Shark 9.8′ Inflatable Fishing Boat | Aluminum Floor Dinghy
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SKU: IH-SB-300
The Island Hopper Shark 9.8′ is the mid-size aluminum floor inflatable fishing boat — built for buyers who want the rigidity and performance of a hard-deck RIB in a package light enough to handle without a davit or a crew. At 70 lbs for the hull and 30 lbs for the floor system, it is one of the most manageable aluminum-floor inflatable dinghies available, and at 9.8 feet it threads the line between day-trip compact and serious offshore capable.
Rigid Aluminum Floor — No Inflation, No Maintenance:
The Shark ships with 4 interlocking aluminum floor pieces and 4 aluminum side rail stabilizers that lock into place to form a flat, rigid deck. No inflation pressure to monitor. No re-pumping between trips. The aluminum surface handles SCUBA tanks, anchor chain, dive weights, fish tackle, hard coolers, and everything else that would put an air-floor deck at risk and wipes clean in minutes after use.
Military-Grade PVC | Fresh and Salt Water Rated:
Heat-welded PVC with a reinforced .9mm, 1100-denier rip-resistant fabric shell — UV-resistant, oil-stain-resistant, and puncture-resistant in fresh and salt water. The V-shaped hull and 3-bow mooring D-rings deliver confident directional handling, while contoured rear pontoons and an extended transom improve buoyancy and planing performance even under a full load.
5-Person Capacity | 15HP Motor Ready:
Supports up to 5 people and 1,158 lbs. The reinforced transom handles motors up to 15HP (15 inch short shaft recommended; 20 inch long shaft compatible), accommodating both 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards. Fast planing performance, stable tracking, and enough beam at 5 feet wide to carry a cooler, gear bags, and a full crew without feeling crowded. Optional EVA teak foam decking ($129) adds a slip-resistant surface over the aluminum panels.
Light Enough to Handle Solo:
Combined hull and floor weight is approximately 100 lbs — meaningful in the world of aluminum-floor inflatables, where competing models often exceed 130 lbs fully kitted. One reviewer notes: 'I can easily lift the boat onto the back of my transom with two lines.' For sailors, liveaboards, and boaters without davits or a crane, that difference matters on every launch and recovery.
How the Shark Compares to the Rest of the Lineup:
The Shark 9.8′ sits between the Manta Ray 8.8′ (compact, entry-level) and the Killer Whale 10.8′ (maximum capacity, heavier floor). All three share the same PVC construction standard and 3-year No Seam Blowout warranty. Choose the Shark if you want the aluminum floor in a size that one person can manage, and if 9.8 feet gives you enough room for your crew and gear.
USCG Approved | Complete Kit | 3-Year Warranty:
Ships USCG approved with a Manufacturer Certificate of Origin for official boat registration. Complete kit includes: 1 aluminum bench seat, removable seat cushion with storage bag, 2 aluminum oars with lock-in holders, carry bag, foot pump, and repair kit. Backed by Island Hopper's 3-year limited 'No Seam Blowout' manufacturer warranty.
Shark 9.8′ Inflatable Fishing Boat | Aluminum Floor Dinghy
SKU: IH-SB-300
The Island Hopper Shark 9.8′ is the mid-size aluminum floor inflatable fishing boat — built for buyers who want the rigidity and performance of a hard-deck RIB in a package light enough to handle without a davit or a crew. At 70 lbs for the hull and 30 lbs for the floor system, it is one of the most manageable aluminum-floor inflatable dinghies available, and at 9.8 feet it threads the line between day-trip compact and serious offshore capable.
Rigid Aluminum Floor — No Inflation, No Maintenance:
The Shark ships with 4 interlocking aluminum floor pieces and 4 aluminum side rail stabilizers that lock into place to form a flat, rigid deck. No inflation pressure to monitor. No re-pumping between trips. The aluminum surface handles SCUBA tanks, anchor chain, dive weights, fish tackle, hard coolers, and everything else that would put an air-floor deck at risk and wipes clean in minutes after use.
Military-Grade PVC | Fresh and Salt Water Rated:
Heat-welded PVC with a reinforced .9mm, 1100-denier rip-resistant fabric shell — UV-resistant, oil-stain-resistant, and puncture-resistant in fresh and salt water. The V-shaped hull and 3-bow mooring D-rings deliver confident directional handling, while contoured rear pontoons and an extended transom improve buoyancy and planing performance even under a full load.
5-Person Capacity | 15HP Motor Ready:
Supports up to 5 people and 1,158 lbs. The reinforced transom handles motors up to 15HP (15 inch short shaft recommended; 20 inch long shaft compatible), accommodating both 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards. Fast planing performance, stable tracking, and enough beam at 5 feet wide to carry a cooler, gear bags, and a full crew without feeling crowded. Optional EVA teak foam decking ($129) adds a slip-resistant surface over the aluminum panels.
Light Enough to Handle Solo:
Combined hull and floor weight is approximately 100 lbs — meaningful in the world of aluminum-floor inflatables, where competing models often exceed 130 lbs fully kitted. One reviewer notes: 'I can easily lift the boat onto the back of my transom with two lines.' For sailors, liveaboards, and boaters without davits or a crane, that difference matters on every launch and recovery.
How the Shark Compares to the Rest of the Lineup:
The Shark 9.8′ sits between the Manta Ray 8.8′ (compact, entry-level) and the Killer Whale 10.8′ (maximum capacity, heavier floor). All three share the same PVC construction standard and 3-year No Seam Blowout warranty. Choose the Shark if you want the aluminum floor in a size that one person can manage, and if 9.8 feet gives you enough room for your crew and gear.
USCG Approved | Complete Kit | 3-Year Warranty:
Ships USCG approved with a Manufacturer Certificate of Origin for official boat registration. Complete kit includes: 1 aluminum bench seat, removable seat cushion with storage bag, 2 aluminum oars with lock-in holders, carry bag, foot pump, and repair kit. Backed by Island Hopper's 3-year limited 'No Seam Blowout' manufacturer warranty.
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns center for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
Here are 3 more great reasons to buy from us:
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
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Ordering from Mybouncehouseforsale is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |
Our goal is to provide highly competitive pricing and we work very diligently to do so.
If you happen to see another online shop that offers a lower price than us within six months of your date please let us know and we’ll be happy to refund the difference on your original payment method. Moreover, because we are consistently working with our suppliers to get better rates we know that you can feel very comfortable and confident that you are seeing highly competitive prices for the products listed on our site. Moving forward if you find the same item that we carry on another website that has a lower price please submit that to us within six months of your purchase date and we will refund you the difference. If it is a case of seeing a lower price on another website and we need to send a partial refund simply email us the link to the exact product and brand from our site and also the link from our competitors site so we can inspect the pricing. Again this needs to be within six months from the date of your order and we will review your submission and apply a credit if necessary. Our Price Match Guarantee has some limitations: The item must have already been purchased from our site prior to asking for this to be reviewed and submitted. This does not include rebate programs or specific retailer programs such as buy three get one free type offers or any combination such as that are not eligible The item will need to be in stock from the competitors site that you’re submitting the information from The competitor must be an online store, they may not have a retail location (warehouse, showroom, or physical location) The website cannot be a wholesaler, liquidator, distributor, or auction website. Examples are eBay, Liquadation.com, Via Trading, overstock, etc. The competitor must also be someone who has been authorized by the supplier and/or manufacturer to resell the product you are inquiring about The Price Match Policy must also include the product listing price and the shipping total, but will exclude any sales tax that gets added at the final purchasing invoiceShark 9.8′ Inflatable Fishing Boat | Aluminum Floor Dinghy
SKU: IH-SB-300
The Island Hopper Shark 9.8′ is the mid-size aluminum floor inflatable fishing boat — built for buyers who want the rigidity and performance of a hard-deck RIB in a package light enough to handle without a davit or a crew. At 70 lbs for the hull and 30 lbs for the floor system, it is one of the most manageable aluminum-floor inflatable dinghies available, and at 9.8 feet it threads the line between day-trip compact and serious offshore capable.
Rigid Aluminum Floor — No Inflation, No Maintenance:
The Shark ships with 4 interlocking aluminum floor pieces and 4 aluminum side rail stabilizers that lock into place to form a flat, rigid deck. No inflation pressure to monitor. No re-pumping between trips. The aluminum surface handles SCUBA tanks, anchor chain, dive weights, fish tackle, hard coolers, and everything else that would put an air-floor deck at risk and wipes clean in minutes after use.
Military-Grade PVC | Fresh and Salt Water Rated:
Heat-welded PVC with a reinforced .9mm, 1100-denier rip-resistant fabric shell — UV-resistant, oil-stain-resistant, and puncture-resistant in fresh and salt water. The V-shaped hull and 3-bow mooring D-rings deliver confident directional handling, while contoured rear pontoons and an extended transom improve buoyancy and planing performance even under a full load.
5-Person Capacity | 15HP Motor Ready:
Supports up to 5 people and 1,158 lbs. The reinforced transom handles motors up to 15HP (15 inch short shaft recommended; 20 inch long shaft compatible), accommodating both 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards. Fast planing performance, stable tracking, and enough beam at 5 feet wide to carry a cooler, gear bags, and a full crew without feeling crowded. Optional EVA teak foam decking ($129) adds a slip-resistant surface over the aluminum panels.
Light Enough to Handle Solo:
Combined hull and floor weight is approximately 100 lbs — meaningful in the world of aluminum-floor inflatables, where competing models often exceed 130 lbs fully kitted. One reviewer notes: 'I can easily lift the boat onto the back of my transom with two lines.' For sailors, liveaboards, and boaters without davits or a crane, that difference matters on every launch and recovery.
How the Shark Compares to the Rest of the Lineup:
The Shark 9.8′ sits between the Manta Ray 8.8′ (compact, entry-level) and the Killer Whale 10.8′ (maximum capacity, heavier floor). All three share the same PVC construction standard and 3-year No Seam Blowout warranty. Choose the Shark if you want the aluminum floor in a size that one person can manage, and if 9.8 feet gives you enough room for your crew and gear.
USCG Approved | Complete Kit | 3-Year Warranty:
Ships USCG approved with a Manufacturer Certificate of Origin for official boat registration. Complete kit includes: 1 aluminum bench seat, removable seat cushion with storage bag, 2 aluminum oars with lock-in holders, carry bag, foot pump, and repair kit. Backed by Island Hopper's 3-year limited 'No Seam Blowout' manufacturer warranty.
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Please allow 4-7 business days for your order to arrive. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns center for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
Here are 3 more great reasons to buy from us:
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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|
We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
|
|
Ordering from Mybouncehouseforsale is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |
Our goal is to provide highly competitive pricing and we work very diligently to do so.
If you happen to see another online shop that offers a lower price than us within six months of your date please let us know and we’ll be happy to refund the difference on your original payment method. Moreover, because we are consistently working with our suppliers to get better rates we know that you can feel very comfortable and confident that you are seeing highly competitive prices for the products listed on our site. Moving forward if you find the same item that we carry on another website that has a lower price please submit that to us within six months of your purchase date and we will refund you the difference. If it is a case of seeing a lower price on another website and we need to send a partial refund simply email us the link to the exact product and brand from our site and also the link from our competitors site so we can inspect the pricing. Again this needs to be within six months from the date of your order and we will review your submission and apply a credit if necessary. Our Price Match Guarantee has some limitations: The item must have already been purchased from our site prior to asking for this to be reviewed and submitted. This does not include rebate programs or specific retailer programs such as buy three get one free type offers or any combination such as that are not eligible The item will need to be in stock from the competitors site that you’re submitting the information from The competitor must be an online store, they may not have a retail location (warehouse, showroom, or physical location) The website cannot be a wholesaler, liquidator, distributor, or auction website. Examples are eBay, Liquadation.com, Via Trading, overstock, etc. The competitor must also be someone who has been authorized by the supplier and/or manufacturer to resell the product you are inquiring about The Price Match Policy must also include the product listing price and the shipping total, but will exclude any sales tax that gets added at the final purchasing invoice
