A long time ago now, 1998 and after my 50 day expedition to Alaska, following in the wakes of Captains Cook and George Vancouver. One of the sponsors covered the trip on the internet. Seeing the impact the internet was having in North America, it became obvious that I should use it. I then started to write about my adventures on rigid-hull inflatable boats.
It Took Off
Later, it evolved into a news website and began carrying a small amount of advertising. Focused on products and services for the RIB Industry, it covered my travel and boating costs. Adventures followed, taking me mostly to European countries, particularly one of my favourites, Italy. The Italian Rib scene rivalled that of the UK, but their boats at that time were more suited to the alleged sedate waters of the Mediterranean and Adriatic.
If this interests you visit hotRIBS.com to read some of the articles.