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Scorpion Stealth RIB Always Great Performance

Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

Scorpion Stealth RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat)

The Scorpion Stealth RIB is built on the same hull as the Strike model, with superb performance.

It’s an older video (2012) but it says a lot of the famous British brand. The model is no longer available though. The current Serket model is most similar, in my opinion.

This video shows the awesome features of the RIB – a particularly spacious design with a wide back bench seat, plenty of storage space in a walk-in locker, and an incredibly comfortable sun bed platform – perfect for an unforgettable experience at sea!

In contrast to the Strike model this Scorpion Stealth is quite different due to its softer setup and a full-length bow tube.

This model has a useful storage section on the front deck plus you can turn it into a sun bed for an added relaxation spot.

The RIB has two jockey seats fitted as a standard, making it okay for a comfortable ride.

I can imagine you would like to see more videos of this brand. Go for it!

Scorpion Stealth RIB @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
Scorpion Stealth RIB

This video was posted on the ScorpionRIBs1 YouTube channel.

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Club del Gommone Magnificent Winter RIB Run

Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

On 9 February 2023, members of the Club del Gommone held a winter RIB run on the beautiful Lake Como in Italy to open the season.

This 52nd edition of the Invernale started this year from Vercurago at the Cantiere Bolis on Lake Garlate.

After leaving the boatyard, the group sailed north to exit Lake Garlate and, after a short stretch of the River Adda, entered Lake Como just in front of the city of Lecco.

From there, they went up the lake for about fifteen miles, passing Abbadia Lariana, Mandello, and heading for Punta Spartivento di Bellagio, recognizable by the cliff that separates the lake into two branches.

Near the cliff, as is tradition, they toasted with an auspicious aperitif to start the season.

Invernale 2023 Club del Gommone @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
“Invernale 2023 Club del Gommone”

After the aperitif in the water, they returned to Vercurago (around 14:00-14:30) for an additional aperitif, which by then will have become a snack, at the Bar Restaurant ‘Il Molo’ opposite the boatyard for the 2022 edition.

There was no participation fee.

As a good organiser some agreements were made:

  • On Lake Garlate, you may not exceed a speed of 10 knots.
  • Under the bridges along the stretch of river connecting the two lakes, you must not exceed 5 knots
  • On Lake Como, you cannot exceed 22 knots.
  • The boatyard has fuel.
  • Navigation communications channel 73.

Their other RIB Raids are impressive as well.

About Club del Gommone

The Club del Gommone is an association of pneumatic boat owners founded in Milan in 1970 with the aim of gathering all nautical pleasure enthusiasts and promoting nautical tourism. The Club organizes gatherings, raids, and competitions, and is non-profit and apolitical. The Club is known for its organization and educational initiatives, making it one of the most respected nautical clubs.

Where they are
Currently due to renovations, the temporary headquarters are at the Centro Pavesi Via Francesco De Lemene 3 Milan.
We meet two Wednesdays a month from 21:30 to 24:00

On the Web
www.clubdelgommone.it
www.clubdelgommone.com/forum
info@clubdelgommone.it
clubdelgommone@tin.it

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Inspiring Showreel by Highfield Boats of 2022

Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

This inspiring showreel transports me back to the fantastic immeasurable world of RIBbing.

Summer is the perfect time to take a break and explore the world around us. There is so much to see out there.

This year, why not go a step further and push your boundaries?

With a Rigid Inflatable Boat, you can dare to explore new places that you might have never seen before.

From remote islands to distant lakes and rivers, you can take your RIB out for an adventure that will help you expand your horizon.

So why not challenge yourself this summer and go beyond what you know? With the help of a Rigid Inflatable Boat, there’s no telling what kind of places you’ll discover.

Inspiring tropical island beach @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
Inspiring tropical island AI generated

This inspiring showreel by Highfield is sure to fill you with ideas and provide lots of motivation so that you can start creating the perfect summertime plans. From days in the sun to adventurous excursions, open up your world of possibilities for an unforgettable fun summer.

But above all, keep it safe!

Proud to share that Highfield is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

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Famous RIB Boat Show @ BMC 4 – 12 maart 2023

Karel Overlaet, Medianaut
Famous RIB Boat Show @ BMC 4 - 12 maart 2023
@ Brugge Marine Center

Experience the world of rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) at Brugge Marine Center’s RIB boat show from 4 to 12 March. Led by Kris Deraedt, explore their state-of-the-art selection of RIBs and discover why this type of boat has been growing in popularity.

2023

As every year, they have an extensive range of stock models available in our showroom, where you can choose both recent used RIBs and beautiful demo models.

The Boat Show’s collection

This winter’s selection of offers is extensive and varied, featuring a great range of second-hand RIBs from popular brands like Technohull, additional new stock models from Salpa and more famous brands like Highfield amongst others.

You can choose between no less than 4 different engines as well: Yamaha, Mercury, Suzuki and Honda.

Their team is as always ready for you at any time.

RIBs ONLY will be at this boat show.

Proud to share that Brugge Marine Center (BMC) is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

RIB Boat show @ BMC 4 - 12 maart 2023
@ Brugge Marine Center

About BMC

On May 1st 1987 the Deraedt family, were able to take over the Brugge Marine Centre. The years that followed were not only dedicated to reorganisation but also to the development of a robust marketing plan and the search for new market segments.

For several years now, Brugge Marine Centre is also one of the most flexible, fastest growing companies of its kind.

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The Day a Highfield Saved Mike Horn

Karel Overlaet, Medianaut

MIke Horn is a well-known professional adventurer with an amazing palmares. Together with his fellow explorer Fred Roux they were scaling an iceberg in the Arctic circle on august 3 in 2020.

A Highfield Saved Mike Horn…

This endeavour nearly ended in tragedy … fast forward to 04:16 and be a witness. A Honda powered Highfield Saved Mike Horn and his companion.

I’ve published another video of MIke Horn here.

Proud to share that Highfield is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.

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