Neatishead Now Open

[Andrewcook]

I thought the ( Broads Authority) Dredged out that Neatishead Staithe for better Depth for Cruisers and Sailing Boats that have got Keels underneath them. As for the paths that was  ill-thought out as loose Granite will damage the Fibra Glass and Wooden Boat decks the only way I can  suggest is to put a Door mat near your Boat 

[CambridgeCabby]

The crushed granite used is an issue at Fleet Dyke too , there is no point updating moorings in such a way that can cause damage to a boat 

[Chelsea14Ian]

Surely if there's any damage  to your boat,private or hire.Then claim against  BA.

[FlyingFortress]

1 hour ago, CambridgeCabby said:

The crushed granite kitchen s an issue at Fleet Dyke too , there is no point updating moorings in such a way that can cause damage to a boat 

Got to be better than that gawd awful grit they were using a few years ago

[Chelsea14Ian]

We've  spent lots of money  on Mermaid. If we moor there and the work causes damage  to the boat.They will get a bill for work!

[Ray]

I agree with the principle Ian but I think they'd just say you shouldn't have moored there if it's not suitable for your boat.

Which raises another whole raft of questions about losing (suitable) moorings! 

[ChrisB]

Land shoes and deck shoes and the changing between the two used to be commonplace when I was young. Along the South Coast at any rate, maybe we just got lazy, or modern waistlines make a simple task like changing shoes a chore.

[bucket]

We still do Chris, land shoes, deck shoes and always slippers when inside......despite my modern waistline!

New limestone/granite aggregate paths are a pain mind, although they do settle after a bit of weather and wear. I remember Ranworth being "improved" some years ago......same issue back then!

[Bluebell]

2 hours ago, ChrisB said:

Land shoes and deck shoes and the changing between the two used to be commonplace when I was young. Along the South Coast at any rate, maybe we just got lazy, or modern waistlines make a simple task like changing shoes a chore.

Still common on Chiltern Lady too, slip-ons essential though…😎

[floydraser]

Skechers are currently marketing slip ins. The TV advert seems to suggest that modern youngsters living their busy lives don't have time to bend down and put their shoes on. Nothing about old 'uns who struggle though, but then they're probably too sensible to shell out £95.

[Ray]

Elastic shoelaces... having tried them as a complete sceptic I now think they're great.

Fit them once and any ordinary shoe becomes a slip on, they stretch as you insert your foot but always go back to a nice tight fit, although you can readjust them if necessary I've never had to.

[ChrisB]

Never knew they existed Ray, cheers I will try some.

[Broads01]

I think I'll try those as well. My late father wore nothing but slip ons but I never got on with them. When boating I have boat shoes, land shoes and dog-walking boots so I tend to be switching around a lot.

[floydraser]

I had a pair of Cotton Traders summer trainers which were excellent but for the elastic laces which had one of those plastic clips which were supposed to keep them tight, but didn't. I'll also try again but tie them normally this time?

[JawsOrca]

It does seem a tad poor show if users of a mooring provided by the BA have to use special shoes because an unsuitable material has been used.. why are we jumping through hoops instead of getting the BA to use suitable materials?

[Chelsea14Ian]

Perhaps they haven't  enough  money  to do a better job!

[MauriceMynah]

I'm sure that's what they'll say. 

[81011]

A good option for the elastic laces are Lock Laces, available on Amazon.....

[Bluebell]

6 hours ago, Ray said:

Elastic shoelaces... having tried them as a complete sceptic I now think they're great.

Elastic shoes laces? Whatever next? Elasticated waist bands…😜??

[MauriceMynah]

1 hour ago, Bluebell said:

Whatever next? 

Cordless shoelaces.

[ExSurveyor]

All this talk of elastic laces and slip on shoes is a downwards slope to a care home.

I will stick with my velcro wrap overs

[Ray]

They boot up very quickly....

[Bluebell]

3 hours ago, Chelsea14Ian said:

Perhaps they haven't  enough  money  to do a better job!

Well we’re hardly paying much extra in tolls this year…😳

[andyfish]

I'm moored there now and there are Holes appearing around the Mooring posts already 

[FlyingFortress]

Really nice 🫣 

It will help our less able brethren 😳