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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 30 January 2021, 12:09
Replies: 74
Views: 7,758
Posted By Mikefule
If only I could get just one colleague to pay as...

If only I could get just one colleague to pay as much close attention to the exact wording and meaning of any important email I send at work.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 30 January 2021, 05:26
Replies: 74
Views: 7,758
Posted By Mikefule
When I wrote "The RNLI is manned by volunteers...

When I wrote "The RNLI is manned by volunteers and not a free service" I meant it is not just a free service that is there to be exploited/used/relied upon. It is not something that you should feel...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 January 2021, 20:40
Replies: 19
Views: 1,376
Posted By Mikefule
I had one of these ...

I had one of these ...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 29 January 2021, 18:28
Replies: 46
Views: 4,836
Posted By Mikefule
Trying to respond directly to the OP rather than...

Trying to respond directly to the OP rather than to any specific comment further down the thread:

It is not so much that the modified Excursion is "top heavy" in terms of weight — although it may...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 January 2021, 17:05
Replies: 11
Views: 3,115
Posted By Mikefule
The OP says "basically river cruising." What are...

The OP says "basically river cruising." What are the speed limits on your local river? On my local river, the Trent, even a 6 hp would push that boat considerably faster than the speed limit.
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 January 2021, 09:21
Replies: 74
Views: 7,758
Posted By Mikefule
And women too, but it is a major operation,...

And women too, but it is a major operation, planned well in advance, and cleared with the authorities. There was a recent case of a swimmer who did not get the right clearance and ran into trouble...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 January 2021, 07:39
Replies: 74
Views: 7,758
Posted By Mikefule
It is physically possible to do it. The fact...

It is physically possible to do it.

The fact that you are asking talking in terms of "attempting" and "challenge" suggests you should not try.

The list of safety reasons and legal reasons is...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 January 2021, 20:05
Replies: 11
Views: 1,096
Posted By Mikefule
Some people who leave their inflatables afloat...

Some people who leave their inflatables afloat invert them to keep seagull droppings off the topsides, and to stop them filling with water. That would mean removing and refitting hte engine every...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 January 2021, 14:42
Replies: 11
Views: 1,096
Posted By Mikefule
The floor is part of the structure of the boat,...

The floor is part of the structure of the boat, it isn't just something to stand on. Without the floor, the boat will lack rigidity, the soft floor will flap about, and the prop will be operating in...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 22 January 2021, 05:56
Replies: 102
Views: 10,367
Posted By Mikefule
On a small SIB when the sea is rough, it is often...

On a small SIB when the sea is rough, it is often safest and most comfortable to go at "hull speed" rather than planing.

My SIB is a 310 and will go just under 20 mph (measured by GPS) on the 9.9...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 20 January 2021, 19:01
Replies: 10
Views: 824
Posted By Mikefule
I have only ever used plywood floored boats. I...

I have only ever used plywood floored boats. I know others have had very good experiences with inflatable floors though.

A small petrol outboard (I've got a 3 hp 2 stroke) is light enough to...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 January 2021, 06:35
Replies: 102
Views: 10,367
Posted By Mikefule
Fair point. I missed that line in the OP and shot...

Fair point. I missed that line in the OP and shot from the hip.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 January 2021, 20:46
Replies: 102
Views: 10,367
Posted By Mikefule
I can tell you that a 310 with a 9.9 4 stroke and...

I can tell you that a 310 with a 9.9 4 stroke and all my kit and camping gear fits INSIDE my civic with room for 2 passengers. It takes just a few minutes to get it on the water and only part of...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 January 2021, 20:43
Replies: 49
Views: 2,333
Posted By Mikefule
You may or may not be right about the impeller,...

You may or may not be right about the impeller, if you literally just start then kill the engine once. However, a motor that is designed to run wet will quickly overheat and seize if run dry.

I...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 January 2021, 20:38
Replies: 10
Views: 824
Posted By Mikefule
Reminds me of...

Reminds me of...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 January 2021, 12:48
Replies: 10
Views: 824
Posted By Mikefule
You need a boat that's big enough, stable, and...

You need a boat that's big enough, stable, and with a firm enough floor underfoot, so that you can use it a platform.

One job of the inflatable keel is to help the boat to ride up an go faster. ...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 January 2021, 12:05
Replies: 49
Views: 2,333
Posted By Mikefule
I agree, never ever run a water cooled outboard...

I agree, never ever run a water cooled outboard without the water intakes immersed in water. (Or you can use those "ear muffs" on a hose, but they're a bit fiddly.)

An air cooled engine will run...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 January 2021, 17:28
Replies: 49
Views: 2,333
Posted By Mikefule
I'm deliberately not going to tell you my...

I'm deliberately not going to tell you my procedure because you may have different needs or priorities. However, I will tell you how I developed it — and I did the same with my sailing dinghy:

1)...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 January 2021, 17:59
Replies: 6
Views: 1,248
Posted By Mikefule
Certainly transom wheels are more versatile and...

Certainly transom wheels are more versatile and put the stresses in a safe place.

If I used a launch trolley on a SIB, with the engine attached, I would prefer the weight to be spread over a...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 28 December 2020, 14:12
Replies: 12
Views: 1,011
Posted By Mikefule
Just based on the brief description, is the...

Just based on the brief description, is the engine sitting too low on the transom? If the prop is too deep then there will be extra leverage on the torque of the prop.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 19 December 2020, 08:15
Replies: 33
Views: 1,796
Posted By Mikefule
As far as I can tell from a quick Google search,...

As far as I can tell from a quick Google search, and LED Rib is a rigid inflatable boat made by Nautica.

Searches show Nautica Led Inflatable boats available for rent or hire in the Greek islands....
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 18 December 2020, 17:45
Replies: 33
Views: 1,796
Posted By Mikefule
Welcome back. I feel your pain. I was without a...

Welcome back. I feel your pain. I was without a boat for a few years after one was eaten by mice.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 December 2020, 05:58
Replies: 5
Views: 1,052
Posted By Mikefule
Hi, The fact that at various times, various...

Hi,

The fact that at various times, various reputable manufacturers have used each system shows that both systems work.

Personally, if I had found a suitable boat with ropes, I would have...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 23 November 2020, 08:22
Replies: 4
Views: 801
Posted By Mikefule
I once did an emergency repair with clear silicon...

I once did an emergency repair with clear silicon bathroom sealant and it worked so well I left it. The boat was pumped up and I noticed a slight leak. I smeared some silicone sealant on it, pushed...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 24 October 2020, 13:14
Replies: 15
Views: 667
Posted By Mikefule
Either an 8 or 9.9 will push it respectably. ...

Either an 8 or 9.9 will push it respectably.

The manufacturers will recommend a maximum engine hp and weight.

If you think you'll be skimming about at high speed on flat water, especially if...
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