Tenders & Ribs
Tougher fabrics, lighter accessories and more powerful engines have continued the trend of making today’s tenders and RIBs more versatile than ever. For some, a RIB is their only vessel, a do-it-all wonder that is easy to operate, gentle around other boats, and filled with features that make them comfortable for all. View Southern Boating’s Tender and RIB reviews to find the right one for you.
Exploring the Best: Some of 2025’s Most Impressive RIBs & Tenders
Don’t underestimate the powerful punch these smaller boats offer. A Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) is the perfect combination of strength and...
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Excitement on the Water: Highfield ADV7 Blends RIB Ride & Sportboat Power
(Video, Gallery, and Specs below - all ADV7 photos courtesy of Highfield boats - Photo credit: Uros Podlogar Photography) Get...
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Celebrating Highfield Boats New Series with the Jet-Driven Velox 420
Highfield Boats | Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) Preview Highfield Boats launched its Vortex series of Rigid Inflatable Boats...
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RIBCRAFT 9.0 – Fearlessly Redesigned for Adventure and Unmatched Performance
RIBCRAFT | Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) Preview The RIBCRAFT 9.0 has been redesigned and features a new deck...
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Explore This Year’s Rigid Inflatable Boats for Recreational Fun
Ten rigid inflatable boats (RIB) have earned their floats as a stand-alone recreational boat. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is a...
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Highfield Boats Unveils New Models at Exclusive Michigan Event
Exclusive Sneak Peek: Highfield Boats' Latest Models Highfield Boats hosted its annual dealer meeting at its new 50,000-square-foot warehouse and...
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2023 Buyer’s Guide: 10 of the Best RIBs Today
Unveiling Ten of 2023's Top RIBS - A Buyer's Guide Nine RIBs and one inflatable make up this year’s buyer’s...
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BRIG Family Foundation
One of our Southern Boating partners, BoatTEST met with Boyd Tomkies, the president of BRIG USA. BRIG is based in...
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Top Tenders and RIBS of 2021
Top Tenders and RIBS of 2021 Here’s a look at some of today’s top Tender and RIB builders and their...
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New Highs for Highfield
New Highs for Highfield High-performance, high-quality, and high-tech are phrases that combine with the words lightweight, rugged, and durable to...
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Top 15 Tenders and RIBS
Top 15 Tenders and RIBs Here’s a look at some of today’s top Tender and RIB builders and their models....
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The Right Way to Stow your Tender
It’s more fun to tour The Bahamas on your tender. Caves, coves, and shallow waters are the perfect tender setting....
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The Highfield OM 390
The Highfield OM 390 is one 'hull' of a RIB Sometimes my job is pretty cool and I get to...
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Dinghy Derby
The Red Bull Riverland Dinghy Derby The Red Bull Riverland Dinghy Derby was held on Sunday, February 4, in South Australia. The...
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Highfield CL260 Tender
All Highfield Tenders include the Highfield innovative aluminum transom, which takes the inflatables to the next level. Compact and economical,...
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