where in scotland is a good place to look

phil richards · 14 March 2011, 20:40

Can any body recomend a good place to view RIBS on the west coast of scotland?. Every boat i look at appears to be on the south coast. PS is it best to look at a basic new boat or a second hand one with all the extras?ie a new Assualt or a second hand XS or similar. Then in the future add the extras.

Poly · 14 March 2011, 21:53

Depends what you want to use it for (re: Assault v's XS etc).

I don't think there are any "great" places to look up here. Some of the yacht chandlers/brokers will have some of the smaller more mainstream stuff (e.g. I think Bosun's locker at S. Queensferry are Zodiac Dealers and FYM in Grangemouth are Northcraft and Valiant dealers). There is a "rib place" at Rosneath - not sure what their stock is like. There is a place nr Crinan which always seems to have an interesting selection outside as I pass.

ashbypower · 14 March 2011, 22:02

Hi Phil, I shall be in ullapool on 24th of April, and behind the 4x4 I'll have a New XS650 that I am taking to Lewis..
If thats not to late you'll be welcome to have a look over her.

Xk59D · 14 March 2011, 22:46

i have an avon adventure 5.6 that your welcome to look over just outside glasgow if it will help in your search for what you want.

cheers

Bigmuz7 · 14 March 2011, 22:49

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Originally Posted by Polwart

Depends what you want to use it for (re: Assault v's XS etc).

I don't think there are any "great" places to look up here. Some of the yacht chandlers/brokers will have some of the smaller more mainstream stuff (e.g. I think Bosun's locker at S. Queensferry are Zodiac Dealers and FYM in Grangemouth are Northcraft and Valiant dealers). There is a "rib place" at Rosneath - not sure what their stock is like. There is a place nr Crinan which always seems to have an interesting selection outside as I pass.

In the voice of parahandy

'Or you could try the tcheuchters marine store at'

http://www.gaelforcemarine.co.uk/Home.aspx

but their web site is just about as slow

Or here

http://www.caleyboats.co.uk/218/Powe...-Built-in-2006

Might not be your boat but its a lead

Bigmuz7 · 14 March 2011, 22:54

Spock ..... you have the Con

Quote:

Originally Posted by Polwart

There is a place nr Crinan which always seems to have an interesting selection outside as I pass.

Analysis Mr Data ?

Is this the venue of which you speak ?

Poly · 15 March 2011, 00:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigmuz7

Spock ..... you have the Con

Analysis Mr Data ?

Is this the venue of which you speak ?

Negative!

As I recall Small place on the left hand side of the road heading towards Crinan, usually seems to have 3 or 4 ribs their which I assume are all for sale... I'll see if Mr Google can provide more info...

I think this is the place: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&so...12,148.66,,0,5 although usually busier when I pass?

Siochair · 15 March 2011, 00:37

There is this company too http://clyderibs.com/1/1/Home/About_Clyde_RIBs.html
I have no idea how good the ribs are but they might be worth a look.

donald463 · 15 March 2011, 08:59

YAMPOWER east of Glasgow.
Very friendly and helpful. Good service.

9D280 · 15 March 2011, 10:41

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Originally Posted by donald463

YAMPOWER east of Glasgow.
Very friendly and helpful. Good service.

You beat me to it!

Also FYM in the depths of Grangemouth.

Google "rib sales scotland" - I found
Rosneath
http://www.yachtworld.com/ribsheduk/ribsheduk_0.html
And these guys up by the fruitmarket in Glasgow
www.prosser-marine.com/
Can't comment on either of their price or service.

There's also Ardoran Marine up by Oban usually has a couple of Ribs in stock second hand. They are mainly Suz / Honda Dealers, but also act as brokers. They have a selection of small Suzmar dinghies, so might be worth giving them a call?

Also Euroyachts at Largs Marina I think have a small selection? (A stroll round the dry storage might also give you a view, but maybe find a ribnetter who has a boat there first so you don't end up talking to Mr Plod......)

As to new basic vs secondhand with toys, I guess that depends on a lot of things - you'll get warranty with a new one, but if you are on a budget, a good S/H may be the better option, especially if you want / need some toys. If you get the S/H one off a dealer you may get a limited waranty.

jambo · 15 March 2011, 11:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Polwart

Negative!

As I recall Small place on the left hand side of the road heading towards Crinan, usually seems to have 3 or 4 ribs their which I assume are all for sale... I'll see if Mr Google can provide more info...

I think this is the place: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&so...12,148.66,,0,5 although usually busier when I pass?

Pol, Big guys the place you are referring to is Atlantic Ribs run by Tim Hedley at Bellanoch. I was in at Tim's last week when i was up and as you say he usually has many ribs on site but only two old SR4's last week. He has many contacts and a big part of his business is sorcing ribs for people at good prices. If you know what you want he's the man to sorce it.

Rostrum Marine · 15 March 2011, 18:55

DDZ Marine Largs Yacht Haven have a few ribs available, 3m to 10m plus.

We'll have our Flatacraft Enduro available for sea trial late April, 6m with 175 Mercury Verado and hydraulic steering including SmartCraft gauges throttle/gear control. Radar, GPS, VHF plus all accessories to make this a ready for the season option. Single axle trailer available also.

Tony Hill · 15 March 2011, 19:15

The Easdale RIB Rendezvous (30 April/1st May) currently has 42 RIBs registered. Smallest at around 4.0m, largest at 11m but the majority in the range 5 to 7m
Various RIB manufacturers, various engine manufacturers and sizes.

The Easdale RIB Rendezvous is just a RIB cruising event with a 'social'

see www.easdaleRIBrendezvous.org.uk

Tony

phil richards · 15 March 2011, 21:02

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Originally Posted by ashbypower

Hi Phil, I shall be in ullapool on 24th of April, and behind the 4x4 I'll have a New XS650 that I am taking to Lewis..
If thats not to late you'll be welcome to have a look over her.

Thank you for that, i will be in touch. cheers phil

bojit · 15 March 2011, 21:14

Hi phil , I was in the bosuns locker at south queensferry today and they have just got in a nice shiny new avon searider 5.4 .
they also sell rib x and zodiac ribs but don't carry much stock .
http://www.bosuns.co.uk/boats/partnu...90&pnid=342554

Also at south queensferry are ferry marine and they do northcraft ribs but you can save a couple of grand by going direct to northcraft.

Craig..................

spartacus · 15 March 2011, 22:38

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Originally Posted by phil richards

Can any body recomend a good place to view RIBS on the west coast of scotland?. Every boat I look at appears to be on the south coast. PS is it best to look at a basic new boat or a second hand one with all the extras? ie, a new Assualt or a second hand XS or similar. Then in the future add the extras.

If you're based in Ullapool, then I'd have thought you would be looking for a boat that will give a dry-ride, and is able to cope with the rough stuff. Kind of par for the course considering a short distance out of Loch Broom and you're into the Minch!

I'm in Ullapool heading to Lewis around the last two weeks of July, date to be confirmed. I'll be hauling a RIBcraft 4.8m commercial if you want to check it out.

Quick summary (based on my experience of boat and engine dealers in this part of the world)!

Mackay Marine (Aberdeen) are effectively a commercial sales and service agent. They are an approved Avon repairer, and also deal in Zodiac Mil/Pro. Also main Yamaha sales agent. Limited supply of used engines in stock. Graham the owner is very knowledgable, but don't be surprised if he doesn't return emails... his work is almost entirely oil-support fast rescue craft and he's always out the door with work.
http://www.mackay-marine.co.uk/index.html

Caley Marina (Inverness) are Avon and Yamaha dealer. Has repair facility/workshop and decent chandlery. Again, difficult to get emails and queries answered. They seem to be more geared for hard-boats, yachts, etc.
http://www.caleymarina.com/1/New-Boats

Gael Force Marine (Inverness) are a well-stocked chandlery, outboard repair and sales agent. Seem to specialise in Suzuki and Honda outboards. They can also source Tohatsu spares. Also have mail-order service which is great for things like impellers, stainless steel bolts, etc. Can recommend.
http://www.gaelforcemarine.co.uk/

Sea and Shore (Dundee). Mariner engine and Raider boat sales. Euan, the owner is knowledgable and does the marine servicing side. Has some engines for resale. Used to be a Zodiac dealer - but I don't think that's the case any more.
http://seaandshore.co.uk/

Bosun's Locker (Edinburgh) has just merged with FYM (Grangemouth). They're an Avon, Zodiac and RibX dealer, and supply all the main engine brands. Limited selection of used engines and RIBs for sale. Expensive in my opinion.
http://www.bosuns.co.uk/

YamPower (Glasgow) are a Premier Zodiac and Yamaha dealer. Very knowledgable, but priced for top-end of the market. For example Zodiac Pro 550 and Yamaha 70hp for £21k.
http://www.yampower.co.uk/

Clyde Outboard Services (Gourock) is a small business run by Cameron. He can source new and second-hand Honda and Tohatsu engines. Again, very knowledgable and always returns emails and phone calls. Can recommend.
http://www.clyde-outboard-services.co.uk/

Xk59D · 15 March 2011, 23:02

re clyde outboard services- Cameron services my engines and infact mines is going in friday for the pre season service on both my 4 strokes.

i was in his new shop the other day there and i can confirm there is no ribs there to view so don't waste your time going there for that reason. he is planning on doing some boats at some point and i think ribs maybe on the cards but you can't go view them there at this point. if you want service work done though-very good guy.

when i was looking for ribs not long ago the only place i found was FYM and northcraft via ferrymarine. they had a few on display you can have a look at but not a vast range.

the last time i was in yampower they only had room for 1 display boat-may well have expanded since i was there?

if your buying a new boat why not get a bus down south, maybe worth it if your planning a large investment?

also maybe just go look at anything local to you that is for sale privately and get a feel for sie etc you want-never know you might find "the one".

couple of other long shot options are prossers marine and the 3 main shops in balloch-loch lomond marina, eddie crossan outboards and the jetski shop next to it. TBH though as a frequent passer by there i have only ever seen 1 rib for sale which i think is still there, 8.5m scorpion if memory serves.

cheers

9D280 · 16 March 2011, 09:21

Could you make it down to the Easdale cruise? I'm sure if you put an "anyone need a crew - I'm trying to suss boats out" post on the thread (http://www.rib.net/forum/showthread.php?t=39259) You could get a good look at a lot of boats in action. Everything from 3m Sibs to 12M "rib busses" likely going to be there.

Siochair · 16 March 2011, 20:18

I can't believe that no-one has mentioned http://www.ribeye.co.uk/scotland.html There's a few folk on here seem to get quite excited about them

Xk59D · 16 March 2011, 22:22

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Originally Posted by Siochair

I can't believe that no-one has mentioned http://www.ribeye.co.uk/scotland.html There's a few folk on here seem to get quite excited about them

i'm in Rhu marina a lot and again never seen a rib in there for sale and there is definitely no demo ones etc. there is a couple on the pontoons which all belong to someone but again not much use for going to look with intention of touch/feel/try them...HOWEVER....worth making a few phone calls to some of these people.

cheers