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    The Big 40th Suggestions.

    in The Broadscot Lounge

    Posted

    13 minutes ago, psychicsurveyor said:

    More Mud,  Tiger feet. :default_winko:

     

    Fantastic Psychic...just makes you want to dance.:default_beerchug:

    so now for your anniversary my new suggestion, get spotify, or you can just you tube stuff.....turn it up (important)....and dance together... pick out your favourites. Mrs W and I did this by accident a couple of years back wild moored up the Ant, started off just listening to a few songs and turned into a full on boat party dance with just the two of us.

     

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    Fenders Up Or Down When Underway

    in Broads Chat

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    Fenders up and Cheesing do look good, no doubt.

    For me though, almost without exception, I don't do "unnecessary"

    The idea of lifting  fenders on deck when the next thing I'm gonna do with them is lower them in my mind is unnecessary.

    I understand why people do it though.

    Mrs W lowers the kitchen blind before bed and first thing in the morning raises it, maybe it's a OCD thing.

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    Hi Everyone, Im Looking To Purchase

    in New Members Say Hi !

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    On ‎19‎/‎01‎/‎2019 at 00:24, dnks34 said:

    Id agree and also say be very careful with anything thats showing evidence of leaks.  

    Windows/Hatches/Cleats/Deck Fittings etc that are poorly sealed and have been left to let water through really can do a lot of damage which may not always be immediately obvious.  Things can be resealed (some things easier than others) but spending your time chasing rainwater leaks on your boat will very quickly get annoying, theres also nothing worse than wet bedding.  There is definately something going on in the fwd cabin on the NBS sedan (from the pictures) If interested I would proceed with caution. 

    I have quoted you dnks34 not because I disagree with anything you say but just to put another perspective on the "leak" front.

    I would guess, based on nothing than my conversations with people, that 75% of broads boats leak, even if the owners don't know it yet, and in the 30k and below range I would guess that at sometime all have leaked and most still do. If you buy a boat that shows no signs of leaking it doesn't mean it isn't leaking. But a boat with signs of leaking doesn't mean it's wrecked, I mean how are the owners expected to know (and deal with) a leak unless they see the signs.

    As dnks34 says, proceed with caution, but don't get too hung up on the leak situation, because sooner or later you'll be chasing one.!!

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    Anyone Recognise This As A Broom?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    9 minutes ago, Pumpmedic said:

    Well that`s sunk the "Take a guess at how much" competition - Cheers mate!

    Yep found the same info as I said earlier.

    So what doesn`t sit right with you about it?

    Sorry   :default_icon_redface: ....well they can still have a guess.

    I have seen up close under the floor of a Broom built around that time and the quality of the timber work on this one doesn't look anywhere near as good.

    Anyone Recognise This As A Broom?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I found it on preloved, lots of pictures and though I don't know much and wouldn't want to cast aspersions, something doesn't seem right.

    Also this on canalplan.org.uk

    " Ow Much Built by Broom in 1982 - Length : 9.2 metres ( 30 feet 2 inches ) - Beam : 3.1 metres ( 10 feet 2 inches )
    Powered by an Inboard Diesel engine with a capacity of 2500 CC. Registered with Environment Authority - Thames Region number F041532 as a Non Hire Annual Private Motor Boat.  ( Last updated on Thursday 23rd May 2013 ) "

    Omni Directional Aerial

    in Technical Questions and Answers

    Posted

    4 hours ago, BroadAmbition said:

     He is going to do a bit of on-line research and get back to me with his recommend.........

    Griff

    I really believe.... really, the only research suitable is to get out and try it.

    We have a cheap lab periodic ariel from screwfix and we have not found any where that we can't get a signal. Trees on a wild mooring haven't been a problem. We do have it on a pole.

    We have hired boats with "tracvision" you know , the ones with a big bulbous thing on the fo'c'sle and whilst they maintain a signal whilst cruising with all the twists and turns, (great for the kids!!) once moored, close to trees, they failed. 

    Now I,m not saying what we had was typical but at salhouse with "tracvision" we had a picture until we got within stepping distance of the quay......then it went. Happened all holiday, mid river, fine, moor close to a spiders web, no signal.

    So, I would say, if getting a tv signal on the move is important then listen to recommendations (I have none) but if you just want a signal when moored ,

    https://www.screwfix.com/p/labgear-log-mast-periodic-aerial/67576

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    Boats For Couples

    in Broads Chat

    Posted

    Hi DJB and welcome. 

    Lots of boats are designed just for couples....but as you have discovered they come at a premium. 

    The Swan craft boats that riccos now have are well designed and about the best value for money you can get, albeit they may a touch dear. The problem (for you) is that hire boats are designed with the potential return top of priorities. They just don't consider people with a "healthy appetite" (your words, not mine.) :default_biggrin:

    In an ideal world we.. You... Me... Would take a blank and make it ours.... Unlikely though.

    So.....we have to comprise.

    You  have identified good reasons for chossing the boat you have, beyond that, don't worry too much, just being on the rivers is such a pleasure.

    A tiny tip... take the bow rope..... take the stern rope..... lay them alongside.... tie them together.... when you come in to moor and your wife steps off she has both ropes.

    Hope you have a lovely holiday. 

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    Wroxham Angling

    in Fishing on The Broads

    Posted

    7 minutes ago, BroadAmbition said:

     Where is the tackle shop in Horning,

    Tks,

    Griff

    Between the turn to The Ferry Inn and Richos marina.

    The bloke in there is incredibly helpful, lives above the shop and will serve you out of hours if you ring his doorbell.

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    October Where?

    in Where was this Taken ?

    Posted

    5 minutes ago, annv said:

    OOh do i get a prize how exciting i can't wait,thanks John

    I checked. 

    486,956 ... you can self certify your prize next time you're with an os map. :default_biggrin:

    Although I didn't realise, there is a big (small) clue in the photo. You can just make out a blurry railway line signal. 

    October Where?

    in Where was this Taken ?

    Posted

    1 hour ago, annv said:

    On the Waveney traveling south towards and about a mile from the Oulton broad junc  approaching the water sky landing place after the derelict steam pump house which is on your right . a 6 figure map reference would be better but map is on boat.John

    Sounds about perfect, well done, although I have no idea what a water sky landing area is. 

    News Papers

    in The Broadscot Lounge

    Posted

    8 hours ago, vanessan said:

    A question as I am genuinely interested, where do those of you who don’t read newspapers get your news from? Do you rely on tv or radio? 

    You see....this is a case in point, I have just spent over an hour writing and deleting stuff to respond to this post in a way that would make my point but not offend anyone. I give up now. ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

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    Quality Roach And Perch

    in Fishing on The Broads

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    10 hours ago, Dazza said:

    Hi a mate and me are hiring a boat out of stalham this Saturday for a weeks fishing he is after quality roach and I am after quality perch,  thinking of  St benets as a starting point or should we stick to one of the Broads?  any advice appreciated thank you in advance 

    Hi Dazza and welcome to the forum.

    Hope you have a great weeks fishing.

    This season I have been out most weekends fishing and whilst I'm no expert I get the feeling there are fish everywhere with no  particular hotspots at all. St Bennets is good for Roach and Perch, Fleet Dyke also. I believe around Barton Broad is good too but other than the opening day have not tried it.

    More importantly is the bait you use. This year I have caught better fish when using bread, corn or luncheon meat......worms, maggots, caster just catch the smaller fish. You may wait longer for the bites but the result is worth it. I was moored next to a boat earlier in the year at Salhouse and the guy was fishing with wheat.....had plenty of Roach around 6-8 ounces....ok, not massive, but was picking off the better ones.

    Perch wise, a lot has been made of this new thing , "drop shotting" I've never tried it, but want to and will do. Look it up if you don't know what it is.

    Also, don't overlook that decent fish can be caught right up next to the quay heading, you don't always have to lob a feeder mid river.

    At the moment, personally, I would not fish anywhere above Salhouse , very clear.

    Tight lines.

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    Any Grannys Here ?

    in The Broadscot Lounge

    Posted

    Some of the lines in that piece are brilliant....

    "A grandpa is a man granny"

    "Usually they are fat but not too fat to tie childrens shoes"

    Anyway, none apply to Mrs W as she's a Nanny, a subtle but distinct difference so I'm told.

    Grannys are old.....Nannys are not. :default_rolleyes:

    Gracie

    in The Broadscot Lounge

    Posted

    10 hours ago, SPEEDTRIPLE said:

    .....One thing i do struggle with is trying to put things into words, to mean what i`m trying to say. Sometimes, i`ve posted things, and people have been a bit offended, but i had no intention to offend, but my choice of words was wrong, it`s something i continue to struggle with, and sometimes, in trying to word a post as correctly as i can, i can take an hour to write a few lines.  Sometimes, it`s taken so long, i`ve lost the idea of what i wanted to say, so deleted the post before posting, sad, but that`s reality for me.  

    So glad it's not just me.

    Especially lately....where, as a  grown up, I feel like I'm being treated like a child if I dare to step slightly out of line, I honestly don't know where the line is.

    You really shouldn't have to be so thoughtful and cautious about what you post on a forum of like minded individuals.

    Sometimes I wonder if it's worth it.

    Oh....and come back Gracie.

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