Maverick Martin

Tom You have a way to go yet, next step up at 300 posts and then 1000 posts before the last jump up Martin

Balcocks! yep it should be

Mike I will always accept help from willing volunteers but would appreciate either running correspondence past either Tony or myself first. Please word it that you are writing on behalf of the club Martin

try using hooks with bait on

For those that intend to go I had an email from Jake @ Salt-x who asked me to let you all know that his company will be at the Gofishing show this year stand C55 next to the casting pool, Salt-x are one of the sponsors of our site Club members look under members only section for details of a club discount Martin

Phill Quality issues aside I feel that pilot house boats of this size are trying to be to clever and dont really achieve any of what they set out to do. They all look pretty and shiny but are to small to be a cruiser with not enough cockpit space to be a respectable fisher. You may be better reviewing what you want a boat for, set your priorities and then make a choice. Martin

Martin, just a small point, I think you meant "top right". Brian Almost left of the panel of butons on the top right of every post..sorry Martin

Hi Phil The Alderney trip is at the beginning of May and is unfortunately now full. In the past we have had two boats going over but due to lack of interest this year we cut it back to one boat. The club is a small boat-angling club so do not normally get involved in arranging charters. We do however have plenty of trailaways that you are more than welcome on. Have a look at trip planning and put your name down for any trips you

Hi all I had occasion today to remove a post put on here by someone that thought they could get exposure to their site and products. Private ads are fine under the appropriate heading (swap and shop). Trade links are ok if put on as an information service but blatant ads from companies are a definite no no. Yes we have trade adds on here but these companies and individuals are paying for the privilege, support the club and keep this site free for members and other's to use If any member or user sees an advert or inappropriate material posted then please hit the report button located top left of every post, the admin team will then take appropriate action. Thanks for your help Martin

aayy, pardon, what was that you said

Charlie For cutting back I use Farcela G3 compound, its available at SMC Ashley Road. Then buff up with a good quality wax. Bob's Boats, commercial road used to have coloured gelcoat, would assume they still do. Martin

Hi Phil Firstly welcome to the club. I have just updated your status on the forum so you now have access to all areas. I do not have much experience at wreck fishing but I,m sure others will point you in the right direction. Martin

Hi Andy Fixed is the way to go as posted by Mike and Paul above. No need to worry about security as it does only take a minute or two to remove your fixed set. I shouldnt think many members leave any of htere electrical equipment on board. Martin

What are you trying to say Paul

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Charlie I'm clueless about electrics but I did have a chap rewire my boat which now has circuit breakers 2 bats and lots of toys. I live not to far from you. Your more than welcome to come and have a look at how this electrician did mine. I think it must be somewhere near how it should be as he fits the eletrics on larger craft for a living. Pm me if your interested and I will send you my address Martin

Hi Kim Good luck with the sale of overdraft, she will make a good buy for someone. Where are you going, be sorry to see you go. Will it be near the sea? if so perhaps we can have some foreign reports Martin

Tony at Select Marine has some offers at the moment not sure how good they are take a look below

Nice one Charlie I'm well pleased for you One thing though, how come you've got time to post on here Don't let the grass grow under your new toy Martin

Kam I am only having a giggle too. In between the many hectic things I have to be getting on with during my day (usually making coffee for Martin or similar) I do browse the forum and VERY occassionally put in my two penneth worth. Most people on here know me well enough to realise that I generally like to keep my opinions to myself and prefer not to stir up debate. Tom ???? me drink coffee???? You stir it up????? as if Martin

Mike I have just got the draw bar weight from my van manufacturers hand book and it states max 100kg As I said in my earlier post refer to your vehicles recommendations as all will be different. Do not have the nose weight to light as this can induce snaking which isnt very pleasant and decidedly dangerous. Have a look at National Trailer & Towing Association Ltd website which is quite useful Martin

Charlie There are around 150 members in the club and I guess you will get 150 different answers to your questions. A good start and sound advice from both Adam and Steve. My advice is buy the best you can comfortably afford, not only will your gear pay you back by being pleasing to use, good quality stuff will stand the test of time and in the long run work out as cheap to own as lesser gear. All the main names ABU Diawa, Penn have good equipment but at the end of the day it

trailer nose weight will differ from car to car but will be from 75kg to around 100kg Look at your vehicles book for the correct weight

Adam Did you take any photos for Jacks competition