Recent content by Paddingtonbear

Really? you must be the exception that proves the rule.

I know this is kind of boring but I purchased a pair of light weight binos for my Great Leader and the service from Action Optics was nothing short of sensational. I phoned asking for guidance in the late morning and they were in my hand first post the following day. Fantastic instrument...

I use Slime in my bike tyres very sucessfully but where do you get it in sufficient quantity to suit an inflateable? I have a 2.8 hypalon with 'mystery' leaks of a similar nature.

Agreed but I was thinking more about the background info. re the science of it all. He certainly knows his stuff but is also a mite grumpy if you don't understand and follow his thinking :) not a user of his good and services as I don't understand any of it but very clever people of my...

The charger is by no means big enough for a 400 amp hour rig. Perhaps you should check out 'Gibbo's' fantastic information on the Merlyn web site. Just hope that the batteries are ok .

This should surely be posted on the Impractical Boat Owners forum :rolleyes::rolleyes:

Some on this thread are referring to 275N jacket which are made for those working off shore in extreme conditions, wearing drysuits and/heavy wet weather gear. 275N jackets make entry into a rescue helicopter difficult and even more difficult to get a MOB back on board. In any case they are no...

Hope none of you need to be picked up by a helicopter.

I am interested in your etrex and have been researching them to ensure that I am clear about what I will be buying. There appears to be a myriad of models which has left me somewhat confused. What I want is a gps that has a micro SD slot, can interface with a windows computer and download maps...

Having just missed a Garmin 40 on here, I would like either a 40 or a 45 or something very similar. All complete and GWO please. Can pick up Sussex area.

Yes please, PM sent

Have a look at the Tahiti Belle video on Youtube. A friend of mine btw and yes he was not insured as he was racing and sailing solo and he is a seriously big man(and very lucky) in more ways than one.

What do you want to store and for how long? I have part of a small barn 10 miles east of the marina which is totally secure (I live in the other part) and has good access. Was formally the flat of my youngest son. Perhaps we could meet at the marina if you are interested or ring me on Oh7for one...

Try posting on offcenterharbor.com (please note spelling) as this is absolutely certain to bring results and bring you much joy I suspect. Herreshoffs are a bit rich for this part of the world. Good luck.

Have a look at Salvoweb for good sources, not cheap any more though, perhaps it never was :).