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What Exactly Is a “Friend of RIBs ONLY”

In the world of boating enthusiasts, the Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) holds a special place.

Combining the sturdiness of a rigid hull with the buoyancy of inflatable tubes, RIBs offer unparalleled versatility and performance on the water.

And for those who are passionate about these remarkable vessels, there’s no better place to turn than RIBsONLY.com, a dedicated blog catering exclusively to RIB aficionados.

A Friend of RIBs ONLY comes highly recommended, as I’ll detail below. Their website links are conveniently available via the sidebar for your immediate exploration.

Why Does it Matter

In essence, a Friend of RIBs ONLY is more than just a purveyor of RIBs or resources (like Orca Retail), seatings (like Ullman Dynamics) they’re a trusted partner committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of your boating experience.

Quality You Can Trust

At the heart of the Friends of RIBs ONLY network lies a commitment to quality.

These companies aren’t just selling stuff—they’re curating a selection of top-tier vessels, resources and seatings crafted with precision and care.

From construction materials to engineering prowess, every aspect is scrutinised to ensure that only the finest products make the cut.

Client-Centered Service

But exceptional quality is only part of the equation.

What truly sets a Friend of RIBs ONLY apart is their unwavering dedication to client-centered service.

Whether you’re a seasoned captain or a first-time buyer, these companies prioritise your needs, offering personalised guidance and support every step of the way.

Standing Out in a Sea of Options

In a market flooded with choices, a Friend of RIBs ONLY stand out as beacons of reliability and integrity.

Their commitment to excellence, coupled with a second to none passion, ensures that every interaction is not just a transaction, but a journey toward unparalleled boating bliss.

So, whether you’re in the market for a new RIB, retubing, seatings or simply seeking advice from fellow enthusiasts, look no further than the Friends of RIBs ONLY network.

With their expertise and dedication, they’re ready to elevate your boating experience to new heights.

The Future of Glass Fibres by Jeroen Wats

The Future of Glass Fibres by Jeroen Wats @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
The Future of Glass Fibres by Jeroen Wats

Jeroen Wats, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at ExoTechnologies wrote this inspiring article on LinkedIn. Published here with permission.

The Future of Glass Fibres

March 27, 2023

Spreading news, creating awareness, awareness which leads to concern and concern which leads to action. We are on a pathway of changes. That is positive right? But how far are we…?

Recycling composites is a topic which grows attention and it is absolutely great news that some big yacht builders and wind turbine manufacturers are jumping on the recyclability aspect for their products in order to be “guilt free”.

So… are these developments “ground breaking”, “greenwashing”, or maybe something in the middle?

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RIBs Smaller Than 4 Meter 10 Brands with ChatGPT

RIBs Smaller Than 4 Meter 10 Brands with ChatGPT @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
Can ChatGPT help with listing up RIBs Smaller Than 4 Meter?

For an article on RIBs smaller than 4 meter worldwide, I thought ChatGPT could be of some assistance. If you’re not familiar with this conversational AI-tool, check out this page.

While the trend in the world of fantastic Rigid Inflatable Boats is leaning towards larger sizes, the “smaller” ones remain necessary, making entry into this world more accessible.

So 4 meter was my parameter number 1.

Will ChatGPT help me to provide a full list of RIBs smaller than 4 meters (great video by the way).

I started with a lot of enthusiasm and ran my query multiple times, adapting it to get the desired result.

I noticed that it was a mix of brands that differed from each other to a lesser extent. So I began to worry about the precision of the ChatGPT neural network even in this stadium.

Only when I pointed out that some information was incorrect did the tool excuse itself and provided more accurate information about RIBs smaller than 4 meter. That was awesome.

So I still had to “correct” the items in the list and added the links myself.

I learned that the formulation of the question must be very clear to get what you want. It’s like working with software developers.

It certainly wasn’t all doom and gloom; I really enjoy(ed) working with ChatGPT, albeit with some nuances in the answers. Privacy, safety, and copyright are certainly things to be aware of!

I really liked being able to have a conversation to delve deeper into the subject matter of RIBs smaller than 4 meter. This concept motivated me to keep going and achieve better results; in contrast to Google, for example.

That said, below is a 10-item list of RIBs smaller than 4 meter of worldwide brands.

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A Little History About the Scandinavian Inflatable Boat Club

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The Scandinavian Inflatable Club’s chairman Fred Lundberg in his Avon 5.4 m RIB circa 1988

Introduction

RIBs ONLY member Mårten Danielsson from Sweden contributes with the history of the now dissolved Scandinavian Inflatable boat Club which was active between the years 1988-2004.

He also translated previous articles that are interesting historically or other RIB stuff that is constantly current for which I’m very grateful. I am convinced that this is a really good idea to “secure” all this knowledge and hope you enjoy it too. The floor is yours, Mårten!

A little history about the Scandinavian Inflatable boat Club …

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Do the New Regulations Hack Towing Your RIB?

Vanclaes trailers and Gemini RIBs 2018 Route du Rhum
Vanclaes trailers and Gemini RIB

Will towing your RIB will become a problem in the near future? I need a new future oriented car to tow my RIB. But it’s a big problem nowadays due to new regulations.

Some day I will have to part from my 4×4 Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 D because of the emission standards. But it stil does what it’s made for. Do I really have to sell it now or wait?

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