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Elevating Technical Mastery Driving RIBs

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Mastering Technical Maneuvers!

When it comes to navigating Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs), technical skills are everything.

Whether you’re an experienced boater or a beginner, honing your ability to maneuver the boat safely is crucial.

In this blog post, Olivier Consorti, owner of “OLM Perfectionnement Mer Formée” breaks down the key targets of a technical training session.

I’ve posted many videos here of Olivier’s high-impact training sessions.

Editor’s Note

This technical training is unique in France.

The training is designed as guided learning through mistakes. It helps participants analyze their incorrect actions.

This occurs in an environment as close to reality as possible.

Accepting the physical consequences of interacting with waves is crucial and adapting to surrounding noise and shocks is important.

Adjusting driving techniques to the environment is also necessary.

There’s no shortcut. This cannot be learned from books or video tutorials.

It must be practiced in real conditions, in a suitable location, with the right equipment and a competent instructor.

Weather conditions can change throughout the day, and returning in rougher seas than at departure can be a stressful experience.

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

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Essentials for Safe Boating in Rough Waters

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

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How to Navigate in Rough Waters

Training for the sea requires a strong foundation in both theory and hands-on skills.

Venturing out safely, especially with loved ones, demands a well-rounded and proven knowledge of maritime conditions.

Being at the helm means handling any sea state with confidence and reliability—because the sea isn’t something to take lightly.

You, as a skipper, are responsible for everything and everyone on board. Check beforehand your for instance the safety equipment and the weather forecast. Verify the fuel and radio. Inspect the condition of your RIB and engine.

Ensure alarm signals and the fire extinguisher are ready to use.

It’s only logical to do it every time you go out, whether it’s in rough waters or as calm as a mer d’huile, as the French so beautifully put it.

If you need to know more, check out these articles:

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Mastering Raz de Sein on a Tide Coefficient of 105

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

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OLM Offers Training for Mastering Raz de Sein

OLM Permis Bateau is a training organisation for boating licenses.

I’ve published more great videos of RIBbing in this renowned area.

Christophe is in Plogoff with a clear goal. He wants to gain a better understanding of navigating the waters around Audierne.

He also aims to confidently cross the Raz de Sein (Brittany, France) safely with his small 90 hp Guppy.

It’s a great moment of awareness and responsibility while mastering Raz de Sein.

Christophe is honing his skills in this challenging area. This ensures he can handle the strong currents.

He can also manage the unpredictable weather conditions often found in this part of the coast.

His determination to navigate safely with a smaller boat like the Guppy shows his respect for the sea.

It also demonstrates his commitment to mastering the craft of seamanship.

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

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78-year-old Gérard on the Raz de Sein RIB Training

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

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Raz de Sein RIB Training in France

The OLM videos are often published on RIBsONLY.com (how-to-videos).

The organization offers various courses, often conducted in challenging sea conditions.

This often leads to the creation of exciting onboard videos for you to enjoy.

This level-2-training took place in the Raz de Sein, Ar-Men, France (Force 2 / Force 4)​.

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

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Level 1 Training in Les Glénan

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Training Video from France

Remember the very first time you took the helm? We all had to start somewhere. Maybe you had a mentor to guide you, or perhaps you enrolled in a practical course to learn the ropes.

In this video, Yoann and Pierre-Henri, organised by the French OLM, are determined to enhance their sailing skills and ensure safer voyages in the future. It’s all about safety first.

This training comprised four key experiences: docking, high-speed direction changes, understanding wind versus current dynamics, and experiencing the impact of the kill cord.

I’ve posted many more videos of these courses, primarily focusing on navigating in big waves.

Proud to share that RIBCRAFT UK is a Friend of RIBs ONLY.

Level 1 Training in Les Glénan @ RIBs ONLY - Home of the Rigid Inflatable Boat
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