I Bought a Boat on Alibaba - The Unboxing

Follow my journey of buying a boat on Alibaba.
A link to the boat I bought (and they are now using my actual boat as their stock image!) here;
www.alibaba.com/showroom/roof...

[@lifeofmike556]

Americans need to realize these websites like Alibaba and AliExpress are not scams. I’ve been ordering everything from there for years and sure it takes a little while to get stuff but why spent $12.99 on an olive oil sprayer when I can buy it for .80cent free shipping and wait 2 weeks. Makes no sense. Sales goes for everything else. Bath towels, bedding, phone cases, bike parts, gun accessories, coffee mugs etc.

[@moza337]

Amazon is afraid of Alibaba because the prices on Alibaba are very cheap

[@bahamasking2063]

Great video. I watched part 2. Waiting to see part 3 now.

[@kinekclicks6127]

nice boat. looking forward next videos.

[@anonymous-driver143]

Looking forward to the next instalment!

[@kempenaar32]

How wide is this boat? Does the trailer come with the boat? Is it included in the price? Once assembled, can you store it deflated and only inflate when going on the water? How many independent air compartments? When deflated, is it narrower? (trying to figure out if it fits my gate)

[@scubacro5758]

they bought ikea furniture to prepare for the arrival of this boat, thats why they are so good at assembling

[@3MinLures]

😂😂😂

[@viajesdeunmotero6535]

Hi, so in the end I understand you are very happy with the boat, what size is it, do you have videos with the boat on the water, hope you keep enjoying your new boat

[@undecided18]

How did you attach the console? I ordered a similar boat and am assembling now. Mine is aluminum with teak. Console same shape as yours. Any tips appreciated.

[@The_Hype_Mann]

Hi, did you get charged import duties on this? I’m In U.K. and wanting to buy just don’t want to get stung massively!

[@nosegemhealth-vintage]

Of knowing that someone already got my idea is great! i'm in the right path then lol thanks for the video ...

[@rondumb6055]

Aw man Iv been wanting to order one from there as we’ll wonder how hard it was

[@Cristianoron1]

This video is fun to watch

[@ronancosgrove1975]

Hi Boatman, is it possible to send you a PM via this channel? I'd like to pick your brains about some of the process and also to see how the boat is weathering now that you've had it for a good amount of time. Cheers.

[@alecroderick9407]

What seller on Alibaba did you use

[@RACERCAMPOS]

I hope you do brother very curious on that awesome purchase. I like to do myself

[@steveans]

Awesome video. Hydraulic steering? Or cable?

[@boatman9564]

I went for the cable steering, but Hydraulic was an option for an additional $600 (if I remember correctly)

[@davidclausner8220]

That a really nice boat

[@garthjames1436]

Great video! I have also imported a 480 and it arrived last week! I wanted to check if you ordered with the mechanical steering option? I did and would like to know how you connected from what was included to your outboard. I have a 40 Mercury. Thanks again

[@boatman9564]

Great! I’m sure you won’t regret it. Yes I went for the mechanical steering option. On mine there was a hole in the floor where the helm box goes with a large pipe that lead to rear locker, from there you can pull through to the outboard well. I have to say this wasn’t easy as there was a very tight turn that the end of the steering cable didn’t want to go around (but it did eventually). Put the steering through before any other cables as it needs the most manoeuvring space. Once you have the cable laid up to your outboard, you may need to buy a drag link to attach to your outboard (you can get on eBay for about £30) as mine didn’t come with this. One final point, on the mechanical steering it may be in reverse, if this happens you need to switch the cable to the other side on the steering gear behind the wheel. Good luck!

[@garthjames1436]

That great! Thanks for the info. Yeah I have just inflated and it looks great! I will check out the drag link. Under my helm box I have a steering cable but it seems quite short and is a blue cable with a copper fitting on it?

[@garthjames1436]

Sorry to bother you again. Did you notice that when you winch the rib all the way into the bow roller it drops off the rear rollers and they flick up the transom? Thanks again

[@boatman9564]

Sorry I missed this, did you manage to get it sorted? On the rollers, I didn’t have this problem but how much are you out by? You can probably move your stantion post back (aft) to move the boat back. I’m happy to drop you my number if you like

[@garthjames1436]

I will give that a go to see if it gives enough. It isn’t that much out really. Engines being fitted next week then it’s time to get on the water :)

[@cesarchavezapodaca902]

Please share more!!

[@jamaaldarling6825]

Can you also tell us about how you ordered it and what seller did you use! Thanks I cant wait for your next video! And thank you for starting these!

[@boatman9564]

Sure, I’ll make sure to cover that in the next video.

[@maxmackinlay618]

@@boatman9564 Yes, looking forward to learning how to buy inflatable boats on alibaba

[@richpedley3022]

Could you please tell how much it cost to get through customs?

[@fastasfox]

Leaf spring suspension...odd.

[@alexopweg]

Nice boat How much does it cost ?

[@christianweissmann1383]

what did you pay for it .. greats from germany

[@unkledookieful]

Is there a link to the boat?

[@MrAngel2U]

How much did you spend in addition to the price of the boat.

[@chriskopec1858]

How can I buy one in Florida ?

[@vugarm1822]

Hi how much does it cost and how can i buy ?

[@seadoodreamthai]

Bro which company you use?

[@mqaum1844]

hello how much was shipping

[@restinpeaceminette..]

Why the resolution 480p.

[@BigBoiBalu]

Thank you. I'm looking at this as a option for me. 🇨🇦

[@elmalo105]

Does it come with the title and motor and trailer?

[@nickgibbs6891]

no title and no engine

[@miamiwax5504]

Do u pay additional fees or taxes? Do u have to be a company to order from ali baba?

[@boatman9564]

There were some additional fees which I'm going to cover in the third video. I'm hoping to have this up in the next couple of weeks. You don't have to be a company to buy from AliBaba though, anyone can do it!

[@marlowepoitier2302]

WHat is the name or link to the boat

[@hooliganadventure3533]

Hi, can you send me the name of the company or Link on alibaba? i want to buy

[@pawelbeczkowski4703]

Hi how is this rib going for you is all ok . I want to buy one. Is this will be good for Adriatic sea. Regards. Paul

[@boatman9564]

It’s going great and hope to get some more videos up over the summer 👍

[@carsnislands5472]

What company did you order from? I just ordered one from a reputable company made from Hypalon.

[@boatman9564]

Great! Congratulations on taking the leap. Hypalon I think with hindsight would have been worth the extra for me. I used the Shandong REBO Boat Company (although it wasn’t called that at the time I ordered).

[@Nomidfarms]

So your going to tell us your opinions on the boat but not tell us how much it cost? What’s the point in that.

[@bbillyddave]

How much was it

[@dS80615]

Alibaba got me for $3500.00 two years ago and never refunded me.

[@Beamerboy_]

can you give me the link to the boat builder?

[@boatman9564]

I used the Qingdao Yacht Industry & Trade Co Ltd. More details in my next video

[@MrCybernick]

Was that just one air chamber ?????

[@boatman9564]

There’s 4 chambers total.

[@jameshyatt1465]

Who was the manufacturer for this boat? I’ve been looking on alibaba but can’t figure out who to buy from.

[@boatman9564]

I’ve just posted the link in the description, hopefully useful. I’ll be posting another video about ownership after 2 years shortly

[@jameshyatt1465]

@@boatman9564Much appreciated!

[@scottfranza7383]

Good morning from the US!!! I came across your video because I am researching buying a rib from Alibaba. Very similar to what you purchased…. Now that you have had the boat have you had any problems…. Would you recommend this option… I’m looking at a 25ft 8.2m … do you have any suggestions?

[@boatman9564]

Hi Scott, I’ve had mine almost 2 years now and I still love it so I’m still an advocate for doing it. Nothing has fallen off yet and with the exception of some slight fading of the teak in places, it’s as good as the day I got it. If I was buying again, I’d probably go for Hypalon (just because I prefer the matt look) and the hydraulic steering. Easy to say with hindsight though, as when I ordered it I wasn’t sure the think would even turn up so wanted to minimise my outlay. 25ft will be a beast and would be interested to hear how you get on.

[@scottfranza7383]

@@boatman9564 yes I am pricing it out with the Hypalon… was also worried about it showing up so I was gonna do the motor, rigging and electronics when it arrived

[@scottfranza7383]

@@boatman9564 do you by chance remember the name of the company you used

[@boatman9564]

@@scottfranza7383 Sounds good. Yeah I used Qingdao Yacht and Trade Co. The contact there was Claire who according to her Whatzapp is now working for REBO Boat (although this may just be a rebranding of the same company). Anyway I’ll text her and ask if she minds me sharing her number with you.

[@scottfranza7383]

@@boatman9564 that would be great!! Thank you

[@sasquatch5577]

So Alibaba is legit?

[@tristanjones2509]

Fantastic series, i would very much like to do the same thing, would you mind me emailing you or giving u a quick call to get some of the nagging questions in the back of my head ironed out?

[@boatman9564]

Yes happy to have a chat if you can get your contact details over to me

[@counttepesh]

When's the next video please??

[@boatman9564]

I should have the third video up in the next couple of weeks.

[@ryanmurillo3001]

Nice boat

[@mickgrm8166]

i paid 3500$ + 830$ for accessories, 4 month ago, till now nobody answer me, its scam. Be careful guys..

[@descentintomadness7448]

Any update?

[@timklijnsma2804]

It’s no scam😂 I orders 2 ribs 480b from Alibaba last year and in march I order a 700 rib. Alibaba has the best boat

[@WWII25]

Did you get your boat yet?

[@sailorsheffield9128]

@@WWII25we will never know

[@WWII25]

How about now?

[@Android-bd8ft]

ok no information at all about the boat , size ? max cap ? Where did u get it? Price?... I mean , nice boat and all but useless vid for ppl that actually want 1

[@boatman9564]

I’ve just posted a new video which has a bit more information about the buying process.

[@Android-bd8ft]

@@boatman9564 AWESOME , srry if i sounded a but rude but i guess thats what we Dutch ppl are. Thanks again

[@powwow1218]

@@boatman9564 but what was the price?

[@Manuel_Z_Kayaks]

Don't bother asking questions... He doesn't respond

[@imixupfh9053]

Bro if you are seen in America unloading something like that from a truck your hands you would look like a disgrace 😂😭😂😭