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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 March 2023, 12:30
Replies: 12
Views: 691
Posted By simonafloat
I rescued a 20ft hurley signet off the mudflats...

I rescued a 20ft hurley signet off the mudflats in Bideford. Spent 2 years tidying it up. It's a great little boat for 2 people and can still be towed on its trailer. My advice would be to get the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 March 2023, 07:25
Replies: 12
Views: 691
Posted By simonafloat
...yes, i'm now shopping for a 4 stroke sailmate...

...yes, i'm now shopping for a 4 stroke sailmate engine for my sailing boat, used prices have really narrowed with 2 strokes But the sheer number of adverts where people either don't know, or don't...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 March 2023, 15:57
Replies: 12
Views: 691
Posted By simonafloat
Long. Its a 2006 longshaft mariner 15. However,...

Long. Its a 2006 longshaft mariner 15. However, despite what some might say I'd be perfectly happy to notch out the transom for a short shaft. I can't seeing it making any odds at all, plus the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 March 2023, 10:45
Replies: 22
Views: 2,132
Posted By simonafloat
I've done some very long offshore sib journeys...

I've done some very long offshore sib journeys too so I loved watching your youtube stuff. I can see that you have to keep it entertaining for those with millisecond attention spans, but that's...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 March 2023, 10:40
Replies: 12
Views: 691
Posted By simonafloat
Sell separately or together?

Not been on here for a while so Hi all.

Some of you might recall my offshore exploits in my Aerotec 420 (lundy island etc).

Sadly due to my sailing boat being vandalised i need to raise repair...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 June 2022, 19:58
Replies: 4
Views: 909
Posted By simonafloat
Thanks all, i'm sure the van battery is ok but...

Thanks all, i'm sure the van battery is ok but i'll try running the engine to make sure. Could be rusty crocodile clips too i guess.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 June 2022, 18:24
Replies: 4
Views: 909
Posted By simonafloat
Bravo pump glitch

Hi all, been a while since i posted.

Got issues with my bravo pump, its the btp12 turbo. Basically it sometimes kicks in amd sometimes doesn't. There are two relays that make a horrible buzzing...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 27 May 2022, 05:57
Replies: 6
Views: 1,110
Posted By simonafloat
Thanks, i did think the voltage would be a bit...

Thanks, i did think the voltage would be a bit much. Shame as i'm a carpenter and all my gear is makita so i've got loads of batteries kicking around.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 May 2022, 20:45
Replies: 6
Views: 1,110
Posted By simonafloat
Bravo pump off makita battery

Hi all, trying to make a really portable inflator setup for my little avon inflatable. I've got a 12v bravo pump that i've had for years, used to use it on my old aerotec sib. Any idea if a makita...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 May 2021, 19:23
Replies: 42
Views: 4,311
Posted By simonafloat
This is my local slipway and the one i've used...

This is my local slipway and the one i've used for Lundy missions. I've gotta say first off that i have seen some seriously stupid behaviour from some pwc users down there. Not saying that all pwc...
Forum: RIBs for sale 26 May 2021, 18:56
Replies: 0
Views: 604
Posted By simonafloat
1999 Avon 4.01 and trailer for sale

Hi all, i am selling this as a favour to the owner, whose workshop i am currently using.

1999 Avon 4.01

Really good condition

Comes with Extreme trailer, again in excellent condition.

2...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 02 June 2020, 17:32
Replies: 4
Views: 609
Posted By simonafloat
Little trip in the Aerotec

Haven't been on the forum for a while, had another boat project that's kept me pretty busy. Anyway, decided to take the Aerotec along the coast a little bit and find a secluded beach for a picnic....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 21:33
Replies: 3
Views: 824
Posted By simonafloat
Yep still using the 15, can’t really beat it....

Yep still using the 15, can’t really beat it. It’s needed nothing bar the usual service items, still running sweetly.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 21:31
Replies: 18
Views: 1,590
Posted By simonafloat
Definitely worth the effort! Just requires a...

Definitely worth the effort! Just requires a little planning as you say.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:30
Replies: 3
Views: 824
Posted By simonafloat
Aerotec in the surf

After doing the Exmoor coast yesterday it seemed a shame to put the boat to bed. So a couple of us had a mess about in the surf on Bideford bar today. They are great in the waves!

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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:15
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Views: 1,590
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:14
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:14
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:12
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:12
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:10
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:09
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:08
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:07
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 26 August 2019, 18:06
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