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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 16 April 2021, 13:26
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Thanks SR

Thanks SR
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 April 2021, 22:35
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I presume it has happened then!

I presume it has happened then!
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 April 2021, 22:14
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Nice one Matt, hopefully we will all get to use...

Nice one Matt, hopefully we will all get to use our toys more this year and have no time for fiddling (that's me) or projects like you.

What's with the tennis balls?
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 April 2021, 22:10
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Posted By Steve509926
Thanks David. It may be just my imagination, but...

Thanks David. It may be just my imagination, but the OB does sound quieter and appears to be smoother since I've fitted the new prop.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 April 2021, 21:53
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Posted By Steve509926
A couple more videos of Ullswater. The first of...

A couple more videos of Ullswater. The first of Glenridding and Patterdale from Place Fell.

https://youtu.be/ACaqlKqwX_8

The second on Ullswater towards Glenridding and Patterdale.
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 April 2021, 21:40
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Posted By Steve509926
Hopefully I've figured out how to upload videos,...

Hopefully I've figured out how to upload videos, if so, this is The Waterside Hotel on Ullswater. Right on the waters edge, fantastic views of Ullswater and the mountains around Glenridding and...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 15 April 2021, 20:57
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Posted By Steve509926
Had a few fantastic days on Ullswater, blue...

Had a few fantastic days on Ullswater, blue skies, sunny but very cold. The water was very quiet only saw 2 Ribs and a couple of SIBs both with electric motors. Lots of Sups and kayaks though.
The...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 April 2021, 10:41
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Posted By Steve509926
You're fine with a 2 stroke.

You're fine with a 2 stroke.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 April 2021, 08:06
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Posted By Steve509926
You only need a license for Windermere, which I...

You only need a license for Windermere, which I think is £35 for the first year and £25 for subsequent years. You'd have to apply a few weeks before you went, registration number must be displayed...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 April 2021, 21:20
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Posted By Steve509926
No licence or permit needed, 10kn speed limit...

No licence or permit needed, 10kn speed limit which is "enforced", but I've never seen the ranger on a weekday. Providing your sensible, slow around Glenridding and Pooley Bridge and stick below the...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 April 2021, 17:12
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Posted By Steve509926
We're going to really enjoy it, just being away...

We're going to really enjoy it, just being away will be such a nice change.
Long time since I've been in the Waterside hotel, probably 25 years! From memory it was a really nice hotel. I know it's...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 April 2021, 13:54
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Posted By Steve509926
End of Winter Lockdown

So Monday 12th hopefully brings the end of the Winter Lockdown, when we can travel further afield and stay overnight, albeit in self contained accommodation.
Going to Ullswater for 5 nights staying...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 13 March 2021, 11:30
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Posted By Steve509926
I am so pleased I didn't post a video of me...

I am so pleased I didn't post a video of me threading a needle ;)
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 March 2021, 19:59
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Posted By Steve509926
Well who knew (well obviously you) :thumbs::)

Well who knew (well obviously you) :thumbs::)
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 March 2021, 19:25
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Posted By Steve509926
Thanks Jeff. I tend to agree. I'm thinking...

Thanks Jeff.

I tend to agree. I'm thinking maybe a black, fiberglass console, hugging the tube might fit the bill :D
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 March 2021, 19:19
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Posted By Steve509926
He probably has and he probably would, but...

He probably has and he probably would, but lockdown dosn't end until the 12th April and I fully intend to be on Ullswater before 10.00am :)
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 March 2021, 17:18
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Posted By Steve509926
That looks a great bit of kit. Next time I've got...

That looks a great bit of kit. Next time I've got a sewing job I may invest in one - or get someone else to sew it for me :)
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 11 March 2021, 14:28
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Posted By Steve509926
I know I'm over reacting, but I was so happy this...

I know I'm over reacting, but I was so happy this morning when I walked into the workshop and the SD360 hadn't lost any pressure 60hrs after doing my fist ever repair :D

I've fitted the bow box...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 March 2021, 18:28
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Posted By Steve509926
Now I know why The Gurnard uses a sowing machine....

Now I know why The Gurnard uses a sowing machine. I've only sewn the webbing to attach it to the drop nose pins. Took me ages to thread the needle each time and my fingers are killing me, needles are...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 March 2021, 19:37
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Posted By Steve509926
Appley Bridge J27 M6. Gives me access to the best...

Appley Bridge J27 M6. Gives me access to the best of both worlds. Anglesey/North Wales and the Lake District but it does mean I have to travel.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 March 2021, 16:06
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Posted By Steve509926
Fortunately not mice, no nibbles, a straight...

Fortunately not mice, no nibbles, a straight forward slice through the pvc. Looked like a Stanley knife cut, so it must have been a very sharp flint or Welsh slate that did it, that last trip out...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 March 2021, 14:59
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Posted By Steve509926
Law of Sod

Lockdown projects came to a grinding halt late November when I was convinced to decorate a bedroom before Christmas by my better half.
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, stairs, hall, landing and snug later,...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 10 November 2020, 19:03
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Posted By Steve509926
Thanks for the magnet idea. I tried the test, it...

Thanks for the magnet idea. I tried the test, it just about attracts it, but it won't pick it up.
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 09 November 2020, 22:42
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Posted By Steve509926
The 4 stainless steel drop nose pins arrived from...

The 4 stainless steel drop nose pins arrived from China today which means I can now finish the webbing straps on the seats.
I would have liked to have supported a British firm, but at £4.17 for four...
Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 05 November 2020, 21:35
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Posted By Steve509926
Maybe :) But I feel it is going to be a long...

Maybe :)

But I feel it is going to be a long winter! and project 3 will only take a few days, hours really, but I can stretch it out! ;)
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