You are here

Search Results for: rough waters

How Do I Navigate Shallow Waters in a RIB: 10 Tips

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate
How Do I Navigate Shallow Waters in a RIB @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat

How Do I Navigate Shallow Waters in All Safety

Shallow waters can be very beautiful and exude a certain tranquility.

Navigating shallow waters in a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) requires careful planning, attention to detail, and knowledge of the local conditions.

It is extremely annoying and sometimes downright dangerous when you get stuck and the tide is going out.

This is a how-to article of which you will find more in my blog like preventing UV damage, how-to dock, navigating in rough waters, choosing a RIB, maintenance…

First of All

These are the number one things to do on how do I navigate shallow waters.

Prepare for your voyage by first checking the weather forecast, and secondly, familiarise yourself with the tides in your outing area.

Charge all your devices like your smartphone, tablet…

Let’s go

Here are 10 tips for navigating shallow waters safely in your RIB that I want to share with you.

(more…)

Advanced Training in Rough Sea

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Vincent’s Mind-Blowing Advanced Training

This video highlights Vincent’s autumn course aimed at improving his navigation skills on a rigid inflatable boat in the rough waters of Raz de Sein.

The Rigid Inflatable Boat is a Ribraft equipped with a 200-horsepower engine.

This unique training is organized by “OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée“.

During this intensive course, participants have the opportunity to learn advanced techniques for high-sea navigation, handling waves and strong currents. Watch this overview of 2022 trainings.

Advanced Training in Rough Sea @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Home
Advanced Training in Rough Sea

The experienced tutor guides participants throughout this thrilling experience, helping them develop their navigation skills and gain confidence in demanding maritime conditions.

This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel

Are RIBs Suitable for Long-distance Cruising?

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate
Are RIBs Suitable for Long-distance Cruising @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat

Essential Thoughts for Long-Distance Adventures

Maybe you’re just like me, eager to set out with your RIB and explore new horizons.

Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) have surged in popularity recently, thanks to their adaptability, resilience, and superior performance across various marine settings.

Often praised for their stability, manoeuvrability, and capacity to tackle rough waters, RIBs are a common sight in recreational boating, fishing trips, rescue missions, military contexts and so on.

But can these nimble crafts endure the challenges of long-distance cruising?

(more…)

Discover Key Boat Selling Features Essentials

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate
Key Boat Selling Features: Highlighting Essentials for RIBs @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat

What About Key Boat Selling Features Essentials for RIBs

If you’re considering selling your Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), there’s no better time to begin than now.

To assist you in this proces, I’m crafting a series of posts designed to spark inspiration and guide you through the process.

Understand that a prospective buyer might be new to the world of RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats) and is seeking one that aligns with their specific preferences and requirements.

Above all, refrain from declaring that your RIB is the ultimate choice. The suitability of any RIB depends greatly on the preferences and needs of the potential buyer.

This is the first article: Key Boat Selling Features Essentials. It’s a about how to stage your boat for sale.

When selling your RIB, effectively highlighting its features can make a significant difference in attracting potential buyers and closing a successful sale.

Whether you’re listing your RIB online or showcasing it in person, here are some crucial features to emphasize to prospective buyers in my opinion.

Be honest! Now check these selling features.

(more…)

Retrospective 2022 How to Pass Big Waves

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

How to Pass Big Waves: a Special Skill

This video looks back on the year 2022. It’s about advanced courses to improve navigation in heavy seas from 3 to 5 Beaufort in the Raz de Sein, France.

“OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée” translates into the “OLM Advanced Training in Formed Sea”.

OLM stands for “Office de la Mer et des Littoraux,” which is a French organization that provides training for boaters who want to improve their skills and knowledge in navigating through rough waters, particularly in waves and choppy conditions.

In this way the trainee learns how to pass big waves. I’ve posted more videos for you to enjoy like here, here and here.

Retrospective 2022 How to Pass Big Waves @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
How to Pass Big Waves

This training is designed for experienced boaters who already have a basic understanding of boating techniques and safety practices while minimising the risks of accidents and injuries.

It makes it relevant for those who navigate in coastal or offshore waters, where the sea conditions can be unpredictable and challenging.

If you listen carefully you can grab some tips and advice. It is in French though and the author did not active subtitles.

This video was published on the OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée YouTube channel.

1 2 3 … 6