The new Ribquest 9m on test - Page 3

ribmech · 01 April 2010, 07:29

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Originally Posted by bedajim

So are you saying on computer shy Dave's behalf that the console in question was very very similar to an Outhill

Yes its obvious to seet that the console in question is similar, but similar is not the same, every panel is either different in dimension or in shape. I also know They are looking to develope another console to offer in the range to replace this one.

biffer · 01 April 2010, 07:42

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Originally Posted by ribmech

Yes its obvious to seet that the console in question is similar, but similar is not the same, every panel is either different in dimension or in shape. I also know They are looking to develope another console to offer in the range to replace this one.

i'm with you on this one, there's only so much you can do, after all a boats a boat, you can only alter the shape so much before it becomes unworkable, mine gets called a scorpion, with regards to the tubes, we have to agree to disagree on this one, my only hope that it's not going to be left in the water, it's bad enough antifouling a hull without having to do the tubes

Chris · 01 April 2010, 15:21

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Originally Posted by ribmech

A lot of Ribnet users Obviously have good knowledge and give good unbiased advise to people new to Ribing looking to make there first purchase. Others however can be tend to be blinkered by there own personal preferences and think all other brands but there own are not fit to be afloat.

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Originally Posted by tony t

heres my 2 pence worth ..
this is my 2nd ribquest and i wouldn't buy anything else they are a fantastic rib 1 of the best on the market the build quality is fantastic far better then most ribs i looked at so before you make any negative comments go give them a look over and try one you might be surprised how good they are
tony t

biffer · 01 April 2010, 17:22

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Originally Posted by tony t

heres my 2 pence worth ..

this is my 2nd ribquest and i wouldn't buy anything else they are a fantastic rib 1 of the best on the market the build quality is fantastic far better then most ribs i looked at so before you make any negative comments go give them a look over and try one you might be surprised how good they are (unless your welsh they never happy)

tony t

what ribs did you have before your two ribquest's?

Downhilldai · 01 April 2010, 17:30

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Originally Posted by biffer

what ribs did you have before your two ribquest's?

HUMBER P4VWL · 01 April 2010, 18:46

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Originally Posted by biffer

what ribs did you have before your two ribquest's?

You guys! Stop fishing, Tony showed the whole build for all to see and being fair it's a nice boat...... But numbers are by far the best!

HUMBER P4VWL · 01 April 2010, 18:47

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Originally Posted by HUMBER P4VWL

You guys! Stop fishing, Tony showed the whole build for all to see and being fair it's a nice boat...... But numbers are by far the best!

I mean Humbers!!!!

Poly · 01 April 2010, 20:21

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Dai, I think you're havin a Polwart moment.

quite rightly too... and even if its not Dave himself posting he should consider the positive PR he's (generally) getting on here and look at upgrading his "mouthpiece" to trade membership...

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Originally Posted by Downhilldai

Yeah, polly's been quiet of late, so someone has to stand-in from time to time.

Sorry new job has been distracting me from my role as RIBnet pedant.

spartacus · 01 April 2010, 20:54

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Originally Posted by tony t

heres my 2 pence worth ..

this is my 2nd ribquest and i wouldn't buy anything else they are a fantastic rib 1 of the best on the market the build quality is fantastic far better then most ribs i looked at so before you make any negative comments go give them a look over and try one you might be surprised how good they are (unless your welsh they never happy)

tony t

I'll throw my two cents worth in too.

I went down to Sheffield to see Ribquest's premises in October last year and Dave Rose took time out of his busy schedule to simply talk boats. This is a very small company, but they make a quality product, albeit more suited for the top-end rib enthusiast. Dave has responded to all my emails and calls and generally goes out of his way to accommodate you, which is more than can be said for Avon, or Tornado. I'm still waiting on brochures months after I contacted them for a specification sheet and price-list.

Regards the 9m Ribquest it does look a little low in the water. At this kind of size I'd probably go for a Parker, Zodiac Hurricane or Humber, if money was no object.

tony t · 01 April 2010, 21:03

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Originally Posted by biffer

what ribs did you have before your two ribquest's?

does it matter if i had 1 or 20 or none .......!!
give it a rest outhill or ribquest,s own ... similar or the same there's a difference
i brought a fantastic rib from a small new company that make quality ribs ..my choice
why dont you go and look at ribquest at the ribx show i,m sure they would be more then happy to talk to you about this.

willk · 01 April 2010, 21:20

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Originally Posted by Polwart

... and even if its not Dave himself posting he should consider the positive PR he's (generally) getting on here and look at upgrading his "mouthpiece" to trade membership...

oooh, I had goosebumps there!

biffer · 01 April 2010, 21:26

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Originally Posted by tony t

does it matter if i had 1 or 20 or none .......!!
give it a rest outhill or ribquest,s own ... similar or the same there's a difference
i brought a fantastic rib from a small new company that make quality ribs ..my choice
why dont you go and look at ribquest at the ribx show i,m sure they would be more then happy to talk to you about this.

i haven't said anything about console's, and as it happens i have been on a ribquest and i haven't knocked it in these posts, it does make a difference how many boats you've experienced, how can you make a comparision if you have only been on a few boats, you might think your boat is good but how would you know

chewy · 01 April 2010, 21:44

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Originally Posted by tony t

does it matter if i had 1 or 20 or none .......!!
give it a rest outhill or ribquest,s own ... similar or the same there's a difference
i brought a fantastic rib from a small new company that make quality ribs ..my choice
why dont you go and look at ribquest at the ribx show i,m sure they would be more then happy to talk to you about this.

Bit touchy.
As Biffer has already said he wasn't having ago, has adimitted his console looks similar to Scorpions but is different.

Obviously the more Ribquests you've owned the better you are to comment. Regards your previous RIBs it would would give everyone something to compare the Ribquest agianst.

willk · 01 April 2010, 21:54

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Originally Posted by biffer

how can you make a comparison if you have only been on a few boats, you might think your boat is good but how would you know

I am "on" my second Ribeye and, while I have no experience of different craft (other than my luxurious Sunsqueeker), I can confirm that they are a serious sea-boat. I say this in the full knowledge that while the various DIY ribsters and other self appointed "cognoscenti" on here will raise a full throated howl of scorn, my opinion is supported by several rib(eye) dealers of my unctuous acquaintance. I fully support the supporter in his brave and loyal stance vis a vis a fine brand and feel you should all fully engage in a productive bout of internecine warfare.

Regards, T.

(was getting bored since the Titanic thing)

willk · 01 April 2010, 21:58

fkk mee - dat wuz notte mee postyn dat borlix pls desreegaryd thee abboyfe

rong purrsowyna in controwl

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Chris · 01 April 2010, 22:06

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Originally Posted by willk

I am "on" my second Ribeye and, while I have no experience of different craft (other than my luxurious Sunsqueeker), I can confirm that they are a serious sea-boat. I say this in the full knowledge that while the various DIY ribsters and other self appointed "cognoscenti" on here will raise a full throated howl of scorn, my opinion is supported by several rib(eye) dealers of my unctuous acquaintance. I fully support the supporter in his brave and loyal stance vis a vis a fine brand and feel you should all fully engage in a productive bout of internecine warfare.

Regards, T.

(was getting bored since the Titanic thing)

Jesus you must be "mainlining" the old Lemonade now, for gods sake man stop before its too late

RibQ · 01 April 2010, 22:26

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Originally Posted by Polwart

quite rightly too... and even if its not Dave himself posting he should consider the positive PR he's (generally) getting on here and look at upgrading his "mouthpiece" to trade membership...

Sorry new job has been distracting me from my role as RIBnet pedant.

Gents, Up to now I thought it best to stay away from the forum as it seems to generate a lot of fuss. I think its only fair to Jon (Ribmech) at this point if I take the plunge.

I am happy to answer questions and I will take on board your views. We will hopefully !!have 3 boats at Ribex if we can complete them in time, A 6.3m, 7.8m and a 10m. You will be able to have a good look at the boats and we will be doing demo runs. People can then make there own minds up.

Dave Rose

Downhilldai · 01 April 2010, 22:28

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Originally Posted by RibQ

Gents, Up to now I thought it best to stay away from the forum as it seems to generate a lot of fuss. I think its only fair to Jon (Ribmech) at this point if I take the plunge.

I am happy to answer questions and I will take on board your views. We will hopefully !!have 3 boats at Ribex if we can complete them in time, A 6.3m, 7.8m and a 10m. You will be able to have a good look at the boats and we will be doing demo runs. People can then make there own minds up.

Dave Rose

Good on you, Dave.

tony t · 01 April 2010, 22:37

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Originally Posted by biffer

i haven't said anything about console's, and as it happens i have been on a ribquest and i haven't knocked it in these posts, it does make a difference how many boats you've experienced, how can you make a comparision if you have only been on a few boats, you might think your boat is good but how would you know

didn't mean u in particular biff but there's a few who do go on about it was in general

tony