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    Anchors again!

    Suggestions for an anchor - type and size for a 12ft, 550lb Rib. For sea/beach
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    Boat taste

    Got to be the Fleming. I had one in the UK and just bought a new one in Canada
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    measuring fuel use accurately.

    Sorry for slow reply, I've been away. I use them really as a matter of interest. It only changes my helming in as much as I get really scared when I see the high consumption as I increase RPM!!
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    measuring fuel use accurately.

    Bit scary expensive though - although very good. I have them on the Fleming
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    Is the Tomtom 700 the best?

    Oz Maps There could be an issue with this. I purchased a Magellan system when I was in Canada recently. When I returned to the UK I asked if I could get the Europe maps. the answer was no because the Unit as sold regionally contains a base map in the firmware - North America for US, Europe...
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    What happened to me across Christchurch Bay a week back...SeaStart

    Credentials Just thought you may be interested. There is only one person I trust to service my engines and check that all my systems are working properly. He is highly qualified and in my opinion does a fantastic job for me. He works for a very reputable service and engineering company based...
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    Brighton and bacon butties

    Well, we were there Saturday, Sunday and Monday on pontoon 13. Wiggo I never saw you and Pauline - we thort you were in Spain now. Even talked about trying to find you but said no point she's not here anymore. Doh! Sorry we misssed you both
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    advice on cleaning fabric

    I've some directors type chairs from Onward Trading (only mention the brand 'cause they're quite well known and people who know them will understand this question better). To fit the cushions you first slide a piece of white canvas along grooves which then acts as the base for the main foam...
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    Attendee List

    MartinWoolwich No mooring required (based at Mercury already) 2 People no special dietary requirements
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    Anyone done boat charter virgin islands carribean ?

    We did as a family on a Motor boat from Virgin Traders. Boat was not too bad - Horizon 57 - good accommodation. Most bits worked OK. But it was windy most of the time (that's why it's such a great place for sailing boats) so boat rolled quiet a lot. Not uncomfortable and no one ever got...
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    It is rather impressive!

    I agree. It is a pity there's been so much trouble with it (specially the cost!) but as a marine landmark I really like it too.
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    Teak Furniture

    I agree about Onwards. Very good products although quite expensive for what it is. Comfortable to sit on , nice fold away tables of various sizes. My only comment would be that they lose the nice gloss look quite quickly and scratch easily. So you either need to oil it all regularly or live...
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    Sea Anchor

    I think this is what you\'re looking for Here
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    Immigration to Canada

    Not sure where to ask this question, but chances are you lot will have a better idea than anyone else. I am hoping to move to Canada on a full time basis in late 2006 or early 2007. I have been told that I can take my boat with me as it is a personal possession and it will not be subject to...
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    Web Cams

    I found this very nice place showing marine web cam images from around the world. Thought I'd share it with you click here
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