CalmSkipper
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I'm thinking of trying a first run into Bembridge soon, 36 footer drawing 1.9m. I understand it's compact and with limited deep water moorings - any advice gratefully received!
First trip into Bembridge - any tips
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Channel Ribs
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Twister_Ken
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Do it on a rising tide. Stick close to the buoys. Watch out for the dogleg.
pelicanpete
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FinesseChris
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And watch out in the channel for RIBs driven by persons in sunglasses who tailgate, cut you up and generally behave like BMW drivers on the M4.
Come to think of it....
Come to think of it....
nigelhudson
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Do it on a rising tide. Stick close to the buoys. Watch out for the dogleg.
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I agree with all of that plus keep fairly close to the main pontoon, I've seen people run aground whilst jilling about looking for a berth. If you need to turn the boat to berth then do it just past the end of the pontoon.
Also, don't try the approach in a strong easterly, with your draught a strong swell could mean touching bottom even in the channel.
Having said that, it's our favourite Solent port and well worth the effort - choose your time and conditions and go for it.
Do it on a rising tide. Stick close to the buoys. Watch out for the dogleg.
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I agree with all of that plus keep fairly close to the main pontoon, I've seen people run aground whilst jilling about looking for a berth. If you need to turn the boat to berth then do it just past the end of the pontoon.
Also, don't try the approach in a strong easterly, with your draught a strong swell could mean touching bottom even in the channel.
Having said that, it's our favourite Solent port and well worth the effort - choose your time and conditions and go for it.
CalmSkipper
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Thank you all very much for the help