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Mark, That looks a cracking good boat. Wish you all many happy hours together enjoying her afloat.

Alun, Prop Revs will do the whole job. Tell him you are a PBSBAC member and a Christchurch boat and you may get enrolled into the 'not so exclusive club' He is seriously helpful! ATB T

Interesting one this! I am a true lefty, but have a seemingly total ambidextrous attitude with rod and reel. Have you really given it a go, 'cos I can't tell the difference? In my course fishing day, I had one rod each side of my seat, one with a Mitchell 300 reel, the other with a 301. Give it a try..................

There should be a manufacturers max hull rating. I would ask around before fitting too big an engine or you may find it hard to get insurance.

Get on to Sembcorp (Bournemouth Water) ASAP, and speak to Linda McMullen in recreational services. O1202 444646. There is also a fishing and moorings page on www.sembcorpbw.co.uk. The quomps moorings would suit you.

You're having a cracker Paul............. respec' Happy Birthday!

No time for a trip today sadly but went down to the mooring to check over and run up to temp. Checked out 'the bar' on the way home and confirmed reports that a proper channel was not evident. Seems to be a crest coming off the end of the western bank off the beach huts and extends a pretty long way eastward. Spoke to Niggle who was out at the time and he had largely experience what I was seeing. The bigger boats will have to be careful over the next set of tides at least, until a gap appears. Be safe

Merry Christmas All From Otter and crew. Today I shall get wet on the inside...... Whatever your plans today, have a very happy and peaceful Christmas. Cheers Trev

Weather window next Tuesday Martin ...........................use it wisely !!! Happy Christmas

I am a bit further down on the Quomps. Mayors Mead car park side, 3 out and 4 down from the slip. No particular security issuse from the surounding boats in the past 4 seasons. I'll look out for you on the tide. T

You need upgrading on the forum as you are not seeing some of the good stuff

A sketchy report today from a friend. His mate had not long fitted a new Honda outboard - believed to be 75 hp. Boat stolen from the mooring and taken half a mile. Cables cut and new engine chain-sawed off the transom.............. more accurate details to follow as available.

Great skills James & Mark The early bird etc... Good to see you out there. Trev

Great fishing Nige Cod not really 'avin' it whilst we fished but did see some very heavy plucks. Tried the inducement method but sadly didn't connect. Like you say that's fishin'. Short shake down and move from Poole back to Xchurch for Otter so didn't give it the full tide it deserved, but had great fun all the same. Well done on finding the pot of gold Nige - top marks!

Neal.................... you old f@rt!! Trying to catch me up again hey Yarll never make it Have a very Happy Birthday Neal Hope you get a pass

Otter is out for second shake down and passage from Poole to Christchurch with Derek (codpiece) as crew. Probably stopping for a bash at the usual target. on ch. 6 Have a nice day y'all.

The Rabbit A rabbit walks into a pub and says to the barman, 'Can I have a pint of beer, and a Ham and Cheese Toastie? The barman is amazed, but gives the rabbit a pint of beer and a ham and cheese toastie. The rabbit drinks the beer and eats the toastie. He then leaves. The following night the rabbit returns and again asks for a pint of beer, and a Ham and Cheese Toastie. The barman, now intrigued by the rabbit and the extra drinkers in the pub, (because word gets round), gives the rabbit the pint and the Toastie. The rabbit consumes them and leaves. The next night, the pub is packed. In walks the rabbit and says, 'A pint of beer and a Ham and Cheese Toastie, please barman.' The crowd is hushed as the barman gives the rabbit his pint and toastie, and then burst into applause as the rabbit wolfs them down The next night there is standing room only in the pub. Coaches have been laid on for the crowds of patrons attending. The barman is making more money in one week than he did all last year In walks the rabbit and says, 'A pint of beer and a Ham and Cheese Toastie, please barman, The barman says, 'I'm sorry rabbit, old mate, old mucker, but we are right out of them Ham and Cheese Toasties...' The rabbit looks aghast. The crowd has quietened to almost a whisper, when the barman clears his throat nervously and says, 'We do have a very nice Cheese and Onion Toastie.' The rabbit looks him in the eye and says, 'Are you sure I will like it.' The masses' bated breath is ear shatteringly silent. The barman, with a roguish smile says, 'Do you think that I would let down one of my best friends. I know you'll love it.' 'Ok,' says the rabbit, 'I'll have a pint of beer and a Cheese and Onion Toastie.' The pub erupts with glee as the rabbit quaffs the beer and guzzles the toastie. He then waves to the crowd and leaves.... NEVER TO RETURN!!!!!! ----- One year later, in the now impoverished public house, the barman, (who has only served 4 drinks tonight, 3 of which were his), calls time. When he is cleaning down the now empty bar, he sees a small white form, floating above the bar. The barman says, 'Who are you?', To which he is answered, 'I am the ghost of the rabbit that used to frequent your public house.' The barman says, 'I remember you. You made me famous. You would come in every night and have a pint of beer and a Ham and Cheese Toastie. Masses came to see you and this place was famous.' The rabbit says, 'Yes I know.' The barman said, 'I remember, on your last night we didn't have any Ham and Cheese Toasties. You had a Cheese and Onion one instead.' The rabbit said, 'Yes, you promised me that I would love it. The barman said, 'You never came back, what happened?' 'I DIED', said the rabbit. 'NO!' said the barman. 'What from?' After a short pause, the rabbit said... 'Mixin-me-toasties.'

FMR........... I thought I was cabin crazy..........

Wow........ that looks delightful Alun. If I get a two day pass I'll be having a go for sure Good luck to all

This is why the squirrels are busy ....... hard weather coming in

Vigilance needed................ Squirrels at work......

Happy Birthday Rob. Have a great day

I hope you get out fishing sooooon........ sounds like you need some 'out time' as much as I do

Any tips, pointers and comments on the bar and run at the moment? I'll be coming home from Poole shortly. many thanks

Charlie A What a great day you had - I have heard AWOL and her skippers are a great venue and hosts. Nice one guys.