Maverick Martin Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 A question for Cobbs Quay Berth holders Ok so the new boat is hopefully on the way and I have kind of decided to put her on a marina pontoon berth. I have had a word with Cobbs Quay and asked which pontoon I would likely be on. I was told either A or B. Which in your opinion is the best? rich185 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingfisher 126 Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 No question B, straight line from the club house just makes it simple after a pint or two. In fact just on my way and staying on the boat tonight! Well done if all goes well Martin great result for you. rich185 and Maverick Martin 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mw Posted May 15, 2015 Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 come to salterns martin its closer mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2015 B Pontoon did seem to be my favourite and after speaking to Dave he said we would all be pretty much together so B it will be. Have a beer for me Chris Mark Salterns want double the cost of Cobbs so I will put up with the bridges for now Stuie and niggle 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooky Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Neither, you are being given duff information, the only place keep it is in my (substantial) driveway. No charge, only stipulation is the keys and your credit card for fuel. More than a generous offer I feel Maverick Martin and rich185 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooky Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Oh yea, I forgot , this post is void without pictures ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Sling your hook oh and no good having my credit card as it's now empty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neal Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 A or B Martin makes little difference - however I would recommend that you try and get a berth as near to the Clubhouse as possible. Not just getting on and off quicker with all the gear and closer to the bar......... The wind and tide effects are substantially reduced and make berthing much easier - particularly with a new boat Enjoy the new toy.... Neal Maverick Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjb Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 It must one hell of a big boat to be on A or B pontoon i like it money well spent i think Maverick Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niggle Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Try to get a mooring with the pontoon on your port side so you can see it from your helm(which is on the wrong side) I moved as I couldn't see the pontoon when opposite my helm, unless you intend to reverse in? Maverick Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Fly bridge what what! Just move the ice bucket Martin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Nig if you can't see the pontoon, I'd whip up to spec savers niggle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Don't forget little old Parkstone Bay... Cheaper, and closer to the entrance, no bridge to contend with, fuel and brand new Marina facilties... Plus closer to home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Adam definitely not cheaper in fact around 1400 dearer than Cobbs for a pontoon berth Adam F 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niggle Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Nig if you can't see the pontoon, I'd whip up to spec savers Kev your so nice to me,just remember where u got your nice jacket from.........oh and how many fish did you catch today before I told you where they were? Kingfisher 126, Ark, Maverick Martin and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingfisher 126 Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Put the handbags aways boys!! New photo as well Martin, very nice. You must be well chuffed. niggle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Ok hands up Nig you done us proud today, it was crazy how many boat in that small area People casting over each other's Line and to top it all a bloody diver come under all the boats It was strange that's when we caught the most fish When the diver come up it was a lady the skipper looked like he was getting a hook out of her suit O and I needed a nice coat with that cold wind niggle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Fox Posted May 18, 2015 Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 Martin, it's also helpful tying up with your bows into the prevailing wind. It makes it easier berthing on a windy day if from the SW, and makes the cockpit a nicer place if you get stuck in harbour. Just a thought. Mike Maverick Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted May 18, 2015 Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 I agree with most of the comments previously mentioned. I have been at Cobbs for 25 years. The staff are great and the facilities are Brilliant. However, it has only been the last three years that we have had a boat where we have had to rely on the lifting of the bridges to get us out there fishing. I have to be honest and say it is a pain and we are considering buying a boat where we do not have the reliance on the bridges. If you want to go fishing in the week there is no bridge lifts at 08.30AM or at 5.30PM. The rush hour takes priority. Also, if you want to go fishing in the winter time during the shorter days you have to leave Cobbs in the dark at 07.15 for the bridges. Otherwise if you get the bidges at 09.30AM you will not be on your marks until 10.45AM. On average it takes between 15 to 20 minutes to go through the bridges. You then have to contend with the bridges breaking down. The new bridge has broken down a few times. Also, the last time Stuie and I went out we had to wait 6 hours for the Old town bridge to lift as that had broken down too. This can be very irritating as we all want to go fishing when there are certain weather windows. Generally, you have to plan your trips carefully and always have a back up plan if the bridges do not lift. Good luck with your new boat she looks great. Greg. Maverick Martin and Jim 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 Greg thank you for your input. The bridges are my only concern as the new boat would be reliant on bridge lifts. The only other option would be to go to Parkstone Bay or Poole Quay and to be honest these are not ideal either. Uum decisions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjb Posted May 18, 2015 Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 Hi I need 2400 mtrs to run my radar between the girders on the old bridge the new one is half a meter higher than the old one so i get out and in quite well but still a pain in the arse but a grand or so for fuel better off than the other side of the bridge Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Fox Posted May 18, 2015 Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 There are some good points made about the bridges. The significant reduction in the number of yachts in Holes Bay now, compared to before the twin sails bridge is astonishing. It's not usually a problem leaving for a trip, unless you really want to leave at a specific time or at first light for example. I've found it easier at times to go out the evening before (against the flow/sequence which takes longer) and anchor or pick up a buoy, However, it's a good idea to have a "target" bridge in mind whenever you're out fishing, and if you get back early, or late, then you have a contingency plan. Mine is to keep a few worms on one side and try for a few plaice, or pick up a mooring buoy and clean/tidy down with a cuppa. The other thing I do is to try to tie up in the old power station "pool" if there's a lot of boats using the bridge. It gives the engine 15 mins of rest (and would probably save you a few litres), again using the time to tidy up or have a cuppa. Holding station is annoying and frustrating, probably cokes up the engine, and I get jealous of all of the Warrior 165s (and others) going under closed bridges while I have to wait. Oh, and to tell Jacob when he passes, that he's found me on my top secret Undulate mark.... Mike Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 Mike I think it's all mind sets. I am used to not worrying about timing as we have never had bridge or tide issues except on really mean springs and then only for less than an hour either side of low max. Should I go to Cobbs the bridges will be a constant annoyance but may be one I have to learn to deal with. This changing boat affair is fraught with life changing decisions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 18, 2015 Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 No pontoon space available at Rockley Martin? Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2015 No Rob and if there was not sure I would want it there what with the wash created by the nutters from the moor and the grockles clambering over boats to do their crabbing and all that entails. Just looked up the air draught of the new boat which is 4.3 metres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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