Cheesey69 Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Hi all, I must point out at no point was I or the Enemy ever upset. So I've just bought an ex hire fleet boat and wanting to play with our new toy, we tolled her on a visitor pass as the full toll bounced through the works. It must be remembered that the money pit is still dressed in her hire outfit. Out we go and wasn't long before we got the stares and pointing fingers. We moored up for a spot of light lunch when we heard, "Must have let them borrow it." "His breaking the rules" One woman, in a display worthy of Olympic mentions, ran the full lenght of their boat and said to the helm in an overly loud voice, "Do they know their workforce are skiving off?" No problem the day boats waving, bit slower, sometimes puzzled looks from the privates. Broads patrol came by twice, he got double waves. In the end, I fitted a jackstaff and a small ensign before we departed. Right im off to find the bilge pump. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petersjoy Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 32 minutes ago, Cheesey69 said: Hi all, I must point out at no point was I or the Enemy ever upset. So I've just bought an ex hire fleet boat and wanting to play with our new toy, we tolled her on a visitor pass as the full toll bounced through the works. It must be remembered that the money pit is still dressed in her hire outfit. Out we go and wasn't long before we got the stares and pointing fingers. We moored up for a spot of light lunch when we heard, "Must have let them borrow it." "His breaking the rules" One woman, in a display worthy of Olympic mentions, ran the full lenght of their boat and said to the helm in an overly loud voice, "Do they know their workforce are skiving off?" No problem the day boats waving, bit slower, sometimes puzzled looks from the privates. Broads patrol came by twice, he got double waves. In the end, I fitted a jackstaff and a small ensign before we departed. Right im off to find the bilge pump. Hi, did we see you on Oulton broad last Wednesday? Paul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonplus Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Really wind everyone up, fit some nav lights and take it out after dusk. . Enjoy you boat mate, and obviously wave goodbye to all your money! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumpy Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Welcome the the empty pockets and big sh1t eating grin club! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CambridgeCabby Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Come on , we are all wondering , what craft is she ?? please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lulu Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Im going to take a guess at an ex Summercraft as the livery is so distinctive ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petersjoy Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 It's on another post, think it's a Bermuda 34. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Sweet kingfisher is ex hire.I don't give a monkeys what people think.Shes no oil painting but she's ours.If people want to be inverted snobs that's there problem. We enjoy the boat plain and simple. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 5 minutes ago, Chelsea14Ian said: Sweet kingfisher is ex hire.I don't give a monkeys what people think.Shes no oil painting but she's ours.If people want to be inverted snobs that's there problem. We enjoy the boat plain and simple. Quite right Ian, everyone's boat is their pride & joy. Regards Alan 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesey69 Posted July 2, 2020 Author Share Posted July 2, 2020 Tropical gem from Richos. Big grin comes as standard. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbx5 Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Is your Tropical Gem reg no G750 ? John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesey69 Posted July 2, 2020 Author Share Posted July 2, 2020 I’m being stalked😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbx5 Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Not at all Mr Cheesy Thought you may want to look at her first week on hire May 1974 straight out of the box at King line cruisers Horning as the first hirers. I will dig the photos out if you wish? John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Really wind everyone up, fit some nav lights and take it out after dusk. Oooooh, what an opportunity for a wind up 1) Better still go out after dusk with no nav lights, that'll have the full flotilla of armchair admirals hopping mad! 2) Go into Norwich and through Bishops bridge and beyond 3) Down to GYA, Turn to Port under Haven bridge and on for another couple of cables before coming about 4) Into Goodchild marine for a look-see 5) Cruise with your fenders up Other than that, welcome to the always skint and busy club. Enjoy your new pride and joy - Well done BOAT = Bung On Another Thousand Griff 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VetChugger Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 Apart from the four poster, that is a cracking layout for a couple. Enjoy and relish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Ignore Griff's no.3, as fun as it will be you'll be dragging the lifeboat crew out for an intercept job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 52 minutes ago, Smoggy said: Ignore Griff's no.3, as fun as it will be you'll be dragging the lifeboat crew out for an intercept job. Interesting point, and just to be serious for a moment (Oh yes I can. ) If a person buy's an ex hire craft and wants to turn left at Yarmouth, Can they contact the coast guard and warn them of this possibility, and if so, what number should they use? There!!! Told you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 My guess and it is just a guess. Speak to broads authority and coast guard. I have VHF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Speak to port control, they will spot you first probably from breydon bridge, if you don't have vhf don't do it as you won't know of any vessel movements, there's nowt down there for river craft anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 CH14 I believe (Although it might be12) just call GYA harbour master this will stop the coastguard launching and all will be well in the world - apart from on lookers who will be waving at you frantically to turn back! Footnote, just cruising a couple of cable past Haven Bridge and back won't cause the Rib to be launched. Also there ain't no law says you have to have VHF when entering / leaving a commercial port either although it is strongly advised. You can contact them and receive instructions via mobile phone quite sufficiently Griff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheesey69 Posted July 3, 2020 Author Share Posted July 3, 2020 12 hours ago, Jbx5 said: Not at all Mr Cheesy Thought you may want to look at her first week on hire May 1974 straight out of the box at King line cruisers Horning as the first hirers. I will dig the photos out if you wish? John Yes please sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 1 hour ago, BroadAmbition said: You can contact them and receive instructions via mobile phone quite sufficiently Very true but doesn't beat a listening "watch". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat nee blownup Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 You would also need a very low air draft as Haven bridge needs about six months notice to open. It’s apparently having £1.2million spent on it soon so no doubt it’ll be closed for a long period Sent from my iPhone using Norfolk Broads Network Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 which is probably another reason vagabond is still sitting at Cantley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Anywhere below half tide I can get 9' under haven with good clearance, needs good control though as there's some fierce Eddie's at half tide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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