Rosborough RF-22 Seaskiff
Rosborough RF-246
Sedan Cruiser
Custom Wheelhouse
We're often asked what makes the Rosborough RF-246 "different" or "special" when compared to other boats. There's an obvious answer from an aesthetic and layout standpoint but each and every boat has its own allure depending on what one is looking for in those regards.
The primary thing (at least to us) that sets the Rosborough apart is the hull running characteristics. There are darn few trailerable boats built today that are specifically designed to run at mid-range speeds of 10 to 15 knots. If fact, that's the exact speed range that most boats have the most trouble with. Interestingly, it's a speed which yields a comfortable ride with decent economy and can eat up the miles on a long cruise; at 12 to 15 knots this hull is absolutely in its element. If 8 or 10 knots is more comfortable on any given day it will do that well and if it's calm and the desire is for 20 knots it will do that too.
We challenge you to find many other 25-footers that will chug along all-day at 12 knots yielding great visibility, a comfortable motion, and good economy. It's a perfect speed to get somewhere but still enjoy sightseeing in a relaxed manner; set the autopilot and throttles then sit back and enjoy the ride (also leaving lots of time to scout for logs and debris in the water in areas that present that issue).
This is the kind of boat you most love at the end of a long travel day having put 50 to 100 miles under the keel and still arrive feeling like you're up for a walk to the restaurant rather than a visit to the chiropractor's office. If you're fishing it's the kind of boat you can run offshore with at a speed that doesn't beat up the crew or the bait in the tank yet still covers the miles necessary to get out there and back. It has a solid in-the-water feel and a motion that won't have you holding on for dear life; in fact, most of the time just the roll of your hips will keep you comfortably standing or sitting where you'd like to be.
The primary thing (at least to us) that sets the Rosborough apart is the hull running characteristics. There are darn few trailerable boats built today that are specifically designed to run at mid-range speeds of 10 to 15 knots. If fact, that's the exact speed range that most boats have the most trouble with. Interestingly, it's a speed which yields a comfortable ride with decent economy and can eat up the miles on a long cruise; at 12 to 15 knots this hull is absolutely in its element. If 8 or 10 knots is more comfortable on any given day it will do that well and if it's calm and the desire is for 20 knots it will do that too.
We challenge you to find many other 25-footers that will chug along all-day at 12 knots yielding great visibility, a comfortable motion, and good economy. It's a perfect speed to get somewhere but still enjoy sightseeing in a relaxed manner; set the autopilot and throttles then sit back and enjoy the ride (also leaving lots of time to scout for logs and debris in the water in areas that present that issue).
This is the kind of boat you most love at the end of a long travel day having put 50 to 100 miles under the keel and still arrive feeling like you're up for a walk to the restaurant rather than a visit to the chiropractor's office. If you're fishing it's the kind of boat you can run offshore with at a speed that doesn't beat up the crew or the bait in the tank yet still covers the miles necessary to get out there and back. It has a solid in-the-water feel and a motion that won't have you holding on for dear life; in fact, most of the time just the roll of your hips will keep you comfortably standing or sitting where you'd like to be.
Wheelhouse
T-Top
Center Console
The RF-22 has an easy running semi-displacement hull but that's not to say it won't run at higher speeds but rather it's designed to give the best economy at mid-range speeds (like 8 to 12 knots) where most modern v-hulls are struggling (certainly 18 to 20 knots (or beyond) is possible but you'll burn more fuel for sure). This boat allows folks to slow down and enjoy the scenery or slow down to a comfortable speed in rough conditions. I should also mention that slowing down (in a boat able to do so) is the best way to get better economy too.
[This discussion about hull shape, speed, fuel economy and such is always a bit problematic. The boat has a very wide speed range potential (idle to over 30 knots) but if you focus on the higher speeds I think you're missing the point of the boat. The thing this hull will do that few others will is allow you to slow down (say below 15 knots) without the stern dropping into a giant hole, pitching the bow up so that it blocks the view forward, and sucking huge amounts of fuel in the process. Most recreational boats today have deep-v hulls and due to the nature of the beast they just can not operate in the below 15 knot range well (or at all almost depending on the specific boat). So while the RF-22 can really get up and scoot when you want it to I prefer to emphasize its ability to handle well in a rough conditions at reasonable speeds or to conserve fuel at lower speeds while cruising or heading for the fishing grounds.]
[This discussion about hull shape, speed, fuel economy and such is always a bit problematic. The boat has a very wide speed range potential (idle to over 30 knots) but if you focus on the higher speeds I think you're missing the point of the boat. The thing this hull will do that few others will is allow you to slow down (say below 15 knots) without the stern dropping into a giant hole, pitching the bow up so that it blocks the view forward, and sucking huge amounts of fuel in the process. Most recreational boats today have deep-v hulls and due to the nature of the beast they just can not operate in the below 15 knot range well (or at all almost depending on the specific boat). So while the RF-22 can really get up and scoot when you want it to I prefer to emphasize its ability to handle well in a rough conditions at reasonable speeds or to conserve fuel at lower speeds while cruising or heading for the fishing grounds.]
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E.Q. Harbor Service & Sales
265 Cornet Bay Road
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
www.eqmarine.com
(866) 679-4783
265 Cornet Bay Road
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
www.eqmarine.com
(866) 679-4783
