You’ve noticed small words separated by commas—what are they?
They’re “tags”, helping organize my content so you can easily find related posts.
Each tag links to all posts on the same topic, improving navigation and searchability.
For example, click “cabin” to see all RIBs with cabins or explore all how-to posts.
Try clicking a tag next time to try it—you might discover something interesting!
That’s why they’re there—just for you!
We give a big round of applause to all the entrants! We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who took part, helping make the second RIB photo contest a success again.
I want to express my deepest gratitude to the distinguished jury members. Their unwavering commitment, skill, and insight have been instrumental in making this celebration of nautical photography a success.
Some images didn’t make the cut. It’s worth noting if you’re considering entering next year’s contest. The reasons were :
The exceptional photographs or renderings capture the essence of RIBs in the most captivating and artistic ways.
The quality level of those that made it, was again high this year, setting great expectations for 2025.
Before diving in, I’d love to share this captivating photo along with its description below the photo. Something truly worth your attention.
Word from the author:
In the picture you can see my Northstar Orion 6, parked in the drive and my 13-year-old twins scrubbing the hull – one of them is lying under the boat. In the background – you can see me under the boat as well – leading by example.
Taking into account that I rarely get a chance to drive the boat as my twins do that all the time I think it’s only fair to teach them to clean the boat – no matter how hard it might be.
Hence the name of the picture: Teaching Responsibility.
These images scored between 30 and 67 points.
If your work didn’t make the cut this time, don’t lose heart. Use it as an opportunity to learn. Be inspired by the standout submissions.
Keep pushing your creativity and try again!
Mark your calendar: November 2025 is your chance to showcase your work in the photo contest!
Here’s a pro tip. Create a dedicated folder on your device. Use it to organize your photos or renderings (boat builders).
This way, you’ll be ready to send your entries quickly and hassle-free. Don’t miss the opportunity—start preparing today!
The much-anticipated RIBs ONLY RIB Photo Contest 2024 is underway.
The judges are now hard at work selecting the top entries.
The international jury is analyzing each photo for creativity.
They also look at composition and evaluate how well it captures the spirit of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs).
From dynamic shots of RIBs slicing through waves to serene scenes against breathtaking backdrops, the competition is fierce !
Judges aren’t just looking for technical skill—they’re seeking images that tell compelling stories of adventure and connection to the water.
Stay tuned as the judges unveil the most captivating RIB photos around mid December 2024 !
These were the winners and nominees of 2023 (video and article).
Our second photography competition on RIBsONLY.com is launching! We invite you to share your photos. Whether it’s a quick smartphone snap, a drone shot, or a polished professional photo, your contribution is welcome!
View the stunning video of all the winning photos from the inaugural 2023 edition. And here’s the full 2023 article.
Send your photo(s) to contest@ribsonly.com. You can submit a HEIC (iPhone), jpg or png. Each image should have a minimum resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. Any extra info about the photo, your gear … is welcomed by the jury.
It is imperative to create a filename like this to avoid any confusion. Only then, your entry is valid.
Do it like this:
Character of the Category – your full name – title of the image.
Example:
A – Lord Loxley – Fishing at dawn.jpg (or .png)
You can enter from November 1st 2024 until Wednesday, November 20th 2024 at 23:59, Brussels time.
A. Leisure Use
B. Professional Use of the RIB (like rescue, military, commercial (main income source), customs, police, marine biology)
C. Boat Builder Renderings
This year we give you the opportunity to shine even better. You can now enter 4 photos per category.
If you’re not familiar with our contest feel free to read the rules below prior to participating.
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