ExSurveyor

He is possessed

Who poked the sleeping bear Glad you are feeling better, Chairman Moa, Oh Great Leader.

I users international topcoat, nice and easy and seems to be holding up well.

2 pack is not recommend on previous paints even with primer. Sounds like you will need to do some serious sanding.

The lack of courtesy of some people never ceases to amaze me. I showed a father and son around the boat on thursday, they loved it, it was getting dark so I offered to come down again on saturday to take them out on the river, they jumped at it. I comfirmed by text friday evening and again they replied eagerly. At this point I delayed making an appointment for a guy who was coming some distance. Saturday the appointed time came, after 30 minutes and nothing., Phoned him and he cut the call, text him and no answer. No contact since. It wouldn't have taken much effort for him to text and say he had changed his mind, just bloody rude to not show. I did manage to empty the boat, how much stuff can you accumulate in 7 years, the Jeep was full to capacity.

He has a huge and loyal following, always plenty of Kimi for president flags at all the races.

I think anyone would be twitching after 90 minutes of adrenaline pumping through our bodies.

That looks a nice boat, I started off with a cruisers international 224 on the Medway, lovely little boat to start with but we found we outgrew it after a couple of years . We changed to a Calypso 28, and have had that for 7 years, again on the Medway. I looked at a Hampton safari but found it too small, perfectly formed, just too small. 6 years ago we missed the Broads so got a 32 foot Topliner to use in Norfolk. The difference in size and feeling of space for an extra 4 feet length and 18 inches width is amazing. The Calypso looks like it has sold, but we will replace it next year, ideally I would love another Topliner but they are not available as only 3 were made in the two cabin style. I would probably go for the open plan type that Barnes have if they sold one off and remodel it. The Alpha 34 could be a contender, I need headroom and space, as well as a proper sized bed.

Thanks Alan, This is for Whitey, I am having a lift out for antifoul in February. The initial survey 7 years ago found it to be in excellent condition. In 2 years she will be 30 triggering the need for a recent survey with Craftinsure. GJW have a 10 year survey requirement so it is a bit of a catch 22. The yard are able to do a report but it would then need a full survey in 2 years if I stayed with Craftinsure. The BSS is also due in March so I may just bite the bullet and get both done at the same time.

Any recommendations for insurance companies that accept a boatyard report instead of a full survey. Thanks

I have had to avoid the forum and news as I am afloat and had to watch highlights on C4. Lewis has been an exceptional driver this year, he always thanks his team, fans and family. Max is the one to watch in the next few years.

One for Gracie, time to reach for the wine glass

Hi John, Thank you, she had an interesting shade of turquoise in parts,

Calypso 28, circa 1974, originally owned and maintained by Richardsons. The lay up is good and solid. It had been in private ownership for 7 years before I bought her and 6 years with me. EllieKnight is in good condition for her age. She was antifouled, fully repainted and serviced over last winter. New batteries this year, 240v calorifier, I have isolated it from the engine but it is an easy fix to reconnect. warm air heating, 240v fridge and microwave. The tv is 240v but I have a 12v tv if required. Holding tank with a manual pump toilet. New thermostatic shower mixer and basin with unit under. Money has never been an issue in maintaining and upgrading her. The engine is a Perkins 407 with hydraulic drive. Very quiet when running. The hydraulic drive was new 6 years ago when I purchased her. The bed has been altered to provide a full 6' wide bed. New 240v ring to rear cabin, kitchen and engine bay for battery charger and engine heater. The saloon floor is teak and looks great. The rear cabin is new flotex. Upholstery is all excellent. Headlinings are all good. Bilge pump monitor, I have an extra winter cover in addition to the front and rear well covers. The engine hatch is missing as it is in a Norfolk yard to be rebuilt. It had gone a bit soft. Ellie knight is based at Yalding on the river Medway, the plan was to use her for weekends, unfortunately we have had to care for a very elderly mother in law for the last five years, we also have a boat at Brundall that we runaway to whenever we get respite cover. We are finding we have little time to use the Calypso and it seems such a waste. I am looking for around 17,000 but I am happy to pay half the transport cost to take her home to Norfolk if I get the asking price. I am sure I have missed things, but these are the main points. EllieKnight is a nice comfortable boat, if we had more time we would keep her. Message me if you would like to see more photos including the hull out of the water.

Thirty five years as a surveyor and property developer and this is what I am reduced to. I have four more to build and none have Building regs or planning permission .

That one is Silverwing, privately owned on the southern broads, I have Swiftwing now renamed and also down south. The third one Fleetwing left the broads 3 years ago and headed to Bristol. Barnes have two of the Royale class and the third Royale is privately owned on the broads. Interesting looking boats but very usable. Mark

Welcome to the forum Svenuk from a Topliner owner.

They won't let me play

Four grandchildren, a box of Lego, grandad gets an hours peace

A microwave is the only way I can eat if I am on my own , A cook I am not. My must have is my coffee machine, it helps me function in the morning.

Assorted Lego is worth a fortune. My grandchildren love it, you can never have too much.

I didn't see any white smoke coming out the chimney

Floydraser, you can almost see my boat from your mooring

Chris Evans already had a new job .

Jodie is a good actor but it is a bit like Miss Marple being played by a man. I didn't like Peter Capaldi either. Nearest I could get to a Tardis.