United States · Tier 2
Newport Vessels
Sport tenders built for coastal chop
The brand
Newport Vessels is known for sport-tender dinghies built heavier than the typical packable inflatable, with the Dana series aimed squarely at rougher coastal use rather than flat-water pottering. For an Australian buyer the product is interesting and the supply question is the one to settle first.
Primarily a United States brand. Australian distribution was not confirmed in the material reviewed — treat as import or special order, and resolve warranty, parts and tube-repair support in writing before purchase.
Our take
Worth a look if you are already comparing sport tenders and can get a straight answer on local support. Without that answer, a locally backed equivalent is the safer purchase.
Editorial fit scores
Brand-level scores against each job. Individual models are scored separately — see any model page. Methodology.
Newport Vessels
Dana
The sport-tender series, built for rougher coastal use. Sizes are nominal imperial lengths.
| Model | Length | Max power | Persons | Hull weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dana 8'6" Nominal 8 ft 6 in sport tender | 2.59 m | — | — | — |
| Dana 9'6" Nominal 9 ft 6 in sport tender | 2.90 m | — | — | — |
| Dana 10'6" Nominal 10 ft 6 in sport tender | 3.20 m | — | — | — |
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