Sticky Fingers
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Or even better if the budget allows, an ePropulsion or Torqeedo electric outboard. Very light and easy to use.
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gordmac
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I would suggest learning to sail, unless you are particularly keen on sailing, is just adding an unnecessary extra complication.
Any skiff rowing clubs in your area? That is a good way to get on the water and meet others who enjoy being on the water.
Any skiff rowing clubs in your area? That is a good way to get on the water and meet others who enjoy being on the water.
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Joanthewad
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Yes was thinking of a 5hpOr some sort of airdeck (that is a variation on a RIB) that you could inflate and launch each time.
Something like this would go in the back of a car with an engine and seats folded down:
Just be aware of that outboard weighing 38kg
A second hand 5hp two stroke engine would weigh only 20kg and would still be fun.
Zodiac Cadet Aero 310 With Mercury F9.9MH And fitted Launch Wheels | 3m | 2023 - Devon | Boats and Outboards
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Andrew_Trayfoot
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Do the RYA dinghy qualifications.
Buy a dinghy: Topper, Mirror, Wayfarer, Laser,Pico, etc. Anything that is well known and easy to sell on.
Go saling and have some fun.
The decide if you want to stay on dingies or move up to crusers... anything from 18' to 60'...
Or a few hundred pounds to loads of money...
Buy a dinghy: Topper, Mirror, Wayfarer, Laser,Pico, etc. Anything that is well known and easy to sell on.
Go saling and have some fun.
The decide if you want to stay on dingies or move up to crusers... anything from 18' to 60'...
Or a few hundred pounds to loads of money...
KevinV
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Yacht clubs (and ebay) are littered with rough n ready hard dinghies, plenty of fun to be had with a small engine on the back and a picnic.
penfold
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Quite a lot of clubs with St Ayles skiffs and regular competitions, regattas etc. if that's something of interest. Very sociable even if you're not inclined to compete. Bound to be at least one locally.
Joanthewad
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That sounds like a plan
Greg2
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Learning to sail isn’t a bad thing to do for any boater because it provides a good foundation on which to build skills and experience. You learn very quickly about the effect of wind and currents because they really matter to a sailboat and it can be very handy understanding what a sailboat is likely to do when navigating in restricted waters.
Just an alternative perspective
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gordmac
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Alternatively just go out and enjoy a proper boat!
Wansworth
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You could pick up a used 3.2 metre air deck inflatable with perhaps a 5 hp outboard for well under £1k. Easy to fit in the boot of a car, engine not too heavy, very economical - 5 litres will last a long time (4 stroke)
Honda makes the "Honwave" range, I had a t32 ie which had a V floor. They sold them as a package, boat, outboard and trailer but you often see them minus a trailer.
5 hp will push it along at displacement speed - about 5 knots. If you want to go faster they will take up to a 15 hp outboard which will do 20 knots - they are sporty!
It just depends what you want to do. I crossed the solent and circumnavigated the Isle of Wight in mine - a capable boat.
Honda makes the "Honwave" range, I had a t32 ie which had a V floor. They sold them as a package, boat, outboard and trailer but you often see them minus a trailer.
5 hp will push it along at displacement speed - about 5 knots. If you want to go faster they will take up to a 15 hp outboard which will do 20 knots - they are sporty!
It just depends what you want to do. I crossed the solent and circumnavigated the Isle of Wight in mine - a capable boat.
SC35
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A 5hp two stroke gets my Zodiac 270 planing at 10kts.
Just sayin.
Just sayin.
Alicatt
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The little Honwaves look very good value for the money and they would be great to throw in the back of the car and head off somewhere with one to day trip or so, I've been tempted but am holding out until after the PB Level 2.
My wife and I are off to do the Powerboat level 2 in September, we have been looking at boats and settled on a couple we like, but it all depends on the outcome of September, will the wife take to it, she is excited about going on the course, but she is avoiding putting in any of the work that the course provider suggested as a pre course study, eg. charts and navigation, and I don't want to push her too hard and put her off either. While I have done most of the charts and navigation (long) before, studying the videos will help refresh my memory.
We have settled on a couple of types of boat that we both like, in the semi displacement Hardy Pilot 20 or Hardy 25 or something of that ilk, not fast and towable and could be used on the waterways of Belgium, ICC and CEVINI permitting.
My wife and I are off to do the Powerboat level 2 in September, we have been looking at boats and settled on a couple we like, but it all depends on the outcome of September, will the wife take to it, she is excited about going on the course, but she is avoiding putting in any of the work that the course provider suggested as a pre course study, eg. charts and navigation, and I don't want to push her too hard and put her off either. While I have done most of the charts and navigation (long) before, studying the videos will help refresh my memory.
We have settled on a couple of types of boat that we both like, in the semi displacement Hardy Pilot 20 or Hardy 25 or something of that ilk, not fast and towable and could be used on the waterways of Belgium, ICC and CEVINI permitting.
stelican
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Preferably your neck she may thinkCarry a length of say 6mm rope about 40 cmslong and whilst travellling or when not occupied practice a few knots,at least become proficient in the bowline…….unlike my wife who considers wrapping a rope round anything many times adequate
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Greg2
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Honwaves have been mentioned so I thought I would add my tuppence worth inasmuch as we had one with an airdeck that created a V shaped hull and all I can say is that they are a quality bit of kit. They have larger tubes than many competitors and as a consequence you get a sense of substance and they feel quite safe.
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jakew009
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I got the impression it’s not actually possible to fail the Level 2 unless you wanted to do so deliberately.
The level of theory required is all taught during the course and it’s really a memory test.
SC35
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If you turn up and the instructor is still onboard the boat when you return, you will pass.
Seastoke
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It's not about passing ,it's is boating right for you ,and learn as much as you can.
SC35
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Indeed, despite having a higher qualification, I had to do PB2 for the sailing club.
It was a fun couple of days, as well as being a refresher, I picked up several tricks and tips that were specific to helming a RIB and getting it on and off the launch trolley without looking like a
