RIB Fender Mate Launches Smart New Handle Protection Fix
New RIB Fender Mate offers RIB owners a simple, affordable answer to fender wear and untidy decks.


Rabbe Nerdrum, Sales Director at XO, said: ‘We are proud to have been able to combine aluminium and high-end design to find and create the right methods to produce these aluminium boats with such an impressive price-quality ratio.’
The Limited Edition model features a turquoise interior and a variety of premium gear, including a Simrad 16in chartplotter and Mercury 300hp V8 engine. The boat can also be equipped with two 225hp motors or one 450hp engine, enabling it to reach speeds of over 50 knots.
In addition to an exhilarating ride, the DFNDR A8 Limited Edition also offers notable on-board comfort. It has a built-in toilet and a refrigerator, a panoramic glass roof, Softech decking on all floors and sunbed areas at the bow.
Full details are available at www.xoboats.com.
VIDEOS – We took a look at the DFNDR A8 at Boot Dusseldorf and at Cannes Yachting Festival




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