Leicester Fisheagle

Hi Nigel I may have to wait till the boat comes. Did a quick measure on the one I looked at and Tom has asked for certain intrumentation associated with the engine etc. not to be mounted at the factory to give us more options. I was originally looking at a 10" push button like yourself which would certainly flush mount but would only be clearly visible to anyone behind the wheel. The only thing against the 10" set is that I believe it will only show eiither a full or a split screen.Tending to favour a set that is more visible to those in the Cabin and which can be detatched like yours so that items can be imputed at home/away from the boat but this is less secure. Screen wise, it is likely to be what Lowrance call 9" or 12" with screen options for 1 to 4 screens or any number in between. I have looked through the online Download Manuals to try and get an accurate screen size but, figures given seem to relate more to templates for mounting. The other option was MES but, they do not stock them nor do any other local Stores. Not a major problem, I am sure it can all be overcome. Incidently, what size is an Ipad screen protector? Your idea has also got me looking for ordinary computer screen protection screen film. Allan.

Thanks Peter I Googled Lowrance Screen Protector and managed to find some in the States at around 16 - 20 Dollars that cover most Lowrance (some very recent Touch Screen Models not covered) HDS Models and some Garmins. They are also on ebay. It was simply a matter of asking for the right combination of words and it worked.The size I want is not available. So, I may need to cut down a larger one or contact them directly. For the money involved, I think it is worth considering. Certainly, when I caught up a bit with new technology just before Christmas and bought a Samsung Touch Screen Phone every one said I needed to buy a Screen Protector which I didn't even know existed. I recently asked at Fource Four and Piplers to see if they knew of a source of Plotter/Sounder Screen Protectors in this Country but, they were as much in the dark as me. I will also see if MES on the Nuffield Estate in Poole can help before sending off to the States. Allan.

Thanks everyone. Interested in knowing more about Screen protectors/ anti glare covers and where they can be obtained. Did Google it last night but seem to be different qualities/levels of anti glare. Can you give me some more information? Thanks. Allan.

I am looking at fitting a new Plotter/Sounder in May and recently tried a 10" push button Lowrance HD which Niggle fitted recently on Wishing Too. Certainly very impressive. While at the Boat Show, I tried the slightly more recent Touch Screen version of the above and those of several other Companies. Given the fact that while wearing my Varifocals, the Touch Screen version was much easier to use, I am leaning in that direction. Has anyone experience of touch sceens on a boat while fishing (wet/fishy fingers etc)? Allan.

A good watch. Allan.

Thanks Dave, had looked at the first site but not the second. Allan.

Thanks every one. Getting there! Allan.

Not too long ago I seem to remember a thread where someone suggested an alternative to the cool boxes a lot seem to use. Possibly looking for a largish one which is strong enough to double up as a seat if necessary. Seem to be plenty out there but are there any recommendations and can someone direct me to the thread? Many thanks. Allan.

Really pleased. It still doesn't make up for all the aggro and stress you have had to endure plus loss of boat etc. I was very concerned about cut backs in the Marine Police and it's possible demise which was hinted at during the last Club Meeting. Surely, given the importance of boats and boating to the local economy and the Marine Industry as well as Tourism etc. this should be something all local stakeholders should be fighting to support and retain?

My trusty MF 635 "Kind Of Magic", has now moved to her temporary new home at PBY as a trade in against a new Merry Fisher 755 Marlin as Ann and I want to do a bit of cruisng as well as fishing. After much shopping around and a visit to the London Boat Show 2013 to talk to dealers, a plug for Tom Bettle who is once again our local Jeanneau Dealer but now based at PBY. He is certainly worth a visit if you are interested in a Merry Fisher. Allan.

Another quality report. I fished the area around there both on a boat and on the beach for several years. Cod were quite plentifull then.

Be interested to know what you settle on as I am looking for an inegrated plug and play system for the new boat with radar/ais/plotter/sounder (3D) and radio and am also seeing Matt at the show, but on Wednesday. Allan.

Great start to 2013. A suberb fish well done. Allan

What a great start. Bet you are glad that you stayed in the harbour. Allan.

Happy New Year John and good luck with the sale. Perhaps see you up at Cobbs sometime. Allan.

Looks a lovely boat.I'm sure you you will have plenty of fun. See you out there. Allan.

Hoping to make it out this Friday if the weather holds with Coddy and Rich will be off Swanage listening on Ch6. if anyone is about. Allan.

Also saw one for sea fish ID, but cannot remember any details. Allan.

A good watch and very professional with the wide angles and overhead shots. Allan.

Where are the fish? Similar story for ourselves. Between us we managed loads of Dogs, half a dozen sizeable Whiting, Pouting and a very small Spotted Ray. What a great day to be out and about. Well done to Sparky on his Ray and to those who caught Cod. Allan.

What a superb read, really inspirational, the gargantuan effort involved and the pictures indicate a dedication and determination that memories are made of. Allan.

1 Court Jester - Neal Sturt and crew TBA 2/Wishin Too-Nigel Allen,Martin Cherrett,Mike Toms 3, Kingfisher - Chris Witheford and crew TBA 4. Alfresco - Charlie, Sam, Dan?? plus others TBC 5/ Wight Magic Dave Evans and crew TBA 6. Serenity - Tony , Martin and room for one more 7. Kind of Magic-Allan, Dave S. +possibly one other.

Hoping to leave Cobbs around 9.30 am. tomorrow and heading out with Rich S. to the SW around 4/6 miles in search of some winter species. Will be on Ch 6 if anyone else is out. Allan.

Well done Steve-a cracking fish. Still waiting for mine. Allan.

Many thanks to Rob and his helpers as well as those unseen who always work behind the scenes to make things such a great success.. Allan.