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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 04 July 2015, 22:38
Replies: 12
Views: 2,441
Posted By manonthemoon
6hp on my 3.2 Sib with fuel tank fishing gear and...

6hp on my 3.2 Sib with fuel tank fishing gear and anchor pops onto the plane no probs. 17mph wot.

Motm
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 May 2014, 17:14
Replies: 17
Views: 3,314
Posted By manonthemoon
The world's smallest pollack for the world's...

The world's smallest pollack for the world's smallest rib - very appropriate Pete.
MOTM
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 May 2014, 19:41
Replies: 17
Views: 3,314
Posted By manonthemoon
That wee rib looks fantastic. I want one. MOTM

That wee rib looks fantastic. I want one.
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 May 2014, 19:43
Replies: 22
Views: 4,659
Posted By manonthemoon
So just to be clear then SIBer - name of...

So just to be clear then SIBer - name of manufacturer and place of manufacturer and price not important then - just the spec.
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 May 2014, 21:33
Replies: 27
Views: 9,729
Posted By manonthemoon
Yes Chris. Out on Saturday on my own I was...

Yes Chris. Out on Saturday on my own I was getting 16mph on the Garmin. Add my boy to the mix and it still planes. However, another adult and it would be crawling. So the 6 works for me as I'm...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 May 2014, 21:07
Replies: 27
Views: 9,729
Posted By manonthemoon
Unless you're planning to trailer this or use...

Unless you're planning to trailer this or use launch wheels you'll need your weetabix to lug that about.
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 April 2014, 17:08
Replies: 19
Views: 3,504
Posted By manonthemoon
Slate -this is for the deep v hull. MOTM

Slate -this is for the deep v hull.
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 April 2014, 13:09
Replies: 19
Views: 3,504
Posted By manonthemoon
Good to hear from a fellow Sun Sporter. The brand...

Good to hear from a fellow Sun Sporter. The brand seems to get a bad rep on here but their identical to the Honwave and made in the same factory.

Anyway, just to confirm what Peter said. The Sun...
Forum: RIBnet North America 14 March 2014, 18:30
Replies: 42
Views: 8,980
Posted By manonthemoon
That's some machine. Could do with some rowlocks...

That's some machine. Could do with some rowlocks and paddles in case the tanks run dry.

Congrats
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 February 2014, 18:57
Replies: 11
Views: 3,932
Posted By manonthemoon
I see...so no difference then. Cheers MOTM

I see...so no difference then.

Cheers
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 February 2014, 18:29
Replies: 11
Views: 3,932
Posted By manonthemoon
As the owner of a SunSport for a couple of years...

As the owner of a SunSport for a couple of years I'm interested to know in what way they are of a poorer quality to Honwave. They are both built in the same plant in China and look identical. The...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 January 2014, 12:48
Replies: 26
Views: 4,065
Posted By manonthemoon
Taking advantage of a windless and flat calm day...

Taking advantage of a windless and flat calm day I was out fishing not far from Lerwick about a mile out. There was absolute silence, the fish weren’t biting but it was such a beautiful day it didn’t...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 November 2013, 17:42
Replies: 66
Views: 17,715
Posted By manonthemoon
If you're looking for a budget v airfloor don't...

If you're looking for a budget v airfloor don't rule out the sunsport. Made in the same factory as the Honwave and almost identical.

Cheers
MOTM
Forum: Engines & props 14 July 2013, 21:11
Replies: 32
Views: 6,262
Posted By manonthemoon
My 4stroke 6hp Merc is 27kg. If you step up to 8...

My 4stroke 6hp Merc is 27kg. If you step up to 8 or 9.9hp you're talking 36kg.

Cheers
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 June 2013, 11:26
Replies: 37
Views: 7,233
Posted By manonthemoon
I usually go out on my own. Tried putting it on...

I usually go out on my own. Tried putting it on the roof inflated which saves a lot of time at either end but this is a 2 person job. Managed to scratch the paint work on the car trying it myself....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 21 June 2013, 16:49
Replies: 25
Views: 4,136
Posted By manonthemoon
Had to read the web name twice to check it wasn't...

Had to read the web name twice to check it wasn't horsemeat.co.uk

MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 June 2013, 20:43
Replies: 35
Views: 7,533
Posted By manonthemoon
If you've got an air floor v type then getting...

If you've got an air floor v type then getting the floor up to pressure after it's been in the water is crucial. Leave it in the water for a few minutes and then pump it up as the floor will...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 June 2013, 19:17
Replies: 35
Views: 7,533
Posted By manonthemoon
I use one of these for my Bravo pump and you'll...

I use one of these for my Bravo pump and you'll need a charger too.

Yuasa NP7-12, 12V 7Ah lead acid battery NP7-12 . You can get battery and charger for £25 from Amazon.

Cheers
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 30 May 2013, 21:15
Replies: 34
Views: 5,785
Posted By manonthemoon
As an airfloor user I agree with AJ -the key is...

As an airfloor user I agree with AJ -the key is having the correct pressure in the floor. I was less than impressed with my floor when out on the water until the advice on here recommended topping up...
Forum: Engines & props 21 March 2013, 18:30
Replies: 23
Views: 4,382
Posted By manonthemoon
Anyone selling anything in Shetland will put it...

Anyone selling anything in Shetland will put it on the local classifieds site Shetlink first and this would find a local buyer first to avoid any hassle shipping it south. Not seen this before as I'm...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 February 2013, 18:36
Replies: 55
Views: 6,902
Posted By manonthemoon
Do you mean there are 6 feathers on the line? ...

Do you mean there are 6 feathers on the line?

I use a couple of feathers on the line which makes the pointy ends much more controllable if you're bringing the line in.

Cheers
MOTM
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 03 November 2012, 11:37
Replies: 9
Views: 3,747
Posted By manonthemoon
I got these from Barnet Marine for my sib. They...

I got these from Barnet Marine for my sib. They work well for me as I'm not carrying much weight. In researching before purchase there are similar looking ones which are substantially cheaper but...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 31 October 2012, 17:58
Replies: 11
Views: 2,841
Posted By manonthemoon
Hi William As a relatively newish SIBBER, I...

Hi William

As a relatively newish SIBBER, I have a 6hp merc and it's fine for what I need. I think you'll find that whether you go for an 8 or a 10 the weight will be the same as it's the same...
Forum: Other stuff 29 October 2012, 20:11
Replies: 51
Views: 7,302
Posted By manonthemoon
Yes, I think you're spot on -20 ounces looks...

Yes, I think you're spot on -20 ounces looks about right.

MOTM:thumbs:
Forum: Other stuff 28 October 2012, 21:55
Replies: 51
Views: 7,302
Posted By manonthemoon
Yes Willk Thanks for those words of wisdom....

Yes Willk

Thanks for those words of wisdom. I have a very large plastic bucket for that purpose but it's still heart stopping stuff trying to get the blighters in and dispose of them as huimanely...
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