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Old 16 August 2014, 19:41   #1
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Hello from Sheffield

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A quick introduction to say what a sterling forum you have got here and I hope to gain more knowledge and share what I can in the future!

About me... A former sailing fanatic, not owned a rib yet but am on the hunt as we have a little place on the Norfok coast and a RIB has always been on my to buy list, but I am only just getting round to it!

Not going to be buying anything posh to start, but not a banger either.
Will be seeking knowledge as I go...

ebay may well be involved
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Old 16 August 2014, 19:54   #2
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Old 16 August 2014, 20:05   #3
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Hi folks!
A quick introduction to say what a sterling forum you have got here and I hope to gain more knowledge and share what I can in the future!

About me... A former sailing fanatic, not owned a rib yet but am on the hunt as we have a little place on the Norfok coast and a RIB has always been on my to buy list, but I am only just getting round to it!

Not going to be buying anything posh to start, but not a banger either.
Will be seeking knowledge as I go...

ebay may well be involved
Hi, I'm not far from you, a fellow inhabitant of the Peoples Republik Whatever you do, when it comes to buying your boat (if & when), ask the advice of the Collective BEFORE you buy, not after
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Old 16 August 2014, 20:11   #4
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yup welcome to the forum PD will tell all you need to know about chinese ribs
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Old 16 August 2014, 20:27   #5
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Thanks for the welcome guys

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The peoples republic indeed....

Will definitely post up here B4 purchasing rather than after...!

Does 5.5 -6.5 metres seem reasonable for carrying what will be 4 people at most I would think? (usually 2-3)

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Old 16 August 2014, 20:44   #6
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i would say so and stick to the main UK rib makers think of where you will use it etc
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Old 16 August 2014, 20:52   #7
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i would say so and stick to the main UK rib makers think of where you will use it etc
Welcome to Ribnet I have found it to be a first class forum

Which part of Norfolk?
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i would say so and stick to the main UK rib makers think of where you will use it etc
Ok cheers
Is there a buyers guide anywhere on the forum by any chance?

Seaflyer - thanks Brancaster in Norfolk
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Nope depends how big your pockets are
There's Redbay ! ribcraft ! Ribquest ! Humber for starters
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Might see you some time then. I usually go Morston or Blakeney.
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Might see you some time then. I usually go Morston or Blakeney.
Definately would be up for that when I'm up and running.
Think it would be much more fun with other boats

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