Most new inflatable boat owners think “the firmer, the better” when pumping their boat. But here’s the truth: overinflation is the fastest way to ruin your boat. On a hot day, air expands inside the chambers, pushing seams to their limits until they weaken or burst. It doesn’t happen overnight, but that one “extra pump for good measure” slowly shaves years off your boat’s life. 👉 The fix is simple: always use the manufacturer’s PSI guidelines (and a pressure gauge) to keep your boat adventure-r