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Old 02 August 2011, 11:43   #1
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Advice of first rib

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I have just joined the forum and am looking for advice about buying first RIB. We have 4 kids age ranging from 15 - 9 years plus the two of us, we want to use it as a safety when the kids are sailing, also fishing and wake boarding for the older ones. Any advice greatly appreciated. Size of rib required make and engine especially. Ta
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Old 02 August 2011, 18:14   #2
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As new engine as possible...Saltwater eat engines

Sounds like something like Ribcraft 585 with a 115-130 hp or simular.

Or even little bigger...

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Old 02 August 2011, 19:23   #3
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6 people on a rib in comfort would say you need something 7 meters plus.

What's your budget?

Where are you planning on using it?
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Old 02 August 2011, 19:44   #4
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As new engine as possible...Saltwater eat engines

Sounds like something like Ribcraft 585 with a 115-130 hp or simular.

Or even little bigger...

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585 is too small for you, I have four smaller kids than you and ruled out the 585, 6.3 would be fine

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