well, after fighting with the bank, long story, fonally got back to the dinghy. not sure I got it pumped up enough but I did find a tiny pin hole leak in the bow tube. that though should not affect the others. and they go soft too. Also, getting cold in the evening, tonight I pumped them up so we'll see in the morning.

Now, I am assuming that with the bow tube going soft, I assume that the other should not go soft unless there is a problem there too. Also, it appears there is only one part cement for dinghy repair in the chandlery. any ideas here? will continue more tomorrow.

Rickf s/v calaloo