Exciting News from Osprey Ribs

[whisper]

Originally Posted by PeterM

I just want to see the new boat...the whispermax......:-)

Love it

But do you really want another build thread?

[PeterM]

Originally Posted by whisper

Love it

But do you really want another build thread?

Yes...and I'll do another mini sr refurb thread...

[whisper]

Have you got it yet?

[PeterM]

Originally Posted by whisper

Have you got it yet?

Thursday if all goes too plan...

[MustRib]

Nigel / Alex
I dont know either of you, but have to admire your faith in the brand and courage at taking this on. I am sure you can make a go of it.
all the best
Andy

[Rogue Wave]

me too best of luck Its a top class product so you should do well



re that Falcon 8.2 I always thought it was a perfect size for a small commercial boat/pilot Rib. I remember suggesting to Mike that a wheelhouse would be an asset. Do you have any plans for that?

[gotchiguy]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

Why is that then?

I would explain but people might think I was Osprey bashing. If you want an answer then ask Mike the builder of the RIBs from whom "not really a leisure boat" is a direct quote.

[John Kennett]

Does that translate as "I don't know, but it's something I heard someone else say"?

[Daniel]

This is fantastic news. Such a cracking product, I wish the venture well.

[gotchiguy]

Originally Posted by John Kennett

Does that translate as "I don't know, but it's something I heard someone else say"?

No, I simply don't want to get drawn into a discussion that could be construed as negative when this thread has been set up to let the "massif" know about the latest goings on with the brand and most likely offer their good wishes to the new parties involved.

I formed my opinion on the Falcon in no small part due to Mike's, and I certainly bow to his superior knowledge. That his statement fits with everything else I have read and heard about the model and what I can draw myself from the specs is clearly not co-incidental.

[John Kennett]

Blimey. You're making it sound like there's something really wrong with it now!

[willk]

'ere, Gotchi, quit struggling and concentrate on keepin' yer head above water!

[matt h]

Gotchi. Shush for the second time!! Naughty boy go play wid ya crayons instead.

[whackywoody]

Nigel / Alex, I don't personally know you but I would like to say congratulations and good luck with a fantastic brand and boat.

I do know Mike having been introduced via another ribnobber and have seen his impressive hulls, work (grafts very hard) and is such a nice guy who has my recommendations!

Gareth

[Low Flyer]

Couldn't think of two better people to take the reins. Best of luck with this venture. I know what my next boat will be. Look forward to catching up soon.

[Chris]

Best of luck, both of you. It has been great to be able to help Mike keep things ticking over during the last few months and I would like to thank RIBnet for providing such a great platform for Osprey to thrive on, the Trade membership is certainly worth is weight in gold !

I look forward to seeing some great builds in future !

[matt h]

How exciting!! Admire your courage and faith in the brand, It will work this time if whispers boat was anything to go by. but no big fan-fair and intro this time as surely this is something to be proud of.

[Neil Harvey]

Do what Matt?

[matt h]

Bin taken over again Neil back in May. As its such an iconic British brand, Hope it goes from strength to strength with some fresh new ideas. Whispers boat was superb ,handled really well and enjoyed driving it.

[Mollers]

Now what? :-/