Only in the USA is the RIB overlooked. In most parts
of the world, RIBs are the # 1 watercraft on the Ocean.
RIBs weigh significantly less than the equivalent boat, using far less fuel, requiring less horsepower, while holding significantly more weight.
The ride is equivalent to a Sports car, Dune Buggy & an SUV all rolled into one.
While flying from one wave top to the next, passengers will not smash into hard fiberglass sides on impact.
Even with damaged or deflated tubes, the RIB will not sink, nor will it damage other boats in tight harbor conditions.
With about 3/4 less maintenance required, one can see the total advantage of a Rigid Inflatable.
RIBs are designed for hardcore rough sea use along such coastal regions as the Bering Straits, Cape of Africa and Norway where the seas are treacherous, and life threatening.
Ribs range from 8’ roll up tenders for sail boats with 2hp outboards, to over 40’ Cabin Cruiser triple inboard Diesels of over 1,500 horsepower. Prices range from $3,000 to over $300,000.
