Gemini RIBS

[C2 RIBS]

Has anyone used/own a Gemini built Waverider 850? If so for what purpose and am interesting in their build and qualities etc. Pm me if you need to
gemini-inflatables.com

http://www.gemini-evo.com/wordpress/waverider%20850.pdf

[mitchc]

Not quite a 8.5, but we've got a 6mtr wave rider. It's built like a tank!
Handles every thing I've thrown at her with ease. generally a very dry hull due to the reverse chines, my only grip is that she's got a relatively "low" bow compared to some of the uk designed ribs so you have to be a little more careful not to stuff the nose!
Interestingly it's got coke bottles bonded inside the hull to give extra buoyancy in case she's totally swamped,,,.
It's also got a metal keel strip to protect the hull when nosing up to beaches.
All in all very very pleased with, and part from the low bow wouldn't change a thing!

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[Ribshop]

Ian give me a bell on Tuesday and I can give you the full lowdown. Only two I know of imported into the UK and one of them was stolen. Great boats. Built like a brick out house!

[Fizzwizz]

I have a Gemini Waverider 600 too. Mine was built as a search and rescue boat. I can echo the above poster's comments that it is built like a tank. I agree also about the slightly lower bow, but I've been in some pretty rough chop and its never been an issue.

Mine has twin 90hp yamaha 2 strokes. She's very agile and fast, but also surprisingly economical and quiet as 3,200 rpm has her flying along.

[Roflhat]

Gemini build the zapcats as well, the only company to offer them in hypalon. Generally they're considered the toughest of all the brands making thundercats, although slightly heavier

[Searider]

I know of a 730 with 225hp Opti coming up for sale soon.