Inflatable RIB

[capseaquel]

Looking for suggestions for lifting our dinghy on deck. 8.3 ft
Thanks

 

[jssailem]

There are many ways, but for me the simplest is to attach the spinnaker halyard to the dinghy.

I attach a bridle to two attachment points on the stern and one on the Bow. Then I attach the spinnaker halyard to the bridle. I empty the RIB of all gear and any water. I then haul the rib up and guide it over the life lines to rest on the bow. Some owners have built deck cradles to hod the RIB on the fore-deck. Since mine is an inflatable, I deflate the dinghy and roll it up securing the package on the cabin top. My boat weighs in at about 38 kg

 

[capseaquel]

Thanks for the prompt detailed response. Think we can work that on our boat. Much appreciated neighbour.

 

[Captain Larry-DH]

There are many ways, but for me the simplest is to attach the spinnaker halyard to the dinghy.

I attach a bridle to two attachment points on the stern and one on the Bow. Then I attach the spinnaker halyard to the bridle. I empty the RIB of all gear and any water. I then haul the rib up and guide it over the life lines to rest on the bow. Some owners have built deck cradles to hod the RIB on the fore-deck. Since mine is an inflatable, I deflate the dinghy and roll it up securing the package on the cabin top. My boat weighs in at about 38 kg

I used to do something similar, but discovered that it’s better to lift it vertically by the bow, then lower it to the deck gently while guiding the bow to a horizontal position, either upright or inverted (as needed). We prefer inverted.
ps - obviously, for control it’s better to keep one side of the dinghy to the wind.