RIBs ONLY

Welcome to RIBs ONLY

2018-03-202020-04-21 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

RIBs ONLY Welcome

This blog is devoted to the Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). Why RIBs?

PASSION FOR RIBs

I’ve always been fascinated by the Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). Their form, style, lay-out, toughness, seaworthiness and sportive way of navigating are the unquestionable advantages you’ll rarely find combined in another type of boat.

TYPE OF RIBs

This type of boat is also known as the 4 x 4 of the sea. Rescue services, military, police, port staff often use RIBs because of their excellent behavior, seaworthiness and solidity. Other RIBs are fitted for pleasure, fishing and racing. A RIB is indeed a very special type of motorboat. Know what to look for when buying a RIB.

SOCIAL MEDIA

RIBs ONLY has a Facebook group. Become a member of this great RIB community: it’s free and you get to meet great passionates! And if you’re looking to buy, check out our RIBs ONLY Sales Facebook group.

Now what’s a RIB …

RNLI Sunderland Rescue Fishermen Clinging to Sinking Ship

2020-09-242020-09-24 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Just minutes after being tasked by Humber Coastguard, the crew from RNLI Sunderland were on the scene of a capsized fishing vessel.

RIB RIBCRAFT 5.85

2020-09-222020-09-22 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

RIB Ribcraft 5.85 PRO custom built. Featuring Ullman shock mitigation seats and Suzuki 150 hp.

RIB Ribeye A811 Offshore Protection

2020-09-192020-09-19 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

The new removable wrap around T-Top screen gives you the protection you need for those longer journeys. This option really minimises the feeling and the sound of the wind for the driver and navigator when underway allowing you to sit down and relax in your SHOX suspension bucket seats.

Hellenic Army Special Forces RIBs Magna960 Patrolling Chios Strait

2020-09-19 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Hellenic Army National Guard Special Forces pair of RIBs Magna 960 at perfect formation patrolling Chios Strait in central Aegean Sea. Caught on video by Aegeanhawk on YouTube.

Ribcraft 10.5 Police Patrol Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB)

2020-09-14 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

UK manufacturer Ribcraft has just completed and delivered a new marine boat for Dorset Police which will patrol the 98 miles of coastline along the Dorset Coast. Capable of being out in all weathers, the 10.5 Metre RIB has been custom designed and made to the specific requirements of the Dorset Force Support Group.

RIB Ribcraft 850 Sports

2020-09-142020-09-14 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

RIB Highfield Boats Sport 390

2020-09-092020-09-09 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

An introduction to the ALL NEW Highfield Sport 390 RIB. The perfect runabout or small tender.

Apex Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) in Mexico – Taxi Boat “Nina’s”

2020-09-092020-09-09 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Enjoy the ride on Apex A-36 feet Rigid Inflatable Taxi Boat (RIB) fitted with twin Mercury Marine outboard 200 hp Seapro.

This big RIB can host up to 32 passengers protected by the shade of a large stainless steel top.

This Apex is made of the finest and most durable raw material in the world including Hypalon CSM 1670 dtex by Orca for the inflatable tubes and heavy duty fiberglass for the hull, deck and stringer…

Apex is committed to provide all customers superior quality boats at the highest international standards (USCG standards and CE homologations). Thanks to our happy customer Vallarta By Boat for the video !

RIB Ribcraft 5.45 Dutch Police

2020-09-082020-09-08 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Ribcraft 5.45 Fast Rescue Daughter Craft custom designed for rapid deployment from the mothership.

The New RIB Oromarine C-35

2020-09-062020-09-06 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Oromarine presents the new RIBs C-range. Innovative design cabin version with the possibility to choose between C-35 and C-38. Thrilling performance. The version in question is the C-35 powered by 2 Suzuki DF 300.

RIB Stingher 27GT – 300HP Verado 4.6L

2020-09-052020-09-05 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

BRIG Navigator 26 RIB – Norway Final Draft

2020-09-03 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Incredible journey along the one of the most spectacular and dangerous coastlines is successfully finished. It took six days to navigate the distance of more than 1500 nautical miles cutting through the rough waters of the Nordic Sea and gliding upon mirror-like surfaces of countless fjords.

RIBbing For Arctic – We Are on Plane…

2020-09-032020-09-03 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Seafighter Y36 is produced by the company of Seafighter – RIBs. It is an inflatable boat of Hellenic design and production and with no doubt it is one of the best vessels in its class.

RIB Zodiac Pro 850 Optimum

2020-08-31 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Highfield Boats Sport 360 RIB Review

2020-08-292020-08-29 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

A full review of the all new Highfield Sport 360 RIB by Powerboat Television. Launching online 20200901.

35′ Full Cabin RIB – Life Proof Boats

2020-08-29 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Ready to tackle the water in style? The 35’ Full Cabin is a purpose-built, off-road luxury focused 4×4 for the water.

With its performance driven backbone, and the latest ride enhancing technologies it will stay fun and comfortable even in the rough stuff. Nothing else delivers the same blend of refinement and pure competence on the water.

The refined deep “v” hull coupled with innovative enhancements, provides unmatched performance at speeds reaching in excess of 50 mph from twin 425hp outboards.

Inside the cabin you will find amenities tailored to suit every member of the family. A stand up bathroom is conveniently located in the lower cuddy, and a galley fit for the best of chefs.

Craftsmanship. Comfort. Unparalleled performance. That’s the brief at Life Proof Boats. Built for serious play, this Full Cabin line can be equipped for everything from leisurely yachting to hard-core sportfishing – a sleek, refined boat designed for speed, adventure, and safety without sacrificing comfort, amenities, and good looks.

Celebrating 1500 Sealegs Amphibious Boats (RIBs)

2020-08-262020-08-26 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

This video celebrates 15 years of Sealegs producing amphibious boats (mainly RIBs), in which we completed 1500 Sealegs boats!

RIB Highfield Boats Sport 420 Review

2020-08-262020-08-26 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

RIBRIDE – September 2020

2020-08-242020-08-24 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

RIBs Williams Jet Tenders – DieselJet 625 Walkthrough

2020-08-222020-08-22 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

During these unprecedented times, we know it’s been difficult for many of our customers to be able to experience our industry leading jet tenders first hand. It is for this reason we have brought you the next best thing, a feature packed walk-through of most popular tender models.

The first in this series of tender walk-through’s is the pinnacle of style and comfort, the DieselJet 625. Join our Sales and Marketing manager, Ollie Taylor as he deep-dives into this feature rich tender.

Italboats RIB Stingher 28 GT

2020-08-212020-08-21 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Full Review of the RIB (rigid inflatable boat) Stingher 28 GT, built in Italy by Italboats. Location: Marina di Pisa, Italy

Asis RIBs – Manufacturer of Mil-Pro Amphibious Boats

2020-08-202020-08-20 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

ASIS Boats provides maritime solutions to your most complex needs. The types of boats we built are Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats, Fully Inflatable boats and 4WD Amphibious boats. In this video, you witness the 4WD Military AMP boat going at high speeds, manoeuvring in all agility, driving in and out of the beach and up the boat ramp!

Short Video of an Asis Mega RIB

2020-08-202020-08-20 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

ASIS Air Hull® is a unique concave reverse chine hull design which dynamically redirects the flow of water downward creating more lift and reducing frictional drag. This same redirection of water allows mariners to benefit from a drier ride deflecting sea spray.

Brig Navigator 485 RIB at Miami Yacht Show 2020

2020-08-192020-08-19 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Boat TV Ribeye Season 4 Episode 8 – RIBs presentation

2020-08-192020-08-19 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

The Ribeye PRIME RIB series was created with a mission to craft the most luxurious, durable and functional RIBs designed and built in Great Britain.

RIB Trip “Loodsrechtse plassen” – The Netherlands

2020-08-192020-08-19 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Brugge Marine Center (Belgium) organized a trip on lakes in The Netherlands, namely de “Loodsrechtse Plassen”.

Highfield Boats Sport 360 RIB

2020-08-172020-08-17 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Introducing the ALL NEW Sport 360 RIB from Highfield Boats. With a 20° deadrise, integrated fuel tank and rating up to 40hp, this is the perfect small runabout or tender to take you exploring further than just the harbour.

Technohull Omega 45 RIB in Miami

2020-08-17 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Full review of the new RIB Technohull Omega 45. Location: Miami.

RIBs ONLY on Facebook Reaches New High

2020-08-172020-08-17 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

When I started this Facebook group back in 2017 my target was to grow to approx. 5,000 members. I thought I would need 5 to 6 years to achieve that number.

Now in 3 years time having 10,000 fans is beyond my expectations.

I want to express my gratitude to each and everyone of you. Thank you for making it happen every day again.

Galaxy Pilot P8-DIVE – Professional RIB for Experts Diving

2020-08-152020-08-15 Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Galaxy Pilot P8-DIVE is a 8m long RIB especially created for diving purposes. It is expertly equipped for most experienced divers and commercial use.

This is one of very few RIBs especially designed for Diving. Special thanks to “PLONGES” and Galaxy official Distributor in France “HICA Boats” for the excellent video.