Was considering another Gemini 470 which personally I think are good value, but newly retubed Hypalon, similar size, same seating setup, hard to not consider in the equation.
It doesnt look like it has a large or sharp keel entry/deadrise, but then neither does the Gemini.
I have one with a jockey console. Goes well with a 50hp etec 2 up. Isn't exactly slammy but isn't the smoothest ride. I think it handles chop much the same as my sr4, the extra size compensates for the flatter hull. My friend has an sr5.4 and that is a different ball game. My storage would be very tight with anything longer so I ruled out anything 5m or up.
For my use in the solent on mostly good weather days it is exactly what I wanted. I liked my sr4 but it was a bit small and this boat is the perfect compromise solution. One day I'll get a big rib but for now this will do
I have a 4m one with 50hp 4 stroke.
For the last 6 years it’s been a fantastic family rib mainly been used in Salcombe and Poole.
Correct it is not a deep V but if the sea is flat it is like a hot hatch.
I’ve realised after being in other ribs that if I want to go longer distances comfortably I would go up to 6m plus as it’s the length with the extra beam that makes the difference.
However mine fits in a garage and is so easy to handle on the trailer that it’s a difficult debate.
We had decided this winter we were going to sell it to go bigger, but after 2 weeks in Salcombe we may change our minds.
