Salpa Soleil 42 Upgraded with Triple 300 Suzukis

Salpa Soleil 42’s Hull by Adam Younger

The Salpa Soleil 42 is one of the most complete RIBs in the Italian Soleil series.

Measuring 12.75 meter, it features an Adam Younger stepped hull and three Suzuki 300 hp engines, totaling a massive 900 hp.

This configuration ensures dynamic performance, instant planing, and exceptional stability at any speed.

Inside, the Salpa Soleil 42 offers two spacious cabins. There is a full bathroom with a shower. The ergonomics are reminiscent of a larger cruiser.

It combines speed, luxury, and comfort, ideal for long journeys.

In Greece, the Soleil series and all SALPA boats are exclusively represented by Diving Marine.


This video was published on the Greek Boat & Fishing Magazine YouTube channel.

If you’re interested in other reviews of this model as well, follow this link.

And more Salpa Rigid Inflatable Boats videos are here for you.

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TROPIDA Saita 26 Carbon Edition

Interesting TROPIDA Model

The SAITA 26 by TROPIDA, developed with renowned naval architect Adam Younger, blends cutting-edge design with performance-driven engineering.

Its advanced hull features include twin bow steps, antidive system*, deep-V bow, ventilated steps, and double chine. That’s some hull!

These features deliver safety, stability, and a smooth ride even in rough seas.

The hull of this TROPIDA Saita 26 minimizes spray and speed loss.

The aerodynamic profile with a sharp hardnose bow, aft-positioned tubes, and a striking center console enhance both style and function.

The SAITA 26 is offered in Standard, Premium, and Carbon Editions.

*The antidive system is an innovation of TROPIDA on all its hulls. It prevents the bow to nail into the sea especially at rough seas. It keeps the spray away and makes the cruise safe and dry (image ©)

About TROPIDA

The Greek based company was founded in 2014 by Takis Samartzis after achieving four championship titles in open sea races in Greece.

TROPIDA’s ribs are classified for CE B and C. Here you’ll find what this CE B and C mean.


This video was published on the TROPIDA boats YouTube channel.

Thanks to e-Ribbing I could share a few more videos of this brand: TROPIDA RIBs in action.

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Big Salpa Soleil 40 Speed and Consumption Test

Italian Beauty by The Sea Team

The Salpa Soleil 40 is powered by twin Yamaha 450 hp V8 outboards, delivering a combined 900 horsepower.

The boat is homologated as a natante under 9.99 meters, without artificial design tricks to reduce length.

Test Results of this Salpa Soleil 40

At idle, the engines run at 500 rpm with a speed of 3 knots and a total fuel consumption of 6.5 l/h.

All data refers to the combined consumption of both engines.

At 1,100 rpm we reach 5.7 knots at 14 l/h

At 2,000 rpm the Soleil 40 cruises at 8.8 knots, burning 37.2 l/h

At 2,500 rpm the RIB starts planing at just 12.6 knots with consumption of 56.5 l/h.

At 3,600 rpm, the Soleil 40 reached 22 knots with a total fuel consumption of 94.8 l/h.

At 4,300 rpm, speed increased to 32 knots, with fuel consumption at 109 l/h, equal to 3.7 liters per mile.

At 4,800 rpm, the boat maintained 37 knots while consuming 195 liters of fuel per hour.

At 5,500 rpm, the Soleil 40 delivered 47 knots, with engines consuming 245 liters per hour.

At 6,000 rpm, the maximum speed reached 51 knots, with fuel consumption recorded at 260 liters per hour.

The stepped hull, designed with Adam Younger, ensured smooth performance, early planing at 12.6 knots, and excellent stability even in tight turns.

The boat features Yamaha electronic throttles, Sea-by-Wire steering, and joystick control for precise low-speed maneuvering and effortless docking.

Deck layout includes large sunbeds, a convertible dinette, wide passageways, and an interior cabin with four berths and a separate bathroom.

The Salpa Soleil 40 combines comfort and versatility with high performance, offering both 30-knot cruising efficiency and thrilling 50-knot top speeds.


This video was published on The Sea Team YouTube channel.

This RIB brand shows up in more of the posted Salpa videos here on RIBsONLY.com.

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ENIGMA POWERBOATS: Built to Thrill, Born to Rule!

ENIGMA POWERBOATS: a New Friend of RIBs ONLY

And not just any one. I’m very proud to welcome the British brand to the RIBs ONLY Friends.

It’s a bold new name in the world of high-performance boating.

The action packed video says it all—pure power, precision handling, and RIBs in their element.

Watch these luxury machines come alive on the water.

They tear through waves and carve tight turns thanks to its race-proven hull. These actions show exactly what they’re made for.

This dynamic British brand is making serious waves with its uncompromising focus on speed, design, and engineering excellence.

Built for those who crave power and precision, Enigma Powerboats brings a fresh, adrenaline-fueled energy to the RIB community.

With aggressive styling, advanced technology, and a deep respect for the sea, Enigma is more than a brand—it’s a statement.

Stay tuned as RIBs ONLY dives deeper into Enigma Powerboats Ltd with Debbie Hood as CEO.

Their website is being revamped as we speak. I’ll get back to you as soon as it’s live.

In the meantime, watch that cool video again, like I just did.

Previously I brought this brand to your attention: See What I’ve Already Posted

It was published on the RIBs ONLY YouTube channel.

Proud to share that ENIGMA Powerboats is a Friend of RIBs ONLY.

Northstar Orion 8 Features and Performance Review

The “Adam Younger” Northstar Orion 8

The Norhtstar Orion 8 is a versatile, high-performance recreational Rigid Inflatable Boat or RIB.

It is manufactured in Turkey by Northstar which is a division of Marintek Group’s RibTech Division.

Positioned in the range of Northstar’s recreational RIB classes, it boasts a stepped hull.

This hull of this Northstar Orion 8 was designed by the renowned UK designer Adam Younger.

He is renowned for adapting his championship-winning racing powerboat expertise for consumer models.

Paired with a Mercury Verado 350 hp engine, the Orion 8 delivers outstanding performance and handling.

I’ve posted more videos of this Turkish brand: more Northstar news.

This video was published on the BoatTEST.com YouTube channel.

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