BRIS 11' inflatable cat for diving

[crzyfish]

I'm considering an inflatable mini cat for diving in California (Norcal). I've seen vids where freedivers flop aboard like a seal bc of the open bow design. It should work fine for all diving. I have a 10' SIB with a 86lb thrust electric trolling motor for fishing but I haven't tried that in open water or for diving. I plan to talk to a few instructors regarding SIB diving before attempting it.

Any thoughts on the inflatable mini cat? It has a dropstitch floor which is nice but a solid floor is preferable for dive gear.

 

[tekkydiver]

Not my 1st choice for a dive vessel

 

[mullannix930]

Not my 1st choice for a dive vessel

Why not? I’m looking at one for small lakes near me.

 

[Jonn]

Looks very slow compared to a two place kayak. If you’re not trying to paddle it I suppose that doesn’t matter as much. Would you be soloing or have two guys in there?