Category: Ribs

Four models, from 2.50 to 4.70 meters: Quicksilver ribs undergo a complete overhaul and target different purposes. Simple set-up, good care in construction The new 18-model range of Quicksilver rigid inflatable boats is a complete offer of entry-level measures for leisure boating, with models that combine the simplicity of the…

Four models, from 2.50 to 4.70 meters: Quicksilver ribs undergo a complete overhaul and target different purposes. Simple set-up, good care in construction The new 18-model range of Quicksilver rigid…

It's tough to see what could be better to enter the boating world, than this Ranieri International Cayman 18 Sport. Ranieri International Cayman 18 Sport is easy to launch, haul and tow, it can be stored inside a box or even in the garden when not in water, and is…

It's tough to see what could be better to enter the boating world, than this Ranieri International Cayman 18 Sport. Ranieri International Cayman 18 Sport is easy to launch, haul…

SuperOcean 58 by Scanner is the first rigid boat of the yard to mark an important step in their history. The project is once again by Montemitro Design. After a long series of successes building rigid inflatable boats, the first SuperOcean 58 by Scanner marks the debut for the Italian…

SuperOcean 58 by Scanner is the first rigid boat of the yard to mark an important step in their history. The project is once again by Montemitro Design. After a…

After the success of 44, Cantieri Capelli launched at Genoa boat show another high-end rib: 12-meter long, Capelli Tempest 40 enters the “Top Line” range. Capelli Tempest 40: evolution, with infusion Capelli Tempest 40 is the natural evolution of the well known Tempest 44:  a maxi rib with a sporty…

After the success of 44, Cantieri Capelli launched at Genoa boat show another high-end rib: 12-meter long, Capelli Tempest 40 enters the “Top Line” range. Capelli Tempest 40: evolution, with…

Il Black Fin 10 Elegance marries Mercury Verado 400R to become a “muscle rib”. Still, there's Joystick Piloting and especially Activ Trim. The tech specs of Black Fin 10 Elegance say “maximum output 700 HP”. But to my back there's two brand new Mercury Verado 400R... So here I am,…

Il Black Fin 10 Elegance marries Mercury Verado 400R to become a “muscle rib”. Still, there's Joystick Piloting and especially Activ Trim. The tech specs of Black Fin 10 Elegance…

At Genoa Boat Show ZAR Formenti will launch models on the two extremes: the flagship ZAR 85SL and the new ZARmini range. ZAR Formenti opens to the sport rib market by introducing ZAR 85SL (which stands for Sport Luxury). Genoa Boat Show will see two units of the flagship: one…

At Genoa Boat Show ZAR Formenti will launch models on the two extremes: the flagship ZAR 85SL and the new ZARmini range. ZAR Formenti opens to the sport rib market…

The story of Ranieri International starts 50 years ago with Pietro Ranieri and continues with the passion of his sons, Salvatore and Antonio. Ranieri International Story: we are talking of a dinasty, two generations dedicated to boat building and to creating one of the most important and healthy yards in…

The story of Ranieri International starts 50 years ago with Pietro Ranieri and continues with the passion of his sons, Salvatore and Antonio. Ranieri International Story: we are talking of…

On a quiet work day at the office, an SMS from Suzuki press office says: “Get ready for Suzuki Sans Frontières”. My worried reply “Oh my, should I start training?” got immediate confirmation: “Yes”. It all sounded like Jeux Sans Frontières, the famous European TV show from early 80s and…

On a quiet work day at the office, an SMS from Suzuki press office says: “Get ready for Suzuki Sans Frontières”. My worried reply “Oh my, should I start training?”…

Another Cannes debut is for Joker Clubman 35, new model from JokerBoats and flagship of the Clubman range, the most popular in the brand. Clean lines, with a modern hint. Joker Clubman 35 keeps all the features of the Clubman line-up by Joker Boats. It's no surprise then that the…

Another Cannes debut is for Joker Clubman 35, new model from JokerBoats and flagship of the Clubman range, the most popular in the brand. Clean lines, with a modern hint.…

The first images of the new Scanner Envy 950 Touring confirm the yard's philosophy, declined in a new size. With Scanner Envy 950 Touring the boatyard chosen to widen the Envy range, a peculiar and interesting variation in the Touring lineup. But still sticking to the Scanner main traits, which…

The first images of the new Scanner Envy 950 Touring confirm the yard's philosophy, declined in a new size. With Scanner Envy 950 Touring the boatyard chosen to widen the…

The standard 860 model is already a nice rib. But what about a transom finished with real wood? Here's Scanner Envy 860 Wooden Limited Edition. The last creation by Donato Montemitro, founder and chairman of Scanner boatyard, doesn't carry a final name yet. But should it be Scanner Envy 860…

The standard 860 model is already a nice rib. But what about a transom finished with real wood? Here's Scanner Envy 860 Wooden Limited Edition. The last creation by Donato…

It's been a blasting debut for Scanner Envy 860 Touring: in the spotlight at Düsseldorf Boat Show, it's now off to conquer many boaters. "From the sketchbook of Donato Montemitro, founder and owner of Scanner boatyard, here's the design of the new Scanner Envy 860 Touring". The prolific creativity of…

It's been a blasting debut for Scanner Envy 860 Touring: in the spotlight at Düsseldorf Boat Show, it's now off to conquer many boaters. "From the sketchbook of Donato Montemitro,…

International debut at Cannes Yachting Festival for Invictus 280TT by Christian Grande: it’s the tender version of 280GT. After the  280GT, that we tested already (read our sea trial report here), it was time for the open version 280TT, ideal for daily cruising or as a tender on maxiyachts. So…

International debut at Cannes Yachting Festival for Invictus 280TT by Christian Grande: it’s the tender version of 280GT. After the  280GT, that we tested already (read our sea trial report…

After the debut at Genoa Boat Show, they have instantly become a market success.For 2016 there will be five more ribs branded Ranieri International Cayman. Given the strong sales performance of the 19, 21 and 23 models, the Italian manufacturer Ranieri International is going to expand their Cayman range of…

After the debut at Genoa Boat Show, they have instantly become a market success.For 2016 there will be five more ribs branded Ranieri International Cayman. Given the strong sales performance…

The brand new Capelli Tempest 775 meets the Yamaha F225 outboard. A very good encounter, despite the test conditions. As they say in Italy, rain is good luck on your wedding day… It’s a rainy day on the river Po and the water has the color of lead at the…

The brand new Capelli Tempest 775 meets the Yamaha F225 outboard. A very good encounter, despite the test conditions. As they say in Italy, rain is good luck on your…

Cannes has been the debut stage for Ranieri Cayman 31 Sport Touring: with this model the Italian yard completes their range, aiming to redefining the parameters of prestige ribs. What should a large rib be like? Comfortable, versatile, spacious enough for guests and sport gear, refined. All these factors have…

Cannes has been the debut stage for Ranieri Cayman 31 Sport Touring: with this model the Italian yard completes their range, aiming to redefining the parameters of prestige ribs. What…

Centrostiledesign partners with LG Technology Hub and there we have Anvera 55, innovative project of a performing maxi-rib built in composite. It will be on display in Cannes. Centrostiledesign by Davide Cipriani worked with designer Aldo Drudi and LG Technology Hub for an innovative process of molding capable of reducing time and cost of…

Centrostiledesign partners with LG Technology Hub and there we have Anvera 55, innovative project of a performing maxi-rib built in composite. It will be on display in Cannes. Centrostiledesign by…

The Ranieri Cayman 23 Sport Touring meets Suzuki DF200AP, and it immediately seems a marriage made in heaven. We tested them in La Spezia, Italy. Here’s our impressions. When Ranieri International entered the rib market, they did it properly. The first model, this Cayman 23 Sport Touring (there’s also the…

The Ranieri Cayman 23 Sport Touring meets Suzuki DF200AP, and it immediately seems a marriage made in heaven. We tested them in La Spezia, Italy. Here’s our impressions. When Ranieri…

Sacs S700 marks the introduction of the new Sport generation for the Italian boatyard. Unveiling is at Cannes Yacht Festival next September. Christian Grande and Sacs technical office: two names should be enough to be sure it’s a good project. Then, after a look at the first photos, you understand it’s…

Sacs S700 marks the introduction of the new Sport generation for the Italian boatyard. Unveiling is at Cannes Yacht Festival next September. Christian Grande and Sacs technical office: two names should…

Already from the first renderings Scanner Envy 860 Touring carries the unmistakable design from Donato Montemitro, founder and chairman of the yard. The new Scanner Envy 860 Touring is due in the water next Fall. So far, we just have renderings, which already show how it's an uncommon rib. Merit…

Already from the first renderings Scanner Envy 860 Touring carries the unmistakable design from Donato Montemitro, founder and chairman of the yard. The new Scanner Envy 860 Touring is due…