Greg

If that does not work, buy a Panasonic and you get 5 years warranty!!

I agree with most of the comments previously mentioned. I have been at Cobbs for 25 years. The staff are great and the facilities are Brilliant. However, it has only been the last three years that we have had a boat where we have had to rely on the lifting of the bridges to get us out there fishing. I have to be honest and say it is a pain and we are considering buying a boat where we do not have the reliance on the bridges. If you want to go fishing in the week there is no bridge lifts at 08.30AM or at 5.30PM. The rush hour takes priority. Also, if you want to go fishing in the winter time during the shorter days you have to leave Cobbs in the dark at 07.15 for the bridges. Otherwise if you get the bidges at 09.30AM you will not be on your marks until 10.45AM. On average it takes between 15 to 20 minutes to go through the bridges. You then have to contend with the bridges breaking down. The new bridge has broken down a few times. Also, the last time Stuie and I went out we had to wait 6 hours for the Old town bridge to lift as that had broken down too. This can be very irritating as we all want to go fishing when there are certain weather windows. Generally, you have to plan your trips carefully and always have a back up plan if the bridges do not lift. Good luck with your new boat she looks great. Greg.

Brilliant fish Nige Well Done Greg

Yes very good pictures Lofty. The Corkwing's photo is particularly good as it is a good example of the Kidney shape behind it's eye which is always a giveaway that it is a Corkwing Wrasse. Greg

Well Done Neal Just the Poole Open Cod one to win now and then you will have a full house!!! Greg

Same Here, Happy Birthday guys, looked like you both had a great day. Greg

Nope - Too far with a hangover I'm afraid Won't be able to drive for at least a week!!

Happy Birthday Chris, Double celebrations tomorrow night then!! I sense there could be quite a session, Greg

1st place best specimen: rod and reel combo, PBSBAC 2nd place best specimen: rod and maybe tackle voucher - Greg Toms 3rd place best specimen: fixed spool reel Best Girl over the 3 competitions: rod and reel combo largest fish 19th July: small tackle selection and voucher ; donated by Neolimn Photography & Design (Ian Simpson) largest fish 9th august: small tackle selection and voucher largest fish 6th September:small tackle selection and voucher all three of the largest fish prizes need to be of the same value, I would suggest around £30.00 highest number of species 19th July: highest number of species 9th august: highest number of species 6th September: open to suggestions for this category to keep some variety, however same as above need to be same value of around £30.00 HATS AND TROPHYS: TO BE ORGANISED BY PBSBAC

19th July Alfresco- Jayden Wald, Sam and Dom Annear Marlin - Bradley Toms 9th August Alfresco- Jayden Wald, Emma and Amy Simpson 6th September Alfresco- Jayden Wald, Jacob Givans, Jack Allen Marlin - Bradley Toms

Hi Sam Well executed as usual Sam well done. May I suggest you list the prizes and quantities you require for donation. That way we can put our names by the side of each prize. This will save duplication and having too many of one type of prize and will hopefully encourage members to donate. Regards, Greg

Happy Birthday Santa --- Ooops Greg

1) Sea Dream - Stuie and crew TBA 2) Kingfisher - Chris, Mal, Lester 3) Marlin - Greg and Brad

Hello Rich This happened to my first fishing boat I bought from new. After the third year exactly the same happened to mine. The manufacturer honoured the three year hull warranty and the boat was taken back to the factory and repaired. It took four months to be returned. How old is your boat? check to see if the hull still under warrantee.? Greg

I would also take a look at the foundations under the external wall of the extension. Concrete strip foundations should be built for a cavity wall i.e to a minimum of 600mm wide. Depth of the foundation would depend on the soil type but should not be less than 300mm deep. If the foundations were built for a single wall and are narrow this may cause you problems for the future, especially if you are thinking of adding another skin or building upwards.

I went last year and bought some items. Like the others say, you need to have a good rummage. I bought two mugs for a £1 each which are specifically designed not to fall over or spill their contents. I have used them on board and they work well. I also bought a roll of anti-slide matting for the galley table, so that when we are eating our lunch our plates and cups don't slide off the table. I believe you need to get there early to get the bargains and best buys. I think it's worth going as long as the weather is favourable!!

Happy Birthday Dan hope you have a great day.

Hi Mike I'm not great at doing these things but what I would do is to convert your excel sheet to a pdf. Then upload the pdf like you would a jpeg photo i.e. attach it. Not sure if it will work but that is what I would try, Greg

I thought the Granny Jams were the best!!!!

Hi Chris Welcome to the club Chris. I grew up in Hamworthy and now live just outside. Hamworthy is largely on the flat and most things are within walking distance including the shore. It's a great place to live, you've even got a tackle shop in Hamworthy. Good luck in your house hunting and look forward to seeing you at the Meeting. Greg

Thank you all for your kind wishes. Had a great day off today and went down to Vesuvio at Alum Chine for lunch with the family. We then took a stroll to walk off our lunch and went into Bournemouth Aquarium (at Brad's request) The water conditions and weather were perfect. Typical when your boat is out of the water Stuie!! There again it just gives me more encouragement to get down to the boat tomorrow and complete the antifouling.

Happy Birthday For Yesterday Brian Hope you had a good day, Greg

Happy Birthday Martin Hope you're having a great day. Greg

Happy Birthday Ian Hope you manage to out fish Neal again this year!! Greg

I'm just a poor Buoy!!!!