Paul J Posted March 19, 2014 Report Share Posted March 19, 2014 Welcome retro, your sense of humour will serve you well in this club. you've definitely hooked up with the right people PJ Retrowagon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted March 19, 2014 Report Share Posted March 19, 2014 I think Charlie was having a rest Martin.. Maverick Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrowagon Posted April 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2014 Well still haven't put the boat in the water yet haven't got brave enough .. Lol Still on the look out for a small aux outboard. But have met a couple of members which have been very helpfull. Can't believe I missed the monthly meet, but will be at the next one, I also will be joining the club as it's been so nice to get so much info and look forward to getting more . Just need to get brave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted April 6, 2014 Report Share Posted April 6, 2014 "But have met a couple of members" Retrowagon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted April 6, 2014 Report Share Posted April 6, 2014 Congrats on the boat! Rather than worry about an aux engine make sure you have a decent vhf radio (being able to yell for help is best, if you have a.spare engine but run out of fuel... we are Weymouth based but if you want a few trips we will.be looking for crew soon Retrowagon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrowagon Posted April 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Thanks for the offer on the trips I'll keep my eyes open and ears to the ground. As for VHF radio, it's on the list but first few journeys will be harbour based to start with till the bravery kicks in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Just be aware, the harbour can be a dangerous place. Big waves, tidal races and worst of all plonkers in other craft! Retrowagon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrowagon Posted April 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Oh no now not only being so big and looking like Gulliver in the boat Rob,now I have a label "a plonker in a boat"...... And to top it all it bright yellow ....ARRRRRGGGGGHHHH :) lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Speak to Arran at Absolute Aqua.co.uk Powerboat level 2 is a basic boating course for not much money. I put my 13 year old Grandson and my wife on it last year. They are now confident and competent of taking charge of my boat. If you have no experience, get out with other boaters as crew to find your sea legs. Just chip in towards their expenses for the day. There's some very experienced members willing to share their knowledge. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 and worst of all plonkers in other craft! Rob I thought that was called entertainment Kingfisher 126 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted April 16, 2014 Report Share Posted April 16, 2014 Just seen this: "Seasafe Dandy", liked their bright colours didn't they: https://www.facebook.com/groups/286111461484748/permalink/600159840079907/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrowagon Posted April 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2014 Loving the life saving ring on the roof :0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooky Posted April 17, 2014 Report Share Posted April 17, 2014 Still loads of those Dandys about, perfect for harbour, seen a few a fair way out in the bay in the summer months. A old fella that lives along Holes Bay road has owned his from new 1972? Launches from'slipway by RNLI with a Clio . Fantastic fisherman, always catches, no sounder , center pin reel, never needed or wanted a bigger or 'better' craft. Nothing beats the knowledge of these old fellas Stuie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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