A RIB’s smoother ride in choppy water can come with a trade-off when you’re back at anchor. The benefits of a deep V hull on a RIB are most noticeable when the boat meets waves: its sharper hull shape can cut through the…
What if the inflatable tubes aren’t the whole story? A RIB pairs a rigid hull with inflatable tubes, which is what distinguishes it from a conventional inflatable boat. The hull provides a firm platform; the tubes add bu…