2015 Zar Formenti Z-5

This Z-5 shows off why Zar’s RIBs feel bigger than they measure. Clever bow seating converts from a lounging space to a secure perch for sightseeing, and the raised tubes keep spray down so everyone stays drier than you’d expect in a 15-footer. Storage is tucked into almost every compartment, so beach gear, crab pots, or snorkeling bags disappear neatly out of the way. The console layout is simple and intuitive, with good sightlines while standing or sitting. Wide side decks and secure handholds make it easy for kids and guests to move around without drama, and the low profile at the stern makes swimming or climbing back aboard after a dip feel effortless.

This Z-5 is particularly well-suited to local waters where conditions can swing from flat calm to short, choppy wind waves in a single outing. The deep, rigid hull gives you the confidence to run across open fetch while the inflatable tubes add stability when you’re drifting, fishing, or waiting on a mooring. Its compact size is ideal for tight marina slips, narrow ramps, and busy launch areas, yet it still handles like a much larger boat once you’re clear of the breakwater. Shallow draft lets you nose into beaches and coves others can’t reach, turning nearby shorelines into your own private playground.