mike farrants Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 (edited) First time boat owner - (so go easy), but long time shore fisherman Picked up Pugwash in December - and I'm slowly gathering all the gear and knowledge. still to get: anchor rope, alderney ring and buoy, flare pack, need my life jackets serviced, and need to do my RYA PB2 and VHF courses. based in Weymouth - cant wait to get out there! Edited January 19, 2021 by mike farrants OrkneyCorkney, Andy135 and Dicky 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Lots to like there. Good purchase 👍 What engine does she have? @suzook12 is a fan of Colvic's if I remember correctly. What are your plans for her fishing wise? You've got the Shambles on your doorstep and you're not far from some decent wrecks either. mike farrants 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Hi Mike, she looks like a nice older girl. And in seemingly good condition. Bet you will have many memorable days on her. love the name btw! mike farrants 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Hi Mike, nice pictures. She looks like a very practical, robust and roomy craft. Thanks for posting the photos. Geoff.☺️ mike farrants 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzook12 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Hi Mike, lovely boat that can take a bit of sea when these others may be running for home. Considered on myself. Doesn't sound like you're very far off of getting out there. Could be worth getting an experienced skipper to go out with you first few times, then buddying up with another boat for a few.... Steve mike farrants and Saintly Fish 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 thanks everyone - she has a BUKH DV20 - so will happily potter along. I've heard nothing but good things about these and the previous owner is just down the pontoon from me with his new boat - he's already been extremely helpful and offered to help out/advise on pugwash and take me out on his new boat! he left all his marks in the fish finder/plotter so will start with those! to start with im thinking mackerel bashing, plaice, whiting, bream, rays, etc in the bay, try the ledges at ringstead, and lulworth, portland harbour/breakwater working up to the adamant shoal, and see how i go - the shambles wont be tackled until i'm more competent - with strong tides and a displacement speeds i want to be confident before hitting that! its not just a fishing boat either - I plan to do a few day trips with friends and family to lulworth cove, round the cruise ships, etc swimming and snorkeling, that kind of thing! Andy135 and Geoff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 14 minutes ago, mike farrants said: thanks everyone - she has a BUKH DV20 - so will happily potter along. I've heard nothing but good things about these and the previous owner is just down the pontoon from me with his new boat - he's already been extremely helpful and offered to help out/advise on pugwash and take me out on his new boat! he left all his marks in the fish finder/plotter so will start with those! to start with im thinking mackerel bashing, plaice, whiting, bream, rays, etc in the bay, try the ledges at ringstead, and lulworth, portland harbour/breakwater working up to the adamant shoal, and see how i go - the shambles wont be tackled until i'm more competent - with strong tides and a displacement speeds i want to be confident before hitting that! its not just a fishing boat either - I plan to do a few day trips with friends and family to lulworth cove, round the cruise ships, etc swimming and snorkeling, that kind of thing! @Maverick and @MegaByte should be able to help you out with tips. They’re both from Poole, so not a million miles from you. mike farrants 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzook12 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 Can see a swim platform on the horizon 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 42 minutes ago, suzook12 said: Can see a swim platform on the horizon 😉 not if it gets in the way of fishing...... fishing first lol! Saintly Fish 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 1 hour ago, mike farrants said: thanks everyone - she has a BUKH DV20 - so will happily potter along. I've heard nothing but good things about these and the previous owner is just down the pontoon from me with his new boat - he's already been extremely helpful and offered to help out/advise on pugwash and take me out on his new boat! he left all his marks in the fish finder/plotter so will start with those! to start with im thinking mackerel bashing, plaice, whiting, bream, rays, etc in the bay, try the ledges at ringstead, and lulworth, portland harbour/breakwater working up to the adamant shoal, and see how i go - the shambles wont be tackled until i'm more competent - with strong tides and a displacement speeds i want to be confident before hitting that! its not just a fishing boat either - I plan to do a few day trips with friends and family to lulworth cove, round the cruise ships, etc swimming and snorkeling, that kind of thing! You've certainly got plenty of options for marks and some lovely coastline in that part of the world. Must admit I'm slightly envious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 28 minutes ago, Andy135 said: You've certainly got plenty of options for marks and some lovely coastline in that part of the world. Must admit I'm slightly envious! Me too. Geoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 here's the engine..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted January 19, 2021 Author Share Posted January 19, 2021 32 minutes ago, Andy135 said: You've certainly got plenty of options for marks and some lovely coastline in that part of the world. Must admit I'm slightly envious! best bit is - I live 2 mins from the boat - so will be out in the evenings and weekends! - cant wait to get up to speed as soon as I can do my PB2 course..... Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 13 minutes ago, mike farrants said: best bit is - I live 2 mins from the boat - so will be out in the evenings and weekends! - cant wait to get up to speed as soon as I can do my PB2 course..... Lucky bugger! Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 @mike farrantsif you speak to @Maverick or @MegaBytethey can get you signed up as a member of Poole bay small boat angling club. They have a water skills training school associated to them that give member discounts. Might save you a quid or two!! mike farrants 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 I like this boat. I had a Colvic seaworker 21 a few years ago, very safe boat. She rolled with the swell a lovely, very little slap from the deep displacement hull and sat good at anchor. I used to tap the fuel gauge to see if it had got stuck it used so little fuel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegaByte Posted January 19, 2021 Share Posted January 19, 2021 2 hours ago, Saintly Fish said: @mike farrantsif you speak to @Maverick or @MegaBytethey can get you signed up as a member of Poole bay small boat angling club. They have a water skills training school associated to them that give member discounts. Might save you a quid or two!! Hi Mike If you're interested drop me an email and I'll send you some info on Poole Bay Small Boat Angling Club. Regards Brian brunyard@hotmail.com suzook12, Saintly Fish and Andy135 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plaicehunter Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 What a handsome boat, and she should be very economical to run! It's good that you have a relationship with the previous owner and are taking the time to do things properly. Having fished the Shambles in a charter boat and a private boat and experienced the formidable tides and rips, I think you are very wise to steer clear until you have more experience. Local anglers who have fished the area for years seem to use the 'buddy boat' system so they can help each other out in case of a problem or to find the fish. I also live very close to my boat, and it's a great advantage knowing what the local weather actually is rather than what the forecasters say it should be. Weymouth has a lot of fishing options in all but the worst weather. Unlike you, I am on a drying trot mooring, so am a bit more restricted by tides - although it's only £200 a year! I'm sure a lot of people will envy your boat and situation and you will have no problem finding a crew if you want one. Happy boating and fishing! PH mike farrants, Andy135, Geoff and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 @mike farrants, what are your plans for anchoring her? Does she have an electric windlass, or will you be using the Alderney method? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted January 21, 2021 Author Share Posted January 21, 2021 alderney method - no windlass! Andy135 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 57 minutes ago, mike farrants said: alderney method - no windlass! In which case, just shout if you want help getting your head around it. It's easy... once you've done it a few times 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted January 22, 2021 Author Share Posted January 22, 2021 thanks - that great! - seen it done a few times on charter boats, and I get the principle, I'll practice a few times in shallower water, and the previous owner did say he'd come out and show me how as well! Andy135 and Geoff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted February 10, 2021 Author Share Posted February 10, 2021 I have now ordered rope for my anchor, Alderney ring and buoy, coastal flare pack - and had my lifejackets tested/inspected.got all the rods/reels/tackle.just a few bits left to get like spare fuel can, first aid kit, tools, tuff tubs, buckets and of course the tea and bacon sarnie making gear! Geoff, Andy135 and Saintly Fish 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 10, 2021 Share Posted February 10, 2021 Good stuff Mike. Sounds like you're nearly ready to take her out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike farrants Posted February 10, 2021 Author Share Posted February 10, 2021 I just cant get my PB2 done due to lockdown = but if I can buddy up with someone experienced I'd go out - practice anchoring, chuck a line in for a few hours and see how i get on! i cant wait! suzook12 and Geoff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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