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Anyone live out here in Singapore that's into boating (with motors!)?? I've just moved out here, having sold my boat in the UK, am now looking to get into boats out here, but I have heard horror stories about what's involved - rules, regs, costs, etc. and as usual unless you know where to go...

Thanks for that I have been out there with work quite a few times, now have been asked to move out there, but haven't investigated boat side of things before - will see what I can find out. Cheers

I am currently thinking about relocating to Singapore, and wondered if anyone had any experience of boating in that area, any useful contacts or websites as searches so far make me think there are no boats there, and thus dampens my enthusiasm for going. Any info greatfully received.

What is with some of the exhibitors at the boat show? Went on Friday (pretty quiet) and looked around a selection of Fairline, Sealine, Birchwood, Windy and Cranchi - all of whom were happy to show us around, answer questions and be generally helpful. Took a wander over to the Marina Marbella...

Having decided (almost definitely) to leave the boat in the water over the winter (this is my 1st winter owning a boat), what should be done to ensure she makes it through the winter safe & sound and in tip top condition. I am hopeful that we'll get a few weekends use out of her over the...

I'd be interested to hear whether or not those blaming powerboaters for antisocial behaviour can HONESTLY say they have NEVER experienced poor manners from their own branch of the boating world - I very much doubt it. We can all be perceived as inconsiderate by others from time to time, but as...

At weekend a helpful fellow boater noticed my shore power lead trailing in the water under the pontoon to reach the nearest available socket. He mentioned that this would be 'creating a field' and would 'burn out the anodes' if left as it was. I was more concerned about trailing the cable...

Re: Lymington maybe Thanks for the suggestion - might give it a try, depending on the weather. New Poole Town Quay marina is built and appears to be receiving visitors. I've not been myself (berthed at Cobbs Quay) but hear that it's a bit on the pricey side - no surprise there then!

Anyone got any suggestions on a nice easy day trip leaving from & returning to Poole - nothing too adventurous just yet (still getting used to new boat & navigating!). Any suggestions gratefully received.

Can anyone explain the difference between a GPS unit and a plotter? Is it better to have a fixed or handheld unit? Which is more useful as a navigation tool? What extras do you have to buy to make it work? Please help - I am totally confused by all the different units on the market as they all...