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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 04 April 2013, 15:12
Replies: 84
Views: 36,108
Posted By Gotchidad
1. Only time will tell with that to be honest...

1. Only time will tell with that to be honest really. It's only a smallish diameter spring but it isn't being stretched a whole lot relative to its length so I can't see it wearing out very quickly,...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 19 August 2012, 18:45
Replies: 48
Views: 7,239
Posted By Gotchidad
Yes, when we take all the raymarine stuff out at...

Yes, when we take all the raymarine stuff out at the end of summer we can send it back and have them replace the plug for piece of mind. I must admit I don't think there's a problem
Forum: Engines & props 08 January 2012, 12:03
Replies: 38
Views: 11,475
Posted By Gotchidad
*Cough Redbay 16m flybridge with twin Mercury...

*Cough Redbay 16m flybridge with twin Mercury Racing 1350hp sterndrives *cough *cough

:D:D:D:D:D

(think of the fuel bill!)

(gotchiguy)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 21 December 2011, 11:13
Replies: 17
Views: 3,897
Posted By Gotchidad
Very sorry to hear of Roy's illness and wish him...

Very sorry to hear of Roy's illness and wish him a speedy recovery. He certainly treated us very well when we bought our Vipermax.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 02 August 2011, 22:45
Replies: 576
Views: 77,882
Posted By Gotchidad
Well done. Great news.

Well done. Great news.
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 07 July 2011, 13:18
Replies: 468
Views: 60,624
Posted By Gotchidad
:hide: 'kin 'eck! I didn't quite mean to...

:hide:

'kin 'eck! I didn't quite mean to spark such a response. I understand how vulnerable you feel Matt now that we have no Navy to defend us any more the French may come and seize them at any...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 July 2011, 19:24
Replies: 4
Views: 1,278
Posted By Gotchidad
We have used the stuff in Martin's link before...

We have used the stuff in Martin's link before but this year have moved to Marine A-glaze (due to a good deal at the boatshow).

Both are good, would seem that the A-glaze stuff is a little more...
Forum: Other stuff 20 June 2011, 10:32
Replies: 14
Views: 1,961
Posted By Gotchidad
A cheaper option is to get an external firewire...

A cheaper option is to get an external firewire (now more likely USB) external HD. The two partitions on this (Acer) computer are both full to the brim so I have bought a 1TB Hitatchi HD. It has...
Forum: Trailers & towing 20 June 2011, 10:25
Replies: 12
Views: 2,404
Posted By Gotchidad
Soooooooo many benefits for those who tow boats. ...

Soooooooo many benefits for those who tow boats. Insurance, recovery, cheaper ferries etc etc

(gotchiguy)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 June 2011, 10:28
Replies: 31
Views: 5,441
Posted By Gotchidad
Because they wouldn't be stupid enough to risk...

Because they wouldn't be stupid enough to risk their livelihood by getting involved in a stunt which if brought to the CAA's attention could have got them in a great deal of trouble. Professional...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 March 2011, 10:08
Replies: 119
Views: 19,010
Posted By Gotchidad
Without wishing to comment on the incident itself...

Without wishing to comment on the incident itself other than to express my condolences to the family of the fisherman, I am slightly surprised that no one has referred to any guidance more precise...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 March 2011, 15:32
Replies: 10
Views: 2,358
Posted By Gotchidad
He was commiserating with him. Get back to your...

He was commiserating with him. Get back to your studies!:]
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 16 January 2011, 11:17
Replies: 576
Views: 77,882
Posted By Gotchidad
I think you'll find it's a legal requirement to...

I think you'll find it's a legal requirement to have the book with you anyway. :)
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 02 January 2011, 21:20
Replies: 576
Views: 77,882
Posted By Gotchidad
I think this is correct for most radios. It...

I think this is correct for most radios. It appears alongside US & International as a further option. Remember ATIS isn't just the identification message, it also sets the radio to low power on all...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 January 2011, 16:32
Replies: 576
Views: 77,882
Posted By Gotchidad
I noticed this link on the Cap Breizh website. ...

I noticed this link on the Cap Breizh website. https://www.france-waterways.com/public/index.php Not sure whether these are the same publications referred to elsewhere in the thread, but might be...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 31 December 2010, 12:33
Replies: 65
Views: 8,046
Posted By Gotchidad
Yep, we went round Falmouth last year just as...

Yep, we went round Falmouth last year just as they had a big shout. It was all calm and the bloke was talking to us about stuff then suddenly it all went a bit mental and we just got told to bugger...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 December 2010, 10:59
Replies: 9
Views: 2,248
Posted By Gotchidad
Thanks alot! That will be very useful!:thumbs: I...

Thanks alot! That will be very useful!:thumbs: I have been PMd his number so will give him a call after Xmas.

Any leads on the older boat from 11 yrs ago!?

(sorry, wrong account ;))
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 22:49
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
This site shows the route. Since the leading...

This site shows the route. Since the leading boats are aiming to finish in 7 days I don't think there's time for a stop-off.

https://routedurhum-labanquepostale.geovoile.com/2010/?lg=en
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 21:27
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
As I understand the position, in France jetskis...

As I understand the position, in France jetskis can only be used by day and are limited to a distance two miles from the coast. Within 300 metres of shore their use is subject to local regulations. ...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 19:03
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
There were special restrictions for the whole...

There were special restrictions for the whole area along the coast which meant that only motor boats with a fixed VHF listening out on Ch 16 were allowed in. All other activities such as diving,...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 10:37
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
The video shows how quickly we were all moving to...

The video shows how quickly we were all moving to keep pace with the boats, and how close all the spectating vessels were :eek:
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Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 10:25
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
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Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 10:24
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
More photos....

More photos....
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 November 2010, 10:23
Replies: 81
Views: 11,042
Posted By Gotchidad
Report.... I knew the day was going to live...

Report....

I knew the day was going to live up to expectations when it dawned clear and bright, if a little breezy, and the Police Municipale were on duty to control the crowds waiting for the...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 28 October 2010, 07:59
Replies: 24
Views: 4,330
Posted By Gotchidad
Martin. Thanks for the offer - I may well take...

Martin. Thanks for the offer - I may well take you up on it. However, despite what I say, I've probably got to persevere with the Raymarine a bit longer. I've actually got two complete radio...
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