Maverick Martin

Kam Cruising speed is the speed your boat and engine runs most economically/comfortable at, although I would say cruising speed is the speed you are most comfortable at. To fast and you will get beat up to slow and you will be bored to tears. Modern outboard engines are comfortable cruising right through the rev range. I tend to cruise with the throttle at 2/3rds with the revs at about 4000-rpm. We are then trucking along between 18-24 knots dependant on weather. This works for me but other boats/engines will be different. Martin

Hi Mark Would this be on the new boat "ENTICER" Martin

Good luck with the sale Kam As requested I have split other content from this thread into two additional headings both located in the lounge. 1 entitled "quest for a record" and the other "New boat fever" I have only just found out how to do this so hopefully it worked ok Martin

Adam Phone Paul at Warrior on 01257 277444. He will find you an owner near to us who would take you out for a spin, that's exactly what I did when looking for a 195 and got a ride in Lymo. Regarding size they appear quite a bit larger than the 165. The cuddy is pushed as far forward as they could to leave a huge deck area which is near as large as the 195. You will not need a twin axle trailer, they sit comfortably on a single axle. As you know I thought about changing Maverick down to the 175 and I still may do that. Maverick is nice to fish from but she is very heavy for trailing. The last quotes I had ranged from about 18K with a 115. Paul at Warrior stated that I would not be happy with a 90 on the back and he is probably right. The extra hp means you can cruise at lower revs and maybe save some fuel or go flat out when conditions permit and burn loadsa fuel Martin

Alun not my work but that of Bass Martin

How you can help to support the proposal to increase the minimum landing size of bass to 45cms Defra has now announced details of the consultation, covering the raising of the bass minimum landing size (MLS) from 36 cms to 45 cms, together with an appropriate rise in the commercial net mesh sizes. If successful, this will be the first phase in the implementation of the proposals outlined in the 'Bass Management Plan', [ http://ukbass.com/bassmanagementplan/bmp/index.html ] others should follow in 2006. Full details of the Defra consultation, including the consultation letter and accompanying documentation can be read on this web site [ http://ukbass.com/bassmanagementplan/consultation_mls.html ]. Alternatively you can visit the Defra web [ http://www.defra.gov.uk/fish/consult/index.htm] site for full details. Now is the time for the recreational sea angler to participate in determining UK Government policy and law on the management of the UK inshore bass fishery and if successful, we hope will lead to other species sought by recreational sea anglers receiving similar protection. Please do not waste this opportunity, write a letter to Defra in support NOW. Thank you.[NB - the closing date for responses is 8 february 2006] We are aware that there will be tremendous opposition from the commercial sector, so it is VERY IMPORTANT that there is an overwhelming response of support from the recreational sea angling sector for these proposals. Suggested action to take Write a letter to Defra, supporting the proposals. [see 'writing letters' below] [NB - residents of Wales will need to address their response to the Welsh Assembly Government, please refer to the separate Wales consultation documentation (http://ukbass.com/bassmanagementplan/wales_consultation_mls.html'>http://ukbass.com/bassmanagementplan/wales_consultation_mls.html) on this web site, for details.] Write a letter to, or visit your local MP/Welsh Assembly Member, asking him/her to support the proposals by making representations to the Rt Hon Ben Bradshaw MP, Fisheries Minister, on your behalf. [see 'Writing letters' below] [NB - residents of Wales can ask their Welsh Assembly Government member write to the Rt Hon Carwyn Jones, Minister for Environment Planning & Countryside, Welsh Assembly Government as well as the Rt Hon Ben Bradshaw MP to support the proposals.] Important note You will be aware from the consultation documents (ria) [ for full details visit - http://ukbass.com/bassmanagementplan/consultation_mls.html ] there are various options available for consideration. However, BASS/SACN/NFSA are urging sea anglers to support Option 2, which is an immediate increase of the bass MLS to 45cms. Should this bring the expected benefits, then there will a stronger case for a higher increase in MLS at a later date when bass benefiting from this increase reach the higher sizes. There is concern that a vote now for Option 5 (a staged increase in the MLS for bass to 55 cm), will benefit those supporting Option 1 (do nothing) by splitting the vote between Options 2 and 5. We also recommend that you support an increase in corresponding mesh sizes to 110cm as this will allow the greatest numbers of bass below 45cm to slip through. Writing letters The following examples are for guidance only, since it is preferable that you compose a letter in your own words, possibly using the information contained in the 'bullet points' (see below). Writing to Defra - below is a basic letter. Address your response to:- Nicola Clarke Coastal Waters Policy Branch Defra Area 7E 3-8 Whitehall Place London SW1A 2HH [NB - residents of Wales must address their response to the Welsh Assembly Government. For address details please refer to the 'Wales consultation (mls)' (http://ukbass.com/bassmanagementplan/wales_consultation_mls.html) web page.] CONSULTATION ON MEASURES TO INCREASE THE NUMBER AND SIZE OF BASS AVAILABLE TO COMMERCIAL AND RECREATIONAL FISHERMEN I am writing to express my total support for Option 2 of the proposal to increase the bass minimum landing size from 36 cms to 45 cms. I also support the proposal to increase the minimum mesh sizes of nets used to catch bass by licensed commercial fishermen from 90mm to 110mm. Please remember to Sign the letter and print your full name beneath your signature, as well as, making sure your full address is legible so that Defra can acknowledge your response and include you in any further consultations. We cannot over emphasise how important it is to try and write your response to the Defra consultation in your own words. However, if you are unable to find the time to produce a letter in your own words using the 'bullet points', please make the effort to 'copy & paste' the above example and send to Defra. Thank you. Writing to your MP or Welsh Assembly member If you are not sure who your local MP or Welsh Assembly member is, visit this web site, http://www.writetothem.com/ , for details. When contacting your MP it is preferable that you write, rather than email, since emails can easily be deleted, whereas a letter has to be replied to, as required under parliamentary procedures. Keep your wording simple, preferably using your own words, ideally incorporating some of the 'bullet points', given below. [NB - This website, http://www.writetothem.com/about-qa#formletters , gives useful help about writing letters to Mps, etc.] Example - Letter to your own MP or Welsh Assembly member You will be aware that Defra [NB - the Welsh Assembly Government, for residents of Wales] are currently conducting a consultation over a proposal to increase the minimum landing size of bass from 36 cms to 45 cms. This will ensure that each female bass will have spawned at least once and aid the provision of bigger fish for both the recreational sea angling sector and the inshore commercial fishermen. The associated socio-economic benefits derived from this, will help to benefit coastal communities around the UK from the increased recreational sea angling activity, as well as, produce greater profit for inshore commercial fishermen. This development is in line with the recommendations made by the Cabinet Office, Strategy Unit report of 2004, 'Net benefits' into the future of UK fisheries. In addition this proposal will produce positive ecological effects for the inshore marine environment. There are many Recreational Sea Anglers in this constituency who will be delighted should the proposals be adopted, with your assistance. I urge you to respond personally and positively to the Defra consultation, and ask you to make representation to the Rt Hon Ben Bradshaw, the fisheries minister, (see note 1 below) asking him to ensure that the proposals are fully implemented. The consultation details can be accessed on the Defra website, [http://www.defra.gov.uk/fish/consult/index.htm].[NB - the Welsh consultation package can be found at http://www.countryside.wales.gov.uk] [(note 1) - Welsh Assembly Government Members should also write to the Rt Hon Carwyn Jones, Minister for Environment Planning & Countryside, Welsh Assembly Government, as well as the Rt Hon Ben Bradshaw MP.] [Comment - for more information about the recommendations of the Cabinet Office, Strategy Unit in their report, 'Net Benefits' read this archived post on the BASS web site at, http://ukbass.com/2004/03/strategy-unit-re...-fisheries.html ] Bullet points Summary

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Rich Firstly who stole the cake then Are the glasses and phone in the piccy included Seriously though..nice fare well worth winning Martin

Paddy the Irishman died in a fire and was burnt pretty badly so the morgue needed someone to identify the body. His two best friends, Seamus and Sean (also Irishmen), were sent for. Seamus went in and the mortician pulled back the sheet. Seamus said "Yep,he's burnt pretty bad. Roll him over". So the mortician rolled him over. Seamus looked and said "Nope, it aint Paddy". The mortician thought that was rather strange and then he brought Sean in to identify the body. Sean took a look at him and said, "Yup, he's burnt real bad, roll him over. The mortician rolled him over and Sean looked down and said, "No,it ain't Paddy". The mortician asked, "How can you tell?" Sean said, "Well, Paddy had two arseholes." "What............., he had two arseholes???" said the mortician. "Yup, everyone knew he had two arseholes. Every time we went into town, folks would say, 'Here comes Paddy with them two arseholes....'"

Tom Be careful I have tasted your work and a very nice cup of coffee it was to Martin

and hold on to your hat

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england...ire/4489914.stm

Sorry Trev I am not a member, looked on their website and couldnt find anything but would be interested to know whats got you wound up Martin

Hi all The thing I find satisfying about the clubs stance on conservation is that there is no set policy in place to cover this issue. The driving force behind the clubs conservation attitude is you the members. Yes we have a conservation officer appointed by the committee who is representing not only the club but the Poole Sea Angling Association and has sat on NFSA conservation committee meetings so in a sense we are proactive on this issue but as stated above its the members choice and I for one applaud that. Tom All views are welcome, we need ideas from the floor this is how the club has been formed. Without input from members the committee would struggle to keep the club moving forward. Your suggestion will be looked at bye the competition sub committee and if found to have merit may be adopted Martin

A man walks into a bar and asks for a beer. After drinking it, he looks in his shirt pocket and asks for another beer. After drinking that one, he looks in his shirt pocket again and asks for another beer. This happens about another seven times before the bartender asks him, "Why do you keep looking in your pocket?" The man replies, "I have a picture of my wife in there. When she looks good enough, I'll go home."

Following a night out with a few friends, a man brought them back to show off his new flat. After the grand tour, the visitors were rather perplexed by the large gong taking pride of place in the lounge. "What's that big brass gong for?" one of the guests asked. "Why, that's my Speaking Clock" the man replied. "How does it work?" "I'll show you", the man said, giving the gong an ear-shattering blow with an unpadded hammer. Suddenly, a voice from the other side of the wall screamed, "For **** sake, you b*stard, it's twenty to two in the ****ing morning!!"

Five Englishmen in an Audi Quattro arrived at an Irish border checkpoint. Paddy the officer stops them and tells them: "It is illegal to put 5 people in a Quattro, Quattro means four". "Quattro is just the name of the automobile," the Englishmen retorts disbelievingly. "Look at the papers: this car is designed to carry five persons." "You can not pull that one on me," replies Paddy "Quattro means four. You have five people in your car and you are therefore breaking the law." The Englishmen replies angrily, "You idiot! Call your supervisor over I want to speak to someone with more intelligence!" "Sorry," responds Paddy, "Murphy is busy with 2 guys in a Fiat Uno."

You may have noticed the moving banner on the top right hand corner of all our pages. Well I am pleased to tell you Southern Motor Boats are the newest sponsors of our site. It became official on Sunday 27th November when Martin McIntyre of SMB handed over a cheque to Big Bob our treasurer. Thanks Southern Motor Boats we appreciate your support. Martin

Dave How did your boy do on Sunday? Martin

Well done to all that got into the prizes especially Tony and Kim our winners. With most of the prizes going to pbsbac club members, just show's what a great bunch of anglers we have in our midst. A satisfying end to a well supported event. Martin PS news on how the club benefited from this venture at Thursdays meeting

No problems on my screen so would gues its the settings on your machine

Well done Andy good fish and of course to Jack for witnessing the event Martin

Hi all I am now fully recovered after a hard day organising and fishing yesterday. Up at 5am to finish the preparations for the day. Down at Baiter for about 6.20 to drop off gear and help set up. I then had to dash around towing the boat all over Poole looking for an open petrol station to refuel Maverick (note to myself refuel well in advance next year). Any way after seeing most competitors sign in Dean Tony D and myself left Baiter and went out on the slates. Weather wise was as already stated a little sloppy, fishable but not pleasant. Our first choice of mark didn

Damn, I thought I got away with that one Never mind we caught some flatties and it was a pleasant day waiting for the water to return albiet cold brrrr no heater available on our smalls boat not like you posh lot Martin

ha ha ha where do I find a co-operative sheep ....ouch ooooh veron I didnt see you there