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ADV9 – Highfield’s First Cabin Boat Ever

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

The Brand New ADV9

Highfield launches its first cabin boat, a compact innovative RIB offering comfortable sleeping space for two and redefining adventure boating.

This ADV9 is a cross-over between a RIB and a fiber glass boat.

Visit the website highfields.com to see the impressive range of many more other models.

New ADV9 has its exterior and interior design done by VOM Creations Yacht Design. Engineering was in the hands of by Alpha Creations & Naval Justin.

Credits for this video: Felipe Gómez, Designer / Marine visualizer

This video was published on the RIBs ONLY YouTube channel.

Watch more existing news about the 2025 ADV7:

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Highfield ADV7 Tested by Motor Boat & Yachting

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

What is the ADV7?

Alex Smith from Motor Boat & Yachting calls it a hybrid. I prefer “cross-over” (see my article).

“Hybrid” usually refers to engines that combine combustion and electric power.

“Cross-over” better describes a boat sitting between different models, like cross-over cars.

Redefining Adventure Boats

Highfield, long known for aluminium RIBs, has launched its first fiberglass hybrid adventure boat, the ADV7.

Its slim, raised tubes act as stabilizers and fenders while providing a wider internal beam than most 7-meter RIBs.

The plumb bow ensures smooth entry, splash control, and confident handling. A single outboard powers the boat, with options up to 300 horsepower.

Beneath the deck, water and fuel tanks are easily accessible. The cockpit features a wet bar, fridge, fold-away table, and seating that converts into a sun pad.

Forward, a second seating area also forms a sun bed, with generous storage throughout.

The ADV7 reached 38 knots with the Honda 250.

This video was published on the Motor Boat & Yachting YouTube channel.

I’ve posted more news of this Highfield ADV7.

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Specs

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OCRDA Race Weekend Highfield Patrol 600 Stand-by

Andy Squirell
Ocrda Race Weekend @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat

OCRDA Race Primary Rescue Team

What a weekend afloat that turned out to be!

We headed off to Torquay for the final round of the OCRDA powerboat racing with a very sketchy forecast and three fleets of jet bikes, pro cats and OCR boat (website).

The Plan: A Media Boat Becomes a Rescue Unit

The Highfield Patrol 600 (see specs below) was originally planned to be a media boat with two for the country’s finest aquatic photographers on board, Anthony from Iceman Images and Will from Snap.

Soon, however with the conditions it was apparent that the Patrol 600 would be use das primary rescue boat with the paramedic aboard and they picture boys shipped off to another willing host!

The rear locker was soon filled with emergency medical equipment alongside the spare clothing and emergency kit and a long board stowed alongside the console.

It was held in place buy a couple of fenders.

Fully Equipped for Safety

The rear locker also has a shower unit within which takes up quite a bit of the space.

It may well be removed for next season as the locker is carrying more and more equipment at events.

Wind, Waves, and Jet Skis

The forecast wasn’t wrong and the promised F 4-5 wind arrived just in time to start the jet ski races, at least it stayed dry!

There are some great images below from the afloat photographers with skis aiming for the sky.

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The Highfield ADV7: A Girl’s Fun Day Out

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

The Highfield ADV7: A Crossover Design

From my own experience, it definitely reminds me of a RIB, but there are some key differences.

The inflatable tubes sit much higher above the waterline, so they seem to play a different role.

Designed by the award-winning Vom Designs, the vacuum-infused deep-V hull ensures a responsive, high-performance ride.

I first posted the brand’s new model, Highfield ADV7, in January 2025. I also added a slideshow including the premiere at Boot in Düsseldorf, Germany. Click here if you’re interested.

This video was published on the Highfield Boats YouTube channel.

There’s a whole lot more Highfield RIB action videos for you to enjoy:

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Specs

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Highfield Boats Best-selling RIBs: the Classic Range

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate
Highfield Boats Best-selling RIBs: the Classic Range @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat

The Classic Tenders

This Highfield Boats range is the world’s best-selling Rigid Inflatable Tender, valued for its straightforward design and reliability.

One of its main advantages is the ability to carry heavy loads with ease. It proves especially handy during summer when regular supply runs to shore are needed.

The range includes models from 260 to 460, the numbers indicating length in centimeters.

This makes it simple for owners to match the right tender to their yacht.

Known for balancing stability with capacity, the Classic range supports everyday use. Season after season, it remains a dependable choice for many boaters.

You find the full Classic range via this link on the Highfield Boats website.

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I’ve posted many videos of this range: enjoy them here.

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