At True Kit, we’re passionate about getting people on the water in every way possible. Whether you’re coaching a rowing squad or canoe team, towing a sailor to the start line, or setting safety cover for an open-water swim, you need a boat that’s fast to launch, easy to handle, and built to last. That’s exactly where True Kit comes in.
Our inflatable catamarans aren’t just compact and portable, they’re purpose-built for performance, safety, and versatility, making them the ideal companion for all kinds of watersports.
Why Coaches, Support Crews, and Water Enthusiasts Love True Kit
1. Stability and Safety You Can Trust
When you’re supporting athletes in dynamic, sometimes unpredictable conditions, a stable boat is a very important factor. The catamaran hull design of every True Kit provides incredible lateral stability, meaning you can move around confidently to assist rowers, sailors, or swimmers without that “tippy” feeling you get from a traditional vee hull boat. This wide, stable platform along with the open bow of the Discovery range makes it easier to pull in gear/people, recover a capsize, or simply stand up and get a better view of the action.
Alongside stability it's important to have a boat you can trust when out on the water. High-quality German Valmex® fabric, thermo-welded seams, ultra strong aluminum transom, four/five separate air chambers are some of the key features showing you can confidently trust a True Kit.
The open grate drainage system on the Discovery 330 and 400 make it a swamp proof design. It can drain a full boat of water in seconds! Check out this video:
2. Fast to Set Up, Light to Launch
Morning training sessions and regattas don’t wait for anyone, and neither should you. A True Kit can go from bag to water in minutes, with no heavy trailer or complicated setup required. Because they’re so lightweight, you can easily carry and launch your True Kit solo, even from tricky shorelines or ramps with the help of our QuickLok Dinghy Launching wheels.
That’s why many rowing and sailing clubs are moving to True Kit as their go-to coach and safety boat. It’s simply less hassle and more time on the water.
3. Compact, Portable, and Storage-Friendly
Every True Kit model packs down small enough to fit in the back of a car, campervan, or even a yacht locker. For clubs and schools, this means less storage space needed between sessions, and for individuals, it opens up a world of adventure without needing a dedicated trailer or marina berth.
True Kit Pack down dimensions:
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Product |
Hull Bag (CM) |
Accessory Bag (CM) |
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Navigator 250 |
85 x 54 x 28 24kg |
96 x 36 x 15 9kg |
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Navigator 300 |
88 x 60 x 30 28kg |
96 x 38 x 15 12kg |
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Discovery 280 |
95 x 60 x 30 26.5kg |
96 x 38 x 15 10kg |
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Discovery 330 |
100 x 60 x 32 32kg |
104 x 42 x 16 15kg |
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Discovery 400 |
105 x 70 x 35 37kg |
105 x 45 x 18 18.5kg |
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Tactician 350 |
80 x 60 x 25 21.5kg |
75 x 45 x 15 12kg |
From lakes and rivers to coastal harbours and regatta courses, your True Kit can follow the action wherever it goes.
4. Best of Both Worlds - Quiet & Eco-Friendly or Fast and Ready for Support
Paired with an electric outboard, a True Kit becomes an incredibly quiet, low-impact support boat perfect for coaching sessions, wildlife-rich environments, and open-water swims. The efficient catamaran hull glides easily, using less power (and battery) to get you where you need to be. Coaches love being able to approach athletes silently for feedback, and swimmers appreciate having a clean, fume-free companion by their side. The low wake characteristics of our catamaran design hugely benefit swimmers, rowers, sailors and more.
On the other hand, sometimes a speedy support boat is needed, which a True Kit can also be. With the Discovery 330 being able to take a 15hp and the Discovery 400 taking up to a 20hp, this provides the boats with plenty of power to get you where you need to be fast, whether that's for an emergency or needing to keep up with fast sailboats.
5. Usable for All Watersports
True Kit boats are trusted by a wide range of water users across the world:
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Rowing clubs and coaches - perfect for coaching launches and regatta safety.
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Sailing and dinghy racing - ideal for race officials, support boats, and mark layers.
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Canoeing and kayaking groups - for safety cover and photography.
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Open-water swimming events - providing visibility and rapid response capability.
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Triathlon training - the perfect mobile safety platform.
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Lifeguard and rescue use - fast, stable, and easy to deploy.
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Surfing support boat - transport people and boards to the ideal surf spot & surf events
Whatever your watersport, True Kit is designed to help you do it better, safer, and with more enjoyment.
Which True Kit Model Is Right for You?
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Discovery 2.8 - Compact, ultra-light, and perfect for solo coaches and small safety teams.
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Discovery 3.3 - A popular all-rounder for rowing, sailing, and triathlon support.
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Discovery 4.0 - The most popular choice for multi-athlete coverage or larger events where extra space and payload are key.
Every model delivers the same True Kit DNA: lightweight portability, exceptional durability, and world-class performance on the water. We also offer a Bimini if sun protection is needed out on the water.
Join the True Kit Watersports Community
We’re proud to support watersports clubs, coaches, and athletes all over the world who trust True Kit as their go-to companion on the water. If you’re looking for a support boat that’s as capable and dedicated as you are, it’s time to experience the True Kit difference. See our True Kit range HERE.
