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We change the colour of our Rayglass Projet

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Pacific RIB now an Annual. By Barry Thompson

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Alan Priddy recounts the incredible journey in 2002 when he went around the world in the 10m RIB, Spirit of Cardiff.

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T E WORL D â€™S L RGES T RIB TEND ER Strider 19 is the largest super yacht RIB tender in the world and it has a Kiwi connection.

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PUMPED T O THE MAX We look at some of the bigger RIBs on the market and why they are so popular both in the recreational and commercial markets.

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TA K I N G I T T O T H E W O RL D Explorer Inflatables have built a reputation for their Panther jet tenders, with an eye on the world tender market. Mike Rose looks at this innovative Kiwi company.

New boats, new products from the inflatable world of boats.

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SE LE GS RS Sealegs RS 7.1 is the latest model based on the 7.1m hull and comes with some special effects and products from Fusion Entertainment.

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PAINTING AN INFLATABLE

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We change the colour of our Rayglass Projet

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PACIFIC RIB NOW AN ANNUAL Welcome to our second issue of Pacific RIB magazine, which, as you can see if you are reading the printed version, has now been incorporated into Pacific PowerBoat. After the success of our trial issue last year, we have made the decision to make Pacific RIB an annual and will insert it each year into the Sept-Oct issue of PPB. This means that the magazine now has a much broader spread in the market and as it also co-incides with the Auckland On Water Boat Show, it’s a plus for our advertisers. Again we have made sure the content is all about RIBs and you will see from the following pages a very doverse range of articles, from going around the world in a 10m RIB to painting a RIB and even a look at the SACs Strider, the world’s largest inflatable super yacht tender. Boat reviews are also an important part of any magazine and in this issue we have four new models, including the very first Sealegs RS 7.1. If you are in the market for a very big RIB then check out our buyers guide to big RIBs, you might be surprised at what you find. Our Guest columnist Ronald Winstone has also touched on the big RIBs that we are now seeing in the market, which for a number of Kiwi companies is proving a lucrative export business. At the other end of the size scale, we look at Explorer and their Panther jet tenders, which, with the new Panther 3 Series are set to take on the global market.

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LARGE RIBS RONALD WINSTONE The Salthouse Catalyst 45 has tubes by Lancer.

New Zealand has a notable history with Rigid Inflatable Boats, and they have been building them big! With Protector, Lancer, Salthouse, Naiad and Q West all offering large RIBs, it is no surprise that New Zealand has been able to set many benchmarks in this market. New Zealand has been fortunate to have two leading inflatable tube designers, Lancer and Naiad. The design and manufacture for large inflatable tubes is a difficult process, where experience, engineering and understanding make the difference between success and failure. When the market requires large RIBs, New Zealand manufacturers can confidently vie for business knowing that the inflatable component comes from two of the most experienced companies in the world. It is interesting that New Zealand Naval Architects are also noted for their ability to design large RIBs. I believe this is a direct result of the early inflatable manufacturers’ design abilities. Designing an inflatable collar is a complex process and requires cooperation between the boat designer and the inflatable designer. As with all inflatable design, it has its strengths and limitations and this needs to be accounted for early in the design process. In 1987 Lancer was selected to design and build the collar for the then largest RIB built by Carrington Shipyards in Australia. The 17 metre RIB was ahead of its time, with fully enclosed, self righting cockpit and not to mention pushing the boundaries of inflatable design. Righting a 17m RIB had never been done and computer modelling 124 | RIB ISSUE 2

software was limited, if not absurdly expensive. The RIB served the Australian Navy for submarine support operations before being sold to Port Taranaki, where it currently serves. This RIB pioneered the industry, opening up design possibilities and raising awareness of the ability to build large RIBs. Picton based Naiad built a reputation as early founders of the RIB market in New Zealand. Their large RIBs now have an international presence and were Oracle’s RIBs at the 34th Americas cup. Their designs have a multiple uses and, most notably, in New Zealand they are used for tourism, helping start the whale watching operations. One of the iconic large RIB brands Protector was formed by Rayglass and showcased itself at the at the 2000 Americas Cup. It was not until Protector came along that New Zealand really started embracing large RIBs. Protector also raised the standard when they set a new size record with two 20 metres support RIBs for Team New Zealand and Oracle. These large RIBs were eyed by the world cemented a reputation for New Zealand RIBs. The story of the 20 metre RIBs continue with Auckland Coast Guard converting the Team New Zealand boat for their operations and in 2012 Lancer set a record for the largest RIB re-tube. After a few custom pleasure RIBs, Q West won contracts to build several large commercial RIBs. One of the highlights is the 2008 Bakewell-White designed 17.6 metre “Rawinia” which serves Port Taranaki. The recent launch of their 14m Catamaran RIB for

Auckland Coastguard showcases the latest in design with hydraulic swim platforms and patented air pressurised foam tubes. An interesting shift occurred at the 2013 Americas Cup where faster and larger RIBs were required. If you looked at the RIBs over 8m in San Francisco during this America’s Cup, almost all of them were built or had inflatable systems from New Zealand. With the increase in speed in the America’s cup some syndicates started to look at Catamaran RIBs. As a result, the stunning Salthouse Catalyst 45 was born. This Cat RIB boasts speeds of up to 60knots in comfort and, at 14metres, set another record as the largest catamaran RIB. The evolution of the large RIB has also gone through construction and material changes from aluminium to fibreglass, and now we are seeing many composite high performance RIBs. However, apart from the Naiad system, on all the RIBs mentioned, the collars have been made in Hypalon. There is a reason for this choice and it primarily comes down to quality. A large inflatable collar can be expensive and is a crucial part of the design. The cost of reliability and longevity is carefully considered on large projects and with those requirements in mind, the obvious choice of material is hypalon. Currently the Largest known RIB is the Heaven 80 (23.98m) built by Italian manufacturers Heaven Group. This behemoth has 3 cabins with ensuites, and a huge swim platform. The next challenge is for New Zealand to reclaim its records!

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Williams Performance Tenders has upgraded the Turbojet range that now features an upgraded hull and new Textron 850MPE engine. The new hull allows for a smoother, drier ride in rougher seas, offering significantly improved handling and dynamic poise when cornering. Meanwhile, the new Textron engine offers increased torque in a progressively smooth way, making it easier to get onto

GR DE T RBO ET the plane faster and offering extra power for water-skiing. Noise and vibration are reduced, ensuring a more relaxing ride when travelling at speed. Mathew Hornsby, Sales Director at Williams Performance Tenders, said: “We are delighted with the very positive feedback that we have received for the updated Turbojet range. The upgrades that we have made to the hull and

AB INFLATABLE DEALER Marine Safe Australia becomes the seventh AB Inflatable dealer in Australia, in the rapidly expanding AB Inflatable family. Peter Campbell- Burns, the managing director of Marine Safe Australia is well known in the marine industry circles as is Marine Safe. Mike Ormond, representing AB Inflatables Australia, stated “Having the great team at Marine Safe on board is fantastic. We know that they have a large support base due to the expert and personal way in which they have looked after their clients over many years. AB Inflatables will only appoint dealers who are capable of offering a full service to clients”. www.marinesafe.com.au 126 | RIB ISSUE 2

engine are all part of our commitment to innovation and our refusal to stand still.” Williams Performance Tenders, with its Turbojet and Diesel jet ranges, is recognised as the world’s leading manufacturer of jet-powered tenders. Williams produces over 700 boats per year.

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a top speed of over 50 knots and the high quality finish that will show what JP RIBS brings to the market. Standard features include a custom console

dive gear storage. Bespoke design means a client can have a boat of their choice, designed for their specific needs. Whether keeping guests

Jonathan Edgar, a superyacht captain and his father Phil Edgar - boat builder with Pzazzz, JP RIBS crafts high-spec, highperformance RIBS, are finished to the standard Jonathan would expect to see on a superyacht. JP RIBS Custom 800 on display at the show featured a high spec RIB for the New Zealand and European market, with

drive station and storage, 8.5m custom hyperon tubes (carbon look), Carbon roof and pillars, 250-litre stainless steel fuel tank and 50-litre fresh water tank. A hand laid teak deck and high-quality upholstery add that superyacht look and the Custom 800 is also fitted with all the necessary deck hardware, ladders and even a custom deck hatch with optional

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Superyacht captain, Paul Bickley, is full of praise for the latest Protector RIB from Auckland, New Zealand manufacturer, Rayglass Boats. Paul Bickley, the skipper of the Monacobased 53-metre superyacht, Latitude, recently took delivery of Meridian, a luxury multi-purpose custom Protector 38 with a new Hydro V hull. “Meridian is everything we thought it would be,” he says. “Good looking, magnificently finished, very comfortable

and, most importantly, soft riding at high speeds, even in rough waters.” As Latitude’s tender, Meridian will be used as both a tow boat for water sports activities and as a luxury “limousine”, ferrying the owner and guests to and from the shore in comfort. It will also travel between cruising destinations under its power, rather than by being towed. “This means being able to handle long passages in often rough water,” says Paul

Bickley. “We cover over 7000 nautical miles in the summer and some of our voyages, Monaco to Turkey, for example, are 1700 nautical miles.” Powered by a pair of just-released Mercury Verado 350hp supercharged, four-stroke outboards, Meridian also features an increased fuel capacity to cope with her long rough-water passages. Rayglass Boats Ltd Ph: (09) 573-7979 www.rayglass.co.nz WWW.BOATMAGS.COM | 127

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S S LUXURY RIBS The 2015 Sydney International Boat Show saw SACS Marine Australia presenting a selection from the Italian-made, new generation RIB range SACS. Produced in Milan under the direction of award-winning designer, Christian Grande, the semi-custom range of RIBS from SACS Marine embody the philosophy that “the RIB is no longer a mere means of transport but becomes the fulfilment of a dream and a way of asserting one’s personality”. SACS range is available from 4m to 18m and boasts superior styling, performance and handling, large floor space and a myriad of features that equate to an extremely stable, quiet and dry ride. SACS Marine Australia representative, Richard Gazal said the standout values of Italian craftsmanship, attention to detail and appetite for performance ensure SACS RIBS attract plenty of attention. There are three core product lines in the

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SACS range: Individual Class, Sport Class and Top Class. The S780 is a spacious and powerful 7.8m launch, designed with elegant, fluid lines, teak decks and a sporty console at its heart, and with capacity for up to 20 people. At 8.43m, the Strider 8 combines elegance, performance and versatility. As a luxury tender, the Strider 8 would suit a large luxury yacht as a safe, stable and stylish ship to shore vessel, as well as for day trips, skiing and other water sports. The Strider 8 is also the ideal launch for day cruising, with a 16-person capacity, spacious teak deck, dining table and seating, large sun pads and swim platform with ladder. The Strider 10 is 10m of sleek, streamlined RIB, with additional sideboards near the engines for safe and convenient boarding. On board, the dining table, seating, wet bar and fridge, generously-sized sun pads

and ample deck area, make the Strider 10 ideal for sunbathing, entertaining and socialising. There’s a private WC and change room, as well as a double bed below decks for comfortable overnight stays. The Strider 13 Open is the versatile, luxury super tender or sporty day-boat for those looking for a high-performance boat with lots of space for outdoor life. Ideal for day trips with friends or overnights, it boasts a roomy cockpit, inviting sundeck, swim platform and electric ladder, canopy, kitchenette, meals area and superbly-crafted table and lounge, and a double bed in the stern with private WC, shower and basin. The driving station and seats are ergonomic and aesthetic, guaranteeing an unparalleled, smooth, dry ride and headturning style. SACS Marine Australia Ph +61 02 8336 6333 www.sacsmarine.com.au

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TWO BIG NAIAD TENDERS Currently under wraps and being finished in Auckland are two new 14m Naiad tenders. The pair share identical aluminium hulls but have quite different topsides â€“ one a centre console T-Top, and the second with a large cabin. Interestingly the cabin is built in lightweight composites, continuing a

trend of this traditional alloy designer dipping their toes into composites (see story on Strider 19 in this issue). Both of these 14m boats have twin Yanmar V8 370-hp diesel engines, coupled to duoprop sterndrives. This is the same drive train used on the Naiad 13m Oracle race tenders and several cruising derivatives

of that design. The cabin boat has a D-section inflatable pontoon, and the T-top has a new hybrid pontoon which transitions from D-section aft to round section midships and forward. Sea trials will be carried out in Auckland before both boats are shipped overseas. www.naiad.co.nz

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E LORER RELE SES L RGER ETBO T Seen at the recent Sydney International Boat Show was the first of the new Explorer Panther 3.8m jet boats. According to an Explorer spokesman, the

boat attracted a lot of interest from the big boat community and a number were sold for tenders. On display also at the show was an Explorer Panther 2.9m jet

in the tender garage of an Elandra 53 on the Cockle Bay Marina. See the full story on Explorer jetboats page 174 this issue.

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If you visited the recent Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show, you couldnâ€™t help but notice a sinister looking boat on the Fusion stand, an all black Sealegs RS 7.1 adorned with strategically placed blue LEDs. The only thing missing was Darth Vader.

The first Sealegs 7.1 was released in 2009 and with our test boat being #313.

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WHEN THE TEAM at Sealegs decided to release the new RS version of the already very popular 7.1 onto the market they wanted to make a statement. Something that would stand out from the norm. So, not only did they give the boat a total black/grey livery, from the tubes to the consoles, seating and rails, they also got Fusion Entertainment to bling it to the max with their latest entertainment technology. Fusion saw the boat as a great opportunity to showcase their very latest products, so nothing was left off the list. Glen Orr, Director-Sales for Fusion Entertainment says,” We saw this as a great opportunity to get a whole bunch of our products onto a boat and be able to show people just how easy it all is to use and the versatility of each system”. Soon after the show we got to take the first RS 7.1 for a run from Browns Bay across to Rangitoto Island. It was one of those mirror calm winter days, with the only ripple set up by a seal basking in the sun off Browns Bay beach. So as for performance, the 7.1 ran well with the ETEC 150 and gave a top speed of 37.5 knots. It’s a big RIB with a deep vee alloy hull and enough weight overall to perform well in the moderate to rough water. Being a centre console, it wasn’t the warmest, but then you would expect nothing else. FUSION PACKED If you are into your music, then what’s aboard the first Sealegs RS 7.1 will blow you away. We are talking seriously good sounds, which will find favour with those that appreciate their music.

The ‘Fusion’ Sealegs RS is equipped with the new 280 watts Fusion 750 Bluetooth

lighting. Fusion’s Signature Series marine speakers

stereo with multiple phone charger docks that will keep the music pumping for hours on end. The Fusion 750 delivers unparalleled sound performance and media integration. It features an internal Uni-Dock for charging, environmental protection and playback of the latest compatible Apple iOS, MTP Windows/ Android and USB media devices. It also includes Bluetooth A2DP/AVRCP audio streaming capabilities, support for Pandora and advanced Fusion-Link NMEA 2000/Ethernet/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity. Speaking of pumping music, the RS comes standard with four crisp 230 watt, 6.5” Fusion Signature Series speakers (the Fusion branded boat had eight plus a 450-watt sub-woofer and 2 1600 watt amplifiers) and all with inbuilt blue back-

are designed to offer unparalleled performance even when exposed to the harshest marine conditions. Combining ‘CURV’ Cone composite technology with a Silk Dome tweeter and fully sealed crossover components, the system is an aggressively styled solution for premium on-water listening. One of the cool features is the dualcolour diffused LED Lighting options that illuminate Striking Blue or Sparkling White, to either set the mood or start the party. Fusion also added an MS-NRX200 wired remote that allows you to manage the entertainment experience directly from the individual listening zone of the vessel. Most stereo functions are replicated by the remote, with full control of the volume, balance and subwoofer level at your fingertips. This can be either wired directly to the Fusion marine stereo or directly to an existing NMEA 2000 network, removing the need to run a cable back to the stereo. Plus, like all the Fusion systems onboard the Sealegs RS 7.1, it is fully sealed and rated water resistant. RS UPDATE The RS is a facelift version of the popular 6.1m and 7.1m RIBs, with the main focus being the helm console. While it fits on the same footprint as the previous console, it has lost the inward taper in favour of more vertical sides, which results in larger dash space. The windscreen is also taller, offering more weather protection and is mounted on a more rugged alloy frame. Another bonus is, it is now folding, which

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gives a very low height when at rest off the wheels. Great if you have a vertical

white is 828 recreational grade. The 866 is stronger and a little heavier than

tanks, 80 litres is the max that can built-in under the floor.

space issue where you store your boat. The increased dimensions of the console now allow for up to a 12” MFD, which is a big move from the previous 7”. Standard on the RS is a 7” Simrad. Plus there is still plenty of area for instruments and other accessories such as the Fusion systems and in our boat, an optional bow camera screen for increased visibility during tight manoeuvering on land. The stainless steel ski tower aft has been replaced with an all alloy version and comes with Railblaza mounts so you can run a variety of extras such as rod or drink holders. In keeping with the rest of the boat, the powder coated silver ski tower was also painted black. Another feature of the RS version is the tubes, constructed of 866 military grade Hypalon material, whereas the standard

the 828 and being black is also more susceptible to expansion when hot, so built-in pressure valves are fitted. Normal tube pressure is around 2.5 psi.

However, if you think 80 litres is enough, then the extra tankage space can be used for storage instead. Or you may like to gain some extra cockpit space and not have the seating pod at all. It’s your choice. In the 7.7 version, all the fuel is carried under the floor. There is also a bench seat across the transom, so there’s no shortage of places to sit. There are plenty of storage areas under the floor, aft under the transom and the forward seating of the console. The bow section of the 7.1 offers two seating positions, one forward above the anchor locker (100 m warp capacity) and one ahead of the console. However, there is the option of a fully automatic anchoring system which means you eliminate the bow seat and in our boat the console seat storage was taken up with subwoofers.

SEATING PLUS The standard seating layout of the 7.1 hasn’t changed, with three rows of double seats aft of the console, plus extra seating forward. The helm seat doubles as the engine box for the Honda generator and comes complete with a soft cushion roll backrest and separate grab rail for the aft seat passengers. The aft seat carries the same handrail and back roll but is also the auxiliary fuel tank with an extra 100 litres available. Due to the hull construction and the fact that space under the sole is all accounted for such unique components as hydraulic oil

OFF WATER FEATURES Sealegs are all about being able to perform both on and off the water and the RS 7.1 does it all with ease. It is also available with the very latest in Sealeg’s technology, which makes it even safer and more practical on the land. The RS 7.1 uses Sealeg’s System 60, which has a carrying capacity of 2.5 ton and is recommended for boats up to 8m. Unlike System 40 this system comes complete with all wheel drive (AWD), Automatic Braking System (ABS) and Xtended Run Time (XRT). ABS is a land-based mechanical brake within the rear drive motors which automatically activates. This happens when the boat is parked and the inboard WWW.BOATMAGS.COM | 137

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motor is turned off or a hydraulic transmission failure or if the operator activates the emergency stop button on the console. To support these enhanced safety features, the leg assemblies have been redesigned for greater strength and fitted with specifically designed hubs and bearings. The emergency stop button is designed as a failsafe and should only be used if the operator has lost control of the boat while on land. Another recent innovation is Extended Run Time (XRT) which is now standard on all models allowing each craft to operate on land for 30 minutes inside every hour. This has been made possible due to the fan assisted hydraulic oil cooling, which reduces the engine box and exit air temperature. There is also a hydraulic hot flush valve, which sends hot transmission oil to the oil tank via a radiator and replaces it with cooler filtered oil. Plus a 50 amp alternator gives better

SPECIFICATIONS Make & Model: Manufacturer: Priced from: Price as tested: Type: Construction: LOA: LOH: Beam: Deadrise: Height on trailer: Weight: Test Power: Propeller: Power Options: HP Range: Speed On Water: Speed on Land:

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Sealegs RS 7.1 Sealegs NZ $174,000 + gst NZ $190,000 + gst Amphibious Vehicle 5mm alloy hull / 866 Hypalon tubes 7.13m 6.50m 2.61m 21 deg 1600mm 1800 kgs Evinrude ETEC 150 Viper 17” Outboards Only Up to 150 37.5 knots 5 knots

battery charging as well as the ability to run additional electronics. With an XRT package, Sealegs warrants a run time on the land of 30 minutes every hour with an annual recreational use of 100 land return trips to a maximum of 20 hours. All Sealegs amphibious craft now come standard with All Wheel Drive (AWD). Each of the three wheels has its own wheel motor. This allows for maximum traction and terrain capability when encountering beach inclines of soft sand, shell, shingle and pebbles. AWD greatly increases the manoeuvrability of Sealegs craft, but if further traction is required, reducing the pressure in the tires can further increase traction on difficult terrain. Finally, diff lock is available as an option to augment the functionality of AWD. The diff lock option allows you to force all wheels to turn in unison, regardless of traction (or lack thereof) available to individual wheels. This, combined with AWD, will allow a Sealegs craft to

overcome more extreme conditions. As a rule of thumb, Sealegs says that if you can drive a 4WD vehicle through it, then you should be able to do the same with your Sealegs. They are capable of handling approx a 1 in 4 gradient. To add to your driving pleasure both on and off water Sealegs now come with power steering. This uses an electric hydraulic pump to provide extra pressure to the steering system. This provides the operator with fingertip control at the steering wheel for a more enjoyable experience, with far less effort when operating the craft on land. Sealegs manufacture just about everything that’s outside the boat to ensure the highest possible protection against corrosion, with the highest grade in-house castings and marine grade stainless. They even build their own hydraulic rams. 1000 BOATS Sealegs is now in its 10th year of operation and at the Auckland On Water Boat Show was due to launch their 1000th boat. An incredible achievement for any boat builder, but more for Sealegs, who have battled long and hard over the last decade for acceptance of their amphibious concept. Now with production around 100 plus boats a year and the release of their largest technology to date, the System 100, they have unquestionably stamped their place in the Kiwi and more importantly global boating market. The first Sealegs 7.1 was released in 2009 and is the most popular model in the range, with our test boat being #313.

FUEL & PERFORMANCE DATA Fuel capacity: 180 litres Rpm 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5400

knots 4.5 5.8 7.1 10.5 15.0 22.5 26.2 31.5 34.6 37.5

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FEATURE | Strider 19

WORLD’S BIGGEST RIB TENDER HAS KIWI CONNECTION

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Strider 19 is the largest superyacht RIB tender in the world and it has a Kiwi connection. Built by Italian RIB manufacturer Sacs, the Strider 19 is based on a hull developed by Picton based Naiad Design, headed by Steve Schmidt.

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THE FIRST STRIDER 19 was built as a tender for the Australian owned super yacht, Triple Seven and spec’d by its owner as a fast stable platform, perfect for day trips diving, surfing and entertaining. Giving great flexibility to guests when they wont to explore more secluded areas that the mother ship Triple Seven cannot reach. It takes the luxury RIB tender market to a whole new level. In recent years the company decided to develop a new strategy towards big luxury RIBs and special one-offs. The Strider 19 is such a project. Today Sacs Marine produce three ranges of RIBs and one special series; the Sport Class, 5m -8.75m, Top Class, 8.4m to 17.1m and the Individual Class for boats 12.5m – 17.1m. The Strider 19 project is the brainchild of Italian designer Christian Grande, who has designed all the recent Sacs ranges. The Kiwi hull is especially designed for rough seas, with a deep deadrise angle along the whole keel, from bow to stern. Reports from those that have driven this massive RIB is its perfect trim at any speed and how the big tubes, deep vee hull 142 | RIB ISSUE 2

and low centre of gravity enable fast and comfortable cruising even in rough seas. The Strider 19 is a massive superyacht tender by any standards and at 19m is too big to stow aboard the 68m (222.2ft) mothership, Triple Seven. The RIB is either towed between ports or in the case of long passages is shipped to Triple Seven’ss next destination. Measuring in at 18.3m long, with two cabins and room for 22 people to relax on the deck, the Strider 19 can be fully customised to suit the owner’s needs. The wide comfortable living is furnished by two extendible tables and many sofas on deck. The external kitchen, in addition to the one that can be fitted below the deck, is equipped for parties and dinners on board. The helm station is safe and comfortable; the enveloping windshield, four anatomical leather seats and two sliding doors give the best protection to the cockpit. Below deck there are two large cabins, one double and one triple, a bathroom and a dinette. But don’t let the creature comforts fool

you; this is a high-performance RIB at heart, as shown by the beefy sponsons, plentiful horsepower and surface drives. Boasting twin Caterpillar 1,150hp engines, the Strider 19 can hit a top speed of 50 knots thanks to its low centre of gravity and deep-V Naiad hull. It carries a beam of 5.45m and displacement of 21 tonne. Big engines running through surface drives consume a serious amount of fuel when run hard, so the Strider 19 is fitted with 3000 litre fuel capacity. The most efficient speed is 35 knots @ 1650 rpm with 0.14 nmpl and in this condition has a range of around 420 nm. At full throttle -2100rpm- the maximum fuel burn is 0.107 nmpl. The Strider 19 is definitely one of the most prestigious and stunning super yacht RIB tenders ever. ever, Combining form and function can be a hard nail to hit but the Strider 19 has it bang on.

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BOAT REVIEW | AB Oceanus 15 VST

LATIN FLAIR By Freddy Foote

Hailing from Colombia, comes the AB Oceanus 15 VST, a compact and immensely popular little RIB. Freddy Foote checks it out.

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The AB Oceanus 15 VST is a popular RIB from Colombia.

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I WAS QUITE SURPRISED to find out that the AB brand originates in Colombia. It’s not exactly a country that you would immediately connect with boat building, but the company has been building boats for over 50 years and doing it very well. Much like another industry Colombia is known for. The company has a number of configurations in varying sizes ranging from 2.60m through to 8.33m. Our test boat is from the Oceanus VST range and is labeled as a 15 VST. The tubes are constructed from a 5-ply Orca Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene (CSM) coated fabric that is specifically manufactured to resist scratches and UV damage, while retaining its durability. This fabric comes with a ten year limited warranty, the longest available in the industry. The tubes feature three air chambers, that are divided by a special baffle system that equalizes the pressure in all chambers. This results in an additional measure of safety. The hull of the Oceanus 15 VST is double-moulded, hand-laid fiberglass. The AB Oceanus line of console tenders was designed for professionals and cruisers who depend on serious performance and comfort. The boats feature AB’s unique forward hull design, making them one of the most spacious console tenders on the market. The extra-deep V-hull and innovative tube design allows the Oceanus to cut through the water for a dry cruising experience. I’ve always been a fan of smaller boats, and the Oceanus 15 VST is no different. Overall it’s quite a roomy boat for one

that is just under 5m in length. Storage is plentiful throughout and AB have done a

The centre console helm consists of a large stainless steering wheel, with

good job to make sure they make use of all the space available.

the engine throttle to the right. Below is mounted a Raymarine VHF radio and a stereo control unit and above are the Yamaha engine instruments. Our test boat also had a small Raymarine chart plotter and fishfinder, all protected by a small curved Perspex windshield. The forward section of the console with a front facing seat with backrest, lifts up and further provides storage access underneath. Additionally there is a seat in the bow with storage for the anchor tackle. Total seating will accommodate four people although the manufacturer states the boat can accommodate nine, with extra passengers seated on the pontoons. That might be fine if the boat is a tender for a larger boat and you are ferrying passengers from the mother ship to land, but I can’t see the 15 VST getting up on the plane with that load. The fuel filler is located aft, built into the fiberglass transom section, meaning that any fuel spillage can easily be cleaned up. One huge feature of the 15 VST is its 95-litre fuel tank, which is very generous considering the overall length of the boat at just 4.27m.

VERSATILE RIB The Oceanus range is a very popular option as a tender for a larger vessel, so with that, the 15 VST comes with davit points already fitted. Two in the bow, and one on each side of the transom. The helm bench seat complete with backrest is big enough to accommodate a skipper and a passenger. Aft you have a moulded outboard well, with a small ski arch above, complete with two rod holders. The bench seat has plenty of storage underneath to store any gear you want to keep dry. What was cool was the boat had a stereo system fitted with the speakers mounted into the seat base below.

COMFORTABLE RIDE At the helm itself, there is good visibility forward; a low windscreen does give reasonable protection from the wind. There are also some grab handles are positioned around the boat for passenger comfort. The cockpit is self-draining making it an ideal dive boat, and scuppers are built into 146 | RIB ISSUE 2

each of the aft corners. Rated from 60hp through to 75hp outboards, our test boat was rigged with a 70hp Yamaha four-stroke outboard. Once up on the plane, it achieved a top speed of 32 knots @ 5700rpm. The 70hp will be adequate for a variety of boating activities. However, you may have to vary your passenger positioning inside the boat, particularly when getting up on

the plane. We threw the Oceanus 15 VST into some wakes and a little chop and it handled it very well, delivering a very dry and comfortable ride – not getting a single drop of spray onto us. The Oceanus 15 VST comes on a single axle multi-roller trailer, complete with fully submersible lights and has a towing weight of around 650kg. Beach launching

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Model & Model: Priced from: Price as tested: Type: Construction: LOA: Beam: Deadrise: Trailerable weight: Test Power: Propeller: Power options: HP Range: Fuel capacity: Trailer:

AB Oceanus 15 VST NZ $35995 NZ $42995 RIB Fibreglass 4.57m 1.99m 24 deg 650kg 70Hp 17” alloy Outboard 60-75hp 95L Single axle

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is also certainly an option. What to say, what a great little boat! I was really quite impressed. The 15 VST allows for a variety of boating options, from watersports with the kids, or something to be used as a tender for a much bigger vessel. Packages for an Oceanus 15 VST start from NZ$35995 with this particular rig priced at NZ$42995 as tested.

Notable Standard Items: Diamond shape non skid deck, draining splash well, stainless steel fold down cleats. Notable Options on Test Boat: Raymarine VHF, Stereo, GPS/Fishfinder, Yamaha 70hp four-stroke outboard. Contact: Family Boats www.familyboats.co.nz Phone: 09 274 0511 Email: sales@familyboats.co.nz

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Above: SMUGGLER (NZ) Smuggler are one of the few companies that have embraced the Sealegs technology and fitted it to their own designs. Currently they offer both cabin and centre console models based on 7.5m (Strata 750), 8.5m (Strata 850) and 9m (Strata 900) hulls. Strata 770 Sealegs pictured.

EXPLORER (NZ) There are eight models from 7.1m to 8.3m in the Explorer range. Based on GRP hulls they are available as the 7000 Blue (centre console) or the 7000 Phoenix (cabin). Engine options are outboard, sterndrive or jet.

It wasn’t so many years ago that if you wanted a RIB, then your choices were limited to tenders and there was very little offered over about 4m. However, that has all changed now and RIBs have got bigger, more sophisticated and certainly far better designed and set up. Seeing RIBs over 6m is commonplace and the number of new models seems to be growing every year. In the previous issue of Pacific RIB, we looked at RIBs around 6-6.5m, of which there were over a dozen to pick from. This time, we thought we would explore what

RIB ADVANTAGES No matter what size the RIB, they all come with much the same advantages, such as lightweight, (approximately 25% less than conventional boats of a similar size), stability at rest, natural fender protection when coming alongside another vessel and safety provided by the inflatable collars around the hull. The Hypalon tubes today are virtually resistant to low impact collision, with multiple separate chambers around the hull that negate the impact of any punctures caused by minor accidents.

Effectively what you have is a big inflatable lifejacket around the boat and even if you leave the bungs out and it fills with water, it can’t sink. Also, your outboard powerheads will still be out of the water and won’t get damaged. Larger rigid inflatable boats have a variety of uses. They can be used for recreational and leisure purposes, or they also serve a much more serious purpose as tenders, rescue and patrol boats. Globally they are the first choice for coastguards, military and customs.

was available around 7m-9m, both from local builders and international brands. Surprisingly there is a lot from both local brands, such as Sealegs, Protector, Lancer, Southern Pacific, Explorer, Assault, Atomix and Smuggler and leading imports such as Brig, Gemini, AB and Sacs.

And no, they won’t sink if you puncture a tube, due to the multiple air chambers so that in the event of a puncture the whole boat will not go flat. Most will have at least three or as many as twelve independent air chambers, depending on the size of the boat.

While just about every RIB up to 6.5m is either open or side/centre console, when you get into the 7-9m category, the size is available to offer wheelhouse and cabin boats. One of the earliest exponents of this was Rayglass Protector, who today produce a wide range of cabin boats from WWW.BOATMAGS.COM | 149

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AB (Colombia) There are two models from the Oceanus Series, the 24VST and the 28VST. Both are console tenders based on an extra-deep V-hull and innovative tube design.

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CASTOLDI (Italy) Castoldi Jet Tenders (23, 25 & 27) are fitted with diesel engines, waterjet drives and the highest quality equipment available for best performing yacht tender duties.

8.5m through to 13m. Cabin boats are now offered by many RIB manufacturers, with the majority based on 8m plus hulls. Local Kiwi builder Smuggler Marine have taken the design to a new level, by offering a mid cabin with a walk-around aspect, that certainly makes excellent use of the available space.

Above: AMF (NZ) This Wanganui based builder has two full cabin models, the 750 QRV and the 900 QRV, both based on alloy hulls with diesel/jet unit or outboard power. There is also two larger models, 950 QRV and 1150 QRV.

NOVURANIA (Italy) Italian style at it’s best, Novurania offer eight models from the Customline 700 through to the Chase Series 27. They are all centre console and inboard powered.

POWER PLUS When it comes to power, big RIBs need plenty if you want them to perform. Anything over 8m usually has twin or triple outboards or a pair of reasonable size diesel or petrol sterndrives. Shaft drive RIBs are very much the domain of 10m plus vessels. Big RIBs are based on traditional deep vee hull designs and so in the main their ability in the rough water is good. Given the size and the horsepower, and the fact they are favoured by a lot of Coastguards worldwide, you would expect that handling big seas is what a big RIB is all about. The tubes not only provide a natural ‘cushioning’ when punching across the rough water, they provide a greater than normal beam to the boat. However, the shock-absorbing qualities of an inflatable tube vary considerably with the air pressure inside it. A relatively soft inflation

allows the tube to change shape so that in effect the overall hull shape alters, helping to establish a near optimum shape of the hull to absorb the impact of the wave. It is this concept that contributes to the RIB’s excellent rough sea performance. When the tube pressure is too high, the whole character changes and instead of adapting to oncoming waves, the tubes start to bounce, making the impact worse. This increases the boat’s motions and slamming effect on the waves, rather than damping them out. This bouncing effect can also cause the boat to bounce from side to side, creating a very uncomfortable lateral motion. While tube pressures are hardly a consideration in most sea conditions, if you are using your RIB in a challenging sea, think about reducing the tube pressure to produce a more comfortable ride. For example; an 8.5m RIB will carry a beam somewhere around 2.75m, whereas an 8.5m GRP deep vee will be closer to 2.5m. This is also a great bonus when at rest, providing extra stability, - as the rear of the tubes rest on the water- so the RIB settles in the water and is not so susceptible to a rolling motion. At speed the rear of the tubes, again provide some extra stability as well as a softening effect in rougher water. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM | 151

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WHO IS DESIGNING & MAKING YOUR TUBES?

NORTHSTAR (Turkey) Their extensive range offers models in both centre console (720RS) and cabin (880RS & G9500). The 880RS (pictured) has a unique side cabin and walkaround design and extensive cockpit seating.

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ATOMIX (NZ) The 7500 Adventurer is pitch at the diving market for those that want to go further offshore. Features are a centre console and either outboard or sterndrive power options.

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LANCER (NZ) Unquestionably New Zealandâ€™s longest standard inflatable boat builder, Lancer offers two models in the 7-9m range, the RD750 and the RD850. Both are centre console and available with outboard or inboard engines with stern or jet drive systems.

BRIG (Ukraine) The Brig E 780 has seating for 8 and a capacity for 16 people. It is the flagship for the company and comes with additional compartments for a fridge and a marine toilet.

ASSAULT (South Africa/NZ) The Assault 850 and 890 are both blue water full cabin boats based on GRP hulls. Power options are outboard, sterndrive or jet. A larger 10.5m version is also available.

RAYGLASS PROTECTOR (NZ) The innovators of the full cabin RIB, this international recognised brand offers two centre console models (7.5 CC & 8.5 CC) plus two cabin versions (850 Cabin & 900 Cabin). Their range extends to 13m and are all available in outboard or sterndrive power options.

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WAVEBREAK (NZ) Manufactured in Nelson, each Wavebreak is custombuilt and handcrafted to extremely high standards. Boats are available in cabin or centre console and jet. Wavebreak 10m pictured.

SOUTHERN PACIFIC (NZ) Built from the finest French ORCA Hypalon and with solid GRP hull, the Vortex 750 is the largest RIB from this company. It is available in centre console with outboard power only.

GEMINI (South Africa)) From this top South African RIB builder comes the Waverider series, with both the 730 and 850 fitting into our range. However there is also the Waverider 1050 that completes this range of full cabin boats.

SACS (Italy) One of the new arrivals to Australasia, the SACS brand has been around for sometime, with the company specialising in luxury tenders, from 7.8m through to 20m In the 7-9m category they offer the S780, S870, Strider 8 & 9. Sacs 780 pictured.

ZODIAC ( France) The company that started the RIB revolution offers the N-Zo 700 and 760 models in either cabin or centre console variants.

SEALEGS (NZ) Ten years and 1000 boats later, Auckland based Sealegs has established itself as the world leader in amphibious technology. There 7.1 and 7.7 RIBs make launching and retrieving an effortless task. While the 7.1 is available as centre console only, the 7.7 (pictured) is sold in both centre console and cabin versions.

The geometry of the tube design acts like an extra wide chine and deflects spray for a drier ride than that of a conventional chine on a deep vee monohull. There is the benefit of much wider ‘coamings’ than on a GRP or alloy boat and also the coaming height is a lot lower, so closer to the water. This can be advantageous when fishing or boarding/ disembarking the boat, but the low coamings may be of concern if you have

then you better have somewhere to store it in mind. If you are going to keep it on a marina, then best you invest in a floating dock system of some kind to keep the hull and engines out of the water. If you can’t do this then you will need to antifoul the hull and engine lower units. Dry stacks are very popular for RIB storage and have the necessary beam to allow you to leave the tubes inflated. Even if you have room at home, the transporting

Then there is the issue of cleaning your RIB. Quite easy really, just soap and water will do everything you need. Big RIBs can look very cool, with crisp, modern designs and sharp colours and graphics that stand out against a crowd of traditional boats. In the 7-9m category, we have identified 19 brands that are readily available in New Zealand & Australia and over 55 models. These are a mix of centre console and cabin boats and a mix of grp and alloy

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BOAT REVIEW | Assault 850 Midcab

SS LTING T E SENSES By Freddy Foote

The Assault 850 Midcab underway on Auckland harbour.

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In the bluewater performance RIB market, there are a number of options available to buyers in this discerning segment. A quiet achiever is Assault Boats in Auckland. Freddy Foote checks out their smallest model in the range, the 850 Midcab.

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THOUGH THE ASSAULT 850 Midcab is a reasonably large craft, it is actually the smallest model in the Assault range, sitting underneath an 890 and a 1050 model of which the company has sold a number of each into the Australasian and Pacific markets. The Assault range is a bit of a manufacturer hybrid. The hulls and tubes come via Gemini Inflatables in Cape Town, South Africa. From the Gemini factory, the 850 hull features an aluminium keel strip, which is attached to a box section on the keel of the boat. This box section is an intricate part of the mould and is filled internally with chop strand mat. Gemini then uses extra woven roving to form over the top of this to make a solid internal keel. The alloy keel protector is then screwed on the outside of this solid box section. This allows the boat to run up on beaches or rocks (hopefully not!) without damaging the keel or if you miss the trailer when you are retrieving the boat. The boat arrives in New Zealand as a bare hull, fitted with the Hypalon tubes. The hardtop and cabin section is then fitted, and the internal layout is customised to suit whatever the customer should choose. CUSTOM LAYOUT Our test boat boasted a relatively standard layout and configuration with a few options also fitted. It is, in fact, the demonstrator vessel of Family Boats, the Auckland dealership for the Assault range – so this boat, albeit with a few hours on it, could be yours if you wish! Seating consisted of twin pedestal seats

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for the skipper and passenger, mounted on bases with storage below. Built into

system and switch panels. To the right of the navigation screen were the controls

the same base were aft-facing passenger seats. Across the transom was a large removable lounge seat, with extra storage available underneath. At the helm, the driving position was comfortable, both when seated and standing, with the helm controls within easy reach. Wipers are available on both sides of the curved glass screen and storage shelves are available on both sides of the helm area – great to store drinks bottles, keys, phones, charts, etc. The seating position is quite high, which I liked, and there was an elevated footrest for both the passenger and skipper. The dash was well appointed, with a large Garmin 12” MFD flush mounted immediately behind the steering wheel. To the left were a trio of Yamaha gauges, while below was the VHF radio, stereo

for the Maxwell anchor winch. Sliding windows on both sides keep the helm area well ventilated in those hot summer months. SENSIBLE LAYOUT Stepping down into the cabin, immediately to the left is a small gas cooker with sink unit alongside. A neat feature is the gas cooker can be folded onto the top of the sink to create a small table. The cabin squabs are all fully upholstered and the cabin sole is lined with a removable carpet. Located under the starboard squab is an electric toilet – privacy is guaranteed by the zip in canvas curtain that separates the cabin from the helm area. Access to the bow area is via a large hatch, from the cabin with the bow featuring two forward facing seats, a large bollard and access to the anchor locker. The anchor itself is recessed into the bow below and when anchoring a small camera in the anchor locker captures the position of the anchor via the large navigation screen mounted into the dash. The hull and deck are self-draining; the big scuppers aft being a prominent feature, making it an ideal boat for diving where there is often a bit of water coming on board. The cockpit is finished in teak as an option and our test boat was also fitted with a large stainless ski arch. I’m not sure what it would be like to water ski behind a boat of this size, but I bet tow toys would be a lot of fun! The Assault 850 Midcab is perfectly suited to long distance day trips, or overnighting.

On the hardtop is a stainless steel bracket, to mount a small tender, ideal for those excursions ashore. Internally the 850 Midcab has a big boat

and at full rpm it gave a healthy top speed of 43.5 knots at 5800rpm. At a reasonably quick cruise of 24 knots @ 3500rpm the Yamaha 350hp outboard

at speed are concerned, the 850 Midcab was certainly up there. It was very easy to drive and responded well to trim and throttle adjustments. A RIB with a length

feel, the layout is easy to navigate and there is plenty of seating. The boat has a maximum person capacity of eleven, with seating provided for all. Game fishing is a serious option as well, with game pole mounts also fixed to the sides of the cabin should you wish to troll some lures. 1500 rpm will see you doing 7.0 knots using around 10.5L/H of fuel. Worried about a large fish puncturing the tubes I hear you say? Sure it may happen, but the Hypalon tubes are incredibly strong, and even with a tube deflated, the boats are still very much driveable and will not sink. V8 POWER Our test Assault 850 Midcab was powered by a Yamaha F350 4-stroke V8 outboard,

was using 43L/H, and based on the 350L fuel tank would give the 850 Midcab a range of 170 nm. Underway the Yamaha F350 V8 outboard, as you would imagine sounded fantastic and got better the further you put the throttle down. However, the engine noise wasn’t overly obtrusive, and we were able to converse relatively normally while underway, even at full throttle. The hull is rated to 400hp, so it will easily handle twin 200hp outboards on the transom. I thought the 350hp outboard was an ideal match, and I see no reason for wanting twins except for maybe a little extra top end speed. If you prefer a more sedate pace, then a single 300hp or twin 150s d would be fine. As far as performance and comfort of ride

of 8.5m and a 26-degree deadrise is going to go well! We tested it on a choppy and blustery Auckland Harbour and whatever we threw at it, it took it all in its stride. The faster and you went, the better it seemed to go. At rest the 850 Midcab is very stable, help by the fact that the tubes sit in the water. Overall, I loved the 850 Midcab. The RIB cabin market used to be quite niche’, however, in recent times it has certainly changed, with some different sized models and configurations now available locally. The 850 Midcab has a superb finish, with serious bluewater performance to boot and is the ideal vessel for those who want to get to their on water destinations quickly and comfortably no matter what the conditions.

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Assault 850 Midcab NZ$159,995* NZ$189,995* RIB GRP/Hypalon 8.50m 2.90m 26 degree 2700kg 350Hp Yamaha Saltwater XL 17” Single/Twin outboard 300-400hp 350L Tandem Axle braked.

Rpm 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 5800

knots 5.6 7.3 8.2 13.0 18.6 23.9 27.8 33.0 36.0 40.0 43.5

L/h 6.7 10.7 17.3 26.5 35.5 43 55 70 84 108 125

L/NM 1.200 1.500 2.200 2.100 2.000 1.800 2.000 2.200 2.400 2.700 2.900

Range (NM) 260 210 140 150 150 170 150 140 130 110 100

Contact: Assault Boats NZ Ph: 021 988 815 Email: sales@assaultboats.co.nz

Notable Standard Items: Large diameter 7 section 550mm Hypalon tubes, self-draining cockpit, heavy duty hull construction with alloy box keel, through bow anchoring. Notable Options on Test Boat: Stainless steel ski arch, Anchor windlass / rope / chain / anchor, rear moulded lounge, teak flooring. Boat Supplied by: Family Boats www.familyboats.co.nz Phone: 09 274 0511 Email: sales@familyboats.co.nz

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PAINTING A RIB

How easy is it to paint the tubes on an inflatable boat? We thought we would find out.

Our Projet before we sent it to One10 for a make over.

Recently we took delivery of a 5-yearold Rayglass Projet and while the bright yellow Hypalon tubes were still in great condition and lacking none of their sheen, it wasn’t the colour we wanted to promote RIB magazine. Having had some experience a few years ago with signwriting Thundercats, I was well aware of the difficulties in painting PVC or Hypalon tubes. The elasticity of the fabric obviously doesn’t lend itself to your conventional marine paint, but fortunately there are a number of specialist products available. We made a call to ONE10 Yacht Painters at Gulf Harbour, who has built up an enviable reputation as one of the leading 160 | RIB ISSUE 2

boat painters in Auckland. Their expertise in all things timber, glass and alloy also stretches to inflatables. They use a Kiwi product called Marine Shield, which provides a high quality UV protection to marine fabrics. It will reduce the amount of breakdown caused by UV exposure and while one of the thinnest coatings, still has one of the highest UV ratings in the world. Marine Shield product MS110 & MS110.5 is offered with a 5 Year UV Warranty. One of the interesting features about Marine Shield is that when applied it can be up to 300% lighter than other products presently available. Marine Shield provides a hard surface

that retains its flexibility and makes the surface easy to clean. It also has a mould inhibiting quality, as mould can cause a rapid deterioration of materials. COLOUR CHOICE Marine Shield has an extensive colour range including fluorescent, pearl, and metallic finishes giving it a unique customised appearance which has not been previously available After some consultation with the experienced team at ONE10, we chose gunmetal grey. Obviously as the boat was to be displayed at the boat shows and events around the country – we wanted to have the boat sign written for added

The boat being prepared for the Marine Shield 110 coating.

The first coat of grey is sprayed on.

Before painting the boat needed to be masked around certain areas.

recognition and promotion. Fortunately the Marine Shield coating welcomed the creative vinyl signage, designed by our sign-writing wizard, Steve from Letter Rip. RIGHT PRODUCT Getting the right paint on your RIB or inflatable dinghy is essential. Inflatable boats have plenty of advantages but one of them is not eternal life of the tubes. The tough alloy or fiberglass hulls can take a lot of wear and abuse, but when it comes to the soft tubes, then thatâ€™s a whole different story. PVC is the worst, with a life span before it needs replacing of 5-10 years, depending on how you look after it. PVC is subject to the sun leaching the elastercisers out of the fabric and forming hard spots and dullness. Hypalon on the other hand can look as good as new 20 years after it was first glued to the hull. However, again that all depends on, just how you look after it. TLC is required and while rips and tears can be patched, it is the overall appearance

of the tubes that eventually deteriorates and dulls, giving your RIB that well used look. The harsh effects of UV exposure, frequent use, and operating in polluted waters can all take their toll on inflatable boats, whether they are PVC or Hypalon. Proper maintenance and frequent washing with a good dinghy cleaner help keep grime, oxidation, and organic fouling (barnacles, slime, etc.) to a minimum,

but eventually, a new paint job may be needed. Topside paints for inflatable boats, in general, have a poor reputation for durability, but there are some very good products on the market now that will stand up to the tests of time on the waterâ€”and especially in New Zealand, the harshest of all UVs.

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prepared before you go near it with a brush, roller or spray unit. It is recommended to repair and reattach components or patches that may be coming lose prior to painting. A hot air gun will soften the old glue and then you need to clean all the surfaces with an appropriate solvent. This should then be followed with an inflatable boat cleaner to remove any excess grease, dirt or oxidation and then all areas to be painted wash and dried. Having a clean surface to paint is essential, so it’s important to not only go over the larger surfaces but also get right into the seams and joints, as they can be real dirt gatherers. Inadequate surface preparations will result in unsatisfactory result. Masking areas can be done by using standard Low Tack Masking Tape You can apply most RIB suitable paints with a brush, roller or by spraying although professionals usually go for the spray method. If you don’t have that option at home, then a brush is fine. Some manufacturers recommended using a brush with natural bristles as synthetic bristles may dissolve due to the solvents. This goes also for rollers, which are usually synthetic and prone also to breaking down due to solvents, thus spoiling your final finish. ONE10 sprayed our Projet RIB, using Marine Shield 110 that can only be applied by approved applicators and has been used on many of the Coastguard vessels and work boats in NZ and around the world. To help maintain the new finish and to further resist the effects of UV, an application coat of polish is recommended each time you clean your inflatable, we also called on Ocean Covers & Upholstery to have a snug fitting, custom cover made to further protect our newly painted baby from the harsh NZ weather. Overall the process of painting our RIB was very straightforward and the result is our 5 years old Projet looks brand new. The secret is getting the job done professionally, by people that known what they are doing. Also make sure you have the right materials for the job, such as the products from Marine Shield. We are very happy with what we ended up with and look forward to seeing you on the water this summer.

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BOAT REVIEW | Smuggler Strata 550

BUILT WITH SSION Text & Photos by Barry Thompson

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The Strata 550 is suited to outboards 60-90hp.

Smuggler Marine have in a few short years established an international reputation for their Strata RIBs, more especially their tender range. Barry Thompson took their most popular model, the wide bodied Strata 550 for a run.

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THE FIRST SMUGGLER RIB LAUNCHED in 2004 was a 7.5m version, with the range of tenders and trailered RIBs now extending from 4.5 to 11m. They have proven very popular both as luxury tenders as well as recreational sports boats. The ability to be able to offer custom finish tenders is a big plus and owners can get exactly the layout that suits their purpose. Smuggler split their RIB range into three separate divisions; family cruisers, Strata tenders and amphibious ribs, of which there are now more than 25 models available. The Strata 550 is one of 14 models in the Strata RIB range and according to Smuggler Marine’s David Pringle is also their biggest selling model. “Currently the RIB division of Smuggler Marine makes up about 80% of our business, and it’s growing all the time. We have built 54 of the Strata 550s,” says David. David Pringle admits that he is very passionate about his RIBs and he loves building, designing and releasing new models. He was the first outside Sealegs themselves to embrace the Sealegs Technology on a RIB and to date has built just over 20. Not bad for a very specialist type of boat. “We have never had so many boats on the order books and with about 2/3rds of those for the local market I am more than happy the way the market is heading in New Zealand. The deep vee hull under the current Strata 550 is a new generation from the earliest Strata 550, being about 300mm wider, offering more internal beam and is being marketed now as the wide-body version.

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There is some flexibility in the hull mould, as it is also used for the Strata 450, 490

sole, completely open with no console or seating. From there it’s your choice.

and 520 models. Smuggler offers both PVC or Hypalon for the tubes, with about 25% of the owners choosing the more expensive Hypalon. David commented that most of the Strata 550s he builds for superyacht tenders were in Hypalon. The tubes have five chambers with safety ropes inside and out and double wear patches where required. The hull is a two piece grp construction with an inner liner. Smuggler offers a five-year structural hull warranty. Under the cockpit sole is a 90-litre stainless fuel tank and a dedicated ducting tube for all the controls and electrical wiring through to the helm. Nice and tidy and out of the way.

You have the option of a side console with some access down the port side or a jockey console with a central helm and access both sides. You can add a teak floor if you want to give the boat that luxury look and then there are various seating layouts as well. Our test boat had the most popular option, with the side console arrangement. Personally I like this better than the jockey console where your passengers have to sit straddling the seat behind you. Sort of like a PWC or motorbike. There is still excellent access down the side and with the double helm seat and forward seating style there is sitting for five people…and that’s without utilising the tubes. The double helm seat on our test boat has storage under and a reversible roll back cushion. You can have single or twin pedestal seats, twin buckets or nothing at all. It’s your choice. The helm is extra large on this model and allows for up to a 12” MFD screen, plus still leaving space for all the other instruments and switches. Probably a 5” is enough, but if you do like the look of a big screen, then no problem fitting one. The perspex screen works keeping the wind off your face when driving and there’s also a good solid handhold surround. The bow seat hinges to give access to not only the deep anchor locker and all the required anchor tackle but also the battery box. The extra weight of the battery forward helps to balance the boat better than having the weight of the battery in the transom. Something I appreciated when driving the boat on my

CHOICE OF LAYOUTS The basic Strata 550 starts with a grp

own. A moulded fibreglass support holds the stainless fairlead in place. In front of the helm seat is a fully insulated chilly bin/storage with seat cushion lid. There is also two in sole storage lockers as well as extra dry space in the helm console. No shortage of places to put both wet and dry gear. POWER OPTIONS Our test boat came with an Evinrude ETEC 90. The base boat comes with an Evinrude 75hp ETEC. David says that they have built a few with 115hp outboards, but when they do, they raise the transom to 25” (standard 20”) to cater for the larger engine. Quite frankly I reckon the 90hp is enough power for the Strata 550. On a calm upper Auckland Harbour, with just myself aboard, I found the boat extremely responsive and acceleration

SPECIFICATIONS Model: Priced From: Price as tested: Type: Construction: LOA: Beam External: Beam Internal: Deadrise: Trailerable weight: Test Power: Propeller: Power options: Fuel capacity: Trailer:

Strata 550 $NZ38,000 $NZ46,944 RIB GRP / PVC 5.50m 2.40m 1.30m 23 deg 750 kg Evinrude ETEC 90 Viper 17 Outboard 60-90hp 80 litre DMW

was exceptional. Even at maximum speed and with a lot of trim, it wasn’t hard to control. However, if you are going to run the boat with an 115hp outboard, you will need some experience to drive it safely at speed. The underwater sections are so efficent, the boat runs only on the last 20% of the hull at speed, so there’s not much hull in the water. The tubes certainly help stability both at speed and it really comes into play at rest. The wide overhang also helps keep the boat dry. The Strata 550 is a very capable and versatile little boat that is not only a nice size for a big boat tender, but also is small enough for having fun with the kids, beach launching and with the smaller horsepower very economical to run.

Notable Standard Items on Test Boat 5yr structural warranty, UV resistant upholstery and s/s grab handles PVC tubing, 5x chambers, Stainless steel fairlead, 80lt fuel tank, bilge pump, Switch panel, nav lights, brass keel band, battery, box and switch gear Notable Options on Test Boat Chilly bin, Lowrance Elite CHIRP 5”, Cobra VHF, Railblaza ports, baitboard, ski arch Manufacturer: Smuggler Marine, Ph +64 9 838 9024 info@smuggler.co.nz www.smuggler.co.nz

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AROUND THE WORLD BY RIB Alan Priddy recounts the incredible journey in 2002 when he went around the world in the 10m RIB, Spirit of Cardiff. By Alan Priddy

A well deserved stop-over at Port Antonio.

It’s a beautiful day. The sea is flat, and the sun shining. We’re at the northern end of the Philippines and there off our port beam is a large fishing boat. It is just a fishing boat, isn’t it? Suddenly our VHF radio crackles into life. “What a day!” says the voice, with a degree of exultation. It’s an odd remark to hear on Channel 16, and it certainly doesn’t conform to the normal rules of radio traffic. But then again, the fact that he’s altered course towards us suggests that what he’s fishing for isn’t what’s swimming in the water beneath him. “Spirit of Cardiff” skipper Alan Priddy gently eases our throttle open, and starts to pull away from him. The fishing boat tries to keep up with us. Within a minute

thick black smoke is pouring out of his exhaust stack - he’s at full throttle. We’ve gauged his limit, we’ve teased him. Now we open our throttle and leave him standing, our distinctive whale tail wash slapping against his bow as the final insult. It’s the last in a string of incidents with pirates from the Red Sea to the South China Sea. Sailing around the world is commonplace. Whilst the record now stands at not much more than 60 days, with many boats competing every year to try and trim it down even further, our attempt to make a record circumnavigation of the world in a powerboat is in far more exclusive company. Just one powerboat has set an official record around the world, the “Cable

and Wireless Adventurer”, achieving a time of just under 75 days in 1998. A FANCIFUL THEORY? The Adventurer was a state-of-the-art trimaran, 35m long, with a crew of 18, and multi-million Euro corporate sponsorship. We’re trying to break their record in a 10 metre Rigid Inflatable Boat with a crew of three, and not even enough money to guarantee the trip. It might sound fanciful, but in theory, we can do it. We proved the point in October 2000 when we knocked an hour and 19 minutes off Adventurer’s fastest port-to-port record, their first leg from Gibraltar to Monaco. “Spirit of Cardiff” has the punch to do the job, but we never manage to attract the major WWW.BOATMAGS.COM | 169

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Motoring in mirror smooth waters of the Indian Ocean.

Alan Priddy contemplates the journey so far while crossing the Med.

A lot was asked of the Yamaha diesel and it delivered well.

sponsorship to do it properly (September 11th was the final nail in the coffin of most marketing budgets), and to run the ground support crews we knew would be crucial in gaining fast turn-round times in ports where “manana” is the order of the day. Even so, we aren’t going to let the minor inconvenience of insufficient funds stand in our way. On Easter Sunday 2002, waved off by Welsh First Minister Rhodri Morgan, and amid national gloom over the death the day before of Her Majesty the Queen Mother, we set out from Cardiff Bay to our official start point in Gibraltar. Just getting to the start line proves a trial. Our autopilot fails, and then in heavy following seas off Portugal’s Cape St Vincent, the boat is thrown into a wave with such force it smashes both front windscreens. But the boat is repaired, and we set off on the timed circumnavigation, heading east across the Mediterranean. After a good run to Malta, we have an unexpected accident making a night entry into Valletta harbour. We run into a tuna fish farm which is uncharted and unlit. It’s 170 | RIB ISSUE 2

a bit-disconcerting running into something at 20 knots when you can’t see it. Our top speed is 35 knots. The boat smashes through a barrier, skims over two large floating booms, and rips off the outdrive. We’re left wallowing inside the corral without power, and end up being towed ashore. We get a new drive flown out to Malta, and the boat is repaired in 24 hours, but now we have to sit tight for the weather to pass. The storm, which smashed our windscreens in the Atlantic, is one, which has killed people in the Canaries. Now we’re waiting for Malta’s worst storm in 17 years to pass. TYPHOON SEASON It sets the scene for much of the weather all the way around the world. Everywhere it’s doing nasty things at the wrong time of year. The typhoon season in the Pacific starts a month early. Between Okinawa and the southern end of Japan sees us in the biggest seas, with 18 metre waves which one night puts the boat on its side.

Thankfully I miss the moment we’re nearly turned over - I’m so exhausted I sleep right through the whole incident. No part of the north Pacific is kind to us. We’re dogged by appalling weather all the way from Japan to Panama. The day after we pass through one tropical storm off the coast of Mexico, it’s upgraded to a hurricane. But the worst is to come, in the Caribbean. A 600 nautical mile passage from Panama to Jamaica, which should have taken just a day and a half, sees us in a storm, which reduces our speed to four knots, taking five and a half days to arrive. We tie up in Port Antonio, battered, bruised, exhausted, and on our last litre of water. There are of course good times - amazing wildlife encounters, with humpback whales, dolphins and seals close to the boat, incredible sunsets, and beautiful wild coastlines. My favourites are the remote Kuril Islands between the northern tip of Japan and Russia’s Kamchatka peninsula, and the Aleutian Islands. And ironically, the bad weather gives us

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The crew, Alan Priddy, Steve Lloyd and Clive Tully.

Above: Changing a drive in Singapore. Left: Alan Priddy is the foremost exponent of long-distance offshore RIBbing in Britain, and arguably, the world.

Sometimes it helped to shelter behind a big ship, as we did in the Red Sea.

the opportunity to meet more people. A millionaire businessman in Miyazaki in Japan takes us under his wing for a couple of days, and again in Eureka, North California. Everywhere the comments are the same. “You’re going round the world in THAT? It’s not big enough!” DODGY PIRATES Apart from the incident with the fishing boat near the Philippines, we have some close calls at the southern end of the Red Sea, and in the Gulf of Aden. Here most of the piracy is perpetrated by opportunist fishermen out to supplement their meagre incomes, but there are also organised gangs using high-powered speedboats. We see both kinds. Twice we find ourselves looking down the barrels of AK47 rifles - once in Aden, and once in Sri Lanka. In both cases they’re misunderstandings with officials, but that would be little consolation if they had actually pulled the triggers. When we try to enter the port of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy, in Russia’s far east, without permission, there is a tense moment where we are told we may 172 | RIB ISSUE 2

be blown out of the water. This is the home base for Russia’s nuclear missile submarine fleet - hence the nervousness - but we’re out of fuel, having come all the way from the Japanese island of Hokkaido, and we need to get into harbour. In the end, we’re allowed in, although we are effectively placed under arrest overnight, and not allowed to venture along the quayside more than 20m from our boat. We don’t make the Cable and Wireless record - the weather puts paid to that. But we carry on regardless. If we can get back to Gibraltar, we’ll still get the UIM (Union Internationale Motonautique) record for the fastest circumnavigation of the world in a powerboat under 50 feet (15.24 metres). People are willing us on from all over the world. FATE INTERVENES After 23,000 nautical miles and over three months, fate plays yet another unkind trick on us. 320 nautical miles offshore from Newfoundland, and just five days away from Gibraltar, crewmate Steve Lloyd suffers a massive heart attack. The rest of the day is a tense race against

time, backtracking for nine hours in treacherous seas to get within range of a rescue helicopter sent from Gander. Steve is airlifted to hospital in St John’s, ending our circumnavigation attempt. We are shattered, and there is no way we could continue as a two-man crew. Two months later, Alan and I fly out to Canada with another crewman. We’ve been told that the clock was still running, and that provided we bring the boat back to Gibraltar, the under 50ft record would still be ours. It will be touch and go, as the hurricane season has already begun. One hurricane has already passed Newfoundland, and a tropical storm is on its way. But fate has one nastier trick up its sleeve. During the time overnight between the boat being fuelled for the 1,200 mile crossing to the Azores and our arriving in the harbour to set off, a small float valve at the stern of the boat has jammed open. The boat is flooded, and parts of the Yamaha 6 cylinder turbocharged diesel, 260hp engine is damaged. This time it really is the end. It is nearly a year before the boat finally makes it home. www.spirit-of-cardiff.com/shop

ALAN PRIDDY TO HAVE ANOTHER ATTEMPT the world for refuelling including Puerto Rico, Honolulu and Singapore.The project team, named Team Britannia, an 80 foot boat will set off from Gibraltar on their 24,000 mile voyage next year. Made from marine-grade aluminium 80 per cent of which will be recycled - it will carry 7,700 gallons of what the

team say is a revolutionary emulsion fuel, which reduces harmful emissions such as nitrous oxide when burned. It will have an estimated top speed of 34.4 knots and an estimated average speed of 22.5 knots.

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NT ER TENDERS Even with two big men on board, the Panther 3 planes easily and produces an exciting, dry ride.

READY TO TAKE ON THE WORLD Explorer Panther jet-powered inflatable tenders are finding favour for their good looks, zippy performance and affordable price tags. By Mike Rose 174 | RIB ISSUE 2

Top: The Panther 3 Series’ exciting performance is a big part of its popularity. Right: Explorer Panther tenders typically reach just 4600rpm at cruise and up to 5800rpm at WOT. At cruising speed they typically burn just 8.5 to 10 litres per hour.

Although Explorer Boats created their first jet-powered Panther inflatable tender back in the mid-2000s, it was a decision made just 18 months ago that has seemingly put the brand on the fast track to international success. In early 2014, Explorer director Mark Goodhew decided to give his Panther Cub Jet a complete revamp. Although the boats were performing well and were competitively priced, they were garnering hardly any attention. After careful consideration, he figured the problem could be in their appearance; perhaps their look had simply become too dated. He set to work. Looking to Europe, he found inspiration in the motor yacht styling and colours of brands like Azimut, Moody and Bavaria.

As a result, the boat’s bow was widened to create more internal volume and the centre console was redesigned. A beamier aft seat allowed two people to sit side by side in comfort (while ensuring the vessel still planed easily). A boarding platform was added, as were teak accents on the floors, the aft quarters and other high use areas. Finally, the colour scheme was changed to one with a more European feel: cream GRP and detailing, offset with high quality black Hypalon tubing, teak finishing, a carbon dash and a colour revamp of the upholstery. The effect, says sales manager Bruce Ballinger, was dramatic. “From a boat that initially struggled to get any traction internationally, the new

Panther 3 Series was suddenly in demand.” TENDER SUCCESS Relaunched just 12 months ago at the Sydney International Boat Show, the 3-metre Panther 3 Series immediately attracted the attention of numerous launch and yacht manufacturers, including Gold Coast-based Elandra Yachts. Manufacturers of high quality sport yachts, Elandra were looking for an equally high class tender to fit in the aft locker of their new Elandra 53s. However, there was a slight problem: the standard Panther 3 has an LOA of 3 m while the Elandra’s aft locker can accommodate tenders up to just 2.9 m. The problem turned out to be just that: slight. Because all Explorer inflatable craft WWW.BOATMAGS.COM | 175

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1. The restyled Panther 3 Series features a wider bow to create more internal volume, a boarding platform and teak accents on the floors, the aft quarters and other high use areas. 2. A beamier aft seat allows two people to sit side by side in comfort (while ensuring the vessel still planes easily). 3. The Panther 3 Series features a properly marinised, super-reliable Toyota engine that starts first time every time and for which there is parts and service readily available in every part of the world.

are individually built at the company’s base in Kumeu, north of Auckland, the size issue proved easy to fix. The Panther was shorted to 2.85m and its beam narrowed slightly. The Elandra 53, complete with its Explorer “locker tender”, was showcased at this year’s Sydney Boat Show. The results were very encouraging. In the 12 months between last year’s launch and this year’s show, Explorer’s Panther 3 Series inflatables have appeared on a number of other brands of large cruisers (both in lockers and mounted on either platforms or upper decks). Bruce says interest in the inflatables is also growing from overseas boatbuilders, in particular from those based in Hong Kong, Canada and Malaysia. “On the international market, Panther Series tenders are proving very competitive,” he says. “They perform really well, look great and are up to 25% less expensive than competing brands, due to New Zealand’s labour costs and the lowering dollar. 176 | RIB ISSUE 2

“They also come fully-spec’d so owners or skippers do not need to spend their valuable time fitting them out.” HIGHLY SPECED All Explorer Panther tenders come standard with items such as navigation lights, pop-up stern and bow cleats, towing eye, lifting eyes, a 25-35 litre underfloor fuel tank, those teak inlays, removable under seat stowage bins and an automatic bilge pump. The engine, in the case of the 3m tender, is a 115hp, 1000cc 4-stroke EFI Toyotabased marine engine with 4 valves per cylinder and fitted with twin performance cams. For added convenience, it comes with a keyless start. “The engine is assembled and marinised at our Kumeu factory ,” says Bruce proudly, “The hull, including the Hypalon pontoons, is also manufactured in-house by our expert technicians. Very little is produced externally. “This means we have total control over the entire building process, ensuring our

build quality, finish and presentation is always of the highest quality.” Explorer also uses only top-of-theline French “Orca” Hypalon for all of its tender tubes, with all featuring three or more chambers for safety. Bruce says the Panther 3 range, which includes a 3.2-metre and a 3.4- metre version (as well as the 285 and 3), are initially usually bought solely as tenders, commonly for a luxury sports yacht or motoryacht. “However, once the Panthers are on board and being used, people realise just how much fun they are. They are soon being used for towing wakeboarders, skiers and water toys — or just for playing around in.” Bruce says the entire range is enormous fun to drive with anyone from a novice to a seasoned boatie able to step aboard and, with little effort, master what is a very user-friendly craft. “There is a lot of lift in the hulls and this makes the tenders very dry and very economical to run,” he says. “They are

The Panther 285 in its locker aboard an Elandra 53 at the Sydney Boat Show.

also very soft riding in the rough, despite their short waterline, and, thanks to their large stainless steel water jets, are very responsive, too. “The jet power also means they are safe to use around kids, even when they’re swimming and, of course, they can go very close to shore which is obviously great for exploring.” With their centre-mounted engines, the boats are also very well balanced and easy to plane — even when there are two big men sitting on the back of a little 285. With their 1000cc 4-stroke marinised Toyota engines, the Panther 285 and 3 are capable of speeds around 30 knots. The larger 3.2 and 3.4 models employ a larger 1300cc engine and top out around 32 knots. “The bigger models obviously have more torque which makes them faster out of the hole and better for skiing or wakeboarding,” says Bruce. “However, the best part is that all the models cruise or race flat out at comparatively low revs.” He says the Explorer Panther tenders

typically reach just 4600rpm at cruise and up to 5800rpm at WOT (wide open throttle). At cruising speed the boats typically burn just 8.5 to 10 litres per hour. “This is in stark contrast to some of our competitors’ boats, which are regularly pulling around 7000rpm!” He says the lower revs means much less strain on the engines and far better economy. Bruce says the marinising process involves Explorer getting the Toyota block and head units (“which are basically Yamaha engines”) and adding their own camshafts and manifolds. “There’s clearly a lot more to it than that but the outcome is a properly marinised, super-reliable engine that starts first time every time and for which there is parts and service readily available in every part of the world.” EXPANDING RANGE He says the Explorer Panther 3 range now complements the existing 380 and 420

models, which are increasingly finding favour in ports both big and small. “In New Zealand, we now have Explorer Panther tenders on the water in Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington and Picton and there are also models in West Australia, Malaysia and Florida. “We have now also established permanent distributors in Sydney and Malaysia.” He says the Panther range is just “the tip of the iceberg” for Explorer, which also now has a number of other ranges of recreational water jet and outboard models. “These are just as amazing as the Panther series. All of the hulls have been through design and testing processes to produce the best possible performance for the customer. “Feedback across the board is that Explorer has hit the nail on the head.”

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BROKERING THE DEAL How important is the role of the boat broker and what part do they play in making certain your boat transaction is smooth sailing?

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The long established brokers that have been in the same location for many years can have a large repeat and referral factor.

THE TRADITIONAL HANDS-ON Kiwi and Aussie attitude often takes a dim view of middlemen. “Any job worth doing is worth doing yourself,” is our motto. Why pay someone 7% commission to sell your boat when you can put an ad in a magazine or online? Why buy a boat through a broker when you think you may pay an extra 7%, added by the seller to pay for the broker? Well, it’s your decision, of course, but it might help to provide a balanced view. The role of the maritime broker is becoming more important as the number of boats and boat owners increases, the value of boats increases, the legal complexity of doing business increases, and we become more integrated with the global marketplace.

HOW TRUSTWORTHY ARE BROKERS? The first thing to appreciate about brokers is that reputation matters in the marine industry. The boatbuilders, manufacturers, service providers, technicians and brokers constitute a small community in which everyone knows everyone else. It’s so close, in fact, it can get stuffy. But the benefit for the public is that if anyone does a dirty, everyone knows about it. The boating fraternity is incestuous. A broker has to be honest, or else everyone will know. Like Real Estate agents, the onus is on brokers to disclose any faults they have been advised of by the owner. The history of a boat is important to a buyer, and most long-term brokers know facts about the boat that perhaps the current owner isn’t keen to

disclose sometimes. The majority of brokers are from a boating background and they know what it’s like, so they don’t want to sell someone a ball of trouble. In New Zealand, brokers who are members of the Marine Industry Association have agreed to a code of ethics, and the industrygenerated Disputes Tribunal provides a recourse for anyone who feels they’ve had a raw deal. There is an argument that the tribunal ‘lacks teeth’, and it would be fair to say that it is a mediator rather than arbitrator, but in the great majority of cases a settlement is reached, and it has certainly saved consumers huge amounts of money. But there are brokers, and there are brokers. WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 185

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Dealing through a reputable broker will give you peace of mind, knowing that everything has been done to achieve the perfect purchase.

In fact, some say there are possibly too many brokers and a fringe element of transients has damaged the industry’s reputation. Anyone can be born with selling skills, but product knowledge and a feel for the industry take time to acquire. . “Brokering is a lifestyle,” says Phil Gilbert of Gilbert Marine. It’s a vocation for people who love boats, and enjoy talking with people who love boats. From the standpoint of sellers and buyers, it pays to remember that you get what you pay for, and professionalism costs. If two brokers are charging 7% commission while a third is willing to do it for 3%, it might be wise to steer cautiously. What service is the third broker cutting to be cheaper? Using an unprofessional broker could be worse than using none at all, since it gives a false sense of security. Leigh Smith Yachts, Dean Leigh-Smith says that Australian industry standards for commission are: 11% $50k-$100k -9.9% $100k-$250k - 8.8% $250k - $500k and 7.7% $500k+. In the USA, an 8-10% commission is the norm, and the whole industry happily shares listings on a brokerage controlled website, as a shared earn is ‘worth the effort’. The buyer and seller are greatly advantaged by this co-opting. The MIA offers a National Certificate in Marine Sales & Services course, designed for participants to gain the knowledge and skills required to be Marine Industry recognised and qualified as a competent Boat Broker. In this qualification, trainees gain a

comprehensive and detailed understanding of all aspects of the boat sales and brokerage business activities. This includes formal valuation of boats, representation on behalf of boat vendors to market, managing the boat sale and purchase process, as well as assisting with financial and insurance requirements. Also, trainees gain an understanding of the New Zealand Marine Industry and boatbuilding methods. This qualification takes, on average 1.5 to 2 years to complete. One way of getting the best out of brokers, says Dick Marlow of Gulf Group, is: “Don’t

change horses. Once you’ve found a broker you can deal with, stick with him.” The MIA standard for introduction - agreed to by its members - is that once a broker has taken a potential buyer into the saloon of the boat, that broker is now the buyer’s agent on that vessel, should they choose to buy it. If the buyer goes to another broker and buys the boat through them, the first broker gets the commission if it’s within 90 days of his last point of contact with the buyer regarding the

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boat. This clarifies matters in any case that goes before the Tribunal, but the law holds different criteria. Legally, the commission goes to whoever was ‘the effective cause of the sale’ - which lays it open to lawyer interpretation in any case that goes to court. In other words, this is a potentially very messy situation for all concerned. It makes sense then to build a relationship with a broker as you would any other professional. Brokers spend all day talking with people about boats and just generally hanging out around the waterfront. They get to hear things that might be useful to you as a potential buyer or seller to know, but which you wouldn’t necessarily find out if you just barged into a strange broker’s office and looked at his catalogue. “Generally people who buy through a broker are satisfied and happy with the decision and appreciate the help through the whole buying process, from the survey to the sea trail,” says Baston. He added that they are the ‘middle man’ that keeps the balance right through the negotiation process. WHAT DOES THE BROKER OFFER? The power of the internet means any buyer can view most boats for sale in NZ from the comfort of their lounge or office, but they are not benefitting from a brokers knowledge. There are a lot of sellers, but only so many buyers and a broker can be a touchstone for buyers. If you’re selling a boat, a broker can

1. Hauling the boat out for a full survey is a must do. 2. You should not hesitate in having a qualified mechanic carry out a full engine inspection. 3. The oil’s mineral content and fuel quality can tell much to an experienced engineer – it’s like a blood test.

give it 168-hour-a-week exposure over the Internet - including internationally. The broker happily shows your vessel at 10.30 Sunday morning, or 3.00 on Wednesday afternoon to buyers from other areas, while the seller is asleep or at work. The broker also removes any personality bias and acts as an insulator and mediator. Many long-term brokers in today’s industry rely on a ‘repeat and referral’ basis for their clients and listings. For the seller, he can provide a true indication of where your boat stands in relation to the marketplace. For the buyer, he matches your requirements, resources and capabilities to what’s available. The successful broker feels a responsibility to match the right boat to the right buyer.” For the seller and buyer, the broker is an information resource. While most people are familiar only with those boats they’ve sailed in, brokers have a wealth of knowledge about many different boats. The best of them spend most of their waking hours working with, discussing, or thinking about, boats. But they also have access not only to their experience but that of other industry professionals. “The long established brokers that have been in the same location for many years can have a large repeat and referral factor, that in turn can benefit both the vendor and purchaser in all sorts of ways”, says Wayne Baston, Director of Laurie Collins Westhaven. The knowledge brokers provide also extends to law. Brokers have, according to Peter Busfield, MIA Executive Director, “a very

good track history” in dealing with legal issues without the vendor and purchaser having to use expensive legal advice. The MIA provides its members with sales and purchase agreement forms that standardise the buying process. Australia also has guidelines for brokers to follow laid down by the national industry governing body BIA. BIA Marine Queensland for example has a strict set of ethics, mandatory prerequisites such as banking trust accounts and license requirements that brokers must adhere to. “Probably the most important item is the paperwork ATS (authority to sell form) and OTP (offer to purchase and sales agreement), which are documents written in a fair manner and offer protection for buyers and sellers alike”, says Leigh Smith Sales, MD, Dean Leigh-Smith. “I know of dozens of stories where buyers have purchased directly from a vendor and signed a contract that locked them in and subsequently forfeited deposits in the event the survey or sea trial that wasn’t satisfactory. One client I know is still in court trying to get a deposit that was in the hundreds of thousands of dollars back from a failed sale. It’s two years on he still doesn’t have a boat. That situation simply wouldn’t have arisen if he’d purchase through a pedigree brokerage” adds Leigh Smith. A LIABILITY SAFETY NET The law holds the broker responsible for

selling a product of a quality that meets the general marketplace standard. This takes a definite worry factor off the buyer’s shoulders. It’s not that easy to guarantee the quality of a second-hand boat. Brokers usually stipulate that the buyer pays for a marine surveyor to check the boat. Using a surveyor makes good sense even if you’re not using a broker. It’s not just a matter of looking for rusty screws; it can take a skilled and experienced eye to pick out osmosis, for instance, or worms. However, these days you’re highly unlikely to find a surveyor who’ll check an engine. The problem is that while they can feel reasonably sure in confirming the quality of the hull, superstructure and fittings, engines are problematic. The only way you can be sure of an engine’s quality is to take it to bits. If you’re not prepared to go this far, the liability is yours. At the very least, get an oil analysis from a company such as Auckland-based Marine Diagnostics Ltd. The oil’s mineral content can tell much to an experienced engineer – it’s like a blood test - and at about $200 it is very worthwhile. Otherwise, there is plenty written on the net about what to look for when checking the engine for yourself. However then the onus is on you if anything happens. Travis Thompson of Thompson Marine Services based in Coomera, Gold Coast who regularly carries out engine inspections says: “ You should not hesitate in having a qualified mechanic carry out a full engine inspection, WWW.BOATMAGS.COM 187

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If you do decided to go ahead with the purchase, having a full antifoul before going back in is a good decision.

even if it is just external as you can learn a lot just from the presentation of the engine”. However, he adds that he goes over the service history of the engine first and that tells a lot about how the engine has been looked after. “A sea trial is always advisable when we can check things like boost, back pressure and blow-by and get a better understanding of the condition of the engine inside. While we can’t 100% guarantee the engine, we can provide a reasonably accurate analysis of its condition”. ELEMENT OF RISK But when buying a used boat, there is always an element of risk. Don Salthouse from Salthouse Marine Brokers, says, “Buyers need to realise that if they want guarantees and warrantees they should buy a new boat; but if this is outside of their budgets, then they must be realistic when buying second-hand boats that do not have any guarantees.” So what do brokers do in cases where their clients purchase a boat only to demand compensation for technical defects? Where the grievance is genuine - in particular, if the broker has made a mistake - they tend to pay up readily. As one broker puts it: “The general broker policy is, ‘if you muck up, just shut up and pay up’.” It makes sense, given the

importance of reputation and the expense of litigation. Brokers rely on their sellers telling them of faults and issues, which they can pass on to prospective buyers. This information may not always be forthcoming, and consequently most reputable brokers carry significant liability insurance to protect themselves and their clients to some degree. But in cases where the grievance is inspired by, shall we say, less scrupulous motives, and the broker is not at fault, they are willing to fight. Phil Gilbert says that “individual brokers and brokerages share product knowledge and look out for one another. There are few secrets in our trade, and we can share our knowledge to benefit buyer and seller, and the selling brokerage.” The business world is changing. It’s become a lot more complicated and a lot less gentlemanly; with a lot more opportunities - and a lot more risks. Specialisation makes sense. By all means do-it-yourself in areas where you are expert; but if the marine industry isn’t one of them, it might pay to see a broker. In general, brokers are an ethical bunch of guys doing their level best to put you into a good boat - and with contracts and knowledge that protect both parties. With boats being such an emotional

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TOURNAMENT 8.6 with a new 315hp Yanmar, only 50 hours. This boat would be one of the best examples we have seen. Decked out for fishing and cruising a great sea boat if you want to go to the Great Barrier, Kawau wherever you want, you can go in saftey and style. Hard top clears, fully enclosed and dry. On board it has a two burner cooker, sink stereo tv and all the comforts for sleeping including a head. This boat is a great package including a new 315hp Yanmar diesel fitted in late 2014 and only done 50 hrs and still under warranty. A huge opportunity for some body to have all this ready to go without the expense. Our instruction is to have the boat sold, inspect outside our office in Westhaven. ONLY $118,000. Call Wayne on 0274 502 654.

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Doral Intreque 2008 These factory produced vessels are built in Canada to such a high standard and the finish is outstanding they are a must to inspect. This boat has just had a major service of engines and drives thatâ€™s now not due for another 5 years, also new antifoul and a full groom, ready for the new owner and the coming season. Powered by 2 x 260hp Volvo engines giving a cruise speed on 22-24 knots and a top end of 30. An open layout aft which is spacious and aided by an adjustable rear seat and extended swim platform which also supports the dinghy on davits and fishing gear rod holders. Forward is a large galley and saloon with a forward double berth and a second aft double berth this is a great entertainers boat with stereo CD surround sound, TV and Sky receiver, and two fridges and freezer. Fully enclosed covers over the cockpit with removable side curtains. The helm station has everything at your fingertips, GPS depth sounder, stereo remote even a rudder angle indicator. This boat has all the gear for cruising the gulf or Bay of Islands, all serviced and ready to go with nothing to spend as its all been spent for the new owner to enjoy. Value at $218,000. Call Wayne today on 0274 502 654

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2011 HORIZON 97 RAISED PILOTHOUSE. An exceptional vessel in impeccable order. A fantastic opportunity to

purchase a 97 Raised Pilothouse. Offered for sale for the first time by its original owner. Powered by twin Cat 1652hp C32â€™s giving a top speed of 22 knots and a comfortable cruise of 10-12 knots. 240v boat from new. Extremely well optioned with 38hp ABT Bow and Stern thrusters, twin Onan 27kw gensets, TRAC stabilizers, four generous staterooms plus substantial crew quarters comprising of two cabins and living area making a 6 cabin boat for an owner/operator. Vessel currently cruising Australian waters and has been professionally crewed/maintained since delivered new. Price is exclusive of any taxes and relocation costs. Please call/email for full specifications and details. US$4.3M.

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Fantastic opportunity to own one of the finest sports-fishers in Australia. This beautifully maintained Viking is absolutely loaded with the very best of equipment and considering today’s exchange rates represents excellent value. Powered by a pair of regularly serviced C18 Cats and including a 17kva Onan genset, she is ready to fish or cruise. Electronics include Furuno 1150 sounder, Furuno 4kw Radar, Furuno RD30 and GPS.

2000 CARIBBEAN 26 FLYBRIDGE SPORTS FISHERMAN - $59,000 Here is a “One Owner” Caribbean 26 Flybridge ready to fish. This sports fisher is presented very well and has been well cared for. Powered by the strong and reliable Mercruiser 4.3Ltr EFI V6’s with Alpha 1 legs. This well proven vessel is ready to shoot offshore with the boys or cruise/overnight with family and friends. A nice clean and honest version of this very popular model.

2009 MARITIMO OFFSHORE 500 - $849,000 A rare opportunity to purchase a fully rigged Maritimo sports-fisher with almost every quality conceivable extra fitted. Outstanding gloss black hull and Black Marlin Tower, this boat is a standout!! Powered by 715hp Cat C12’s with 200 hours since rebuild. Includes Brigg rubber duck w/- 40hp Yamaha and a 450kg ADC Davit. It will pass any inspection and sea trial. Motivated vendor.

2015 GRADY-WHITE 226 SEAFARER - $139,900 This Seafarer 226 will “WOW” you with the amazing amount of cockpit room. Whether you are fishing or enjoying time on the water with family and friends, this boat punches well above her waterline length. Fitted with a powerful Yamaha 300hp 4 stroke, she runs flat out at over 40 knots and cruises at around 30 knots. This stock boat has the optional hardtop and 4 sided clears/covers. Includes an Alloy Magic Tilt Trailer with Long Skids and backed with full factory warranties.

2011 BOSTON WHALER 345 CONQUEST - $395,000 This is a unique opportunity to acquire this high end “as new” sports-fisher. This particular boat has the lot including a fully outfitted Black Marlin Tower. Only 195 hours on triple 250hp Mercury’s. The previous owner of this boat added almost every conceivable extra, right down to a new Flir night vision camera. Any inspection and sea trial will definitely not disappoint. Huge savings on a replacement boat – All Trades Welcome.

2008 BLACK WATCH 40 FLYBRIDGE - $495,000 This is the very last Black Watch 40 built! The boat is highly optioned with a semi custom build and in current survey 2C + 1E Survey 9 (QLD Rego)...Beautifully presented fishing machine for pleasure or charter work with low hours. A rare opportunity here. With an extensive list of upgrades, includes new electronic suite and clears. Powered by twin 540hp Cummins Diesels with approx 1370 hours. You will not find a better Black Watch!! Maintained with an open cheque book.

2009 BOSTON WHALER 345 CONQUEST - $295,000 Here is your opportunity to own a large volume outboard powered sports cruiser/fisher. Ample power with triple Verado 250hp four strokes and accommodation for up to 5 adults in luxury. These boats are full of features and luxuries to suit family weekends away or offshore trips chasing the big catch. Last anti-fouled April 2015. Includes aft drop clears, bow thruster and Northstar electronics. Australian delivered. Too many inclusions to list, phone or email now for a full inventory. Trades Welcome.

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Here is the most versatile model in the Grady-White line-up. This 275 dual console will suit hardcore offshore fishing, entertaining or cruising with family and friends or towing the kids on a tube. Powered by two lightweight Yamaha 200hp 4 strokes with super smooth electronic controls. Make an effort to explore this dual console Freedom Series for the ultimate “All Rounder” for offshore or inshore use. Trades Welcome. (Sister-ship Photo).

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CAT CONCEPTS 14.8M POWERCAT A RHYD 14.8m planning hull powercat. Built by Grant Mitchell, twin Cat diesels. This vessel has had a recent total respray, new covers, electronics, genset, tender and davit. A huge volume 3 cabin, 2 wc layout, Full hardtop flybridge with internal access, a great entertainers boat, with impressive seakeeping and stability. Sold by GML to her second owner (current), she is presented in excellent condition. Asking $885,000

EXPLORER/CLIPPER 46. An immaculate 1 owner Clipper 46, powered by a 480hp QSB Cummins with 600hrs. 7kw genset, bow and stern thrusters, beautiful teak interior with Ultraleather, ADC davit, a full Raymarine Electronics package including Sat TV. This vessel has many extras. A rare opportunity to buy one of these sought after craft. Contact Phil at GML for full inventory and pricing.

CAT CONCEPTS 11.5 POWERCAT The first RHYD designed Cat Concepts 11.5, this 1999 craft is in great condition. Twin 250hp Mercruisers on Bravo II outdrives gives 20kt cruise. 1 motor has 0 hrs after a full rebuild. A 3 cabin, 2 wc layout inc cockpit wc/shower. Full hardtop flybridge with easy access. Sold by GML to her current (2nd) owners she is realistically priced at $330,000

The last of this model launched in NZ, this was the 2nd 11.5 for her owner, incorporating some modifications from his hull # 1. Twin 240 Steyr diesels on Bravo II legs. A spacious 4 cabin layout, with a cockpit accessed (big) wc and shower. Full hardtop, with fwd steering, watermaker, sat TV, and good electronics. Sold by GML to her current (2nd) owner she has new clears and a recent survey prepared for her next owner.Vendor wishes $480,000 or would trade to an Arrowcat or Blackcat.

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A top example here in NZ. A big performance cruiser, with Sth acific s capacity. Cruise at 10 or 20kts. The 62 has a huge range of options including full Wesmar hydraulic thrusters, stabilizers and windlass. Full width master cabin, guests and optional crews quarters. Available in traditional or modern contemporary interior fitouts.

EXPLORER 58 Our all new semi displacement MRC features a massive volume, raised pilothouse interior, with options for upper or saloon galley placement, open plan or closed wheelhouse, and very large master and 3-4 guest cabin layouts. Toy Shed an option too.

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Our all new Pilothouse 50 with single or twin engine installations, light or traditional interior trim, many options for your own tastes. Stabilizers, lowering boarding platform, thrusters all add to the cruising package

Explorer 50 Flybridge sedan. 2 here in NZ, and another on the way, this spacious 2 cabin boat has the ability to cruise at 10 or 15kts, dependant on your wish. Many options and a choice of layouts means you can customise this boat to your wish list

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2 in NZ, this small sister to the 50 is nearly as big. Single or twin engine options, 2 cabin layout. These models come with a comprehensive inventory, but you can customise for your bespoke options

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We have a range of vessels from 28’ to 70’, Long range or semi displacement, wide body or walkaround, Pilothouse, sedan and Hudson Bay style. Ask for the full range detail. Most photos above taken in our modern Ningbo, China Boat Building Factory.

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