Ray T
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My non narrow boat experience has been sailing dinghy's and various off shore yachts ranging from a 24 to 38 footers over a period of 40+ years.
A narrow boat is no where nearly as responsive as a offshore yacht and is much more at the mercy of the wind, not having a keel of any sort. It will go sideways in any decent wind with aplomb.
Also to really state the obvious, not in gear, no steer. If a yacht engine conks you still have a sail to help.
Unlike a off shore yacht if you get peed off at any time you can pull in and put kettle on.
Once you get to know your boat it is just possible to turn it on its own axis.
Also the great advantage of a narrow boat, you put your glass of beer, wine etc down, it stays where it is put.
Forgot to mention NB's are a "pig" to reverse. If you get the opportunity find a winding hole and practise turning the boat.
The first time I took the current Mrs T on a NB (when we were courting) we "did" The Rochdale from Sowerby Bridge to The Summit and back.
She only threatened me with the windlass once and still married me.
Best wishes and have a happy cruise.
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Hang an oil light perhaps?
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My boat is a boy, so 'he.'
This confused people often.
MB and I have a theory that metal boats are male, wooden boats are female and tenders can be either (cos else how would boats reproduce!?)
I'm confused, if "Wendy May" is a he, doesn't he / she / it have an identity crises?
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Don't know but this lot may be able to help:
http://www.pirtek.co.uk/service-centre-locator/west-midlands/coventry.aspx
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Jim Shead has Mumble and Jumble being built by Kingfisher Marine but no mention of the others.
Mumble was photographed last year near Kate Boats base, Nelson Lane, Warwick.
Just done a bit more delving, Bumble is also of Kingfisher Marine's stable.
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Have you matched the pressure of the new accumulator with that of the pump?
Can't remember how to do it as the instructions are on the boat.
I'm sure some knowledgeable person will be along soon.
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I've found another short narrow boat.
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Now where's me tin hat.
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At first I thought Left on Croxton Flash was directions to Northwich from Middlewich. Then I spent ages trying to figure out the connection between Rugby and Croxton Flash. Eventually I saw the name of your boat.
Our boat is named after the flash.
A few years ago we spent an idylic summers evening in a BP hire boat, we were out on the stern with a bottle of wine, a good book each and a pair of Great Crested Grebes were swimming and diving in Croxton Flash.
Hence the name, picture on the stern and my avatar.
Good job we didn't moor off Billinge Green Flash.
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My non narrow boat experience has been sailing dinghys and various off shore yachts ranging from a 24 to 38 footers over a period of 40+ years.
A narrow boat is no where nearly as responsive as a offshore yacht and is much more at the mercy of the wind, not having a keel of any sort. It will go sideways in any decent wind with aplomb.
Also to really state the obvious, not in gear, no steer. If a yacht engine conks you still have a sail to help.
Unlike a off shore yacht if you get peed off at any time you can pull in and put kettle on.
Once you get to know your boat it is just possible to turn it on its own axis.
Also the great advantage of a narrow boat, you put your glass of beer, wine etc down, it stays where it is put.
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Hello and welcome.
Which ever of the 3 routes you choose they will all involve a lot of locks.
Stratord - The hatton flight + others
Banbury - Bascote locks, Stockton locks, Calcutt locks, all double then Napton locks and Cropredy, all single locks. Pretty route.
Stoke Bruerne - all above double locks + doubles at Braunston and Buckby. Has the waterways museum, worth a gander round.
For newbies these are fairly ambitious IMHO but doable.
This may help you to plan, bearing in mind the days are now getting shorter and hire craft are not allowed to travel at night.
Best wishes on your trip.
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Had they tied her up ugly then?
Richard
Don't think so as the husband does a lot of 4 X 4ing including mud plugging and knows his knots.
What does the PostIt say?
The post it is a major identifier and the rightful owner should know what it says.
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Were you tied up badly Ray?
Richard
No, friends had the boat. I was at home.
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I'm surprised no one has asked "How long is it yet"?
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I would question those links as made available currently being WW1 & WW11 as depicted in Ray's post. I have a canvas bag reputedly a Gas mask bag, purchased in the early sixties with brass links just the same, and the quality of the bag is but a mere shadow of the earlier heavy duty canvas bag that I know WAS a second WW bag. Though I don't remember the links in detail, those that Speedwheel shows look like the pukka items.
Nonetheless, cleaned up and polished they look pretty fine.
From the ad.
"Now used on boats as decoration, often to attach handpainted flowers pots, buckets and accessories.
Note: These are a genuine brass handmade replica".
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Last night whilst our boat was moored on the Tesco side of the Oxford at Brownsover, Rugby, somebody left this knot display board on the bow:
There is a post-it note on the back with writing on it. I have no idea why it was left on the boat.
If it belongs to any one who can describe the boards idiosyncrasies I will make sure it is returned to its rightful owner.
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Isn't it funny that, when something different and out of the ordinary crosses someone's path some people find it a threat and therefore, in defense criticize it without the knowledge of any facts. Idiots and fools clearly feel insulted by those who shine and those who display genius, courage and ambition.
You have to take into account and understand that this particular boat has been meticulously designed by the owners, even down to the very last bolt. It is their home and they have made it exactly as they want it, at their expense and for their own personal requirements.
Fab boat! Hurray for individuality!
Why does "Whitefield" come to mind?
PS Belladonna - Deadly nightshade!
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I have seen a rope quoit around the base of the chimney to soak up the tar.
No idea how to get existing stains off though, sorry.
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New to the idea of a forum and don't know how to reply with quote
I just wanted to ask Leo No 2 if he had one of they captain hats and drills his crew standing in line with arms by their side.
I personally would never mock any one where safety is involved.
No, I am not advocating never get out of bed in the morning, but I have sailed with Offshore skippers who at best, had a caviler attitude to safety at sea. They taught me a lot on how to and how not to skipper a offshore yacht.
Goliath, if you ever have responsibility for peoples lives at sea or on The Thames perhaps your approach may be different. As skipper that is one of your responsibilities.
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I think those chains and hardware deserve better chimneys
Yes, do you have the name of a supplier please?
(Not too keen on stainless steel ones).
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Try Dominic, he may value the boat for a suitable fee as he travels quite a bit.
Rugby Boat Sales
Northants Office: 01327 342211
Cheshire Office: 01270 812305
Mobile: 07501 465328
email: sales@rugbyboats.co.uk
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Not as small as some, but a little boat I drool over.
butty rudder advise needed
in Boat Building & Maintenance
Posted · Edited by Ray T
Any help?
Apologies to Koukouvagia, photo owner.