Independent Specialist in Replacement Tubes for Ribcraft Boats

Are you connected to Ribcraft Limited?

No. Ribcollar Inflatables Ltd is a fully independent business. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, authorised by, or acting on behalf of Ribcraft Limited. We use the name "Ribcraft" only to identify the type of boats we work on. There is no commercial or contractual relationship between Ribcollar and Ribcraft Limited.

Where does your experience with Ribcraft boats come from?

Our technicians carry over 25 years of hands-on experience in the manufacture and fitment of tubes for Ribcraft rigid inflatable boats. That experience is held by the individuals who make up the Ribcollar team and is now applied through Ribcollar as an independent business.

Do you hold patterns for Ribcraft tube layouts?

Yes. We hold pattern records developed by our team for a number of Ribcraft hull sizes and tube configurations. Where a pattern is already on file, we can manufacture directly from your hull details.

If your boat is not already covered, we have the technology to scan existing tubes and produce an accurate template for manufacture. This aftermarket scanning service is available for Ribcraft boats and any other make of RIB, so if you need replacement tubes for a different hull, we can work from an existing set and build to match.

What material do you use for replacement tubes?

All replacement tube work is manufactured in Orca Hypalon. This is not a Ribcraft-branded part. We specify the fabric weight and reinforcement to suit the hull and its intended use. We do not use PVC or PU for retube work.

My Ribcraft tubes are leaking: do I need a full retube or can they be repaired?

That depends on the condition of the existing material. Where the fabric is still structurally sound and the damage is localised, a repair is often worthwhile. Where the tube is old, the coating is worn away, the weave is exposed or multiple areas are failing, a full retube is usually the more sensible long-term investment. Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Do you work on older Ribcraft boats?

Yes. Much of our work involves older or heavily used Ribcraft hulls where the original tube system has reached the end of its service life. Providing the hull is sound, a retube is a practical and cost-effective way to bring the boat back into reliable service.

Can you supply tubes for self-fitting?

In some cases, yes. Contact us to discuss the hull, the tube layout required and the attachment method. We will advise on whether supply-only is a practical option for your project.