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Ribeye Boats manufacture their premium RIBs using Scott Bader resins, gelcoats and adhesives
Ribeye boats are a family owned manufacturer of premium leisure and family ribs. Scott Bader and Ribeye boats have been working in partnership for over 30 years.
Scott Bader products used: Crystic 703PA Infusion Resin, Crestamould VE679PA Skincoat, Crestomer 1186PA & 1196PA Structural Adhesive, Crystic Gelcoat 65PA Black
Key features
Ribeye boats moved to vacuum infusion with the help of Scott Baders technical team. Vacuum infusion saves weight, increases fuel efficiency and reduces environmental impact. Crystic Isophthalic Gelcoat 65PA Black creates a high gloss finish on the hulls.
Ribs are bonded together using Crestomer 1186PA and 1196PA structural adhesive.

We have a great working relationship with Scott Bader. They have supplier Ribeye Boats with high quality materials for over 20 years and helped us offer innovative, market leading ribs to our customers.
Rudie Garton, Technical Manager at Ribeye Boats

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