Maxwellian Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 It can get tight if moorings are full. Nose in and turn like a narrow boat in a winding point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumpy Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 We had a few problems at Dilham this year - on three visits the mooring was rammed with abandoned canoes, all tied by the bow with varying lengths of blue string. A certain amount of nudging was needed to wind No Worries and she's only 27'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annv Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 Hi I turn my 44 ft boat there with no problems although i do have a bow thruster, but not needed there as is very sheltered and no current to speak of nice spot to moor. John 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 https://forum.norfolkbroadsnetwork.com/topic/19855-turning-space-at-dilham/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVIDH Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 The turning point is directly opposite the moorings. It won't be tight for a boat like yours. I was on the one you see here, which is the same model as you are on and there was plenty of room to turn, even if someone is moored there. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAULG Posted November 19, 2020 Author Share Posted November 19, 2020 50 minutes ago, DAVIDH said: The turning point is directly opposite the moorings. It won't be tight for a boat like yours. I was on the one you see here, which is the same model as you are on and there was plenty of room to turn, even if someone is moored there. Great picture taken by a drone ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVIDH Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 56 minutes ago, PAULG said: Great picture taken by a drone ! No Paul, I just had a spring in my step that day! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAULG Posted November 19, 2020 Author Share Posted November 19, 2020 1 hour ago, DAVIDH said: No Paul, I just had a spring in my step that day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broads01 Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 I agree with David. I took a 42 footer up there this year and turned with no problems. One mistake less experienced folk make when turning in a tight space is simply not to turn the rudder enough. With the boat at a standstill, turn the wheel hard over and give a good burst of throttle to get water moving over the rudder. Bow thrusters are a great help of course. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrundallNavy Posted November 20, 2020 Share Posted November 20, 2020 Canoes are a big problem at Dilham, we moored up there in August and in the space of a couple of hours there were at least 20 canoes tied up. We did lift a couple out onto the grass to make room for another boat to moor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel Posted November 20, 2020 Share Posted November 20, 2020 it does mean you can head up there late as once they all leave there is space overnight 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAVIDH Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 On 20/11/2020 at 11:40, grendel said: it does mean you can head up there late as once they all leave there is space overnight They appear to be hire canoes, so I wonder if it's some sort of designated itinerary for a group to meet up there for lunch at the Cross Keys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAULG Posted November 21, 2020 Author Share Posted November 21, 2020 On 19/11/2020 at 18:17, PAULG said: Keep of that Red bull. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 On 17/11/2020 at 14:03, PAULG said: I have booked for the 5th June overlooking the fishing season had not started Hopefully the bloody virus will have done one by then I'm sure you'll (and us) be fine by then Paul. I'm sure you'll have a great time. I think the fishing normally starts on the 15th. If it's any consolation the rivers are usually quieter then after the May Bank Holiday. Lots of daylight and (usually) good weather. I'm afraid I'm not a fishing fan and often go at that time for the above reasons!! No offence of course!! Hope you'll report back with your holiday tale and piccies!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS2021 Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 43 minutes ago, NorfolkNog said: If it's any consolation the rivers are usually quieter then after the May Bank Holiday. 3RR 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broads01 Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 I don't know anything about canoeing but would it be reasonable to expect canoeists to lift their boats out if the water to avoid blocking the mooring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YnysMon Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 Yes, I think it’s a bit thoughtless to leave them taking up mooring space. The double canoes can be a bit heavy, but it’s perfectly doable to drag them out onto the bank. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 3 hours ago, RS2021 said: 3RR Three Rivers Race Just in case the OP is not familiar, this is probably the biggest yacht race in the Broads calendar and usually is held the first weekend in June. it starts from Horning but will work up to Potter Heigham among other places. It is a great spectacle if you like flappy things - no doubt Mr Q and others could give advice. I think by the time they get to Potter they will have split up and spaced out so no great problem I would think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAULG Posted November 21, 2020 Author Share Posted November 21, 2020 24 minutes ago, NorfolkNog said: Three Rivers Race Just in case the OP is not familiar, this is probably the biggest yacht race in the Broads calendar and usually is held the first weekend in June. it starts from Horning but will work up to Potter Heigham among other places. It is a great spectacle if you like flappy things - no doubt Mr Q and others could give advice. I think by the time they get to Potter they will have split up and spaced out so no great problem I would think. Bugger😬 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 don't worry Paul - I'm not sure if anything definite has been organised yet! As I understand it the race starts from Horning on Saturday morning and contestants have the option of how they tackle the course - it covers Ludham Bridge, Acle Bridge and Potter Heigham Bridge hence the 3 rivers bit. Its all about tactics which order you tackle them in. It shouldn't bother you too much - just keep well over to the right hand bank if you see flappy stuff ahead or even better adjourn to the pub! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshman Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 I read time and time again how difficult it is to turn in a narrow spot such as Dilham (10 point turns etc etc ) but all you have to do is to moor up and turn it on the ropes!! No sweat no bother and no hassle. Same as Upton but despite having a bow thruster using your ropes is the simplest option most times. There is often a slight breeze or current in most places, but even if there isn't how hard it to push the bows off as far as you can and the walk the stern up until you can get the bow rope back - if your rope isnt long enough just join two bits together! Boats do float - how hard do you think it is??? One thing you won't do is any damage to anyone else by thrashing backwards and forwards - or is it a macho thing?? Whats the hurry - you probably have all the time in the world, relaxing as you should be! P.S. I reckon your odds on getting to Hickling are about 50/1 at the best. Its not just the airdraft but the width most of the time - if its 12' beam your chances are lessened considerably - 6'10' and a 9/10' beam and you woould have more chance but they don't make boats like that any more!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marshman Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 The canoes mostly come from Banks Boats at Wayford and that would be the recommended route for them rather than up towards the Tonnage Bridge especially as they expect you to pay going up there. However you can go by canoe, or you could a couple of years ago, fork left when you come to the bit where cruisers go right and up that narrow backwater - not so far to stagger to the pub. On the map shown earlier its actually shown as the canal but its not nowadays other than in a canoe - the Dilham bit went to Dilham Mill but that was only a short bit through the Bridge I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 We’ve taken Jewels up to Dilham on previous Lads week and turned them on ropes as they have no bow thrusters. Jewels are 46ft Griff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YnysMon Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 Turning the boat on her ropes is Graham’s favourite manoeuvre. Much easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAULG Posted November 22, 2020 Author Share Posted November 22, 2020 11 hours ago, NorfolkNog said: don't worry Paul - I'm not sure if anything definite has been organised yet! As I understand it the race starts from Horning on Saturday morning and contestants have the option of how they tackle the course - it covers Ludham Bridge, Acle Bridge and Potter Heigham Bridge hence the 3 rivers bit. Its all about tactics which order you tackle them in. It shouldn't bother you too much - just keep well over to the right hand bank if you see flappy stuff ahead or even better adjourn to the pub! Sounds like a plan. We came across a few this year no problem. I had the vision of it just being rammed with them. we don’t pick the boat up while Saturday afternoon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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