RIB retubing

RIB Tube Replacement & Retubing

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RIB retubing with new Hypalon tubes made to fit the boat

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In-house manufacturing

At our workshop in Gustavsberg, Sweden

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25 years of experience

Manufacturing and replacing RIB tubes

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100 tubes per year

For new and used RIBs

UNDERSTANDING RIB TUBES

What Are RIB Tubes — and Why Choose Hypalon?

A RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) combines a rigid hull with inflatable tubes. These tubes provide buoyancy, stability and protection when coming alongside.

The material commonly known as Hypalon in the boating industry is a durable, rubber-coated fabric. Our material supplier, ORCA, has developed it for marine environments, with high resistance to UV exposure, abrasion and temperature changes.

Fenderline manufactures and fits custom-made replacement Hypalon tubes for RIBs. Whether you refer to the service as RIB tube replacement, collar replacement or retubing, we manufacture the new tubes to fit your boat.

RIGID HULL

INFLATABLE TUBES

ORCA HYPALON

Ballistic 650 after retubing with new Hypalon tubes

REPAIR OR REPLACE?

When Should You Replace Your RIB Tubes?

Damage or an air leak does not necessarily mean that the entire tube needs replacing. Small, localised areas of damage may be repairable. If the material is worn in several places, or the tubes are in poor condition overall, retubing may be the better option.

Material condition

We assess the overall condition of the material and the extent of the wear. Old or heavily worn fabric can be difficult to restore with isolated repairs.

Extent of the damage

A small, localised area of damage is different from recurring problems or wear affecting several parts of the tube.

Overall assessment

We consider the material’s condition, the extent of the damage and whether repairs are feasible before recommending the most suitable approach.

Is retubing worth it?

If your RIB’s hull is in good condition, new Hypalon tubes made to fit your boat can be an alternative to replacing the whole boat.

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From removal to fitting

What’s Included in a RIB Tube or Collar Replacement?

We remove the old tubes, sand the hull’s attachment area and manufacture new Hypalon tubes to your boat’s dimensions. We then fit the tubes and add the fittings and accessories agreed when you place your order.

Removal

De befintliga tuberna demonteras från båten.

Hull preparation

Skrovet slipas där de nya tuberna ska monteras.

Manufacturing

De nya tuberna tillverkas efter båtens mått och valda specifikationer.

Fitting

The finished tubes are fitted to the hull at our workshop in Gustavsberg, Sweden.

Inflation and pressure relief valves

The tubes are fitted with valves from Leafield Marine.

Rubbing strake

The rubbing strake is fitted to your chosen specification.

Non-slip patches

Technix EPDM non-slip patches or Hypalon patches are positioned as agreed.

Handles and D-rings

Handles and, where required, D-rings are fitted to suit how you use your boat and your preferred layout.

Logos

Logos are positioned as agreed.

Tailored to your boat

When placing your order, you choose the Hypalon colour and surface finish, along with the specification for the rubbing strake, handles and non-slip patches. Positions can be agreed in advance or approved through photos as the work progresses.

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Quality and warranty

Quality You Can Verify

We ensure a good fit and quality finish through careful workmanship, the correct fitting method and airtightness testing.

In-house manufacturing

All manufacturing takes place at Fenderline’s workshop in Gustavsberg, Sweden.

Airtightness testing

The finished tubes are tested for airtightness in accordance with ISO 6185-4:2011.

Type-tested tube attachment

The strength of the tube-to-hull attachment has been type-tested in accordance with ISO 6185-4:2011, section 7.14.4, method B.

2 YEARS

Workmanship warranty

5 YEARS

ORCA material warranty

200+

Models

Experience and fit

Patterns for Over 200 RIB Models

Fenderline holds patterns for over 200 boat models and manufactures Hypalon tubes for many of the most common RIBs on the market.

BRIG

RIB UNLIMITED

HIGHFIELD

CAPELLI

DAHL

TORNADO

RUPERT

ARIMAR

BOOMERANGER

ZULU

ZODIAC

VALIANT

BALLISTIC

GOLDFISH

AGAPI

BRIG

RIB UNLIMITED

HIGHFIELD

CAPELLI

TORNADO

RUPERT

ARIMAR

BOOMERANGER

ZODIAC

VALIANT

BALLISTIC

GOLDFISH

DAHL

ZULU

AGAPI

Don’t see your boat brand listed?

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PRICING, LEAD TIMES AND BOOKING

How Much Does RIB Retubing Cost — and How Long Does It Take?

Fenderline provides a fixed-price quote based on your boat’s length, tube diameter and chosen Hypalon grade.

Your specifications, our fixed price

We calculate the price using your boat’s dimensions and choice of material.

Book in advance

Retubing normally needs to be booked 1–3 months in advance.

Workshop time

The work itself normally takes 1–2 weeks.

Contact us for a fixed-price quote for your RIB tube replacement.

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Questions and answers

RIB Tube Replacement & Retubing FAQs

Find answers to common questions about materials, pricing, turnaround times and warranties.

How much does RIB retubing cost?

Fenderline provides a fixed-price quote based on your boat’s length, tube diameter and chosen Hypalon thickness.

Can a damaged RIB tube be repaired?

Small, localised areas of damage can sometimes be repaired. We do not carry out repairs ourselves, but we can refer you to suitable repair specialists. If the material is worn in several places, or the tubes are in poor condition overall, retubing may be a more suitable option.

What materials does Fenderline use?

Fenderline uses ORCA Hypalon, primarily the ORCA 828 and ORCA 866 grades.

How long does RIB retubing take?

The work in our workshop normally takes 1–2 weeks.

How far in advance should I book?

Retubing normally needs to be booked 1–3 months in advance. We recommend contacting Fenderline well before you plan to use your boat.

What warranties are included?

Fenderline provides a two-year workmanship warranty. ORCA provides a five-year material warranty.

Which Hypalon colours can I choose?

We have access to ORCA’s full colour range. If you are unsure which colour to choose, contact us for advice, as some colours may be less suitable in certain situations.

Which Hypalon surface finishes can I choose?

Not every colour is available in every finish. The main options are gloss, Fabric Impression (FI) — a matt, fabric-like surface — and Carbon. The Carbon finish is only available in the thicker ORCA 866 Hypalon.

Is RIB collar replacement the same as retubing?

Yes. RIB collar replacement, tube replacement and retubing generally refer to the same process: removing the existing inflatable tubes or collar and replacing them with a newly manufactured set.

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Get a Quote for Your RIB Tube Replacement

Use the form to tell us your boat model, length, tube diameter and preferred Hypalon material. We’ll use these details to prepare a fixed-price quote.

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