Adam F

The antifoul that is there at the moment is fairly sound, but flaking in places. Underneath you can see the original gelcoat. So would the antifould sand away to leave a resonable gelcoat? If I do decide to re-antifoul, how easy it to do? Adam

The Warrior I may buy has been antifouled. The way I see it I have 3 options. 1.) Leave it the way it is. It is a bluey antifioul and the hull is blue so it doesnt show too much, and maybe it will flack away over time. But it is an ugly contrast to the pristine hull. 2.) Re-antifoul it. This would improve the look. But it would still be a diff. colour. Also how do you do it while it is on the trailer?? 3.) Take the old (thin) coat of antifoul off. (my prefered option) I presume it canh be sanded, then polished to get close the original gel coat?? - My only concern is how much it will cost and where would get it done. Help?? Adam

Right - Last chance! Either day next weekend for the 3rd attempt to fish Hayling. What day does everyone prefer? - I am free both days at the mo. Also - went down to the ferry bridge slip yesterday whilst looking at the warrior. Tide was out and the differance was about 6/8 metres than the previous day when the tide was in. I also think the tide rip was about 4/5 knots! Nasty. There is no way in the world I would launch a boat into that! - So slack on a high tide is the only real feasible option for that slip. At low tide it is similar to wick - steep and slippery + covered in shingle So we need another slip! Adam

What a splendid site! - WOW It really is quite amazing - I find it really interesting. If any of you want a good read - and find the above link good, read 'The Perfect Storm' 100 times better than the poxy film remake. The book is v. good. Based in the South Atlantic of the coast of Newfoundland - tells the story of a fishing boat in Heavy seas. Goes into great detail about weather systems and boats at Sea. I picked it up in Spain last year and was expecting a shallow book like the film - couldnt be further away. I have a copy if anyone wants to borrow it? Adam

Round net frame please Pete. Thanks

If you sold Splash out and the caravan and the poodle(and the kids??!) you would then be able to buy an Arvor!!!!!!!!

Saying nothing!!!

Just my luck! - will have to give bob a shopping list! - by the time I get there in the afternoon - it will be over???? Do all the bargins go early. what time is it worth geting there - I may be about 2-3pm??

Hasnt got one Coddy. I may purchase an aftermarket one from Warrior - but as you say they arent cheap! Well have to get together when she arrives?? Can you make the shambles trip?

I would have to say that BFM is the best mag around - for what we are interested in. It has its bad months like they all do - but I rate it. Worth subscribing to??

Bob - youve gone way, way past medical assistance!! Jimbo - is still a pout catcher!

Bloody right!!! Try and stop me! - Could be the maiden voyage! Adam

Mono I presume Bob?? Is that a flurocarbon?

I have a bloody christening to go to that day!!! At 11am as well - right in the middle of the day! So we will be getting there at 9 (is that when it opens?) and will have to be fairly quick - 1.5 hrs. I may need quite a bit of stuff, so will be worthwile! Adam

Yes Paul - it is the same one. - I may owe you a trip as a thank you! Yep - good news! Went for a second viewing today. Crawled around underneath, Looked in the lockers, under the engine everywhere. She is perfect! - 2000 boat, but if she has been used 5 times id be surprised! She even still has that fibreglass smell you get with new boats!!! 50hp 4 stroke. GPS, VHF and Radar. So I have struck a deal - pending a sea trial on Thurs to see the engine running under load. Then I can take her home! Just shows - it was worth waiting for to get exactly what I wanted. Fingers croosed the engine is OK Thurs! Adam

Who insures your boat whilst you are trailering? The Boat Insurer or the Car Insurer? Quick Question - Quick Answer. Adam

Right, I have finally found a Warrior I like - and it hasnt been sold. I am having a final look today before a Sea test next week - then I may take the plunge!!! 1 question though - Does once have an HPI check run on a boat before they buy it? - As you would do a car? I just think that spending the best part of 10k - it would be a wise move - but how would you do this? - they have no registration documents - no vin plate etc??? Please advise. Adam

Im going to go now..... Ill be back in April when the fishing is better and you lot have returned to normal....badger badger! Adam

Beautiful, just beautiful! Seriously very good Mike

Badger, Bagder - Mushroom????? Bob - In the nicest possible way - I think you have lost it! Where on Gods earth did you get that from???......Second thoughts - I dont wanna know!

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I'd like to get this also. I was considering writing a few articles on various items of tackle - but it comes down to time. If we could get a section where for example - you enter the name of the item, rate it out of 10, give the plus points and the bad, and then add comments. I think that would do. EG. Product: 30lb Boat Rod Make: Abu Conolon Marks out of 10: 12/10 Plus points: Tippy action, ergonomic foregrip, good number of rings, light, solid reel seat. Minus Points: No gimble Comments: The best rod I have ever used for everything from Bream to Eels. Highly recommended. What do you think? Would this type of interactive media suit the forum better, or could be set this up on the main page?? Adam

Just cause I whip you at fishing - doesnt mean I will do the same at golf!...I expect youll wipe the floor with me! Adam

Woops! Looks like I need to see a doctor also!

BOB!!!!! ARE YOU READING THIS!!!!! LOL!!!!