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Old 09 September 2013, 20:05   #1
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Noob advice
After much lurking I've finally taken the plunge and bought our first RIB it's a Humber Assault from evil bay.
Any advice and thoughts on this for a first family boat gratefully received.


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Old 09 September 2013, 20:08   #2
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My advice is to make sure everything works, get the motor serviced, buy some safety gear and a VHF then get out and enjoy yourself. Welcome aboard!
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Old 09 September 2013, 20:12   #3
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What GJOKYZ says enjoy and welcome to RIBnet.

Where will you be launching from ??
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Old 09 September 2013, 20:16   #4
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We keep our caravan on the Llyn Peninsula so Pwllheli area or Nefyn/Trefor.
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Old 09 September 2013, 20:19   #5
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As the othersd advised, in addition dump the strap over the tubes!! Use the rear towing eye's to strap her down
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Old 09 September 2013, 20:21   #6
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We keep our caravan on the Llyn Peninsula so Pwllheli area or Nefyn/Trefor.
There are quite a few of us that launch from Chris's at Ty Calch Caernarfon, and the best bit is you do not need to register with the council and Chris charges £16 for tractor launch and recovery.
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