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Old 05 June 2004, 22:21   #1
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Low Down On Rib-x 575

Any information regarding the Rib-X 575 would be appreciated...

Has anyone got one?

How do they rate it.....

Having seen one at Ribex on Friday, and about to buy one, all comments appreciated.....

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Old 06 June 2004, 07:41   #2
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Go for the 640SR (I assume that the RIB-X 575 you say is the FALCON 575SR).
Bigger/longer boat very easy to handle and is like a dream in the water We've got 6 of those
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Old 06 June 2004, 07:44   #3
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The 640 had a very good write up in Rib Inter. this month!
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Old 06 June 2004, 07:47   #4
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Didn't know that Nick, since I'm in Greece and the mag comes to my house in the UK. Great news for FALCON then
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Old 06 June 2004, 09:00   #5
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Got a 640 great boat, i would go for the bigger boat if you have room but if not i am sure the 575 is also a very good boat. worth reading the review in Rib Int..
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Old 06 June 2004, 18:57   #6
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The 575 is based on the 640's hull so should perform in a very similar way.
Too expensive if you ask me and only comes with a small fuel tank.
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Old 06 June 2004, 19:04   #7
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i am teaching on one in two weeks time for RIB X so will let you know what i think
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Old 06 June 2004, 19:37   #8
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Gazza,
I've got a 6.4 Rib-X with a 200 on the back - goes like a rocket, very pleased in all aspects handling in rough seas etc. I believe the hulls are very similar. - Go for it.
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Old 08 June 2004, 21:54   #9
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Thanks for all the info

Thanks for all the info on the 575......

Ive done the deal and gone for the Rib-x and a 90 hp Suzuki 4 stroke on the back

Hope Ive made the right choice.... New boat arrives Friday week.

Bang goes the life savings....
Many thanks again..

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Old 08 June 2004, 21:58   #10
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Quick delivery, let us see some photos when you get it & how you get on with it.
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