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29 October 2012, 23:50
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RIB handling
I would like to suggest the inclusion of a "RIB handling" section on the site for those that have specific handling tips or queries.
Thanks,
Al.
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30 October 2012, 01:02
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Isn't that a normal part of ribs and ribbing
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30 October 2012, 08:54
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Is there a danger that a 'RIB handling' section might run the risk of morphing into a 'Willy waving' section? (other genitalia is available, just used for illustrative purposes) 
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30 October 2012, 12:09
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You might get a better class of tip if you restricted the advisors to Instructors, Lifeboatmen and of course Moderators. 
To be honest it's kinda hard to explain the nuances of Rib handling without being there. if you want to master slow speed handling then strap a load of fenders on and bash some pontoons for a couple of days you will certainly get a good feel for your boat them.
If It's high speed handling you are after give some money to Neil Holmes
If theres a specific issue the post a query I'm sure you will get some advice
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30 October 2012, 12:54
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rogue Wave
You might get a better class of tip if you restricted the advisors to Instructors, Lifeboatmen and of course Moderators. |
I Agree.
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30 October 2012, 12:58
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Not too sure about that. I'm sure all the instructors on here are top notch but some of the instructors I've had have been pretty poor.
It's a good idea for a section though as I'd like to learn from others experiences.
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30 October 2012, 23:22
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Originally Posted by Rogue Wave
You might get a better class of tip if you restricted the advisors to Instructors, Lifeboatmen and of course Moderators. |
I think, Smartypants, that Al had perhaps intended to GIVE us some advice, not ask for it - you should try to keep up
He's a Greenpeace RIB-driver! 
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02 November 2012, 18:29
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Originally Posted by willk
I think, Smartypants, that Al had perhaps intended to GIVE us some advice, not ask for it - you should try to keep up
He's a Greenpeace RIB-driver! |
Not just a driver but instructor as well. Hence why I'm always eager for new input and ideas in order to improve our standards.
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02 November 2012, 19:08
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I think, Smartypants, that Al had perhaps intended to GIVE us some advice, not ask for it - you should try to keep up
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What I have seen of some greenpeace boat skills I am not sure thats a good idea!!
IMHO I do not think its a good idea to have the section I agree with previous posters that would become a bragging session with no back up and it should be a part of rib & ribbing. Just my tuppence worth that I now have of my chest 
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02 November 2012, 19:57
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I think, Smartypants, that Al had perhaps intended to GIVE us some advice, not ask for it - you should try to keep up
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Originally Posted by Al Baker
Not just a driver but instructor as well. Hence why I'm always eager for new input and ideas in order to improve our standards.
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Al your PR suy don't seem to be dancing to the same drum as you. 
I couldn't agree more with you about constant improvement. 
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02 November 2012, 20:34
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Originally Posted by Razorbill RIBs
Is there a danger that a 'RIB handling' section might run the risk of morphing into a 'Willy waving' section? (other genitalia is available, just used for illustrative purposes) |
Wise words it seems.
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02 November 2012, 23:17
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"Not just a driver but instructor as well"
we are indeed blessed!
"Willy waving' section"
reckon you're right
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03 November 2012, 09:14
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Al Baker
I would like to suggest the inclusion of a "RIB handling" section on the site for those that have specific handling tips or queries.
Thanks,
Al.
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Plenty of Books and videos on this already .
Tim
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03 November 2012, 09:16
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Plenty of Books and videos on this already .
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But you could say that about the topic of every question raised on this forum.
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03 November 2012, 09:23
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But you could say that about the topic of every question raised on this forum.
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Yes very true sometimes good advice does come from rib net from peoples experiences and lessons learnt.
But to have a self promoting section on rib handling is not a good idea .
Tim
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03 November 2012, 11:09
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Originally Posted by tim griffin
Yes very true sometimes good advice does come from rib net from peoples experiences and lessons learnt.
But to have a self promoting section on rib handling is not a good idea .
Tim
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Yes Tim support you all the way on that
Sent from my iPhone using Rib.net
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