RIB Neutral - unbiased sources for RIBs on the Internet:

• rib.net/forum/ - the premier RIB source of information on the Internet. Based in Europe but with information on the emerging North American market.
• en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rigid-hulled_inflatable_boat

Boat loans and Financing

Used Boat Financing in Canada appears to be still in its infancy.
There's likely a number of good reasons for this but for some buyers a boat loan is the difference between owning a boat and staying on shore.

Although many people purchase boats, some find it easier to finance the purchase and pay it over a number of years. Canadian Inflatables is looking to help you find the right financing, here's a few pointers and we'll looking for more options.  If you found great financing, let us know! We'll look into it and post it here if it's a credible option.

Scotia Bank: Scotia Plan Marine Loan.
http://www.scotiabank.com/cda/content/0,1608,CID8042_LIDen,00.html

Other main banks and Credit Unions:
Shop for a low interest rate "personal line of credit". This allows you to pay off the loan faster and doesn't tie to a fix regular payments. Ideal for individuals with a good credit rating and proven employment/income.

RESOURCES

• River Marine Supplies and Distributors - Vancouver - Dealer for Caribe
  www.rivermarine.com/
• Kits Inflatables - Vancouver - Dealer for AB
  kitsinflatables.com
• Big Island Inflata-boats - Nanaimo -Dealer for Zodiac and Avon
  www.inflataboats.ca
• Polaris Inflatables - Langley - Manufacturer of professional series
  www.polarisboats.com/
• DueckGM - Canadian Distributor and local dealer for Novurania
  http://www.dueckgm.com/boats.php