Mid-Size Leisure RIB Boats
Midsize Leisure RIB Boats - Frequently Asked Questions
What size boat should I choose for my family?
Choosing what size Grand RIB boat will be best for your family will come down to how many people you plan to have as passengers, and the type of activities you wish to do. All of Grand’s boats (from 3 metres and above) have the capacity to hold at least four passengers, and so would work well for a family of four. However, for the greatest comfort and experience, a family of four and more may wish to consider a boat that is 5 metres in length (such as the G500) and above.
From the G500 up to the D950, you’ll find a capacity of 9 -16 passengers, and with their spacious layouts, sundecks, centre consoles, large storage capacity, showers & tap systems, fridge and cooking tops, are great for days out with all the family. The G750 and G850 in particular have proven a particularly popular boat for families over time, and would work well for a family of 5, 6, or even 8 due to their large seating areas, integrated fridge and freshwater systems.
With customisable layouts and features, all of our premium leisure RIBs work well for all kinds of family activities, whether you prefer fishing or waterskiing & wakeboarding.
If you’re still not sure which of our RIB boats is best for your family, why not get in contact with us – our team will be more than happy to help!
Are Grand RIBs good for fishing?
There are a number of factors that make inflatable boats a great boat for fishing. The total weight of the hull, tubes and materials is generally much lighter than hard-hull boats, enabling it to reach high speeds and be much better in its engine consumption than a heavier hard-hulled boat – rigid inflatables make very efficient and safe crafts for fishing on the hunt. The stability of a RIB boat (thanks to its tubes and deep-v hull) ensure it’s very stable at standstill and high speeds.
On the interior, Grand RIBs have a truly optimised layout design, meaning that there is a lot of space to move around our boats with fishing equipment. We have also designed our boats to ensure great storage capacity to store as much of this equipment as possible.
While some additional precaution may need to be taken with hooks around the inflatable tubes, the tubes of Grand RIBs are designed to be resistant and the advanced technology ensures that RIBs are unsinkable even when inflatable tubes are flat.
Take a look over our guide to fishing on a RIB boat to find the best inflatable fishing boat for you.
Are Grand RIBs good for beginners?
Grand RIB boats are a great choice for beginners and those wanting to start boating. They are quick and easy to drive and handle and manoeuvre easily thanks to their lightweight design. Moving around tight spaces is easier with a rigid inflatable boat as they are so responsive.
The inflatable tubes make the boat very stable and act as shock absorbers – they make pulling up to a dock or another vessel much easier for learning beginners, as you don’t have to worry about potential damage like you would with a hard-hull boat.
A Grand RIB has been a first boat for many customers worldwide, as they truly are a great craft to learn boating. Smaller in size, our S470, S420 and S370 boats have proven popular choices for kids to learn boating on as well.
What boat is best for wakeboarding & waterskiing?
Many of Grand’s RIB boats (RIBs) are perfect for wakeboarding and waterskiing activities. The lightweight design of RIBs in particular makes these boats best for wakeboarding as they travel more efficiently and easily at high speeds. All of our boats above 3.8m can be fitted with either a water ski tower or ski arch, making them suitable for wakeboarding, waterskiing and other inflatable towable activities. Customers in particular enjoy waterskiing and wakeboarding with our D600, D950, G750 and G680 boats.
Learn more about which boats are best for wakeboarding in this handy guide to wakeboarding from a RIB.
Our premium mid-size rigid inflatable boats range from 4 metres in length to 6.8 metres, with outboard engines ranging from 70HP to 200HP. Featuring deep V fibreglass hulls and ergonomic hypalon tubes, these quality European RIB boats cruise easily through offshore water conditions, and make great family boats for day trips and outings on the water. Whether you’re looking for a safe and comfortable boat to spend time with family, a fishing boat that easily fits on a trailer, or a sport boat for wakeboarding or waterskiing you’re sure to find the perfect mid-size leisure RIB in our range.
Our smaller mid-size leisure RIB boats, such as the S470 and G500 make perfect tenders for super yachts, sailboats and yachts too, thanks to their lightweight, compact and premium styling designs. Our D600 is a premium, leisure performance RIB that is ideal for watersport activities such as diving, fishing, wakeboarding and waterskiing thanks to its configurable interior layout that creates space for any activity.
The G680 RIB is a worldwide bestseller and the newest RIB boat in the Grand range – a modern cruising experience complete with a large sun-bed, wet bar and table, freshwater tap and shower system and more.
Regardless of size, all of our RIB boats are fitted with Garmin Chart Plotters and Fish Finders, as well as Fusion Entertainment Speaker Systems to further improve your boating experience.
If you’re after something larger, our large adventure RIBs can seat up to 14 passengers comfortably and can be powered by up to 700HP.
If you’re looking for something in particular, build your own boat using our online configurator tool. Explore our full range of RIB boats and find the perfect family adventure boat today.