Adam F

Good idea in theory, but the resistance by the tide caused in a large swimfeeder makes then hard to use - I would opt for a large 1 pint bait dropper as used for coarse fishing and alter the lead size to maybe 12oz. AF

Sam, I agree, but - the inboard is much more efficaint that the outboard, one main reason, it gives it a higher top speed, and it doesnt actually take up that much room - you can also have a std outboard if you wish. 2ndly - The cuddy is not attractive, I must agree, similar to the Raider IMHO, but it serves the purpose and it must be hard to please everyone. I wouldnt buy one, but I reckon they are a good boat. Adam

Yes, it was our friend at Wick - just what I was thinking. Nice letter, Im sure he wrote it off his own back, and a good advert for redfinn too. Im also not keen on the look of the boats, but you have to admt the stats on the boat look very good. Adam

BW's Day: Dave - a collegue from work who runs a Warrior 195 from Weymouth wanted to tag along, they only use the boat up to 2 miles from shore as are not confident in heading to the Shambles, so I suggested they tag along and watch how its done (supposedly!!) The fog was a real pea souper - 50 yards max vis all day, and cold with it too - I guess it didnt get about 3 or 4 degs all day at sea - while you lot were basking in 20 deg sunshine!! The plotter really showed its worth as navigating in the mist was worse than at night - at least you have lights to see then... On arriving at the bank, Blue Boy (195) drifted alongside us, and after me showing them what to do they promptly landed a brace of 3lb + fish in 2 drifts!! They then had to leave, thanking me for the knowledge they sped off. It was 1pm before we had the first bite on BW, a cracking plaice of 3lb 13oz to me - huge fish, but sooo skinney - would make a 5lber in the summer, so slipped her back to fight another day. Gordon then took a couple followed by another two for me...it was then 2pm, so we had enough of the mist and stopped on the hood for a few drifts. A HUGE shoal of 2-3lb pollock were present about 50 yards uptide of the wreck, so we proceeded to drift with rag and take a fish per drift, much to the annoyance of the small 14' dingy who was anchored on the wreck without a bite! At 4pm, we navigated on the plotter back to the harbour following the Condor. On reaching the slip, the temp increased by about 8 degs and the sun came out!!! Such as shame, had the weather been better Im sure we would have stayed longer and also caught more.. Anyway nice to be out, nice to get the 1st plaice of the year...good to see Sam out with us also. Tight Lines Adam

Ive decided on Sat. It suits Gordon better, and my collegue from work who is also coming can only make Sat. Sun looks quite fishable, 16 knots F4 all day, but tomorrow is 3-6 knots winds and 1-2 all day! So Ill see you in the morning Paul - James, I think Loyal Royal and Domino are still going out on Sun, so you wont be alone. Bring on the plaice!! Adam

HMmmm...I can do either day and I must say that Sat is by far the best weather wise. Sunday looks to be touch and go - I may join you yet Paul. Adam

Hi Mike, Welcome back to the site! Its just not been the same!....

Just wanted to post a quick note to advertise Penn Europe's fantastic customer service. During a recent conger trip on Dawn Raider, my new Formula 10kg ended up on the deck during the steam home and the inner of the tip ring popped out. After hunting all the local tackle shops without finding one the right size, let alone with the gold inner and bronze outer - I emailed Penn. A reply came back within the hour and the next day a new ring arrived FOC. Quality service like that goes a lomg way - thanks Penn. Adam

Its getting a bit better - 5pm will tell when the forecast is updated. F4 easterlies forecast now, so as long as it doesnt get any worse it should just be OK. Adam

Kam, I agree - but sadly these things take so much time that I feel it may be too late in many cases....

Kam, I can see what you re saying...BUT.. We are not just a bunch of blokes 100's miles away - the petition shows 500 names and comments from people who ARE involved in the island and its tourism - we are off to Alderney next month for example. It is probably a splash in the ocean, but I applaud it in a time when little else is done apart from talks at goverment levels, things like this surely must help. Adam

I have a tub of grease, I have a new grease gun - how do I fill it up?

I suppose you need the new bucket seats Paul to provide support and to brace you against the sheer acceleration of Neo! Sorry, matey - couldnt resist it.

The intention of this petition is to force Guernsey's Sea Fisheries dept. to declare a 'close season' for bass between January and April. This is to allow the slow-growing bass to spawn and ensure sufficient stocks for future generations. Many tons of spawning bass are currently being taken by the Guernsey Commercial fleet, bass that YOU will be fishing for in the summer, wherever you are in the channel. http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/bassdebate

Where can I get some G3 and G10 locally? It will take 7-10 days if I order online, so Id like to just pick some up - the polisher is coming this weekend. Any ideas?

Weather isnt looking good for Sunday lads - winds - 25-30 knots SSW. Lets hope the forecast improves. AF

Got myself a free hire on a Makita Polsiher for a few weeks from work. It has a compound head to apply the polish and a mop to remove / buff it. I have ordered some G3 to remove the P1200 marks and already have some Autoglym to finish off with. Like Martin - now I just have to get underneath and remove the rest of the subborn antifoul!

Kam, You dont have to move anyweight - just adjust the boats position by 1/2" at a time forward until you get the right noseweight. Adam

Personally I would buy a proper rail mount bracket (

Jack, You dont need to use the link - at the top of the page in the forum, youll see 'New Messages' click here and it will take you to your own personal mail box. I have also re-sent it. Adam

DONT go to indespension!!! I did last year, and 2 sets of brake pads set me backover

Yep - I was planning to hire something from Hire Center, just wanted to check out what I needed first. Dillunette is what I also used - not bad for the top 6 layers, but it wont shift the stubborn base layer - have resorterd to abrasives. AF

Icom M21 -

Just had my renewal through from Porthcawl - gone up

So can I get an attachment for my 4" angle grinder?