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Are RIBs Suitable for Long-distance Cruising?

Essential Thoughts for Long-Distance Adventures

Maybe you’re just like me, eager to set out with your RIB and explore new horizons.

Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) have surged in popularity recently, thanks to their adaptability, resilience, and superior performance across various marine settings.

Often praised for their stability, manoeuvrability, and capacity to tackle rough waters, RIBs are a common sight in recreational boating, fishing trips, rescue missions, military contexts and so on.

But can these nimble crafts endure the challenges of long-distance cruising?

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254Kplus Views Most Successful Video on my YouTube Channel

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Rough RIB Ride Video Produced 254Kplus Views So Far

A standout video on my YouTube Channel has soared to unprecedented heights with more then 254 thousand views.

It has become a true sensation. It’s a Zodiac Milpro™ SRR 1100. Nuff said!

This captivating footage encapsulates the thrill and adventure of RIBs and the genuine craftsmanship of the skipper shines through.

Explore these videos to learn the art of mastering big waves and currents.

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Impressive RIB Improvement Course for Rough Seas

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Richard, traveled to Saint Alban de Roche (F) to familiarize himself with wave crossing techniques on February 1, 2020 in the Raz de Sein (Brittany).

He has held a boating license since 1992 and he has a RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat). He therefore has a certain mastery of the boat, of the management and of the trim.

He questioned himself to do this improvement training in rough seas in order to feel more at ease in the analysis, the know how on decision-making as skipper.

FYI, it’s a RIBCRAFT 5.85 motorized with an Evinrude 150 HO in 2 strokes.

Two RIBs at the Boca Raton Inlet (USA)

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

A Zodiac MilPro™ RIB and a big Sacs RIB navigate at the Boca Raton Inlet is located on the East Coast of Florida 24 miles south of West Palm Beach and 16 miles north of Ft. Lauderdale near Intracoastal.

The skipper of the Milpro™ seems confident and masters the waves in a calm and well-thought-out manner.

Thanks to Boat Zone.

Zodiac Hurricane™ ZH-940 Yamaha Powered

Karel Overlaet, RIB Advocate

Considered one of the finest RIBs on the planet, the Zodiac Hurricane range are the only boats used by discerning operators who need ruggedness and reliability.

Zodiac Milpro™ has more than 20,000 boats in daily use by over 80 military forces across the globe.

RIBs combine rigidity and speed with the security, stability, comfort and light weight qualities of traditional boats.

True “go anywhere” boats, they provide exceptional marine qualities combining a low centre of gravity to a deep V hull and a stabilizing buoyancy tube.

The patented MACH II (Military Air Channeled Hull II) hull design reduces resistance and enhances directional stability for increased speed, fuel economy and safety.

The hull is the most important part of the RIB.

Zodiac Hurricane™ offers high-speed RIBs since 1982. For more info follow this link.

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