The complete RIB manual : the definitive guide to design, handling and maintenance / Dag Pike.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pike, Dag, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Inflatable boats--Design and construction.

Inflatable boats.

Inflatable boats--Maintenance and repair.

Seamanship.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (272 pages ) illustrations (colour)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : Adlard Coles Nautical, Bloomsbury, 2013.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

First built in the 1960s for rescue work, the Rigid Inflatable Boat has revolutionised the marine market. 'The Complete RIB Manual' is the ultimate reference, catering to all aspects of a RIB's design, handling and maintenance, aimed at all owners and users, both commercial and leisure. First built in the 1960s for rescue work, the Rigid Inflatable Boat has revolutionised the marine market. The Complete RIB Manual , published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the first RIB, is the ultimate reference catering all aspects of a RIB's design, handling and maintenance, aimed at all owners and users, both commercial and leisure. The emphasis of the book is entirely practical, and covers:1. A History of the RIB. Early development. Modern design: leisure, commercial and military2. RIB Handling. Impact of hull design, tube types, internal layout and engines. Driving techniques: throttle control and driving position. Advanced techniques for economy, sport and rough seas. Cruising: planning, weather, anchoring and communications. RIBs as tenders - stowing and towing. Launching and transportation. Safety and survival3. Maintenance. Outboards, diesels, water jets, stern drives, fuel tanks and electrics. Tube care: cleaning, repair, replacement. Hull maintenance. Winter storage, checking for leaks, servicing The Complete RIB Manual is a comprehensive worldwide reference for all RIB owners and users, covering all the information necessary to handle and maintain a RIB of any size.

Contents:

part one. A history of the RIB

part two. RIB handling

part three. RIB maintenance.

Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-4081-8014-6

1-4081-8013-8

OCLC:

858762933