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Forum: Commercial operators 23 May 2017, 16:32
Replies: 25
Views: 5,812
Posted By the_fifer
Not keen.... We got Canadian built SHOX fitted...

Not keen....
We got Canadian built SHOX fitted to our Ribcraft
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 May 2017, 16:20
Replies: 19
Views: 2,701
Posted By the_fifer
Andre - I suggest you do your research before...

Andre - I suggest you do your research before making such a bold comment! Ribcraft (UK Built) do boats with high grab handles for the passengers!
Forum: Commercial operators 07 March 2017, 07:10
Replies: 2
Views: 1,588
Posted By the_fifer
Where are you based?

Where are you based?
Forum: Commercial operators 29 August 2016, 18:22
Replies: 6
Views: 4,081
Posted By the_fifer
The MAIB site names the boats as Osprey and...

The MAIB site names the boats as Osprey and Osprey II which are run by Isle of May boat trips (Boat Trips, near St Andews, Dundee Á Edinburgh (https://www.isleofmayboattrips.co.uk/))
Forum: Commercial operators 23 July 2016, 16:06
Replies: 6
Views: 4,081
Posted By the_fifer
Commercial Passenger RIB collision Firth of Forth

There are local reports of the 2 commercial passenger RIB's that work out of Anstruther having collided with one another on Tuesday this week.

The boats were reported to be playing in the wash of...
Forum: Trailers & towing 11 June 2014, 23:06
Replies: 2
Views: 1,117
Posted By the_fifer
We have an empty trailer travelling northbound...

We have an empty trailer travelling northbound from Southampton in the next few days if you can do without the trailer? If anyone else needs a boat shifting from South to North give us a call on...
Forum: Bits and pieces 20 May 2013, 11:55
Replies: 2
Views: 1,200
Posted By the_fifer
Yes still available

Yes still available
Forum: Bits and pieces 20 March 2013, 17:07
Replies: 1
For Sale: Yamaha fuel tank
Views: 1,016
Posted By the_fifer
Yamaha fuel tank

Yamaha 25 litre fuel tank, brand new, never used.

Looking for 50
Forum: Bits and pieces 20 March 2013, 17:03
Replies: 2
Views: 1,200
Posted By the_fifer
DuraMax Flo n'go ROlling Fuel Tank

DuraMax Flo n'go Rolling Fuel Tank, holds 53 litres, in perfect condition looking for 80

More info here:

https://www.transair.co.uk/sp+Aircraft-Re-Fueling-Flo-N-Go-Duramax-Pump-53-Ltr+5610
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 February 2013, 16:35
Replies: 29
Views: 6,457
Posted By the_fifer
tide prediction app on android is free and great...

tide prediction app on android is free and great to use
Forum: Bits and pieces 20 February 2013, 16:30
Replies: 1
Views: 1,341
Posted By the_fifer
Boat trailer for sale

On Ebay link here:

Roller Boat Trailer | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Roller-Boat-Trailer-/251231987719?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_BoatEquipment_Accessories_SM&hash=item3a7e97e807)
Forum: RIBs wanted 20 February 2013, 16:22
Replies: 13
Views: 3,575
Posted By the_fifer
Piranha are doing some nice cabin Rib's Cabin...

Piranha are doing some nice cabin Rib's
Cabin Ribs | Piranha Ribs (https://www.piranharibs.co.uk/cabin-ribs)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 February 2013, 14:18
Replies: 43
Views: 6,940
Posted By the_fifer
This seems like an okay idea but for commercial...

This seems like an okay idea but for commercial use there would need to be some way of storing the data long term as claims can be made years after the event.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 February 2013, 14:15
Replies: 43
Views: 6,940
Posted By the_fifer
It depends if you mates got hurt out in the boat...

It depends if you mates got hurt out in the boat would they claim against you?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 February 2013, 16:43
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By the_fifer
Never seen this before but loving it, thanks for...

Never seen this before but loving it, thanks for posting
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 February 2013, 13:18
Replies: 43
Views: 6,940
Posted By the_fifer
Your right but we all know what it's like driving...

Your right but we all know what it's like driving in waves. The throttle is on and off regularly and the wave you thought you had read suddenly disappears from under you or breaks early. Speed is...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 February 2013, 09:34
Replies: 43
Views: 6,940
Posted By the_fifer
What do you do when these questions are asked but...

What do you do when these questions are asked but then the injured denies it to enable a law suit?
Are we looking at signing to say a full a safety briefing has been received?
its amazing how...
Forum: Bits and pieces 11 November 2012, 16:53
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By the_fifer
They don't look like they would be hard to make,...

They don't look like they would be hard to make, if you now a welder
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 April 2012, 02:34
Replies: 139
Views: 17,301
Posted By the_fifer
What about Troon instead of Largs?

What about Troon instead of Largs?
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 April 2012, 02:32
Replies: 49
Views: 6,051
Posted By the_fifer
Hi. We are on the river forth so can help and...

Hi. We are on the river forth so can help and advise as required.including getting fuel
Forum: Commercial operators 08 November 2011, 18:51
Replies: 33
Views: 11,800
Posted By the_fifer
Breathable suits DO wear well if looked after

I have had a Musto HPX (which is breathable) for many years now and have used it for at least 4 years commercially and its still going strong, for powerboating i wear old walking boots that are about...
Forum: Trailers & towing 13 August 2011, 12:40
Replies: 24
Views: 6,561
Posted By the_fifer
Thanks for the info, Im sure im not the only one...

Thanks for the info, Im sure im not the only one on here who is glad to hear that a fellow RIB owner is unhurt in this terrible accident. Im glad there were witnesses to support the event.

I...
Forum: Trailers & towing 12 August 2011, 16:37
Replies: 24
Views: 6,561
Posted By the_fifer
This answers all our questions. BBC News - M5...

This answers all our questions.
BBC News - M5 in Somerset and Devon closed after towed boat overturns (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-14501701)

Its size is probably the reason it was being...
Forum: Trailers & towing 12 August 2011, 16:33
Replies: 24
Views: 6,561
Posted By the_fifer
Aye, what does Guy think we are going to tow our...

Aye, what does Guy think we are going to tow our domestic ribs with? Or are non commercial operations not allowed to own inflatable ribs? Just as well the website wouldn't let me register!
Forum: Trailers & towing 12 August 2011, 16:05
Replies: 24
Views: 6,561
Posted By the_fifer
RIB Overturned on M5, link with pictures

Found this article: https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/9192468.M5_shut_after_smash_involving_car_and_boat/?ref=mmsp

some very interesting comments been made on the article.

Not a good...
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