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Can you be breathalised in a kayak?

Reminds me of Turner And Hooch 😂

How about this https://www.findafishingboat.com/fast-fisher/ad-111052 and it's a walk around

I don't have a boat yet but have been studying in depth for some time now An Arvor 810 fits your spec, you can sunbathe on the roof, and it's shaft drive, Less to go wrong and more fishing space and a live bait well If I had the dosh it would my first choice

Oops I don't find Amazon cheapest anymore these days, you could try Banggood, they have a hub in Germany.

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Thanks for that, how soon is soon, I'm straining at the leash now🛥️🛥️🛥️, PM me pls Adrian

Update The broker contacted me last week, they had put the boat in the water to prep it for the sea trial, and found that it had a lateral crack that was letting in water, and the engine oil was emulsified. They gave me the option of letting them fix it, or refund my deposit. Engines can be fixed but a lateral crack is a bit scary so I'm taking the refund. 😢😢😢 So it's back to the drawing board. After reading the fishy tales with dodgy weather and slipways I'm having a rethink about launch and retrieve (at my tender age) so are there any members on a swing mooring. What are the disadvantages and benefits, I'm guessing security for one. Thanks in advance Adrian

Which slip was that?

Just add, an absolute pig to get rid of, his fuel tank is glued in place, and cleaning it has been very difficult, it's still not right.

I'm no expert but I think it takes a lot longer than 3 months for champignons. Helped a friend sail a yacht from La Rochelle to Poole last year. It had not been used for over 2 years and it had the problem. I think you can get additives or something similar to inhibit. As I said I'm no expert, just my two penneth.

It's called retirement 😎

Seems like a lot of you need a work break

Hi Gaz and welcome I joined in January, still haven't got a boat yet, but have put a deposit on one pending a sea trial. The guys in the club are very friendly and helpful, and some even know a little bit about boats and fishing, so don't hold back on the questions I've still got loads to ask.

I'm very uncomfortable with people losing their livelihoods, however it's economic Darwinism, natural selection, survival of the fittest etc. If you are unfortunate to have a business badly effected by the lockdown it's really tough, conversely if you make face masks you're very lucky. The important thing is all pull together. Stay safe

Hi Gaffa it does come with an anchor, but you're right there's no roller or anything so will need to investigate, along with lots of other issues. On top of 3verything else there are chartd, power boat courses etc so it seems to be true that boat stands for "break out another thousand"

Thanks for that advice Andy135 Concerning the doel fins from your previous comment I think it could be the size and weight of the engine, Swellboy said the engine's a bit of a lump" and might need trim plates to keep the back down (my oops that should be up thanks Andy)

After looking at Coddy's pdf link, I see what Colin-58 meant by batteries and isolators being a subject of their own. I'll need an expert for this. So much to learn..........and relishing it.

A big thank you to Swellboy, Coddy, Colin58, Andy135 and Plaicemat for their comments and excellent advice. I did see Charlie's post about "the effects of battery problems" and after reading Plaicemats reply was a little surprised at the type of battery required. What is so special about a "boat battery"

Thanks Rob, not sure of the weight yet, I'll check, I think you may well be right Adrian

Once again sound advice, you've answered questions I haven't even asked, it's not a done deal yet, but yes looking forward with great anticipation Thanks Adrian

Hi Guys After getting some excellent advice from Colin-58, I have scaled down the size of boat I'm looking for to something more manageable for launching. I've put a deposit on a boat pending sea trials and I would like to know what questions I should be asking about the boat and it's engines etc. Its 17ft and has a Honda BF75A outboard. Year of manufacture is 2003 and comes on a Brenderup 2 wheel trailer, extras include a Honda auxiliary outboard engine and bracket, Garmin GPS, Garmin fishfinder, stainless steel rod holders, stainless steel hand rails and grab handles, pilot and co-pilot seats, swim ladder, double "V" berth, fenders with lines and more.

Thanks guys, this is exactly the sort of advice I'm looking for. A good friend has a Merry Fisher, but he spends 6 months a year in Oz and only takes it out occasionally. He told me that when you get a boat you love it twice!

Where were you launching from, I was thinking of Baiter, is tide an issue there?

Thanks Cody, sound advice. I'm looking to launch, and my first question is....... Does size matter😁 Of course smaller boats are easier to manage, and low profiles easier on windy days, but what should I go for. I have family and grandchildren but too many for one trip. I've just seen a Bayliner trophy walkaround 20 ft I like, is that too big, should I go for something smaller