your Puffin
PUFFIN MOORING COVER
Keep your Puffin protected from the elements
6.5' OARS AND OARLOCKS
Used with our 760 puffin dinghies.
7' OARS AND OARLOCKS
These oars and oarlocks work best with our 860 Puffin Dinghies.
Customer Reviews
This little beauty is the perfect size, perfect weight, and perfect boat for sailing, rowing and motoring the canals in Punta Gorda Isles. She will live on our dock and be a fun little dalliance when I need to sail or cocktail cruise.
The packaging was amazing! The boat is wrapped so well, but not cumbersome. Not a dent or ding or scratch. As I unwrapped each item... the centerboard, Tiller/rudder was like a little Christmas present. Perfection in wood craftsmanship! The oars are also a piece of art with beautiful brass oarlocks. All of the fittings are stout and well made attached to the boat. The finish is absolutely beautiful as well! Not a bubble, blemish or smudge. Perfect!
Working with Dave and staff at Light As Air Boats was a dream! Easy, professional, helpful and overall a piece of cake! I can't say enough for my appreciation of this business. I did my research on all small dinghies... and the Puffin 860 matched 100% to my needs as a dinghy sailor. I do need to wait for the rain to stop, so I can take her out for a spin! Thank you with oceans of gratitude. Dee
