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Inflatable Boat Repair Course November 4 – 8th, Vancouver

Inflatable Boat

Sept 12, 2019

The West Coast Boatyard Association has put together a 5-day inflatable repair course led by the professionals at Zodiac MilPro in Delta, BC this November. Space is limited and registration is only offered through WCBA. 

Registration is open to anyone; discounts for WCBA members.

This 5 day course is a complete look at the basic repair of inflatable boats.  Participants will be instructed in correct repair techniques on multiple fabrics, including:

• Patching and Repair of CSM/Neoprene Hypalon, Polyurethane and PVC fabrics
• Valve Replacement
• Bolt Rope Repair
• Baffle Seam Repair

Instruction is provided through the use of manuals and practical application.  Certificates will be provided to those participants who complete the training course.  10 students maximum. Registration is only available through the WCBA web site.

WCBA members: $1400

non-members: $1700
November 4 – 8, 2019

7830 Vantage Way, Delta, BC
Zodiac Milpro Repair

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