Categoria: Ribs

  • New in 2018: tenders, and more. Here’s the re-shaped rib range from Quicksilver

    New in 2018: tenders, and more. Here’s the re-shaped rib range from Quicksilver

    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 fittings with the care in…

  • Ranieri International Cayman 18 Sport. Our test before the launch in Genova

    Ranieri International Cayman 18 Sport. Our test before the launch in Genova

    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 very easy to handle. This…

  • SuperOcean 58 makes a blasting debut

    SuperOcean 58 makes a blasting debut

    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 builder in an exclusive and…

  • Capelli Tempest 40, 12 meters straight from Genoa

    Capelli Tempest 40, 12 meters straight from Genoa

    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 character, entirely built in Northern…

  • Black Fin 10 Elegance with Verado 400 R is a true racer

    Black Fin 10 Elegance with Verado 400 R is a true racer

    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, expecting to test a true…

  • 2017 preview: ZAR 85SL and the new ZARmini

    2017 preview: ZAR 85SL and the new ZARmini

    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 in the water, powered by…

  • Ranieri International Story, half a century on the edge

    Ranieri International Story, half a century on the edge

    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 Italy and abroad. Ranieri International…

  • Fun with 4 HP? Here’s how, with Suzuki

    Fun with 4 HP? Here’s how, with Suzuki

    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 90s. And it all could…

  • 2017 preview: Joker Clubman 35 is the flagship from JokerBoat

    2017 preview: Joker Clubman 35 is the flagship from JokerBoat

    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 public is looking forward to…

  • Scanner Envy 950 Touring is the latest creation by Donato Montemitro

    Scanner Envy 950 Touring is the latest creation by Donato Montemitro

    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 mark a clear difference from…