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Hiya

Are there any motor boat cruisers out there? Just in process of getting our first GRP boat so  looking for some advice etc.

Thanks muchly

Kim =)

Hiya

Getting a Buckingham 25 as soon as the snow clears.

Hoping to keep it on Trent  & Mersey as thats our closest apart from the Erewash- but they have no moorings.

We went to look at Mercia marina yestrday but theyve only got NB moorings.

Its just another means of getting weekends and hols away.  OH used to have a NB so we're ok with most things - apart from GRP boats!

Kim =)

www.Thenorfolkbroads.net  a website for all those who love being afloat in the area with lots of people who are boatowners/hirers and a wealth of technical information and local knowledge, well worth a read or just a place to ask your boating questions.

Julia  

We have a Seamaster 27 on the Lancaster canal.  We've had boats on and off for about 40 years,if there's anything specific you want to ask.

We were on Lake Windermere for about 3 years with a Sea Ray Sundancer, but we're back on the canal now.  We also used to own a boat hire company on the Leeds Liverpool with day cruisers and a 50 foot narrow boat.

It all depends on what you want.  There are pros and cons to all of them.

If I can help just ask, but the boat will be down to your personal preference.

Jim

Here are George's pages.   A wealth of information.    

So as you are no longer a Gongoozler, 

Better ask for a ladies windlass for Christmas,  Yes the long reach is easier for those not built like bodybuilders. 

Go forth and have fun. 

Quote: Originally posted by oldham on 02/12/2010

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Here are George's pages.   A wealth of information.    

So as you are no longer a Gongoozler, 

Better ask for a ladies windlass for Christmas,  Yes the long reach is easier for those not built like bodybuilders. 

Go forth and have fun. 

Thanks Oldham that's just the info and gadget I need!
Oh yes and a big thaw -don't want to have a Titanic moment!!!

 

 

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Quote: Originally posted by KimC on 01/12/2010

Hiya

Are there any motor boat cruisers out there? Just in process of getting our first GRP boat so  looking for some advice etc.

 

Thanks muchly

Kim =)

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Post last edited on 01/12/2010 13:09:05

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To add to the above, always come in to moor against the tide if in tidal waters, and always without exception wear a life jacket whilst out on deck. Even if you are a strong swimmer the cold of the water can soon give you cramps or cause a cardiac arrest, and there are plenty of strong currents and undertows that can soon drag you under, sat wise and stay safe.

Julia