Miami Boat Show: Boatieblog meets Bear Grylls

One of my favorite parts of the show so far!

I’ve long thought of RIB (Rigid Inflatables) as the “Jeep’s” of the boating world.  Rugged, very customizable, able and willing to tackle the extremes that exist in boating.  That’s just what Bear Grylls (star of Man vs Wild) and his design team with Madera Ribs had in mind when they dreamed up his new line of boats.  I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Bear speak several times now, and every time I do I’m amazed at how family oriented he is.  Even while speaking of his extreme series of RIBS, he makes sure to point out how focused on family he and his design team where throughout the entire 18ft through 36ft model range.

To see more pictures of Bear, his RIBS, and a brief video from Madera, click past the jump.

BG 650

BG 500

BG 850

BG 1100

Source: Bear Grylls RIBS
Photography: Todd Kristenson