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Old 24 August 2010, 20:51   #1
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Gemini Waverider 550
Anybody know what material the tubes are on these? I ve searched and searched but no luck.
Any experiences of this model?
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Old 24 August 2010, 21:08   #2
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Most likely Orca 866, but it could be 828 also.

http://www.pennel.fr/Pages/orca_fab_prod_spec.htm


I don't have any experience with the Waverider, but their SIBs are incredibly well built.
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Old 24 August 2010, 23:00   #3
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I bought one a few weeks ago.
The tubes are Hypalon, I would say around 1100 grade,
sadly mine had suffered some abuse, and were
beyond economical repair. Currently the boat is being retubed.
The rest of the boat looks bombproof, especially like the full length
aluminium keel guard and substantial keel.
Are you buying one ? or do you own one?
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Old 26 August 2010, 07:15   #4
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I saw one advertised which I could potentially be interested in, just wanted to check the tubes are hypalon.
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keep me posted... there are not many Gemini owners on here
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