Recent content by boatingworld2004

Hi There I own a 1984 steadfast called Sassy, which I have owed for 10 years. I’m more than happy to chat about these boats! message me if you want more info. The sail drive is fine and has many advantages. There is lots of info about this online as there are differing views on this from...

Thanks for the replies; some good ideas and food for thought Cheers

Hi there I have a steadfast 24 and know a bit about the history of the boats, would be great to have a chat. Pm me if I can help Thanks

Just looking for some advice on the title really I have a 11ft small rib , fairly old, that Im in the process of sorting with a view to using a tender to access my boat on a swing mooring I want to do a resonable job so so far I have prepped and repaired the hull, overcoated with 3 coats on...

Elkins yard in Christchurch sounds like it would fit the bill. The guys are very helpful and you see cats there regularly

That why the steadfast is the closest to your spec but I'm bias!

Sorry I should have made it clear I have a steadfast and I meant the OP but of course anyone is welcome for a tea!

Drop me a message if you ever want to have a look around one

Another vote for the steadfast 24 , having owned one for many years it's a lot of boat for 24ft And the sailing is ok , not going to win any races but who wants to!

Hi guys Sorry in the delayed responce! Im not sure im going to make this trip as boat is still on the hard! Underestimated the time required having a new member of the family and winter boat jobs! With a bit of luck we might be in by then and hopefully pop to poole to meet some of you. Being...

I do have a 20watt solar panel in the system and was wondering how good this might be during the winter I will give it a try without the mains charger now they have been on float for a week Cheers for the advice

Hi I was wondering what the best thing to do with charging my batteries over the winter. The boat is on the hard with a mains hook up. I have 2 x 85ah house batteries and 1 x Odyssey Start Battery. The System has a BEP panel with VSR and a mobiltronic 25amp smart mains charger. Is it best to...

There are a few options for visitors from swinging mooring to alongside at one of the two boatyards, christchurch sailing club or if your feeling posh the captains club hotel has berths alongside the old pontins quay at wick. 1m is fine just go up the harbour on the rise and dont get pushed to...

Over the season we noticed at least 1.5m over the bar a couple of hours either side of hw. It does get slightly more tricky when you take into account the double hw at change from springs to neeps. We draw 3ft and can leave well before 1st hw, my rule for coming back is no later than 1 hr after...

Would love to join in if I'm not working ! Please count me in. Don't rule out christchurch! Its a lovely place and the entrance is fine (depending on draft !) just get the tide times right and try not to be an idiot about it. Would be quite happy to supply some local knowledge for anyone...