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Sounds good The boys and I are keen. That means I have room for one more crew, as I would not take more than 4 on a shark trip, you know the drill just get in touch Not sure wether to drift or anchor in the area of a few wrecks and have the anchor rigged for a quick release. What do others think? Ground bait would be an emptying of the freezer for starters, but some bran would be handy if you are coming down Oli. May have to miss the planes again Charlie

Thanks for the good wishes guys, I have a specialist looking at the boat on Thursday to see what has to be done No problem Stuie it was the weather that was cramping our plans before Sam noticed the damage and the whole mood on the boat changed, we too were on a learning curve in there. Charlie

very interesting that it also brings up a bit of info. I had no idea that the minimum size for congers is 58cm Put that in the calculator and it gives a min weight of 0.7lb, not much of a weight for a fish that has a record of 133lb. We tend not to keep them at 58cm

We may be tempted on Sat, but also looking at a possible Sharking trip before Sam drives back to Scotland. Do you have a program Rob? Also I see that this Sunday 21st is on the list as the second Families day, or should that have been the reserve date if the first was cancelled? Not sure we could get a big raft together next to the Airshow Charlie

Alfresco Nil Points we like most, really struggled today, starting with slow collection of bait and then the forcasted increase in the wind stopping us going out further. We tried our best in a variety of areas and lost a good fish that snapped Will off Well done those that found fish But in all it was a long tireing mackerel trip. My day was really spoilt when Sam noticed the damage to my pushpit rail, a bent rail that some W~~~~R had done and not reported to anyone. Not an easy fix either as all the fixings are well hidden and the Pushpit is so big. charlie

I agree with Graham and John. The biggest fear on any sea going vessel is fire, as it takes hold quick and you can be a long way from help. best to make the call early and cancel it quick if all comes under control. If you wait to make the call you may lose the chance if the fire spreads to your electric circuit. Charlie

The little sods should be given a hard time when eventually they go inside. It may convince them not to go there again. I know how you feel, when we were on the Boat yesterday we noticed collision damage to the Stbd rail, she has been hit hard on the mooring. Not something you could do without noticing but no one has told us. Not easy to repair either Not quite as bad as thieves but close.

1. Alfresco Charlie , Sam, Dan, Will, + Craig 2. Graham (Little Sal) + one crew TBC 3. Alun J., Ian J. and Rob F. on JV. 4. Boblin Colin + Bobi 5. Dan R - Aqus (in the afternoon if its sunny laugh.gif ) 6. Paul F - Imagine Crew TBC

1. Alfresco Charlie + crew TBC

Did anyone see Hugh's Fish Fight on TV last night? It looks like 730,000 peoples combined voices are starting to be heard. While not an outright ban on discards , at least it looks like progress what do you think? Charlie

These are only eligible if you're fortunate enough to lasso one large enough to ride

I agree Likewise. The decision to exclude them from the Open comp was unfortunately made late, but IMHO is correct. As Mr Carrier says; "we prefer it if those engaged in recreational fishing complied with the spirit of the legislation". and as Rob says; "we should look after them as a club and keep on putting them back"

Good luck Nigel I have to disagree with MW , let her be part of the process under a little pressure from Lee to get the upgrade you are after. That way all should be happy with it. Good luck with the sale and the hunt for "wishin 2 do more fishing" Charlie

Not sure that I like the Idea of it being known as a Charlie day Well done on sorting it Nige, and of course to Humphrey for offering to help. As Martin says he may be grumpy at times but is definatly one of the good guys out there, and always willing to help anyone in problems. Next Sunday is the Club Bass comp, so that may enter your plans if going west. Charlie

Rob didn't actually buy this boat from me. But he's sensible enough to know when it was getting the better of him and asked the sea school for some practical help. I would have packed my rods, but at 25 knots even the Channels Wahoo would struggle to keep up. On your point about the marine industry being "good", not me mate, have you not heard, I am the evil scurge of the industry after a foolish indescretion the other day! Prey tell Pm me

There is some truth in that Pretty sure it would stop Sam and Dan

Time to get those 4 piece waveblasters into your overnight bag mate Sounds like another awfull day in the office, nice to see that the Marine Industry treats its customers so well and teaches them rather than just throw them the keys. Charlie

Nice one Gordon Glad that you are back afloat and it sounds like there are plenty of fish to target Good to hear from you Charlie

Nice one Mate A lovely specimen, I always thought they were more coloured than that Not quite the "Caught it on float fished mackeral" that you told me on your way in But good reaction with the net Charlie

Colin when I was out last night after dark I picked up a mooring at l;ast light and made some tea Not far off was a small trawler pulling his net amazed to watch this being done at night in the harbour just at the start of the north channel when you get your new gearbox, why not paint both of them a really loud colour, so that they are so visable they are not worth stealing. Just an idea Charlie

Its a worry that all the Marine Police cover seems to be further West, ready for an event that starts in 12 months time. North Haven used to be so secure that the scum bags kept well away, It was a Member there that started the Harbour Watch. Have they still got the night vision equipment? Perhaps if its illegal cockling the Sea fishereries should be called if you see it again Charlie

same pump as we use so should work well Charlie

Not sure that flow makes any differance, I think its a good water exchange rate that is. I have two ways of filling mine, both use 3/4" pipe 1. a bilge pump on the end of a pipe that is lowered overboard. the other end of the pipe has been run around the top of the drum and has a bung in the end. 6mm holes are drilled underneath the pipe. when the pump is deplyed and on Water squirts down into the tank from many holes aerating it but without flow. 2. using the deck pump , I take the gun off and put the end in the tank. this method does induce a flow around the tank I have fitted a bigger discharge 11/2" about two thirds the way up, thus the supply can run constantly keeping baits and some caught fish alive.

As we are affiliated to BASS Please make sure that they get to know about it and send them a picture such good angling and catch and release is what they love to put in their magazines. Charlie

What a great weekend really enjoyed the two part report and the pictures looks good with the banner and gazebo. and well done indeed for 6th out of 70 and a team result Charlie