Jim

No Rips for Small Fry Tomorrow. It'll be a " Suck it and see " day tomorrow. Just need to get out after all this time ! ! Thanks for the wisdom lads. Jim

Just looked at BBC Shipping. Force 4 - 5 looks too rough for Small Fry. I'll check again later, but what do the more experienced members think about heading towards the IOW to use it for shelter ? Maybe try for Bass ? ? ? Anyone willing to PM some marks and Tactics ? Jim

I'll never get under that bridge ! What Bridge ? Don't worry about it !

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Well, I know you've been waiting. Here it is. Small Fry's new Rod Holder Bridge. Designed by Myself and another Club Member " Fat Chance "

One of the many good points of being part of the club is to draw from all of the more experienced guys' knowledge. Thanks to all of you for the cautionary comments. I dare not go far if it's rough, as i have a stomach complaint - " no guts " I would not entertain the Idea without lots of other members in the area. Thank you all for the advice. I will stay in sheltered areas close to shore I think it's unsafe. Jim

You are absolutely right Martin. I need a Beer. Tomorrow is Friday ( I think ) Yippeeeeeee. Ta Ta, Young Jim

You're welcome on Small Fry Dan

Happy Birthday Sam Have an extra Tot of Rum. Jim

I'm crossing my fingers for a flat - ish sea on Sunday. I too have to Work.

Hoping for Sunday. Wind forecasts are improving. Jim

when i bought small fry, the gps and radio would not fire up, a multimeter confirmed 12v supply was present. it turned out to be corrosion on the switch contacts. 12 volts coming through but no umph ! try re routing a clean supply of power. Jim

Oops ! Bit late. Happy Birthday Dom.

I have a 4HP Suziki on my Warrior 165. I had to use it once in the Entrance to Poole Harbour. It barely beat the current and got me to the safety of Brownsea Island. Your boat is smaller and lighter, so I would think a 4 or 5 HP would be best bet. Also last year's Winter " Flatty Comp " I thought " I'm only going in the harbour - I wont need it " Guess what ? Battery failiure. Always carry it ! ! ! Jim

You want the " Secret Club Map " with the Big Arrows and words saying " There Be Fish Here "

Mine's due soon, I think I paid about three times what you lot paid. I'm with Noble Marine and have been for many years. Time to change. Jim

Charlie Annear, " Jim! We're not that kind of club! " Cheeky Monkey ! Course we are ! Jim

I'm in Hamworthy. You're welcome to take a look at Small Fry ( Warrior 165 ) although I've taken the bridge off to have Rod Holders made and the Electric panel is off at the moment. PM me if ya wanna bring the wife for a look. Jim

What Size / Price / Trailing or Mooring. There was a Warrior available a while back. Have you been on many boats to make a decision ? etc. etc. etc. Jim

I think it's all down to feromones and stuff like that. ( or at least that's the excuse I'm using ) Looks as though I've got a bit of catching up to do on the boat species comp. Looking on the bright side though, Anyone thinking of joining the club but scared of getting shown up can feel quite safe on that score. Jim

Welcome Dave.

A cracking day out Dave. Thanks Mate. I may not have had any Bream, But I've never had a Dogfish or Spotted Ray before _ so they were " Personal Bests " And I've caught something this year at last ! ! ! ! ! Don't forget - the Spotted Ray needs to be added to Wight Magic's Species tally. Hoping to get my bridge back with the new Rod Holders and get Small Fry out there. Jim

You and your Lad do well at the comps. Well done to you Both. Jim

Thanks Dave. Story of my Life ! Just bought one at the Boat Jumble for about

Got back from Cornwall last night. Been looking forward to this for ages ! See you all out there. I hope our club is in the money with the Dolphins open. Good luck to all. Jim