New products :In the new range of rigid inflatable boats Valiant

 In 2011, Valiant  ( Brunswick group) introduced a new range of eight semi-rigid models, developed in partnership with the Italian company Arimar active in the production of semi-rigid for many years. 
The next show of La Rochelle to be held from 19 to 24 September 2012 will be an opportunity for Valiant to present a preview, the latest developments in this range, including its variation CLASSIC, which complements the COMFORT and SPORT. 

COMFORT series consists of four models ranging from 5 meters to 6.30 meters. This series is equipped with floats PVC united in a light gray and white upholstery with blue accents, reinforcing the dynamic side of this series while maintaining the traditional colors of Valiant. 

The new series CLASSIC turn is composed of five models ranging from 5 meters to 6.85 meters. This new range offers floats HYPALON colored cream that blend elegantly with the neutral tones of its upholstery, a complementary novel for Valiant. 

Series models and COMFORT CLASSIC offers several advantages, including:- All new consoles with a sporty and similarly in each of its range with a front seat and spacious storage- A full instrumentation panel recommended suitable for engines (hydraulic steering is standard on all models at 5.80 meters and 5.50 meters for the option)
 - A built-in seat back deck offering a large storage box
 - A large storage compartment built into the front bunker with opening cylinders and a separate locker
  - The ability to deploy a comfortable sunbathing on the front and rear of the boat on all models with the folding rear seats (except on models 500)
  - Good fuel capacity
  - A good list of standard equipment as standard (cushions, swim ladder, windscreen, handrail)For customers seeking a better-equipped boat, a complete list of optional accessories is available. 
Customers magnet combine recreation with fishing may thus, for example, equip their boats with GPS-Sounder larger while a sportier clientele wanting to play music in his new boat may be equipped with a mast Ski as well as a radio-I Phone MP3. Others prefer a more relaxing can choose options freshwater shower, bimini and extensions sunbathing, or set of tables available from the model of 5.80 meters.

The 685 Classic (photo above) is the big news this year.
This new model offers a relaxing and family to accommodate two families comfortably and easily. Her deck layout features a completely new center console, large bow sundeck and lounge aft deck with a leaningpost for a very comfortable ride. The center console offers a folding seat in the front, large storage space. Its instrument panel in carbon already well equipped as standard can be completed with a large sonar or GPS, VHF radio and MP3 complete with accessories to suit various types of iPhone or other. 
The aft deck saloon offers several storage lockers and can be equipped with optional side folder for those who want absolute safety, it can be expanded with an optional extension of sunbathing also used in table and a refrigerator where a space is provided in one of his chests. The rear seatback folds down like the leaning-post, offering a wide sun deck to accommodate more than three people comfortably. The front sundeck offers spacious storage lockers to store not only cushions, extending sunbathing but also the ski pylon, wakeboard or sports equipment through its broad side benches. Access to the rear platform with polyester swim ladder is facilitated by the rear seat folded down. Standard equipment can be complemented with a fresh water shower, a roll bar with stainless steel navigation light which can set a rate of sun, a platform of polyester on the tube, a ski pole, ... 
The SPORT series finally introduced last year with two entry-level models namely 500 and 550 SPORT SPORT, grows significantly this year as it offers seven models for 2013, ranging from 4.7 to 7 , 6 meters. 
The boats in this series are specially designed to meet the expectations of customers seeking a rigid design with simple vocations sportier, impeccable quality and at an unbeatable price. 
This series is available with PVC tubes of light gray color, lashings and a band of chafing the colors blue and red to highlight its more sporty look. The SPORT series will also be available in Hypalon ORCA. 
All deck plans were identified and fitted with a simple locker divided into two independent compartments. A list of options for consoles, leaning-post and seat configuration will "tailor". Recommended packages are offered following the end uses of boater. Models from 5.8 meters are equipped with a tube polyester platform for complete stability for programs seeking the best performance and allow to set in stainless steel roll bar supplied with the optional navigation lights providing a plan bridge completely free.

( French source : www.actunautique.com )