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Well done Nige .. you seemed to be doing the rounds .... weather kicked up a bit after you left the patch and you can read the rest in my report.. Wishin Too is a lovely looking boat mate ... glad you are enjoying her. Dave

Happy Birthday Dave ..... Dave

Happy birthday Charlie ... hope you get a treat or two !!! Dave

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Well done and thanks Neal ... Dave

What can I say nipper !!!! I am still adjusting to the 640 ... even after your help.. Well done on the trip and species ... Dave

Problem is that all this will be in the sea a lot quicker than it used to be because the EA and pressure groups like NE etc have lowered all the weirs and structures that used to hold water in the rivers plains ... it is the aquifers that need "re-charging" and without the water stored on the land it all just flows to the sea.. We are so lucky in our area.... but how long will it last ??? Dave

I am on dry stack miles away .....but bearing in mind all that has happened to you and our other members in the last year.....thanks for the heads up Colin. Always pays to be vigilant. Dave

Well done that man .... Glad you got what you wanted and can't wait to see your reports flow again ..... Has she got a name ??? Dave

Sorry to hear about the sale Jim..... hope she goes to a good home and gets your asking price ... I hope the ribbing about " Haskins Garden Ornament " isn't the main reason !!! Dave

Ok Lads ... I have kept qt on this one til I had some proper info to offer !!! Rich .... et al 1) Steve Dean is indeed a Senior Transportation Engineer at Poole .....but his expertise is in Traffic and Parking I believe. He is a yachty "sailor" too !! 2) The existing "old bridge " has parts that are designated as a Class 2 listed structure and therefore will be maintained as such for the foreseeable future. 3) The Twin Sails Bridge Project was originally part of a dual plan in which the approaches to the existing "old bridge " would be replaced (they were strengthened a "few" years ago because they failed 40t assessment.... they are currently operating with a class 2 fire engine limit I believe ). Finance for this part of the "plan" is still to be obtained ... so don't hold your breath !! 4) There are to be a few " short term berths " provided between the two bridges which are intended for ships that are of a size likely to find it difficult to hold station in the holding area .. where these are or if they are in place yet I am not sure ... perhaps it will be explained on the PHC website ?? 5) The plan regarding the bridge operation / opening times and signalling is that.... the rules are a "living and breathing" process ... as original operations are used, shortfalls and problems will be noted and addressed ... hopefully to the "delight" of all concerned....( maybe even yet a 3 open sequence will be adopted ???? ) 6) The footpath on the Hamworthy side is currently in a temporary location/ state .... there are so many "services " still to be laid behind the current location that it would have been silly to lay permanent footpath just to excavate again when services were installed..... the final resting place for the footpath is "behind" the trees and lamp columns.... I hope this info is accurate and it helps clear the mist ... though I am still not a "believer" in the new bridge ...i do believe that mis info is not helpful to any one. Dave

She is yours Graham .... an ur gonna love her !! Well done mate ..... loads of work and plenty of resolve .... I hope she does the job for you and you have many happy and safe hours on her !! Dave

I squeeze the bulb and hug my engine as often as I can ..... still working after many years of use !!!! Still loving mine too.... esp since I have been upgraded to a 4 stroke Dave

Happy Birthday Jim ... Dave

Now I know what all the winking is about when you guys discuss DIY !! Dave

Alice II .......Tuesday 03/04/12.... 11am to 3.30pm sandbanks/patch and swash with worms for ABSOLUTELY nowt....not a bite, tug or sniff !! Had some electrical issues after battery change ..... a line of fuses blown. VHF not working.... fuse again.. Learnt some so not wasted....but it did get a bit snotty and cold towards the end. Got home just before rain started so stayed dry. Dave

Cheers fellas ... money already spent !! Ben's car insurance for next year !!!! Why didn't this happen for me ???? Duncan ... I am overwhelmed by your offer and your trust ..... I will indeed let you know !! Dave

Happy Tony Wishes Birthday OOOps .....well p'r'aps yool reed dis after sum red haspassed the lips an itwill makeperficsense.. Have a great day young-un !! Dave

SOLD Sorry Duncan .....but man came with crispy notes and gave me the money I wanted. She is now on her way to Bridgewater and all I can say is that I hope the new owner gets as much pleasure and good fishing as I did on her ..... I told him about PBSBAC and about our members who launch into Lyme Bay .... cos that is what he is gonna do !! Not bad .....cleaned and dusted her on Tuesday .... advertised at 13:50 today ....Adtrader, Freeads and Boats & Outboards ....Phoned at 16.30 by the now owner ..... sold by 20:30 ......Result Dave

Hi all .... Just wondering if anybody knows of a source for 5 ft and 4 ft tubes.... I have tried internet and they sell minimum 5 units of each I only want 3 x 5 ft and 1 x 4ft daylight or white For my garage Cheers Dave

Great news mate ... hope the replacement is all you desire .... well almost all !! Dave

What a boat ... Well done Alan ... hope you enjoy many happy hours her.. Dave

Belated Happy Birthday Craig from me too ... hope you had a good one mate Dave

Rob is TANGO II now..... Both now sold !!! Dave