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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 08 April 2024, 08:06
Replies: 28
Views: 1,954
Posted By Fender
Couple of seasons ago I was in a boatyard's...

Couple of seasons ago I was in a boatyard's workshop where a new Highfield was being fitted out for a customer, part of the fit-out included regluing numerous tube tapes and fittings that were...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 February 2024, 12:10
Replies: 13
Views: 1,424
Posted By Fender
So I guess all the above areas are' Overrated'...

So I guess all the above areas are' Overrated' according to you?

I agree, peoples minds can be funny things, like having a dig about the Solent at every opportunity...................Mr PD you...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 February 2024, 13:02
Replies: 13
Views: 1,424
Posted By Fender
Deadrise / hull shape will obviously affect ride,...

Deadrise / hull shape will obviously affect ride, however hull length has a huge effect on a crafts performance in seas, compare a 9m spanning wave crests to a 5m having to drop into every...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 February 2024, 08:56
Replies: 13
Views: 1,424
Posted By Fender
Rather than the type of boat I believe its the...

Rather than the type of boat I believe its the person at the Helm who makes all the difference, clearly Pikey Dave was born a floating GOD! Take last year on the Solent, the Tattenger festival, Cowes...
Forum: Engines & props 27 November 2023, 10:59
Replies: 45
Views: 2,845
Posted By Fender
Can you try a few different pitch / size props?...

Can you try a few different pitch / size props? there's obviously a few factors that affect a boat getting-on the plane, so I'd experiment :thumbs:
Forum: Bits and pieces 16 May 2023, 12:51
Replies: 11
Wanted: Anchor Rope
Views: 692
Posted By Fender
You learn something new everyday......:thumbs:

You learn something new everyday......:thumbs:
Forum: Engines & props 21 March 2023, 12:49
Replies: 18
Views: 2,783
Posted By Fender
Relevant to todays boating - not sure, for the...

Relevant to todays boating - not sure, for the life of me I can't remember the last fireball at Salterns marina ( nor any where else..... ) not only would H&S not be happy but it might make the...
Forum: Other stuff 26 September 2022, 06:56
Replies: 6
Views: 1,222
Posted By Fender
Tooooooo many sherbets at the Hut? :whistling:

Tooooooo many sherbets at the Hut? :whistling:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 23 September 2022, 15:12
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By Fender
Brave man! ...

Brave man!

https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/island-harbour-restaurant-breeze-slammed-155700651.html

:lol:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 September 2022, 10:21
Replies: 7
Views: 815
Posted By Fender
That happened last week - loads of info on google...

That happened last week - loads of info on google
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-62924907
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 July 2022, 15:09
Replies: 48
Views: 4,103
Posted By Fender
You could always stop bringing it up? Now there's...

You could always stop bringing it up? Now there's a thought! :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 July 2022, 14:03
Replies: 48
Views: 4,103
Posted By Fender
Yaawwwnnnnnnn......... I see you've...

Yaawwwnnnnnnn.........
I see you've conveniently dodged the question? :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 July 2022, 13:33
Replies: 48
Views: 4,103
Posted By Fender
We'll don't you sarcastically bring up the Solent...

We'll don't you sarcastically bring up the Solent Chop every opportunity you can inc a couple of days ago on the first page of this thread, so people/you do belittle it, I also don't think anyone has...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 July 2022, 11:29
Replies: 48
Views: 4,103
Posted By Fender
Clearly sea conditions with the right elements...

Clearly sea conditions with the right elements can be challenging pretty much anywhere, its the constant ( and unjustified ) belittling of the Solent 'chop' that's now getting boring :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 July 2022, 09:13
Replies: 48
Views: 4,103
Posted By Fender
Absolutely, so much is made of the silly 'Solent...

Absolutely, so much is made of the silly 'Solent Chop', I mean, how bad can it be.? :thumbs:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-13914913
65 incidents in one day, Ben Ainslie stating...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 09 May 2022, 09:16
Replies: 6
Views: 1,046
Posted By Fender
More relevant reviews :thumbs: ...

More relevant reviews :thumbs:
https://www.facebook.com/SeaViewYachtClub/reviews
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 March 2022, 08:54
Replies: 17
Views: 1,490
Posted By Fender
Pop a 'Made in China' sticker on the transom,...

Pop a 'Made in China' sticker on the transom, that would deter most people..............................:whistling:................................:rofl:
Forum: Trailers & towing 18 February 2022, 09:16
Replies: 16
Views: 2,316
Posted By Fender
Marina or dry stack 100% We've done both...

Marina or dry stack 100%

We've done both over many years and every time the boat is on a trailer you use it less - its the hassle factor!
Hop in the car, hit the coast, park up, step onto your...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 03 February 2022, 11:58
Replies: 9
Views: 1,844
Posted By Fender
As well as the above, hopefully it might make...

As well as the above, hopefully it might make other boaters think twice and maybe avert a similar situation - we've all had the most amazing days afloat - but the sea can be a unforgiving place
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 February 2022, 13:21
Replies: 9
Views: 1,844
Posted By Fender
Emily Lewis - Update

https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/19893274.pair-court-southampton-girl-emily-lewis-dies-solent-crash/

:(
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 04 January 2022, 08:29
Replies: 20
Views: 3,170
Posted By Fender
'Your gonna need a bigger boat!' :lol:

'Your gonna need a bigger boat!' :lol:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 December 2021, 15:07
Replies: 22
Views: 2,078
Posted By Fender
LOL - think you might be right :thumbs: If...

LOL - think you might be right :thumbs:

If 0.01% of the population are knob's, that's still a lot of Muppets in the world, your bound to meet a few in your lifetime :whistling:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 November 2021, 13:29
Replies: 30
Views: 2,691
Posted By Fender
Might be the more expensive option but do it once...

Might be the more expensive option but do it once and do it right! If it needs tubes then re-tube it :thumbs:
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 September 2021, 08:49
Replies: 48
Views: 3,690
Posted By Fender
Maybe.......just a small amount :whistling: ...

Maybe.......just a small amount :whistling:






As pointed out by Tim they are very different situations, I'd suggest the major majority of open boat users quite rightly wear a floatation...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 September 2021, 15:11
Replies: 48
Views: 3,690
Posted By Fender
You do like repeating yourself, there must be...

You do like repeating yourself, there must be some form of medication for that.........
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