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I would like to see a picture of an existing wind farm , taken at 9 miles range on a good day. There must be some out there that would give a more accurate image of what would be seen. Perhaps I will ask on the WSF site IMHO the place where you would see the things most would be from high areas like Durlestone and the hills on the South of the Isle of Wight. Charlie

Terry I will try to get Menus sorted out on Saturday at the dinner with my crew [ except Dan who is in Spain] I believe that Manta Ray is still coming , but perhaps we can ask Alan on sat as well Getting closer now I may start to plan a bit soon ref tides etc Charlie

Well done Martin , it sounds like you made good use of the moulds and a pile of lead. I tend to do that too, make a lot while I have all the gear set up [and wendy is out] She hates the thought of me in the lead fumes in the garage. Charlie

I get a lot of the timber for work through Sydenhams Plywood WBP [waterproof and boil proof] or the more expensive Marine Ply Hardwoods in all grades up to greenheart S they should be able to help

Have a good 50th Chris Not a bad reason to miss the Dinner Dance Enjoy New York Charlie

Hi All Two things that are happening at PYC that may interest you. Tue 1st May 0930 Wind Farm presentation Sun 6th May 10-1400 Club Open day, for anyone that is interested in what happens at Parkstone Yacht Club, especially those that enjoy sailing as well as Fishing. Charlie

because of a Holiday later in the year, I have just bought a rovex travel spin rod and a baitrunner 4000 size fixed spool I bought the shortest rod [8ft] as it has the lightest action, but there are three to choose from in the range. I am sure that it will make a great bream rod. not sure about 6oz weights though. He also has them in two piece which are cheaper without the hard tube. mine was

I think that anchor would be OK in shallower waters with chain and plenty of warp out. But if going out deeper I would go up to a 7.5kg. Nice fishing platform, 23ft Open boat has a lot of space. I hope you have a much fun as I did on my Wilson Flyer 17 Charlie

Good luck with the sale Jim, sorry to hear that she is being sold. You will be more than welcome with us. I have a mate who is thinking of buying a warrior and is considering a new one, as he could not find the spec he wanted second hand Pm me or email me the specs and I will give him a call, it could help you both out Charlie

Well done mate Glad the seatrial went well. She looked a very solid boat when we climbed all over her last week The hull is as dry as a bone and all work seems to be cosmetic. I hope that she gives you as much fun and success as Wishin did Have you come up with a cunning name yet? Charlie

recieved this afternoon from Mainbrayce Hi Charlie Sorry we didn't get to the phone earlier but as you say it can pretty hectic at this time of year! We are looking forward to seeing you all again and can offer you similar deals as to previous years. Our current diesel price is 98p per litre but I can offer the club 10p a litre off that so at current prices that would be 88p. As for the taxi I can again offer this service at a rate of

That boat looks like it can handle a bit more than a F4 mate Looks like a trip on Sunday is off too Charlie

Thanks for the reminder Guys [ I have been distracted by the Dinner Dance] I have called them today and they will offer us the same discounts on Fuel and Taxi Penny is going to give me the costs later, I will post them when I know. If anything it should be about the same as last year for fuel 85p to 90p per ltr Good news for those of us that charge about a bit and use some juice, and it compares well with the 60/40 price we are currently using in the UK Lets hope the weather improves Charlie

I agree with Rob mate Hang on to it untill you know it is not right for the boat after trials. If it was me I would keep it anyway for an emergancy spare, you could have it tweaked a bit if the wrong pitch. Charlie

Not the same one as me Trevor

He was a lucky man to survive that. No excuse on the boat. International rules of the road clearly state that you must keep a good lookout at all times. Ref your question, I do not have a proper one , I have found them not to be very good at 20 knots I just use Dan or Sam when they are available. Charlie

Shh I am supposed to be decorating May have to go AWOL, now where did I put my breaming gear??

Good news ref the engine Rob I had a 2 stroke Yamaha and it ran sweet for years. I was cooing over Manta Ray on friday night [she is a cracker] then on Saturday morning Alfresco's trim tilt motor started to stick. Dave on White Magic put it down to saying how nice Alan's boat is. What a superstitious lot we are Charlie

Well done mate Good luck with the engine fit and Sea Trials You will get huge satisfaction from all of your hard work. especially if the first fishing trip coincides with good weather and plenty of fish Charlie

Thanks for the early call Neal Will look to a longer day tomorrow now if weather allows Charlie

With Dan urgently wanting to break in a new reel and get his first double figure pollack we are currently looking at a trip out on Sat because of teh weather . If anyone wants to take the fourth space, please get in touch, it will probably be at least 10 hrs and a few miles. 07887 794716 Charlie

Hi All Here is the Board as it was originaly fitted to JV, before the latest mod last week with the super frame and cooler In the spirit of Ians wishes, we will start the Auction on here Then maybe close the bidding at the meeting, if the boards are there to be viewed. I hope that you all get behind this idea Bids so far are;..................... Niggle

Adam I think that I will give metcheck a miss It changes from one extreme to the other and back again within hours Charlie

Nice one Martin and a nice Bream too wish I knew how to get a Club record fish on there Charlie