New RIB for 2011....

[Cookee]

Here you go!

[ecoXR24]

Martin,

We'd be very pleased to build an Eco XR24 to your spec. 7.2m hull with proven track-record in heavy conditions. Our new lightweight construction will make it fuel efficient and we can fit it with outboard or diesel inboard. The deck isn't as beamy as many RIBs, but the extra length would make up and there's a lot of storage space. We're just laying up a demo boat at the moment.

http://www.eco-marine.co.uk/index.htm

[EdPed]

Why not consider a british Rib, with dealer back up on both Guernsey and Jersey.
May I recommend a Redbay. Built in N Ireland and distributed by myself at MRL in Southampton through my dealer network.
I can offer either our Stormforce 6.1m, 6.5m or 7.4m.
You have the choice of inboard or outboard.
For safety why not go for something like a 6.5m with a pair of 90hp engines or a 7.4m with a pair of 115hp engines.
Look at the range on either www.mrl-uk.com or www.redbayboats.com
We have demonstration models that you can try.
If you are looking for bigger I have a new Stormforce 8.4 S in stock with a Suzuki 300hp engine fitted, zero hours.
Regards
Ed

[chewy]

What about Willk's boat, thats up for sale in January, 6.5m with twin 90 etecs.

[gotchiguy]

Originally Posted by ecoXR24

Martin,

We'd be very pleased to build an Eco XR24 to your spec. 7.2m hull with proven track-record in heavy conditions. Our new lightweight construction will make it fuel efficient and we can fit it with outboard or diesel inboard. The deck isn't as beamy as many RIBs, but the extra length would make up and there's a lot of storage space. We're just laying up a demo boat at the moment.

http://www.eco-marine.co.uk/index.htm

I do like the look of that hull...

[willk]

Originally Posted by Mollers

What about Willko's RB?

Originally Posted by chewy

What about Willk's boat, thats up for sale in January, 6.5m with twin 90 etecs.

Thanks lads, but I think Malteaser has something a little, um, newer (and ex-VAT) in mind - the willkcraft is 10 years old, albeit with younger injuns etc.

No, I'll leave the sales work to the excellent EdPed, after all, he's "paid up" in every sense, but I won't leave without suggesting something like the 7.4m Redbay Survey RIB. It has a big forward deck for work/diving or with bolt on pods, this space could be used for 8 passengers, ono.

[Pablo]

I'd go for a Rib ... craft or tec, take your pic

[Erin]

Originally Posted by malthouse

Capable.
With the overfalls and big tides the boat needs to take a bit of sea, be agile at all speeds and capable of making passages of 60nm in a range of weather. I guess this also implies a minimum size of 6.5m?

I agree that 6.5m is the minimum sensible size, but I would say that wouldn't I.

If weed growth and drying moorings weren't a problem for me, I'd seriously consider an inboard if I was upgrading and going 7m or over. Fuel is only ever going to get more expensive, and I wouldn't fancy carting 100's of litres of petrol from Blanchards every time I wanted to fill up. The alternative, otherwise, is that every time you travel somewhere you will have to make sure your destination has a fuel berth and that it's open.

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by Erin

Fuel is only ever going to get more expensive, and I wouldn't fancy carting 100's of litres of petrol from Blanchards every time I wanted to fill up.

We have not found petrol to be too much of a millstone, the only time it was an issue was just before the last UK trip - went to St Peter Port a couple of days before to fill up + cans for the return.

Diesel is a nice to have, but deck space is a higher priority as is a good cruising speed.

[martini]

Originally Posted by malthouse

deck space is a higher priority

8.5m it is then

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by martini

8.5m it is then

Deck space, not helicopter landing space!

[havener]

Given the winter conditions you can get down there, I'd personally look at a Delta...

[victoraspey]

Why not look at a ribcat. We do a 6.6 hysucat. The catamaran hull has a lot of room and is extremely roomy. The ride is soft and economical and attracting commercial interest in the light of shock mitigation legislation. They were originally developed for military use and a few years ago I believe it was one of only 2 ribs that completed a rib race in S. Africa in dire weather. Why not give it a try?

www.motorcats.com

[willk]

Originally Posted by victoraspey

and attracting commercial interest

That can happen...

POLWART!

[Poly]

Originally Posted by victoraspey

and attracting commercial interest

Originally Posted by willk

That can happen...

POLWART!

Victor, I think what Willk is trying to say is, "please could you read the thread on commercial posting and then either join as a trade member or refrain from peddling your wares".

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by havener

Given the winter conditions you can get down there, I'd personally look at a Delta...

[victoraspey]

Originally Posted by Polwart

Victor, I think what Willk is trying to say is, "please could you read the thread on commercial posting and then either join as a trade member or refrain from peddling your wares".

Sorry - did not know about trade posting. Lots of people in the trade seemed to be posting and I could not resist.

[Starovich]

Posting as Trade is OK, I think you need to sign up as a trade member is all, then i believe its fine to pedal your wears.
If you look under the posters name on the left, it will let you know the membership status.

[willk]

Originally Posted by Starovich

it will let you know the membership status.

Generally....

[Andre]

I think it is high time to bring this thread back to life again.

Malthouse , how are you getting on with your RIB search?