Brig Eagle 6.7

[SpyderMatt]

Anyone got any particular views on these?
Tbh I had discounted Brig as a “leisure brand” but by coincidence popped into WolfRock in Devon a few weeks ago and was really impressed by the 6.7. Great space, sun longer in the bow that could be nice on certain days out, fold out table behind front bench again useful for those relaxing days out, neat mono tow mast, 175/200 Suzuki options. Fit and finish was top notch at least to my eyes and a lot cheaper than UK manufacturers ( unfortunately…)
Any known downsides ?.

[Maximus]

Originally Posted by SpyderMatt

Anyone got any particular views on these?
Tbh I had discounted Brig as a “leisure brand” but by coincidence popped into WolfRock in Devon a few weeks ago and was really impressed by the 6.7. Great space, sun longer in the bow that could be nice on certain days out, fold out table behind front bench again useful for those relaxing days out, neat mono tow mast, 175/200 Suzuki options. Fit and finish was top notch at least to my eyes and a lot cheaper than UK manufacturers ( unfortunately…)
Any known downsides ?.

Not a huge fan myself materials manufacturing and design (IME don't) match the to UK made RIBs....(hence price)
I'd go good used UK in preference for same money ...and for long term...value retention included ...
but sounds like you're half way there!

[hyndlandguy]

I got a Brig Eagle 8 from Wolf / Rock Marine. with Suzuki 350 duo prop. Absolutely superb and no issues after 12 months use. Looks great, handles great, performance superb. Highly recommended from me.

[lakelandterrier]

It all cepends on what you want to do.
There are plenty of happy Brig owners out there and I can see for beach hopping, picnics etc they may be a very good family boat. If you want to go out in inclement weather or do longer cruising, a UK marque which may less"fancy" but of a more robust build may be more suitable.
I'm sure some Brig owners will express their views.

[hyndlandguy]

Originally Posted by lakelandterrier

It all cepends on what you want to do.
There are plenty of happy Brig owners out there and I can see for beach hopping, picnics etc they may be a very good family boat. If you want to go out in inclement weather or do longer cruising, a UK marque which may less"fancy" but of a more robust build may be more suitable.
I'm sure some Brig owners will express their views.

I'd disagree with this. I use my Eagle 8 on the north Cornish coast, and have been out in some very wild stuff. The boat has never missed a beat and can certainly handle more than I can. It should not be classed just as a family boat or cruiser. It's perfectly capable of handling big seas.

[lakelandterrier]

I'm not dissing Brigs at all.
From those I have seen they apppear to designed more for family leisure use than some of the UK brands which may be more utiliterian in design, have been dexigned for the seas around tne UK and have evolved from more commercial applications.
Brigs have many good features that boats like Ribcrafts and Humbers don't, but I know which I'd prefer to out in if things did get a bit hairy. Just my opinion.

[SHALDON PETE]

Hi now on my third Brig very happy with everything Except a cleat in the bow would all I would add .back up from dealer Wolf Rock the best
Watched 6.7eagle with 350 cruise in Shaldon drive on each vital and then reverse amongst swimmers stu and boats staggering skill by the helm and the over the bar thru the white caps No other rib ventured out what ever their brand.
I think the success of Brig has raised negative comments from the traditionalists who resent the huge growth of new owners and their families
Cheers
Shaldon Pete. Cee Gee

[willk]

Originally Posted by SHALDON PETE

I think the success of Brig has raised negative comments from the traditionalists who resent the huge growth of new owners and their families

I can't agree SHALDON PETE - I think that Brig owners should get even bigger if they want and have as many crotch goblins as they can manage....

I just think that the RIBs are cheap, over glitzy dross that I wouldn't waste the contents of my bladder on.

All IMHO, natch.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by willk

I can't agree SHALDON PETE - I think that Brig owners should get even bigger if they want and have as many crotch goblins as they can manage....



I just think that the RIBs are cheap, over glitzy dross that I wouldn't waste the contents of my bladder on.



All IMHO, natch.

You’ve been aching to use “Crotch Goblins” :ROFL:

[willk]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

You’ve been aching to use “Crotch Goblins” :ROFL:

I have. I noted your approval previously and added it to my collection. Someone at work asked me what I was referring to and I had to translate it as "Bread Snappers raised on a high fat diet"

[Fender]

Originally Posted by willk

I just think that the RIBs are cheap, over glitzy dross that I wouldn't waste the contents of my bladder on.

All IMHO, natch.

So your sat on the fence regarding Brig's..........................

There's a lot of the Brig / Highfield style boats on the water in and around the Solent, I just wonder about there longevity, local to me a few have required tube repairs only a few months old

[TmMorris]

We were alongside one on the Solent queuing for ice creams a while back and the chap had brought it up from his pad in Salcombe. He was out with his parents and a couple of children along with the other half and a dog. The seating set up seemed ideal for a family boat where the intent was to pop to nice places for a spot of lunch. It's clearly a brand aiming at the burgeoning leisure market and not attempting to resemble a work boat or a Channel hopper.

[Poly]

Originally Posted by SpyderMatt

Anyone got any particular views on these?
Tbh I had discounted Brig as a “leisure brand” but by coincidence popped into WolfRock in Devon a few weeks ago and was really impressed by the 6.7. Great space, sun longer in the bow that could be nice on certain days out, fold out table behind front bench again useful for those relaxing days out, neat mono tow mast, 175/200 Suzuki options.

sounds like you are looking for a leisure brand rib... not sure why would would discount them if all the bits I've highlighted in bold are things you see as significant selling points?

Any known downsides ?.

other than the sun lounger, fold out tables, and a single pole for a tow mast? then you are just getting on to subjective stuff like quality, longevity, fashion, marketing approach etc.

Originally Posted by Fender

There's a lot of the Brig / Highfield style boats on the water in and around the Solent, I just wonder about there longevity, local to me a few have required tube repairs only a few months old

I think you are doing highfield a disservice by lumping them in with Brig. In fairness to Brig (not something you'll hear me say often) tube repairs doesn't necessarily mean the product was defective - it could well be operator error that's causing the damage. They attract people with a wadge of cash (or good credit rating) rather than necessarily much experience.

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by Fender

……There's a lot of the Brig / Highfield style boats on the water in and around the Solent…..

Aye, they’re the only ones able to handle the “Solent Chop” ….

[willk]

Originally Posted by Fender

So your sat on the fence regarding Brig's..........................

There's a lot of the Brig / Highfield style boats on the water in and around the Solent, I just wonder about there longevity, local to me a few have required tube repairs only a few months old

There was a lad on here called Richard (office888) who repaired inflatables in the US - he reckoned the Brigs there suffered glueing issues from a few years old. He didn't rate them.

I had some personal issues with an importer previously, which I find myself disinclined to forgive. Oh, here's that link, again:

https://www.rib.net/forum/f50/brig-h...tml#post654739

[Fender]

Originally Posted by Poly

I think you are doing highfield a disservice by lumping them in with Brig. In fairness to Brig (not something you'll hear me say often) tube repairs doesn't necessarily mean the product was defective - it could well be operator error that's causing the damage. They attract people with a wadge of cash (or good credit rating) rather than necessarily much experience.

Nothing to do with operator error - seams / tapes / handles requiring regluing from new, like anything - I guess products are made to a price..............

[Nos4r2]

Originally Posted by willk

There was a lad on here called Richard (office888) who repaired inflatables in the US - he reckoned the Brigs there suffered glueing issues from a few years old. He didn't rate them.

I had some personal issues with an importer previously, which I find myself disinclined to forgive. Oh, here's that link, again:

https://www.rib.net/forum/f50/brig-h...tml#post654739

Are we on the sheep in suspenders pics again?

[SpyderMatt]

Originally Posted by Poly

sounds like you are looking for a leisure brand rib... not sure why would would discount them if all the bits I've highlighted in bold are things you see as significant selling points?

other than the sun lounger, fold out tables, and a single pole for a tow mast? then you are just getting on to subjective stuff like quality, longevity, fashion, marketing approach etc.


I think you are doing highfield a disservice by lumping them in with Brig. In fairness to Brig (not something you'll hear me say often) tube repairs doesn't necessarily mean the product was defective - it could well be operator error that's causing the damage. They attract people with a wadge of cash (or good credit rating) rather than necessarily much experience.

Plenty of feedback, some useful some not so…but thanks all.
Let me just clarify - I’m sure like many folks that peruse these forums im trying to find the Ideal blend of middle ground rib.
I have a wife/ kids that want the leisure piece, a table & sun pad is useful let’s be honest for the leisure days moored out by Old Harry rocks etc, whilst at the same time I hope to do round the Isle of Wight, longer south coast trips etc, solo maybe, so the last thing I want to be in is anything not up to lumpy seas should things turn, as they often do.
Quality build is clearly desired and good residuals also factor in ones decision making process,
.
Problem I have with say Ribcraft/XS is they really are so basic with no frills at all, Cobra are now silly money IMO, Rib-eye are Marmite I’m not entirely sure why (as in factual logical argument) then I popped into Wolf Rock and I thought I’d pop a post up

[Pikey Dave]

Originally Posted by SpyderMatt

Plenty of feedback, some useful some not so…but thanks all.

Let me just clarify - I’m sure like many folks that peruse these forums im trying to find the Ideal blend of middle ground rib.

I have a wife/ kids that want the leisure piece, a table & sun pad is useful let’s be honest for the leisure days moored out by Old Harry rocks etc, whilst at the same time I hope to do round the Isle of Wight, longer south coast trips etc, solo maybe, so the last thing I want to be in is anything not up to lumpy seas should things turn, as they often do.

Quality build is clearly desired and good residuals also factor in ones decision making process,

.

Problem I have with say Ribcraft/XS is they really are so basic with no frills at all, Cobra are now silly money IMO, Rib-eye are Marmite I’m not entirely sure why (as in factual logical argument) then I popped into Wolf Rock and I thought I’d pop a post up

If you like it & it suits your needs & budget, then go for it. Not my cup of tea, but I’m more of the basic rugged kinda guy. So horses for courses.

[lakelandterrier]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

If you like it & it suits your needs & budget, then go for it. Not my cup of tea, but I’m more of the basic rugged kinda guy. So horses for courses.

I agree with PD - as per my first post. If it suits your needs - and very importantly your family's and budget- go for it. Wolf Rock have a good reputation as a dealer if something is not right. I see the attraction of Brigs with picnic tables, sun pad,bathing steps etc...for a beach hopping leisure use.
I'm sure it will do IoW safely (however you define safe weather parameters).

Like PD I'm more of the rugged person wanting a VERY seaworthy boat that I'll do distance on in maybe challenging conditions, not a mobile sunny day picnic / sunbathing / swim platform as the key elements. If that was my buying criterion I wouldn't have bought a Ribcraft

Nothing wrong with either use, so define what you want to use a the boat for and buy accordingly. Do however get a boat you will use, not one that's not used because what you buy doesnot fit your and your family's expectations / enjoyment.

I'd advise sea trialling - with your family - a few marques before parting with a lot of money.

Good luck, let us know what you decide / buy.

LT