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No, as we need it for the salty side clearly duh!!!

Beautiful pics Mark. I still haven't seen a Kingfisher.

Have just realised that you can use tesco points for le boat and can also do stuff like sail in Turkey and the Greek Islands - woo hoo

Hi Jonny Some really nice pictures. Some are quite nostalgic for me ie 'the canal', we used to live backing onto 'said canal'.

Hi guys... Sorry for late reply but I dont often get the chance to get on here...its usually suzanne. The best system is simply the one that works for you!!!! That being said...I very quickly dropped lightroom perhaps because of its snazzy "filing" system. I personally prefer the route of organising your files outside of the software program itself because its somewhat inevitable that oneday you may change your software. And I often change cameras and you would be surprised that Adobe are not quick to offer plug ins/upgrade to support some of the top cameras in the world. I simply create my folders on a hard drive on import and tell the software where to go to retrieve. I then archive onto 8.4gb dvds as digital negatives (and embed both raw and jpegs), which at the moment seems to be the only future proof archive format (bound to change though as technology does). As a wedding photographer commercially I take some 30-4000 shots a year and my biggest problem is disk space ( I have over 2tb active at anyone time, and need to use the above method to clear disc space and also to protect images for security. I Use Phase One Capture 4 software which I find simpler and more productive than lightroom and ultimately gives me better results, and as I say, I keep pthe filing issue outside of the softwares "clever" management system. Trust me.,..after having to upgraded software rather regularly, it has served me well to do this. adam...

Clive, sorry I am very late in replying as I dont often get on here...its normally suzanne. I can pretty much backup all of what has been said by others here. I use an EOS1dMk111 and shoot weddings and studio, frankly its been a disappointment from an image perspective (only 11.7mp), but an absolute dream as the fastest most heavyweight tool on the planet (at the time of writing). The 1d series are all built to withstand the rigours of very heavy professional workloads (I shoot over 1000 shots at a wedding) and perhaps their main downfall is simply the compromise in MP. Nevertheless 11.7mp is adequate for most applications. However, the mark three can shoot 10fps in raw (maximum file size) for a burst of 100 shots...bit like an ousie 9mm!!!! Its awesome for our "confetti shots". But overkill for anything else. So for me personally I would go for a slightly slower camera with a higher image quality. Even if you should decide that your application of the camera may demand higher build quality and speed (which is unlikely as the 5d is still extremely good) remember that anyone who has owned a 1d mk11 would have probably given it a hard time in a pro environment, so I would question buying it. The weight is also a serious issue as I recently found when I hooked it up with a 1.6KG 28-300mm IS pro lense (£2500!!). I shot a wedding in Rhodes, greece and I could barely lift it after the shoot!!! The 5d mk 11 is a groundbreaking improvement over the original 5d which is regarded by wedding photographers as one of, if not the best. You now have awesome image capability and at 3.9fps, enough wellie for most applications, but also I am hearing incredible things about its HD video mode. I shall soon be acquiring my first 5d mk 11 and disappointed that I am with the 1d mk 111, given its price tag and image quality (in my application), I am still gonna keep it as I know it will never let me down. More likely will trade up the 40d and get out of the rather obsolete EFS lense system that doesnt seem to have any purpose in serious photography in the long term. adam... www.adamcunninghamphotography.com

Well, clearly the charges would be reciprocal in that case Clive

Hi Clive It has to be adamcunninghamphotography.com

Not a heron or kingfisher however, a marsh harrier taken by Adam

Enjoyed reading that Ian and good to meet you all too. Merky misses Charlie too.

Fantastic picture Paul, puts my quick snap to shame . Although I like that I have the water and background in mine lol

Golly...wish we had known that you wanted pics of herons... just got back this evening from a week on the southern broads and saw too many of them!!! Anyway...we dont really do wildlife pics as I am a wedding photographer, however, suzanne did manage to snap this shot only yesterday that might be of interest. She would be really chuffed if it appeared in 50000 brochures, not least because at every wedding we attend as a couple, I have to "fire " her!! So it would boost her confidence!!! We have checked with said Heron, and he isnt under age, was fully clothed, and wasnt on his way to meet his mistress and therefore has given permission by way of signing a modelling release form to allow you to use it in print. adam and suzanne (adamcunninghamphotography.com) ps...if you ever want photos commissioning...you know where to call!!!

mmm yes...well just got back from a week on the broads and with the help of johnathan (mariotech) who was with us we ascertained that it was in fact the scanner itself causing the current draw, as disconnecting it completely solved the problem. Once disconnected, the C80 funstions fine with no extra current draw, albeit with no scanner that never worked anyway. Got brave and onto the arch and took a look inside the scanner, only to find about 1" of very salty/sandy water which has corroded much of the unit!!! (this might explain why it didnt work in the first place!!) How on earth it got in there in that quantity god only knows but it looks like its had it to me. Anyone want a knackered 2kw dome??? adam...

hi all... Yes there have been some price rises and as mike points out there are still some falls...not really sure why that is, unless perhaps the UK stocks are high and dealers want to shift stock bought at old prices?? You will probably see the prices rise again on incoming new stock if nothing changes on the exchange rates. My Eos1d mk111 is up over £600 from when I bought it and is now a staggering £3059 (I paid £2399 from Warehouse express last year) My EF 24-105 lense is also up an extra £100 or so at £943. I am hoping to take advantage of the prices rise in that I would like to trade down to an Eos5dmk2, which is now cheaper than at its lauch (so there is probably much stock around that isnt moving) whereas the more expensive 1d is in short supply at the higher prices!! adam...

Hi all, I have a new problem with my chart plotter!!! The Raymarine C80 has been working fine (still not sorted the radar issue though) but we now have a new fault. The scenario is it keeps tripping the fuse panel on boot up, but (and this is the odd bit) even when the unit is switched off, when I go to the fuse panel to open the circuit, the ammeter needle drops and something is drawing about 10 amps!! then when you power up the Raymarine, within seconds it trips. Can an nyone suggest where I might start to trace the fault...any likely causes as I dont think its the C80 itself? Boat wiring not my strong point I might add Jupes adam and suzanne

We stopped advertising through the yellow pages a year ago, although we still do yell.com. Adam keeps a spreadsheet showing where all our business comes from and it splits something like 70% word of mouth, 25% bridal fayres, 5% other. Out of the other, we have not had one booking in two years from the yellow pages. In fact, we find the only people that ring having looked in the yellow pages are those who have left it too late and are desperate and every time, we are booked. We have however taken bookings from people who have linked to the website from yell.com. So, for us just not worth the £2k.

Great shots Simon. I now know what a heron looks like Thank you.

We did take the dog, although he tells us that he prefers his 'broads paws' to his 'sea paws' . He is not overly happy at sea, well to be honest, I think he is very scared...... long way to go here. Jonathan - haha!!! cheeky so and so!! Haven't received a PM. Guys, thanks for your replies re trim tabs however Adam hasn't read your replies yet, busy with wedding piccies and albums and 3 weddings over the next week

hi guys...adam here (jupes skipper!) As suzanne has said.. I have been the first to aid anyone, in spite of our sea fears!!! and when we came through lowestoft said afternoon we heard on the radio that a jetski was in trouble and we made ready to assist. Thankfully two other motor boats (they know who they are) closer in the area helped and we saw said ski paddle towed and come into RnSYC as we arrived so all was well. Didnt hear any others (with sails) offering help!!! When in the harbour holding area itself....as far as I am concerned, once the sails are down, we are all equal as we are all under motor power with no sails and I was shocked after having offered assistance to the four extra yachts with temporary mooring that having being patient enough to let them go first to the bridge lift, I came out of the holding area at lowestoft and there were two unidentified yatchts cutting across my exit (lowestofts harbour should have been a bit more helpful here!) Can I just say to any vessels with sails...I WIll give way to you always...but when you are under motor your "sail" passport expires!!!!!! Am I wrong, advice appreciated? jupes!

Thank you both for your replies to my rag and stick query. Yes, they were cleat to cleat and and the second one that came in said yes they would moor to us until they thought they had a better invitation..... By the time the 5th one came in, Adam didn't even bother to offer and who can blame him. The first one made some comment about their size not being conducive to ours and the second said thank you we will circle again, then moor to you, only to moor to the clique in front??? And I will adda, that Adam appears to be on permanent look-out for any boat mooring and is always the first out to offer assistance. Whether it is needed or not. He clearly spent too long in the scouts and is too British I hope we will get further afield, however, confidence is the key and that is not there yet. I would ask, if anyone fancies coming out with us at some point, I think that would help massively. Although Adam brought her up from Burnham on Crouch with an RYA instructor, he was unconsciously imcompetent at this stage, and is now consciously incompent which means confidence levels are dropping although we had a good passage this weekend. The sooner we move this forward into consciously competent, if you know what I mean, the better.

Monday – a morning visit from Mariotech on his rib, having moored in Hamilton dock to invite us out to sea to play with them and Senator…… how could we refuse!!! So, plans changed, we followed Mariotech out of the harbour around midday and had some playtime or I should say learning time (Adam will be posting for help re tilt and trim tabs when he has time, it is the wedding season, so he is snowed under duh!). Senator brought up the rear and thank you to both you guys for your help, advice and support, it is much appreciated . The sea was flatish and great fun and Lydia, over-excited at her first sea-going voyage concocted a sea-going shanty to the tune of ‘We are Family’, think it was the Pointer Sisters, which involved ‘We are going to sea’ and made us both laugh at her excitement. She loved it and it was her main conversational piece at school the day she went back. We broke away from Mariotech and Senator around Hopton and headed back towards Lowestoft achieving 24 knots, although she is capable of much more and she plained rather nicely. We played around a little more, then gained clearance to head into the the holding area for the next bridge lift. Can anyone please explain, why 5 yachties would prefer to moor to each other which must create immense strain on the yacht moored to the cleat rather than a stinky? We offered assistance to all 4, are we so smelly???? We felt like persona non grata. Through the rail bridge and lock and into Oulton Broad for the rest of evening. Lydia walked the dog, then played in the park and had a try on the trampolines, then a quiet night relaxing. Tuesday – time to go home day duh….. although not straight away. We cleaned up, packed and organised before we left Oulton. We appear to have developed a ritual of always eating our last meal at the Duke’s Head, Somerleyton on the way back to the marina. Today was no different, and a wonderful lunch was had. Adam ordered the sausage and mash which was the dish of day at £5 and Lydia and I had haddock, chips and pureed peas which they do so well; very fresh haddock caught off Lowestoft that morning, the batter superb, the peas delicious and the chips were new potato chip seven better than GY market! Followed by a chocolate pot for Lydia, which I knew she wouldn’t finish…….. We really must get their discount card, we could at least feel justified in spending so much time here. Got distracted and have now signed up for said discount card!!! The end of another wonderful long weekend and back out tomorrow. This weekend the dragon boat festival at Oulton Broad with Lydia and friend in tow.

Hi all Just back yesterday evening after spending the bank holiday weekend on the Southern Broads. Friday - motored up to Reedham which was busy and not enough room to get next to the electric post, however after gesticulating like a mad woman (which him indoors informs me, I do rather well ), the very nice ranger moved a very nice saily up so we could shoehorn in and thankfully we managed it beautifully first time.... phew . Please note that the clip below refers to the final scene in said mooring episode, not the ones below which 'him indoors' refers to as my driving abilities, which are mentioned later http://fsmail02.orange.co.uk/webmail/en ... LDER=INBOX 3 hire boats decided to show off as they came into view of Reedham, carrying two parties of men and one of women, and floored it creating a huge wash...... Ate dinner washed down with a nice bottle of sparkly which was unfinished , we spent the rest of the evening in the Ship with Mariotech and his family and a nice time was had . Came back to Jupes to find the champagne bottle on the floor, cork out and a very happy snoozy dog!! Saturday – beautiful day and hoods off down to WRC, where we moored next to another group of lads side on already on the pop by 1pm.... and very pleasant they were too and not a peep out of them. Whereas the crowd of 9 boats from (I won’t say where!!) clearly had a great party night!!! Anyway, as the hoods were off, it gave Adam the perfect opportunity to continue his waterproofing of the hoods, whilst the kids went swimming and I made the most of the comfy sun lounger . Cooked dinner which we was left halfway through when Mariotech arrived and there was no mooring space available in the basin, so we moved the boys next door into a stern on position and Crackerjack was able to moor. In her wisdom, Lydia had put the dog in the galley, whilst all this excitement was happening only to find the meringues with strawberries meant for dessert were now in the dogs tummy and all over the cushions!!! Another nice evening and far too much pop meant a late start to Sunday!!! Sunday – followed Mariotech to Oulton Broad and although timed well, we arrived 10 minutes or so too early for the lock so Crackerjack moored temporarily and we moored alongside. At this point, him indoors rather facetiously pointed out the new piece of pontoon I had very innocently managed to back the car onto in Goodchilds Marina, and I hasten to add that there were mitigating circumstances . They wanted us in the lock first, so off we went only to find a problem had occurred for Mariotech so, as we were committed we went through on our own and off down to RNSYC for the night. Just as we were coming through Bascule Bridge, an assistance call came across the radio, asking for anyone in the vicinity to help a jet skier who had got into trouble…………. We waited rather nervously to hear whether anyone had gone out to their rescue, whilst at the same time, thinking we would try and help if needed, and Adam could put his man overboard lessons to the test . Fortunately, for the jet skier , Jupes’ assistance was not needed as two boats answered the call, and we watched the jetskier paddle back into RNSYC. We then had the task of mooring stern-on in what seems a very small space in rather strong winds and current next to a gleaming 53’ Broom, which looked very new and sparkly and had no fenders on the starboard side where we were backing in ….. gulp …….. Perfect execution, thank god!!! A walk on the prom, the shooting fountains are great and we know Lydia will love running through these in the hot weather. They are pretty terrific in the evening when all lit up and they dance to music, a round of minigolf on the front, which was good fun and although small has beautiful gardens and a nightcap in the clubhouse finished the day off very nicely. Now writing the next bit and waiting for photographs from him indoors!

Fab place Simon and great photos. We have never done the maze. Interestingly though, Adam's first professional photographic assignment was for Somerleyton Hall. I'm sure you can imagine how nervous he was......gulp!

Beautiful..... I adore bluebells, they are always such a glorious surprise when you happen on them in clusters like this. We have them under our oak trees at the front of our garden and although there are not many they fill me with delight when I see them each spring

We will be in the southern waters from the 25th until 31st.