So many hire boats have fenders that are flat, when I hired from Ricos I asked for 3 to be changed and I got the reply they will be fine and don't need replacing this resulted in a section of lower rubbing strake getting pulled off as the fender didn't hold the boat off the key at Reedham.
We were moored at Reedham last week when a large central cockpit boat decided to leave. The tide was flowing out the direction he was facing he had two attempts but was worried that he would hit the boat in front. I asked if he needed a hand and he greatfully accepted after a bit of advice executed a purfect departure thanking me for the help stating he never had been shown that manoeuvre.
I hope you tied it on properly or you might get the same response as I did when I assisted one near Oulton Broad.
it might be me needing a tow one day .
Just seen on the news a fisherman has gone missing at Cantley. They have found the fishing tackle but no sign of the fisherman.
please keep a look out if you are passing this area.