This Highfield DL640 dates from 2017. Designed in Australia and manufactured in China.
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RIB Photo Contest 2023 Crowns Its Winners
Truly Winners
Thrilling waves of anticipation have finally settled, and we’re delighted to unveil the extraordinary winners of the very first RIB photo contest, presented by the renowned blog RIBsONLY.com.
Huge Shoutout: Thank You, Jury
I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the esteemed members of the jury. Their invaluable dedication, expertise, and competence contribute immensely to our shared journey in celebrating nautical photography.
Categories that Ignited Imagination
In an exploration of the world of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs), our contest featured four captivating categories. While all were brimming with potential, the spotlight shone on three, each capturing a unique facet of RIB adventures – Leisure Use, Commercial Ventures, and the Artistry of Professional Photography.
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(more…)Single Outboard Joystick Control Demonstration
A Single Outboard Joystick Control System
The Yamaha single outboard joystick control makes boating easier and more fun.
This advanced technology, not new and mainly used on multiple outboard installations, makes the experience of docking much smoother and enjoyable.
The video demonstrates how easy and intuitive boat manoeuvring at low speeds can be with this system.
Thanks to this joystick, the captain can easily change the boat’s direction and speed with ease. This eliminates the need for extensive steering systems and makes docking even in challenging weather simpler.
It is suitable for both experienced and novice boaters making it more accessible to more people.
Pros and Cons
I know that many RIBbers swear by pure manoeuvring with the throttle and wheel and therefore don’t like this system very much.
It comes down to practicing the right skills. Some say it’s even useless with a single outboard installation.
For newcomers however who can afford this expensive “accessory”, it is a pleasant and easier way to dock.
But make no mistake, it needs a lot of practicing as well to build experience in different weather and water conditions.
This single outboard joystick control is not a panacea.
Here’s a short video of a captain demonstrating the joystick system on a twin Suzuki installation outboard and in this video you get an excellent drone view on docking with that system.
This video was published on the Ribeye YouTube channel.
Cruise into the Cool RIB Boatshow at BMC March 2023
BMC organizes a RIB Boatshow on their premises to provide you with the best selection of Rigid Inflatable Boats from top brands, including Technohull, Salpa, Capelli, Osprey, Highfield, BSC and more.
A RIB boatshow of this scale is unique in Belgium and will take place from March 4 to 12, 2023.
No matter what size and power you need they will be able to help you out.
Would you like to buy a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) but you are not sure how or where to start? Let this article inspire you in 10 thoughts.
Proud to share that Brugge Marine Center (BMC) is a good Friend of RIBs ONLY.
4/3/2023 RIB Run Mansual Forts With a Cool Bang
Once in a while I post news of a RIB Run. This one came to my attention and is really very well documented. So enough for me to publish it on RIBsONLY.com.
The event is organised by Miles Hill. Here is the information of this great RIB Run.
“This is very much weather dependant and its your call on what you consider to be safe conditions.”
This Is the RIB Run Route (Navionics)
Heading for a tour of the Mansual Forts (Red Sands, Shivering Sands, Knock John Tower, Roughs Tower aka Sealand), Dinner in Harwich (TBC) then returning via Clacton Pier for Fireworks around 21:00 before returning to Brightlingsea to recover.
Route is approx 90 nM and there is no provision to purchase fuel on route so you will need to carry sufficient for your vessel.
The legs from Clacton Pier to Brightlingsea will be in darkness, and you will require nav lights on the vessel.
Great trip to build hours especially night hours if required.
I’m awaiting clarification on the approximate time of the firework display at Clacton Pier. These are usually around sunset (17:40 on the day) but maybe a little later.
This is a cruise in company but you are responsible for your own passage planning, your boat must be adequate for such a trip and suitably equipped and provisioned.
If you’re unsure if this RIB Run is for you feel free to ask, happy to offer guidance if required.
Suggested equipment as advised by the RYA.
I will drive a Highfield RIB cruising around 20/25 kt.
I will be launching at Brightlingsea around 10:30 am at the top of the tide.
Published Tide Times for Brightlingsea on the 4th March 2023.
- 04:46 – 0.9 m
- 10:27 – 4.1 m
- 16:57 – 1.2 m
- 22:51 – 4.2 m
Brightlingsea
Brightlingsea Harbour is a very nice and easy launch, the local Harbour master does charge a nominal Harbour Due but the slipway is accessible for most of the tide on a solid base without fear of sinking.
There is a local business offering a tractor launch and recovery for £30 in and out but they will not be open for recovery after the fireworks unless you can prearrange this with them.
The Harbour master may have berths available overnight if required (pre-booking advised).
This is very much weather dependant and it’s your call on what you consider to be safe conditions.
Anyone is welcome to attend, please share and invite.