Moving of my new boat and all the worries

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Well the time has come to move the boat this Sunday, all my planning will come to it pinnacle on Sunday at about 1300 when I move my newly purchased boat from Poole to Gosport. Did anyone else have butterfly's on their first solo move (by solo I mean I will be "captain" as I will have others on board). I have had the boat fully serviced (which hit my Bank again as the tank had diesel bug in it :nonchalance: Plus a few other minor issues which soon added up. I have planned the route, using the old fashioned paper charts (I enjoyed that) I have downloaded navionics and it all appears OK, I have checked all the tide heights, times of tides, tidal streams, bridge times, I checked the almanac at least 5 times, but still I have that worry, have I covered it all, Is the weather going to be fine (it looks like it should be OK F4 forcasted getting better as the day goes on). So why do I keep thinking what have I forgotten? Fuel, get that on way out of poole, life jackets done, Radio, done, Am I just over thinking it?
 
Entirely normal to feel nervous about a first sea trip :)

Congrats on the new boat.

Passage planning is important but if you follow a logical sequence not too dificult. You haven't said what your level of experience is but you have mentioned the key factors so I am guessing this isn't a new experience for you. It is easy to over think things and it is important to remember that a passage plan is just that, just a plan. Reality may mean that it has to change as you get into the passage but I am guessing you know that.

As long as you have taken account of the main issues and are clear what your intentions are then probably better to relax and enjoy the anticipation :)

One thing....you mentioned diesel bug.....spare filters are a must as are contingency plans i.e. alternative ports in the event of a problem.
 
Ah yes I remember now.

You should be fine weather wise. Once you are across Christchurch bay you are in the shelter of the solent all the way to Gosport so If it looks good at the start you should be fine at the end
 
Greg2 said:
Entirely normal to feel nervous about a first sea trip :)

Congrats on the new boat.

Passage planning is important but if you follow a logical sequence not too dificult. You haven't said what your level of experience is but you have mentioned the key factors so I am guessing this isn't a new experience for you. It is easy to over think things and it is important to remember that a passage plan is just that, just a plan. Reality may mean that it has to change as you get into the passage but I am guessing you know that.

As long as you have taken account of the main issues and are clear what your intentions are then probably better to relax and enjoy the anticipation :)

One thing....you mentioned diesel bug.....spare filters are a must as are contingency plans i.e. alternative ports in the event of a problem.
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I'm a Yachtmaster, costal, but means nothing when not really planned anything for 2 years, just been local stuff in and around the solent since qualifying, Has all the filters changed on the service and the engineer has advised me to change filter at end of season and just monitor it. I think I am really looking forward to it, Have to trust myself andif unsure just take bearings etc to moitor the progress more than I normally would.
 
Even after more than 30 years sailing on other people's boats, and often being the "go to guy" in times of difficulty, on my own boat, I was apprehensive/worried at almost every departure and arrival, even in familiar waters. "Here goes nothing" was a phrase I often used, either in my head, or out loud.

I think it's a healthy attribute. Far better than being cocky and unconcerned.
 
Do a radio check. Make sure your phone is fully charged.

My first trip in my first sport cruiser was also to Gosport, nerve-wracking before you leave, exhilarating after you've arrived. Have a great trip.
 
I know what you mean.
Spent this week on the Yachtmaster Offshore practical and assessment so had a big refresh on things in terms of theory and putting it into practice. Not sure what you have in terms of electronics but assuming you have GPS as a minimum then knowing where you are shouldn't be dificult. Bearings are a useful tool but often difficult to be accurate in any kind of sea.

Pilotage plans for departue and arrival are as important as the sea bit.

Agree completely with Richard10002....better to have a healthy respect than to be complacent.
 
I don't believe you are 'overthinking' it, and it is a healthy attitude to have some doubts:)
You seem to have considered most things covered most things....perhaps think about wind against tide seriously...as this can make a big difference to your 'enjoyment' on the trip!
Our first coastal trip was from the serene non-tidal Thames, down to Eastbourne.....Boat and engines serviced, engine spares aboard, tidal gates checked, charts and nav gear updated, radio and calling stations checked........what could go wrong?
Well several things as it happened!
I learnt that weather 'forecasts' are only predictions, and you may have to explain to your other half why the planned F3 SW has suddenly become a rather nasty SE F4/5.....and honestly I am still explaining.
You will always be 'learning'......just plan to allow an extra little bit of caution in your first passage plan, and continue to learn..........just like driving a motorcycle really:cool:
 
lionelz said:
Well the time has come to move the boat this Sunday, all my planning will come to it pinnacle on Sunday at about 1300 when I move my newly purchased boat from Poole to Gosport. Did anyone else have butterfly's on their first solo move (by solo I mean I will be "captain" as I will have others on board). I have had the boat fully serviced (which hit my Bank again as the tank had diesel bug in it :nonchalance: Plus a few other minor issues which soon added up. I have planned the route, using the old fashioned paper charts (I enjoyed that) I have downloaded navionics and it all appears OK, I have checked all the tide heights, times of tides, tidal streams, bridge times, I checked the almanac at least 5 times, but still I have that worry, have I covered it all, Is the weather going to be fine (it looks like it should be OK F4 forcasted getting better as the day goes on). So why do I keep thinking what have I forgotten? Fuel, get that on way out of poole, life jackets done, Radio, done, Am I just over thinking it?
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I note that you plan to fuel up on your way out of Poole. I hope that your schedule will not be delayed by a queue at the fuel berth.

When setting off on a trip either by boat or by car I always fuel up at least the day before. It just avoids one task on the day of departure.

Will you be fueling up Cobbs ?

Have a good trip.
 
lionelz said:
Has all the filters changed on the service and the engineer has advised me to change filter at end of season and just monitor it.
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I tend to agree with the general tone that it'll all be easier than you're thinking. However, this sentence worries me a little. I would not want to take a boat to sea without at least one spare fuel filter (of each type used) and I routinely carry several. That goes double for a delivery trip in a new boat, triple because you've had a known bug problem (albeit believed fixed) and quadruple because you don't have the option of sails like I do.

You do have spares on board, right?

Pete
 
Lionelz, I would say the most important part of your trip is making sure the tide is right as you pass through Hurst. Try to go through around slack or its hell and hug the coast as tightly as you can. Don't head thought the middle as it gets very rough. If you can't lob a stone in the beach you're almost too far out!! I had a horrible trip through there wind over tide due to poor planning. You only do it once like that.

Coming out of a cobbs you should be fine with any tide height but make sure you fit under both bridges, particularly the old town one which is lower than the twin sails. You've got. A radar arch haven't you so important to check. Otherwise, make sure you have the lifting times sorted. Lots of lobster pots all the way from Christchurch to Hengistbury Head (at least in the summer). Keep your eyes open to avoid a fouled prop. It's a nice jaunt though, I'm sure you'll enjoy it!!
 
prv said:
I tend to agree with the general tone that it'll all be easier than you're thinking. However, this sentence worries me a little. I would not want to take a boat to sea without at least one spare fuel filter (of each type used) and I routinely carry several. That goes double for a delivery trip in a new boat, triple because you've had a known bug problem (albeit believed fixed) and quadruple because you don't have the option of sails like I do.

You do have spares on board, right?

Pete
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I don't althought i know i have to get one and some spare oil. Will have to hope they have it in stock in the chandlery there. If not could be a risk worth taking. I do have sea start but that is a last resort. One of the thinks to do on my list
 
I have done that trip many a time on my S24 including a couple of times single handed. Its a great ride if the weather is right. HT at warsash is 12.02 so if you leave 9ish you should get a hefty push a long through the eastern solent... remember its supposed to be a pleasure so ENJOY THE RIDE ....ps. pics, some video and a fully detailed write up here are COMPULSORY !!!!!!
 
I made a similar trip mid Jan from Christchurch to Port Solent to bring back my new (to me) boat, a Jeanneau Leader 705.

It didn't help that we had to leave at 7am (and -2deg) to follow a local fisherman out on high tide as all the channel markers had been removed and there were nets outside the harbour.

I'd been worrying about it for a few weeks, but all went smoothly. I did have the boat fuelled the day before though and I'd certainly recommend the same as that's one less thing to worry about - once on the move you just want to get on with it.

Good luck !
 
My first journey on our first ever "big" boat was the very same route.

A Targa 35, I too was nervous as hell. Planned the route to an inch of it's life and everything went like clockwork.......








.... right up to the point where we rounded the corner into Portsmouth harbour only to be greeted by HMS Arc Royal coming out flanked by tugs and police launches. Crew were standing by ready to machine gun us out of the water, a large crowd had gathered on the historic Portsmouth sea front and there news cameras filming the departure.

I closed my eyes, hugged the Fort Blockhouse side of the small ship channel and somehow squeezed in.

I am sad to report there is no chance of you being met by a departing aircraft carrier tomorrow.

Enjoy the trip, entering the Solent past Hurst Castle is always a great feeling.

Henry :)
 
henryf said:
My first journey on our first ever "big" boat was the very same route.

A Targa 35, I too was nervous as hell. Planned the route to an inch of it's life and everything went like clockwork.......








.... right up to the point where we rounded the corner into Portsmouth harbour only to be greeted by HMS Arc Royal coming out flanked by tugs and police launches. Crew were standing by ready to machine gun us out of the water, a large crowd had gathered on the historic Portsmouth sea front and there news cameras filming the departure.


I am sad to report there is no chance of you being met by a departing aircraft carrier tomorrow.

Enjoy the trip, entering the Solent past Hurst Castle is always a great feeling.

Henry :)
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Maybe they were there cheering you in not the ARK Royal :cool:

An Im afraid you are right about the Aircraft carriers, and even when we do get them they will not have many aircraft on them.

I'm afraid fuel will have to wait till tomorrow now as I cannot get down there today. the tide is on the ebb so there is no rush if I end up leaving a bit late, it wil be fine.
 
One thing in your favour is that the 10 knot speed limit does not apply in Poole Harbour until 1 April. So, other marine traffic permitting, you will be able to whizz along the main channel to the harbour entrance. The 10 knot limit still applies as you approach the Chain Ferry crossing .
 
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