Turning an Outboard-powered RIB in a Tight Space

August 05 2022November 10 2025 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Tight Space? Hold My Beer

How to turn a boat with an outboard in a tight space by Motor Boat & Yachting.

Jon Mendez explains how it’s done. The outboard engine demonstrates the steering movements clearly.

Operators should always consider wind direction and strength when maneuvering.

The bow should be pushed through the wind for maximum control and space to reverse.

Boaters must be aware of safe and dangerous sides of the vessel.

Full steering angles should be used at every change of direction.

Steering should be combined with controlled forward and reverse for optimal maneuverability.

The wind can assist in positioning the bow.

When exiting narrow passages, operators should ease into neutral slowly.

The guiding principle is: steer first, engage gear second, and use neutral for the best turn.

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

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How to Dock a Single-Engined RIB – Motor Boat & Yachting

June 06 2022January 27 2026 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

First Rule: Take Your Time

When docking any boat, accurately assessing the wind is a crucial factor for executing a smooth maneuver.

Bringing a single-engined boat without a bow thruster alongside a dock presents a particular challenge, especially when handled solo.

Jon Mendez provides a clear and accessible explanation, guiding viewers through the process with practical insights.

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

Filmed and edited by Richard Langdon (http://oceanimages.co.uk/).

Don’t forget to check his video on how to drive a RIB in rough water.

Rigid Inflatable Boat GRAND Golden Line G850

September 29 2020February 05 2023 Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

With a length of 8.50 meters, the GRAND Golden Line G850 is a RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) suitable for both maritime tourism and for short or long walks on the sea, always with the design and quality that characterize the models of the Golden series.

The inflatable GRAND have won the trust of the Greek market with the support of the Greek Leadmar dealership. They are distinguished for their excellent aesthetics, airworthiness, finish and ergonomics.

The new GRAND G850 is a luxurious, large and spacious RIB that gives the feeling of being bigger than its real measures when you are inside.

The test boat wore a pair of black Mercury 200 Hp V6 black where it perfectly matched the overall black look.

The beautiful and balanced lines of the G850 give nobility and finesse to the whole deck. Designed with a Mediterranean layout, a large sundeck at the bow, and a comfortable P-shaped sofa at the stern.

In conclusion, the new G850 is a worthy successor to the Golden series, a RIB that does not go unnoticed, combining luxury and design. It is a boat with great comforts, finish, good cruising and unparalleled aesthetics, ideal for short or long walks with friends or family.