--- title: "Caribbean Yacht Charter Water Toy Prep Checklist · Dockee" url: "https://dockee.net/blog/caribbean-yacht-charter-water-toy-prep-for-deck-crews" description: "A practical checklist for deck crews managing a tender garage inventory ahead of a transatlantic crossing, ensuring superyacht water toys are ready." language: "en" --- ![Caribbean Yacht Charter Water Toy Prep for Deck Crews](https://shelter.hunpera.com/blog/dockee.net/caribbean-yacht-charter-water-toy-prep-for-deck-crews-hero.jpg) # Caribbean Yacht Charter Water Toy Prep for Deck Crews [ Back to the Journal](https://dockee.net/blog)Dockee Editorial4 min read Caribbean yacht charter water toy prep begins weeks before the anchor comes up for the final Mediterranean cruise. A systematic check of your tender garage inventory ensures every floating platform, pool and jet ski dock is ready for a busy winter season before it is packed for transatlantic shipping. The crossing is hard on equipment stored damp, so this transition period is the right time to inspect, clean and completely dry your inflatable gear. Taking stock now prevents unpleasant surprises when you arrive in the Caribbean and need to set up the beach club for your first guests. ## The Pre-season Toy Checklist A methodical approach to inspecting and packing your inflatables will save time and frustration on the other side of the Atlantic. Work through this list as you pull each item from the water for the last time. - Rinse away the salt: wash every inflatable thoroughly with fresh water to remove salt residue, which can attract moisture during the crossing. - Clean the fabrics: use a mild soap solution on the PVC to remove any dirt or sunscreen buildup from the summer season. - Inspect the top deck: give the [teak-look surface](https://dockee.net/glossary#teak-look-surface) a gentle clean to maintain its appearance. It is a teak look only, not real wood, so it needs no oiling or sanding. - Dry everything completely: allow the [drop-stitch](https://dockee.net/glossary#drop-stitch) equipment to air-dry fully before you deflate it, ensuring no moisture is trapped in the folds. - Test your inflators: plug in and run your electric pumps to confirm they are functioning correctly and will be ready for rapid inflation upon arrival. - Check connection gear: inspect the integrated straps and loops used to secure the [AirLink Tube](https://dockee.net/product/airlink-tube) between your platforms. - Assess boarding accessories: examine the [AquaStair Ladder Set](https://dockee.net/product/aquastair-ladder-set) to ensure the steps and handles are in good condition for safe boarding. - Review storage bags: ensure the bags are clean, dry and free of sharp objects before folding the inflatables away. ## Assessing the Tender Garage Inventory Once the equipment is clean and dry, review what you have and what space remains. Superyacht water toys for the Caribbean season often require a larger footprint for guest lounging, as itineraries lean heavily on days at anchor. A [Premium Teak Platform 4.10 m](https://dockee.net/product/premium-teak-platform-410) gives guests a stable area next to the yacht, measuring 410 by 205 cm. It leaves room for sunbathing or mooring a Seabob. ![Double Toy Dock (3.10 + 4.10 m) by Dockee](https://shelter.hunpera.com/blog/dockee.net/caribbean-yacht-charter-water-toy-prep-for-deck-crews-inline-1-f053e283.jpg) *Pictured: Double Toy Dock (3.10 + 4.10 m)* If the garage space allows, you might add a [Deluxe Water Pool 6.20 m](https://dockee.net/product/deluxe-water-pool-6-2) to provide a protected swimming area. It features an integrated fine-mesh net to keep floating debris out. Always check the packed sizes and weights in the product specifications to confirm the crew can handle the equipment and that it fits the specific storage bays in your tender garage. By comparing the external dimensions against the clear water available behind the yacht, you can ensure the products will float safely without touching the hull or propellers. ## Transatlantic Inflatable Packing Proper transatlantic inflatable packing comes down to moisture control and careful folding. The hull environment can be humid during the crossing, and temperature fluctuations in the garage can cause condensation. Dockee inflatables are built from drop-stitch fabric with reinforced PVC. While the materials are highly resistant to UV rays and sea water, packing them away damp will cause problems over a long voyage. ![Sailboats anchored in a calm tropical bay near rocky cliffs](https://shelter.hunpera.com/blog/dockee.net/caribbean-yacht-charter-water-toy-prep-for-deck-crews-inline-2-e16a7668.jpg) *Photo: David Broad, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons* Deflate the products entirely by ensuring the valve is fully open. Fold them neatly on a clean deck free of sharp objects, and store them out of prolonged direct sunlight. Keep the [Air Pump for Inflatable Docks 1200W](https://dockee.net/product/air-pump-1200w) stored in a dry, accessible spot. It runs on standard 230 V power and is intended for large platforms and pools, so you will need it the moment you arrive in port and begin setting up the stern. ## Ordering Replacements Before the Crossing If your pre-season toy checklist reveals damaged or missing items, order replacements well before the yacht departs. Dockee offers worldwide, fully insured [shipping](https://dockee.net/shipping). Smaller items travel by insured courier, while larger products such as platforms and pools are handled by specialised logistics partners who coordinate delivery directly to your marina or door. If you require a specific fit for the stern, products can be tailor-made on request. The size, surface or configuration is adapted to the yacht, with an individual quote provided for each project covering specification, lead time and delivery. Standard items have a returns window of 14 days from delivery, provided they are unused and in their original packaging; tailor-made items are excluded from [returns](https://dockee.net/returns). All products carry a two-year warranty from delivery. Finally, as you brief your crew for the upcoming winter season, review the safety protocols. These platforms are for use in calm, sheltered water only. Ensure engines and thrusters are off while anyone is in the water near the stern. Always supervise swimmers, especially children, as a pool net does not replace supervision. 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"Share on Pinterest") ## Frequently asked questions - ### Do floating platforms need special packing for a transatlantic crossing? They simply need to be washed with fresh water, dried completely to prevent moisture buildup, and stored out of direct sunlight in a space free of sharp objects. - ### Can new inflatable products be delivered directly to the yacht before a crossing? Yes, worldwide and fully insured shipping coordinates delivery to your marina or berth before you depart. ## Recommended for this article [Air Pump for Inflatable Docks 1200W · €160.00](https://dockee.net/product/air-pump-1200w)A powerful inflator necessary for preparing large platforms and pools when you arrive for the Caribbean season. [AquaStair Ladder Set – Modular Marine Swim Ladder · €550.00](https://dockee.net/product/aquastair-ladder-set)A stable boarding ladder that provides easy access to the water directly from your floating platform. ## More from the Journal [Managing Two Watercraft with a Double Jet Ski Pontoon · Read](https://dockee.net/blog/managing-watercraft-double-jet-ski-pontoon)[Single vs Twin: Choosing an Inflatable Daybed for Yachts · Read](https://dockee.net/blog/single-vs-twin-inflatable-daybed-for-yachts)[Setting Up a Floating Platform for Events at Anchor · Read](https://dockee.net/blog/setting-up-floating-platform-for-events)