How long to expect hypalon RIB to last?

[SpearRib]

my threads arent around worn material, just from the sides/edges of the material. my boat isnt that old either.

[Peter_C]

Originally Posted by SpearRib

my threads arent around worn material, just from the sides/edges of the material. my boat isnt that old either.

I would use a micro-torch. Same thing I do for rubber style drysuit zippers, as they frey.

[Blue Man]

My connection at the local inflatable boat shop suggested cutting the fraying threads back. The more they flop around in the water the more they continue to fray. I guess you could try to seal off with a touch of inflatable boat paint if you wanted to try to seal the fraying.

[SpearRib]

Strange I dont get any freying at the waterline, only the inside of the boat tubes.