Visit to Ribquest

horizon43 · 28 August 2009, 14:44

Recently visited ribquest to discuss a possible upgrade to a 7m+ rib, while i was there i had a look at a new 4.8m that they had just completed ready to be shipped to the channel islands... This must be the ultimate sub 5m rib.. I was told it weighed over 800kg's inc engine (new suzuki 70) and apparently rides more like a 6m at 35knts!
My thoughts are to go for a 7.3m to be built over the winter, just got specs and colours to decide.

chewy · 28 August 2009, 14:47

Looks nice. Is there only one support on that radar reflector though? Can't see that staying attached long...

Poly · 28 August 2009, 15:07

Interesting if you had the money for 4.8m boat + £ 5000 for Ullman seats - would you go that way or go for the longer boat and normal seats?

chewy · 28 August 2009, 15:10

The 4.8m with normal seats and the £5000 for other things!
I know what you mean though.

horizon43 · 28 August 2009, 15:40

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Originally Posted by chewy

Looks nice. Is there only one support on that radar reflector though? Can't see that staying attached long...

i did mention that while i was there! it was not built as per drawing but they were going to modify/strengthen it before the boat was shipped out