Equipment Weekly / Puddles, battery tray and maps, equipment for your RIB

For the weekly equipment series, we are embarking this week on a RIB. These boats are on the rise, and are all as equipped as other boats. Let's discover 3 products to navigate on these boats.

NV Charts, map atlases for safe navigation

The NV Charts atlases for the French coasts - Channel, Atlantic, and Mediterranean - are valuable navigation aids. The data are regularly updated and the atlases are also available in digital version via an application. The purchase of the atlas gives the right to use it for 365 days. In this application, weather information is also available.

Each atlas offers a road map, then increasingly detailed maps. Information on ports and anchorage areas is also described, as are some points of interest. Bound so as not to get lost, these atlases are very clear and easy to use, even on a small boat. Starting at 64,99 euros

Workshop of the semi-rigid, replace your pudding

On a RIB, the bladder does not have the same longevity as the hard hull. They often need to be replaced. L'Atelier du Semi-Rigide offers to individuals or professionals to buy new floats for their boat. The buyer has the choice of the material between PVC or Hypalon, and of course the color. The price of the float is fixed and the buyer has no surprises on this side. At the reception, he can choose to install it himself or to call upon an approved professional of the network. Ãeuros from 3 940 euros for a PVC float on a semi-rigid of 4.50 m.

Attwood PowerGuard PRO, smart battery bins

Designed with water-resistant venting, the new Attwood PowerGuard PRO battery box offers battery protection and protects those on board. Made of lightweight polypropylene composite, the battery box is corrosion resistant and offers protection from UV exposure, battery acid leaks, water and gas, as well as the durability needed to support heavy lead-acid battery cells.

Hinged terminal panels on either side of the cover allow easy access to the battery terminals without having to open the case or remove the securing strap.

The PowerGuard PRO has removable spacer blocks to accommodate different battery sizes. The extra space in the box when using the smaller battery can be filled with gap reducing blocks, which ensure that the batteries are held securely in place. Inner dimensions with lid: 33.3 x 17.80 x 28 cm. Outside dimensions with cover: 53.34 x 28.60 x 29.20 cm. Price : 79,00 euros

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