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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 12 February 2015, 15:50

Replies: 234 Folding RIB first impressions part one Views: 86,462 Posted By gtb A (very) short review ... A (very) short review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXtBNiaQIGM

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 10 February 2015, 11:41

Replies: 10 Life jackets Views: 2,034 Posted By gtb I agree with self-checking and testing, but would... I agree with self-checking and testing, but would say it's better to inflate using a hand pump to avoid build up of moisture inside the bladder that would occur using your breath. :thumbs:

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 12 January 2015, 10:00

Replies: 25 VHF License for handheld. Views: 7,705 Posted By gtb See if this OFCOM FAQ entry helps... Ofcom |... See if this OFCOM FAQ entry helps... Ofcom | What type of Maritime Licence do I need? (https://licensing.ofcom.org.uk/radiocommunication-licences/maritime-radio/faq/759593)

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 January 2015, 16:39

Replies: 37 Dive flag campaign Views: 4,858 Posted By gtb Maybe just me, but I am left wondering why the... Maybe just me, but I am left wondering why the flag has three red lines rather than a closed triangle. The warning triangles I'm familiar with are all closed shapes. <shrug/>

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 January 2015, 14:29

Replies: 114 Car carrier stuck on the bank in Southampton tonight Views: 26,964 Posted By gtb Don't worry, they have the best salvage guys on... Don't worry, they have the best salvage guys on the job... :hide: "They are all saying 'grab it' - they have got tugs down there and are putting lines on it," ...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 01 January 2015, 20:43

Replies: 38 Floatation suits Views: 9,968 Posted By gtb While there is a discussion about floation vs.... While there is a discussion about floation vs. dry suit ... to answer your question; I bought an Abu Garcia suit...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 December 2014, 08:53

Replies: 13 RIB Smuggler Jailed Views: 4,629 Posted By gtb "The RIB that the gang used after rendezvousing... "The RIB that the gang used after rendezvousing with another boat 30 miles off the coast stalled because someone mistakenly fed its two powerful 200hp engines with diesel instead of petrol." The...

Forum: Other stuff 23 December 2014, 18:51

Replies: 23 Sexist statement - women and thermostats Views: 4,337 Posted By gtb LOL, that sounds all to familiar, including... LOL, that sounds all to familiar, including regularly turning the oven on at 250 deg C ... "so that it heats up to 175 deg C quicker" !?!

Forum: Other stuff 04 December 2014, 10:33

Replies: 43 New Bond Movie Views: 7,126 Posted By gtb I look forward to seeing Q's "In Spectre... I look forward to seeing Q's "In Spectre Gadgets" :popcorn:

Forum: Other stuff 04 December 2014, 08:38

Replies: 43 New Bond Movie Views: 7,126 Posted By gtb Neat, though it reminds me of this :) ... Neat, though it reminds me of this :) https://healeyspecialists.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/DSC1821.jpg

Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 01 December 2014, 10:59

Replies: 15 Solent - Saturday 29th November? Views: 2,207 Posted By gtb Saturday was one of the best days we've had on... Saturday was one of the best days we've had on the water in ages. The weather was sunny, dry, and warm! The sea state in the Solent was a good rolling swell rather than short chop, and it was very,...

Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 28 November 2014, 13:10

Replies: 15 Solent - Saturday 29th November? Views: 2,207 Posted By gtb I'll be out and about on Saturday, but already... I'll be out and about on Saturday, but already got a date for lunch ;-) Will wave if we see you!

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 November 2014, 09:11

Replies: 456 Tragedy at Padstow - 5 May 2013 Views: 97,095 Posted By gtb Understood Chris, and that is what you need for a... Understood Chris, and that is what you need for a training boat. Instead I was thinking of Simon B's situation where they want to change helm safely, while also allowing them to keep the engine...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 19 November 2014, 09:01

Replies: 456 Tragedy at Padstow - 5 May 2013 Views: 97,095 Posted By gtb Don't you want it wired so either switch (rather... Don't you want it wired so either switch (rather than both) keeps the engine running? i.e. Helm 1 is on one switch with engine running, then Helm 2 comes along plugs into second switch, and the first...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 November 2014, 13:04

Replies: 65 Top 5? Views: 8,704 Posted By gtb Not counting the lifejacket & dry suit etc. and... Not counting the lifejacket & dry suit etc. and assuming "a competent crew member" is disqualified Hat / helmet PLB Chart & pencil Torch Toolkit

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 November 2014, 15:36

Replies: 63 Flares are NOT Fireworks Views: 8,041 Posted By gtb "As Randy says" Is it legal? hell no! ... "As Randy says" Is it legal? hell no! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7u4l0DRnPFQ

Forum: Other stuff 08 October 2014, 19:40

Replies: 5 Long shot: package from San Fran Views: 912 Posted By gtb Yep, the transit time is not a great concern. ... Yep, the transit time is not a great concern. I'm in no rush.

Forum: Other stuff 08 October 2014, 18:48

Replies: 5 Long shot: package from San Fran Views: 912 Posted By gtb I missed my own package by a few days :( but... I missed my own package by a few days :( but don't expect to be back in San Fran for ~6 months. It is "iPhone sized" ;)

Forum: Other stuff 07 October 2014, 21:15

Replies: 5 Long shot: package from San Fran Views: 912 Posted By gtb Long shot: package from San Fran I realize it is a long shot, but if anyone is going between downtown San Francisco and the UK soon please drop me a PM. There is a small package that I need to relocate, and the UPS/Fedex courier...

Forum: Trailers & towing 22 August 2014, 15:10

Replies: 9 Trailer service - Lymington Views: 1,690 Posted By gtb How long are you going for? :eek: How long are you going for? :eek:

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 August 2014, 13:54

Replies: 34 RIB Food??? Views: 4,655 Posted By gtb When you have a moment I'm curious to know what... When you have a moment I'm curious to know what you took, and what you used/learnt/wished you had got on your RIB-based dining.

Forum: Other stuff 16 August 2014, 14:56

Replies: 9 Chrome books Views: 1,242 Posted By gtb Using one right now. An Acer C720, and it is... Using one right now. An Acer C720, and it is great for what I need. Fast boot up, browser with apps, no software bloat - great screen, keyboard, and battery life. I bought it in the states for...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 15 August 2014, 21:42

Replies: 43 Flare training??? Views: 4,901 Posted By gtb Not sure if you're suggesting DSC and EPIRB/PLB,... Not sure if you're suggesting DSC and EPIRB/PLB, but worth noting that a rocket flare is likely visible up to 25nm by night, whereas a handled 5w VHF would likely only be good to around 5nm. For...

Forum: RIBs & ribbing 14 August 2014, 20:50

Replies: 43 Flare training??? Views: 4,901 Posted By gtb We got to light up hand-held flares as part of... We got to light up hand-held flares as part of the sea survival course with Stormforce. They had a bunch of out of date flares to try (a number failed to ignite successfully), and we did it at the...

Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs 14 August 2014, 15:08

Replies: 10 Never leave an octopus inside a sib Views: 3,876 Posted By gtb Gotta love the forum -- everyday advice you can... Gotta love the forum -- everyday advice you can really use... :) and never, never, leave him alone in the wheel house without removing the keys ...

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