New rib??

[fjc2013]

I’m looking to sell me Avon 6.2m and replace with something within £26k.
I really like the look of the ribeye 785 or cobra 8m.

Thing I really like about the Avon is it’s a really good stable family boat and I don’t want to spend money on something what won’t match up.

What’s everyone’s thoughts on these or can anyone recommend something similar?

[Poly]

Why are you looking to upgrade?
Both those boats will easily match up to the Avon. In fact I think you will be pleasantly surprised. I can’t think of any mainstream ~8m rib generally popular in the UK that is not going to be a better ride and comfort than your current boat.

[Sutty]

I have had several Avon's and several Cobra's there is absolutely no comparison between then. The Cobras are more stable at rest, better sea keeping and generally much better , as any 8 mt RIB would be. Extra length = better ride, said the actress to the Bishop

[Lee argyle]

I’d agree, a 8m rib is a lovely size, had many enjoyable seasons on a Stingher 800 gt. Not sure your budget will give you a lot to choose from, but saying that this is https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Revenger-...cAAOSw7mNcfmrY local to me and quite a nice outfit. Good luck with your hunt

[fjc2013]

Thanks everyone, the answer are what I thought people would say. I do like my Avon but if it’s choppy then it does hit the waves hard.

We mainly use it for wake boarding kneeboarding and inflatables, I have a 150hp 2 stroke what isn’t the cheapest but isn’t to bad on fuel.
I noticed most 8m have 250hp 4 strokes on, obviously they will be heavier on fuel but is it drastically more?

[Lee argyle]

Mercury efi 25 - 40 - 50 - 75 - 90 - 115 - 150 - 175 - 200 - 225 - 250 - 350 hp SCi Verado Outboard Fuel Consumption Liters per hour | Portable 3.5 - 4 - 6 - 8 - 9.9 - 15 hp Will give you an idea on fuel usage, but more importantly, the bigger the engine the bigger the grin....... lol