{"product_id":"island-hopper-island-buddy-12-foot-inflatable-water-platform-dock","title":"Island Hopper Island Buddy 12 foot Inflatable Water Platform \u0026 Dock - IH-BUDDY-12","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIsland Hopper Island Buddy 12 foot Inflatable Water Platform \u0026amp; Dock - IH-BUDDY-12\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIsland Buddy 12 foot Water Swim Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis a super buoyant, ridged, inflatable water platform.  This swimming platform can be used in conjunction with your boat and inflated in minutes to make a patio area for sun bathing, swim play, wakeboard and tube launching, or any number of water activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIsland Buddy 12\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ejust got larger! Perfect portable size at 12’ x 6’ to be used by 6 to 8 people. Substantially holding over 1200 pounds without worry! Each platform has 11 side welded stainless steel d-rings to tie off and anchor securely. You can also fit multiple units together to make an extended platform in any number of configurations. On top are 8 web-loops for tying down your ice chests, lounge chairs, paddle boards, and water toys. Also available and sold separately is Island Hopper’s exclusive inflatable pillow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from commercially rated 1500 denier drop stitch material and built with heat welded seams to top boating industry standards.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIsland Hopper\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoffers our customers a commercial industry best\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wc-tabs tabs-nav\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for boat side water play, lounging in chairs, or on beach towels. Can be paddled into place, similarly to a stand-up paddle board and set with an anchor. Used for sun bathing, swim play, wakeboard and tube launching, and boat docking. Comfortably holds 4 to 6 people and over 1000 lbs. of weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely rigid and buoyant commercial drop stitch construction with HEAT WELDED seams. Inflates in minutes on your boat, weighs only 30 lbs. and stows in a small 36” area. Easily secures to the side of any boat and can be stored on a bimini top, once inflated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect multiple units to make an extended platform configuration. Features 11 side welded stainless d-rings, 6 carry handles, and 8 top welded web-loops for secure anchoring and holding accessor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eINCLUDES: Island Buddy Swim Dock, double action hand pump, stow straps, instruction manual, and repair patches. Optional accessories sold separately: Inflatable Pillow, soft entry ladder, and 15 PSI auto-set inflator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt to last! Industry best\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003e5 year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e“No Seam Blowout” limited warranty. 30-day money back satisfaction guarantee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wc-tabs tabs-nav\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content tab-additional_information\" id=\"content_tab_additional_information\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-content-scroll\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eVideo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/H5eQHGRAOF4\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"77guam\" data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"167\"\u003eBest-in-class floating dock for recreational setups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eThe Island Hopper Island Buddy 12’ is a rigid inflatable water platform designed to instantly expand usable space on lakes, boats, and calm coastal waters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jxg3v9\" data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eRock-solid drop-stitch construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eHigh-pressure drop-stitch PVC with heat-welded seams delivers a stiff, stable surface that feels more like a dock than a traditional inflatable. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7v7qqj\" data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"769\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eHigh load capacity for group use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eSupports roughly 1,200–1,300 lbs and comfortably fits 6–8 people, making it ideal for family gatherings and water activities. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v01o1t\" data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eFast setup, easy transport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eInflates in minutes and packs down small enough for boat storage, weighing around ~45 lbs for practical portability. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wy26e\" data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003eHighly versatile on-water platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eWorks as a swim dock, sunbathing platform, gear staging area, or launch pad for paddle sports and towables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p4oqt\" data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eModular expansion capability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eMultiple units can be connected to create larger floating decks or custom layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eQ: What is the Island Hopper Island Buddy 12 ft Inflatable Water Platform \u0026amp; Dock (IH-BUDDY-12)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eA: It’s a \u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eheavy-duty inflatable floating dock platform\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to expand usable space on lakes or boats for \u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"275\"\u003elounging, swimming, sunbathing, and water sports staging\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eQ: What are its size and capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eA: It measures about \u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"411\"\u003e12 ft × 6 ft × 4–6 in thick\u003c\/strong\u003e and supports roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"452\"\u003e1,200–1,300 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, accommodating up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"488\"\u003e6–8 people\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eQ: What is it made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eA: It uses \u003cstrong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"654\"\u003ecommercial-grade drop-stitch PVC with heat-welded seams\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for rigidity, durability, and resistance to tearing and UV exposure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"808\"\u003eQ: How stable is it on water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"811\"\u003eA: It becomes \u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"853\"\u003every rigid when inflated\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a stable “floating patio” suitable for standing, sitting, or light movement. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eQ: What can it be used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eA: It works as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eswim dock, lounge platform, launch pad for tubes\/SUPs, or extension of a boat or shoreline setup\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eQ: Does it connect to other inflatables?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eA: Yes, it includes multiple \u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003estainless D-rings and top loops\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing it to be anchored or linked with other platforms or boats. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eQ: How portable is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eA: Despite its size, it weighs around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e45 lbs and deflates into a compact roll\u003c\/strong\u003e, making transport and storage easy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003eQ: Why choose the Island Buddy 12 ft platform?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eA: It offers a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003estrong balance of stability, capacity, and modular design\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a versatile upgrade for personal boats, lakeside setups, or recreational water spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cj0kk5\" data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eRinse after every use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove salt, sand, and algae to 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