OK, I'm looking for actual experience, not what a book or manual says.
How often do you have to reinflate your dingy to get it up to your desired pressure? Also include what year it is (even if just approximately) and what type (PVC vs Hypalon). I'm interested in real-world experience with a variety of dingys.
I have two, one 1994 PVC RIB that must be reinflated about every 3 days to keep it firm enough for comfortable travel I also have a 2004 Zodiac PVC SIB that needs a 'recharged' about every 7 or 8 days.
Both have had/needed various repairs to seams or patches over the years, but currently don't have any leaks that I can find with soapy water.
What about yours?
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How often do you reinflate your dingy?
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Re: How often do you reinflate your dingy?
PVC.....aluminium floor.....inflatable keel...three chambers..5 years old.....bring to spec at start of season, then top up now and then when we want to go on a long run....for the most part we dont bother with airing it much, keeps its pressure pretty good so far......edit....I will add that these inflatables are very susceptible to temp changes in the tubes...... 
The above is strictly my opinion.
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Re: How often do you reinflate your dingy?
2009 WalkerBay 310flt 10ft RIB, about every 7 to 10 days.
Usually, reinflating from 3psi to 4, not much difference,
Usually, reinflating from 3psi to 4, not much difference,
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Re: How often do you reinflate your dingy?
I have a 2013 mercury 270 air deck, So far only have to top it off for spring launch. Holds firm all season.
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