Island RIBs 7.5m
Beneath its superb gelcoat finish is a structural rigidity that can take the punishment that this sort of boat is…
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Beneath its superb gelcoat finish is a structural rigidity that can take the punishment that this sort of boat is…

In addition to being remarkably good to drive, it is spacious, affordable, safe and dry. … such is the calibre…

There is no doubt that Trusty have used the available space to the absolute maximum. The Trusty 23 is a…

The MF895 is really an already proven concept, being very closely based on the 855. When it comes to the…

Greg Copp visits a somewhat elderly, feature-packed US-built fishing boat that, despite needing a little TLC in places, defies its…

… the courageous 44GT feels a bit like a rich man’s folly – thrilling but imperfect. It looks superbly self-indulgent,…

It’s this blend of routine family compliance and snarling apocalyptic ferocity that makes the M5 such a charming paradox. ……

The helm layout has a sporty but purposeful look and feel to it. A great deal of thought has gone…

It is broad, open and bright, with uninhibited views, ample sleeping spaces and enormous storage capacity. …this fledgling outboard…

With the Camira, Windy have upheld their tradition of producing mouth-watering sports cruisers. … another Windy classic that will cause…

Brig Eagle 650 & 780 With the company on the brink of celebrating 25 years of boat production, HMS heads…

… if you want a long-legged middleweight cruiser that punches above its weight, you can’t go wrong with a Broom…

The Selva 600 is a useful family RIB in a compact package that performs very adequately when married to the…

Even in her fairly standard guise, the level of sophistication is a cut above the norm. You certainly get your…

Alex Smith tests the Gemini 650 RIB in Lymington, finding a secure, practical and novice-friendly boat with clear leisure potential.
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