{"product_id":"9781408180136","title":"The Complete RIB Manual: The Definitive Guide to Design, Handling and Maintenance","description":"First built in the 1960s for rescue work, the Rigid Inflatable Boat has revolutionised the marine market. \u003ci\u003eThe Complete RIB Manual\u003c\/i\u003e,  published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the first RIB, is  the ultimate reference catering all aspects of a RIB's design, handling  and maintenance, aimed at all owners and users, both commercial and  leisure. The emphasis of the book is entirely practical, and covers:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. A History of the RIB\u003cbr\u003e• Early development\u003cbr\u003e• Modern design: leisure, commercial and military\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. RIB Handling\u003cbr\u003e• Impact of hull design, tube types, internal layout and engines\u003cbr\u003e• Driving techniques: throttle control and driving position\u003cbr\u003e• Advanced techniques for economy, sport and rough seas\u003cbr\u003e• Cruising: planning, weather, anchoring and communications\u003cbr\u003e• RIBs as tenders - stowing and towing\u003cbr\u003e• Launching and transportation\u003cbr\u003e• Safety and survival\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Maintenance\u003cbr\u003e• Outboards, diesels, water jets, stern drives, fuel tanks and electrics\u003cbr\u003e• Tube care: cleaning, repair, replacement\u003cbr\u003e• Hull maintenance\u003cbr\u003e• Winter storage, checking for leaks, servicing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Complete RIB Manual\u003c\/i\u003e  is a comprehensive worldwide reference for all RIB owners and users,  covering all the information necessary to handle and maintain a RIB of  any size.","brand":"Bloomsbury USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47138142126320,"sku":"9781408180136","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781408180136_p0.jpg?v=1763719475","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781408180136","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}