University of Portsmouth Sailing Club Ribcraft 4.8

Jimbo · 19 July 2005, 23:55

Well, it's here! The brand shiny new ribcraft 4.8 was picked up by myself on Monday, and the tide being reasonable was promptly taken out to start the run in. We've put 4 1/2 hours on her since then, and these are some of the pics from her maiden voyage Monday night.

Jimbo · 19 July 2005, 23:56

And some more

Jimbo · 19 July 2005, 23:58

Ok, last lot (Promise, although I do have another 120 photos, and 4 videos...)

Louise · 20 July 2005, 00:05

Congratulations Jimbo & Portsmouth Uni Sailing Club! She looks the business.

Jimbo · 20 July 2005, 12:24

Cheers Louise, she handles the business too!

ADS · 20 July 2005, 13:42

Looking good Jimbo, I hope your going to let someone else have a go! Looks like your going to hog it

Alex

ollyit · 20 July 2005, 15:20

looks good jim! -

enjoy, u students got it nice

Jimbo · 20 July 2005, 15:38

I've already let 6 other people drive it! Only for 30s a time though...

Olly, when you next out in Langstone Harbour? We'll come and play!

Daniel TD5 · 20 July 2005, 16:15

jimbo

what engine is on the back

looks good
dan

Jimbo · 20 July 2005, 16:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel TD5

jimbo

what engine is on the back

looks good
dan

It's a mariner 60hp 4-stroke BigFoot.

I keep getting moaned at for getting a 4-Stroke rather than a speedy 2, but it will pay dividends in fuel economy and towing!

Andy · 21 July 2005, 23:51

Excellent news guys, glad you have a replacement ready for next year. The Uni is on the up!! After the theft of our two boats both the Sailing Club and Diving Club are now sorted!! Here are some pics of the Diving Club RIB in plymouth last weekend: