RIB charters and hire

Website updates

2012-02-13T20:23:00.002Z

Both websites updated with new links to You Tube, Facebook and Twitter,

First Aid

2012-01-28T07:27:00.000Z

Training today for first aid certification at sea

Shock and Vibration reduction for fast craft training

2012-01-24T19:54:00.000Z

Training today at Southampton with FRC International covering Whole Body Vibration for managers. This covers vibration and noise using high performance/fast response craft.

Security on our waterways

2012-01-20T16:38:00.000Z

With the Olympics getting closer all our security services seem to be exercising with marine police and rescue services. Yesterday the River Thames in London saw a large exercisehttp://news.sky.com/home/uk-news/article/16152128

And today the local guys to us were practicing rescues and boarding craft from the helos on The Solent and River Hamble, Cold and breezy but out there!

Annual inspections

2012-01-19T15:05:00.000Z

Spent the last week checking safety equipment, flares, lifejackets and clothing to ensure all are up to date. New Flares on order and about thirty lifejackets in for this years annual test and inspections.

Boats ready now for annual re-inspections for MCA coding, Final days sorting out all waterproofs and accessing their needs for cleaning or re-proofing

London Boat Show

2012-01-10T21:15:00.000Z

London Boat Show today visiting some of our suppliers and meeting some prospective new customers.
A few new bits of kit for boats collected and some new kit reviewed.Link

Great feedback for C2 RIBS

2012-01-09T17:24:00.001Z

We have received some lovely feedback during the last season and here are a few-
"Thanks; eventually found spaces on a charter RIB and had a brilliant day on the water - could not believe how many boats turned out to watch the start of the Clipper race. Special thanks to Ribeye, C2Ribs , all exceptionally helpful and professional. "
"Excellent couple of hours on the water. Well enjoyed by a group of 11 stags (using 2 boats). The planning by Ian and the follow up has also been fantastic. A very well organised and implemented activity"
"I had an excellent day out with C2 Ribs. Our group enjoyed a fun day - well thought out and getting the best from our time and money. The boat is well equipped, we felt safe and secure and probably of most importance we felt valued as a customer. I would have no hesitation in recommending C2 ribs"

We always aim for the top spot with our customers and welcome all feedback, presently we are showing 1st position out of 44 companies, thank you for everyones support.

RYA training updates

2012-01-02T19:04:00.000Z

The RYA are developing Skippers an online training course to prepare commercial endorsement holders for the extra responsibilities of being a professional skipper or crew, above those needed for safe leisure boating. The course will cover the legal requirements, regulations, guidance and processes for managing the vessel and its crew. From April 2012 this will become a pre-requisite for anyone applying for their first commercial endorsement, and for those renewing their endorsement.
A link to the web info is here

http://www.rya.org.uk/coursestraining/professional/Pages/ProfessionalPracticesandResponsibilities.aspx

2012 season starts

2012-01-01T19:52:00.002Z

Now we are into 2012 we are looking towards another busy year, here are some of the events we are attending or available, please call us with your ideas

London Boat Show
RIBEX at Portsmouth
Isle of Wight Festival and Round the Island Race
P & Os 175 year celebrations in Southampton with 7 liners
British Powerboat Festival
Olympic and Paralympic Games Weymouth and London
Cowes Week and Fastnet race
Little Britain Challenge cup Cowes

If you see something you like or have some more ideas visit our webpages www.c2ribs.org.uk or call to discuss- we look forward to welcoming you all aboard our RIBs in 2012

Happy and Prosperous 2012

2011-12-31T13:59:00.000Z

We wish all our customers, friends and supporters a fantastic new year. Stay safe and enjoy the coming new year. We look forward to welcoming everyone aboard our boats in 2012.
Thank you for everyones support in 2011, it has very much been appreciated.

2011-12-25T11:14:00.000Z

Happy Christmas. We wish all our customers and friends a fantastic time and a wonderful new year. Thank you all for your support this year

2012 events pages

2011-12-18T21:05:00.002Z

Updating 2012 events on our webpages- some are still being confirmed and dates/locations due to the Olympics in Weymouth. Cowes week dates have changed along with a few others to ensure there is no clash of events.http://www.c2ribs.org.uk/?page_id=11

Winter activity

2011-12-16T17:20:00.000Z

Now the weather has turned, the boats are still available and we have been involved in maintenance for the last few days and making sure all emergency equipment is checked again.
Engines have been serviced today and some safety winterisation completed to ensure no damage is caused by sudden cold spells. Water if not drained can freeze and damge engines very easily so a good service and prep work will ensure boats are maintained to their usual high standards.

Very cold on the water today with a freshening northerly breeze arriving as we left the marina. Some areas in the South have now seen some snow but we have stayed clear for today.

Dont forget our offer on discounts on our web page www.c2ribs.org.uk , just make sure you book early and pay in advance. Next year is looking busy from early enquiries and with commitments to our clients and now the Olympics in the Summer 2012.

You Tube Videos updated

2011-12-14T17:28:00.004Z

We see You Tube has upgraded the look of the site- looks good
http://www.youtube.com/user/C2Ribs

You Tube Videos

2011-12-11T18:35:00.002Z

The last three videos below appear to have loaded but can easily be watched from our facebook pages along with two of us returning to base
http://www.facebook.com/pages/C2-RIBS/226148124063641

December 9th- Solent Stag party

2011-12-09T21:11:00.000Z

Following the massive storms we saw a window to get out with a group on two RIBs down to Yarmouth, very bright sunshine across the RIBs and a stiff wind kicking in mid channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2lq3g_Z9c0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ut9pKFo_-dk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHpB-7RfuqA

Training Day

2011-11-30T17:02:00.000Z

Attending training day at Royal Southern Yacht Club tomorrow for SOPs and EAPs. Should be a very good day

Updated web pages

2011-11-29T09:11:00.003Z

We have now launched videos attached to our web gallery for your perusal and will be updated with new vids regularly. http://www.c2ribs.org.uk/?page_id=15

Ribeye Cruise next year

2011-11-28T21:05:00.000Z

Ribeye have posted they would like to see a cruise on the Solent on 12th May next year. We support this and if Ribeye gain the interest this deserves we will be offering places aboard our RIBs along with colleagues from RRIBS. Keep watching our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/C2-RIBS

C2 RIBS company updates

2011-11-22T19:54:00.001Z

C2 RIBS have spent the recent months with the last major charters for this year and continued with other bookings, We are still seeing bookings into mid December and hope the weather holds for everyone to enjoy. Our RIBs remain available all year and we are only restricted by the weather.
We have started taking bookings for 2012 which could prove a busy year with the Olympics on our doorstep at Weymouth.
Development of the new website www.c2ribs.org.uk has now been completed and is now up and running with a discount being offered until the end of January. Please see the website and contact us for details. This has also seen listings with You Tube, Twitter and Facebook.

We remain members of The British Marine Federation (BMF) & also The Professional Charter Association (PCA). All this to ensure you have the knowledge that we are here to look after you promoting safety at all times. We can see major developments coming through these associations which enhance your safety and therefore your enjoyment.

The Marine and Coastguard Agency (MCA) now have with us a memorandum of understanding concerning the inspection of our craft. This has been done to ensure everyones safety and ensure our craft meet to the highest standards. Inspection folders have been produced with the PCA and MCA which are available on our RIBS. Safety is and will remain our key word.

C2 RIBS are pleased with the new RIBTEC 655 which is being MCA coded to a very high level at CAT3 restricted which will enable the new craft to match our current craft specifications. This RIB is ideal for small charter groups wishing to reduce their overheads and also for RYA training centres as a superb boat for all students. This is still proving to be a well received boat by schools at such a high standard of equipment.

You will be pleased to hear that with our many links within the PCA we can offer some great deals involving our RIBS with cruisers and yachts should you need more. We have also decided again to remain based at Hamble Point Marina for the coming year as this location is sought after by so many operators being centrally based to the whole of The Solent. We are not out on a limb like some companies but minutes from the action.

New RIB has been inspected

2011-11-18T16:12:00.001Z

Spent the morning with our surveyor Duncan from http://www.saundersmorganharris.com/da/18583

Bullseye inspected and looking for a restricted Cat 3 level and also additional Cat 6 for restricted waters . Documents being made ready for MCA. What a great day for November

Running in new RIB

2011-11-10T16:34:00.000Z

Cowes to Hamble on a misty day

New RIB out for it's first day

2011-11-02T15:17:00.000Z

New Rib out

2011-10-28T18:18:00.000+01:00

Compass swung today , Beautiful day on the River Hamble

New RIB launched today

2011-10-27T14:12:00.000+01:00

Now ready after being kitted out with all up to date safety equipment. Additional electronis done by Aztec Marine at Hamble Point and Stainless work by Litrus Fabrication.

New RIB almost ready

2011-10-23T14:01:00.000+01:00

All electrics done and safety kit checked and aboard, final stainless work this week and she will be launched

Poole today with Yamaha

2011-10-21T18:56:00.000+01:00

New RIB collected today from BHG at Lymington,

2011-10-20T17:46:00.000+01:00

Busy week again

2011-10-19T16:36:00.000+01:00

Red Eye loaded ready for demos at RNLI HQ Poole with Yamaha later this week.
New Rib being loaded on trailer for collection tomorrow and final fittings before work next week.

Been a busy week again

2011-10-16T16:14:00.000+01:00

Been busy this week with charters varying from Photoshoot, to a company do and also a yacht company requiring a RIB at short notice,
Our Training RIB was sold and finally handed over to a lovely couple this weekend and the new RIB is due by the end of the coming week . Not bad for the middle of October the sun has remained out and mainly light breezes making our trips fantastic

On the Solent in October, still wonderful weather

2011-10-13T18:34:00.000+01:00

Link to professional images taken on Tall ship race start

2011-10-13T09:40:00.000+01:00

Richard Sibley took these images from C2 RIBS craft
http://www.tallshipsgallery.co.uk/nggallery/post/lord-nelson-and-tenacious-in-there-first-ever-race/album-41/gallery-46/

http://www.tallshipsgallery.com/

Lord Nelson and Tenacious off Cowes today

2011-10-11T19:11:00.000+01:00

New Boat on order

2011-10-11T10:07:00.000+01:00

After selling our training RIB we have ordered a larger RIB for training and charter. Look out for great deals on this new boat

Training RIB is for sale

2011-10-04T16:47:00.000+01:00

RIBTEC 585 with Yamaha 100 for sale
http://www.rib.net/forum/f21/ribtec-585-with-yam-100-hp-four-stroke-44356.html

October Ist- Who would have thought?

2011-10-01T18:02:00.000+01:00

A fast run out for this stag team before hitting Cowes

SeaSaw Sailing with Tideway group 30/9/11

2011-09-30T20:01:00.000+01:00

What a fantastic day with the summer appearing to come back . Warm weather and great company. Some were even mad enough to go for a swim

Cowes out towards Hamble 28-9-11

2011-09-28T18:53:00.000+01:00

Another great boating day with Mamarine

2011-09-21T14:14:00.000+01:00

Southampton Boat Show

2011-09-18T20:29:00.000+01:00

Back to Boat show to review boats and suspension seating Southampton Boat Show

Image from the photographer aboard RIB- LBCC Friday

2011-09-11T08:00:00.000+01:00

Last Day at Cowes for Little Britain Challenge Cup

2011-09-10T20:08:00.000+01:00

Wndy start to Little Britain Challenge Cup- Cowes

2011-09-08T19:32:00.000+01:00

Photographer had to work hard to keep his ballance whislt out today on LBCC from Cowes.

Steve and team Part 2 Video

2011-09-06T07:27:00.000+01:00

Between The Needles and St Catherines Point

Steve and Team Part 1 Video 4/9/11

2011-09-05T15:40:00.000+01:00

As you can see we hit rain first then went onto the Needles before rounding off towards St Catherine Point. A wet run from Cowes to Lymington and then a stop before the sun started to break through

What a difference a day makes

2011-09-04T22:35:00.000+01:00

Today started with very heavy rain between Cowes and Lymington, then slowlly the sun broke out and we cruised passed the Needles towards St Catherine Point, then the sun shone and the winds picked up throwing large waves at all of us

Cowes trip- 2-9-11

2011-09-03T18:22:00.000+01:00

Another full Valet completed

2011-08-30T20:05:00.002+01:00

Thanks to JLC Marine, Hawkeye now looking brand new again after full valet and sun screening

Another great video

2011-08-26T13:14:00.000+01:00

available through our Facebook page C2 RIBS

Bob Hoskins and his family outing

2011-08-19T18:34:00.000+01:00

After the terrible floods yesterday, we saw a bright and warm day for a family outing from Cowes around The Solent

Sailing Logic Fastnet Race crews

2011-08-14T18:07:00.000+01:00

Sailing Logic Fastnet race start from Cowes today- fantastic sailing weather all the way out beyond The Needles

A busy Cowes week

2011-08-13T15:12:00.000+01:00

Cowes week for 2011 has concluded after some very different conditions. Great to see so many people out on the water enjoying the events.

Dont forget the Fastnet Race start on Sunday morning

Lovely day working at Cowes week

2011-08-10T16:41:00.000+01:00

Cowes week RIB and powerboat rides

2011-08-08T16:48:00.000+01:00

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton, Great Day

2011-08-01T21:12:00.000+01:00

We were pleased to have aboard some Clipper crew members taking part in some of the race legs.

2011-07-29T13:45:00.000+01:00

Another very successful day out with MaMarine running two cruisers and a RIB. The clients had a great time enjoying the hot weather and cool seas!

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton 31 July

2011-07-18T20:11:00.000+01:00

The round the world yachts will be in Ocean Village Southampton , book a space on a RIB to follow them out to the race start off Cowes at 4.30pm 31/7/11 . Follow this world event from our RIBs

Cowes week

2011-07-08T18:48:00.000+01:00

We have a few spaces/RIBs available now for this years Cowes week. Do you need Mainland transfers for your crews? Do you want to watch and follow racing or just take part on the water with friends, family or colleagues?
Call to discuss your needs.

2011-07-04T15:11:00.000+01:00

Yesterday we spent the day with an Olympian and RYA coach with these two J97s aboard Hawkeye following and acting as training support. Wonderful to see the skills involved with the crews

Supporting SABER powerboats for the day

2011-06-29T21:02:00.000+01:00

Fantastic day had by everyone with Saber Powerboats at Southampton, Powerboat experiences with Hondas and Cat chased by our RIB. What a great day for all.

2011-06-27T16:07:00.001+01:00

Another great day to be on the water, from Hamble out with Yacht to Yarmouth and a detour to The Needles

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton

2011-06-18T21:56:00.000+01:00

Yacht race starts at 4.30pm 31/7/11 off Cowes sea front and boats leave The Solent easterly towards Portsmouth. Yachts will slip from Ocean Village Southampton about 1pm. Follow this world event from our RIBs

Isle of wight festival runs

2011-06-11T11:54:00.000+01:00

Two days of running Hamble to the festival,- back early Monday for returns

Cowes Harbour Master grabs a lift

2011-06-09T19:01:00.000+01:00

Festival runs done for the day, here is the Cowes Harbour master hitting 38knots !!

Isle of Wight Festival RIB runs

2011-06-07T21:10:00.000+01:00

Isle of Wight Festival this weekend, running RIBs to and from the mainland to the site

WATCH THE CLIPPER ROUND THE WORLD RACE START

2011-05-30T15:34:00.000+01:00

On 31st July 2011 The Clipper Round the world race starts from Southampton, follow them up to watch the race start in the Solent near Cowes- Book Early to watch this aboard our RIBs- dont leave it too late

Filming with Gill yacht clothing

2011-05-27T16:13:00.000+01:00

Two good days with Gill and their yacht clothing along with Sunsail, it was sunny and then gale force winds making it challenging for everyone involved

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton

2011-05-24T20:06:00.000+01:00

Great news 31st July-11. Start or round the world yacht race in Southampton Southampton Race start

Strong winds

2011-05-23T14:39:00.000+01:00

Despite the strong winds we managed to get out on Sunday but it was a wet run but so much fun for everyone on board, here we are just getting back into Ocean Village

Ribeyes out with On Board Charters

2011-05-14T19:14:00.000+01:00

Another great day

Boats delivered to RIBEX today

2011-05-12T17:05:00.000+01:00

What a great break in the weather

2011-05-07T15:40:00.000+01:00

After the storms we saw a five hour break today for great run out

2011-05-06T10:20:00.002+01:00

We are trialing new props in an effort to maintain the performance of our RIBs whilst improving economy for everyone

Windsurfing for Cancer Research

2011-05-01T15:43:00.000+01:00

Looked great today the turnout on Hayling Island http://www.windsurfing4cancerresearch.org/index.php
This has been going for a few years now and deserves a good plug. Also great to be on the water sailing

Out today

2011-04-30T07:26:00.000+01:00

We are out training with a new helm on The Solent today, if you see us come over and say hello

Rated number 1

2011-04-27T12:25:00.000+01:00

We have been rated No1 out of 40 powerboat companies through customer feedbacks. Thank you to everyone. Come and see why and book a trip with us.

Great Weather

2011-04-20T16:28:00.000+01:00

The weather is wonderful, call us for availability during this long Easter 11 day break. http://www.c2ribs.org.uk/

Great Weather for boating

2011-04-19T08:37:00.000+01:00

The weather has changed and is great for days out on our boats- bring the family or friends for a great experience on The Solent.

RIB charters and hire

Website updates

First Aid

Shock and Vibration reduction for fast craft training

Training today at Southampton with FRC International covering Whole Body Vibration for managers. This covers vibration and noise using high performance/fast response craft.

Security on our waterways

Annual inspections

Spent the last week checking safety equipment, flares, lifejackets and clothing to ensure all are up to date. New Flares on order and about thirty lifejackets in for this years annual test and inspections.

Boats ready now for annual re-inspections for MCA coding, Final days sorting out all waterproofs and accessing their needs for cleaning or re-proofing

London Boat Show

London Boat Show today visiting some of our suppliers and meeting some prospective new customers.A few new bits of kit for boats collected and some new kit reviewed.Link

Great feedback for C2 RIBS

We always aim for the top spot with our customers and welcome all feedback, presently we are showing 1st position out of 44 companies, thank you for everyones support.

RYA training updates

http://www.rya.org.uk/coursestraining/professional/Pages/ProfessionalPracticesandResponsibilities.aspx

2012 season starts

Happy and Prosperous 2012

Happy Christmas. We wish all our customers and friends a fantastic time and a wonderful new year. Thank you all for your support this year

2012 events pages

Updating 2012 events on our webpages- some are still being confirmed and dates/locations due to the Olympics in Weymouth. Cowes week dates have changed along with a few others to ensure there is no clash of events.http://www.c2ribs.org.uk/?page_id=11

Winter activity

You Tube Videos updated

You Tube Videos

December 9th- Solent Stag party

Training Day

Updated web pages

Ribeye Cruise next year

Ribeye have posted they would like to see a cruise on the Solent on 12th May next year. We support this and if Ribeye gain the interest this deserves we will be offering places aboard our RIBs along with colleagues from RRIBS. Keep watching our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/C2-RIBS

C2 RIBS company updates

New RIB has been inspected

Running in new RIB

New RIB out for it's first day

New Rib out

New RIB launched today

New RIB almost ready

Poole today with Yamaha

New RIB collected today from BHG at Lymington,

Busy week again

Been a busy week again

On the Solent in October, still wonderful weather

Link to professional images taken on Tall ship race start

Lord Nelson and Tenacious off Cowes today

New Boat on order

Training RIB is for sale

October Ist- Who would have thought?

SeaSaw Sailing with Tideway group 30/9/11

Cowes out towards Hamble 28-9-11

Another great boating day with Mamarine

Southampton Boat Show

Image from the photographer aboard RIB- LBCC Friday

Last Day at Cowes for Little Britain Challenge Cup

Wndy start to Little Britain Challenge Cup- Cowes

Steve and team Part 2 Video

Steve and Team Part 1 Video 4/9/11

What a difference a day makes

Cowes trip- 2-9-11

Another full Valet completed

Another great video

Bob Hoskins and his family outing

Sailing Logic Fastnet Race crews

A busy Cowes week

Lovely day working at Cowes week

Cowes week RIB and powerboat rides

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton, Great Day

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton 31 July

Cowes week

Supporting SABER powerboats for the day

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton

Isle of wight festival runs

Cowes Harbour Master grabs a lift

Isle of Wight Festival RIB runs

WATCH THE CLIPPER ROUND THE WORLD RACE START

Filming with Gill yacht clothing

Clipper Round the World race starts Southampton

Strong winds

Ribeyes out with On Board Charters

Boats delivered to RIBEX today

What a great break in the weather

Windsurfing for Cancer Research

Out today

London Boat Show today visiting some of our suppliers and meeting some prospective new customers.
A few new bits of kit for boats collected and some new kit reviewed.Link