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‘Lack of Data’ RYA urges boaters to report poorly UK’s first Seabin installed at Portsmouth marked fishing gear The UK’s first Seabin has been installed at the team Land Rover BAR sailing headquarters, The Royal Yachting Association in Portsmouth. Invented in Australia, the (RYA) has reminded UK boaters Seabin is an automated rubbish collection to report any poorly marked device and will collect floating debris and fishing gear using an online micro plastics down to 2mm in diameter and form. The association claim that has the capability to collect 83,000 plastic since the launch of the ‘simple to shopping bags or 20,000 plastic bottles complete’ form in May 2017, ‘just per year. The Seabin sits alongside 1,000 85 reports have been submitted despite oysters, housed in protected cages on the pontoon at Camber Docks, which were considerable anecdotal evidence that introduced as part of a scientific project, launched in 2015. The Seabin will also incidents occur much more frequently. be demonstated to young students during site visits focusing on ocean health. The reporting of 58 entanglements and 27 observations has proved useful in identifying hotspots around the country and the RYA has today published a ‘heat map’ of poorly marked fishing gear based on the incident reports.’ A petition recently launched by the Cruising Association (CA) urges the Minister of State (DEFRA) to improve the way static fishing gear is marked for the safety of all British RIB and motorboat building on the up small craft at sea. The RYA stated ‘With over 3,200 signatures to date, it is evident An industry report released by membership that boaters feel strongly about this issue, however, these concerns are not organisation, British Marine, has revealed presently supported by the existing incident data reported to the RYA. The RYA that the revenue of the UK boat building takes the view that unless the petition is underpinned by data, it may simply be industry has increased by +1.6%, generating seen by Government as an emotive demand for action based on nothing more £859 million in turnover in 2016 and unit than opinion rather than factual evidence. For that reason, the RYA continues production climbed by +1.5% to 9,907 to urge all boaters to report sightings and entanglements wherever in the UK units. ‘This growth is led by small and they occur.’ Stuart Carruthers, RYA Cruising Manager, explained “For many medium sized boatbuilders, with the lion’s years the RYA has been concerned by reports of boaters who have experienced share of production absorbed by the mid-sized powerboat market, sailing dinghies fouled propellers and entanglement with sea-fishing gear such as nets, pots and and rigid inflatables boats (RIBs)’. According to British Marine, the production associated markers, flags and lines. While fishing equipment cannot be charted, of UK RIBs saw the biggest rise in 2016, with 820 units manufactured, a rise of we believe that it should be properly marked so that it is visible by both day +12.3%, whilst the manufacturing on motor yachts measuring 12 to 24m also and night. This will avoid damage to small craft and the loss of fishing gear for saw growth to 380 units, a rise of +2.7%. The smaller and larger end of the sector the fishermen.” DEFRA and MMO made it clear in discussions with RYA that saw a small decline, with production of motorboats (under 12m) slightly falling the bodies would need solid evidence demonstrating that the safety risk and/ by -3.8% and the build of motor yachts (24m+) decreasing by -7 units. Leading or cost of poorly marked fishing gear is unacceptable before considering taking the way is 12m to 24m motor yacht sector, generating a revenue of approximately any action. The online reporting form is available on the RYA website. The £250million. The 24m+ motor yachts generate roughly £150 million, RIBs account CA petition currently stands at 4,737, and needs 10,000 signatures before the for around £40million and motorboats under 12m sees over £7million in revenue. government will respond to it. 6 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 7 If you any have news from your region, please email us at NEWS [email protected] PBorn UK Coastguard warn Volvo Penta re-enter the outboard motor sector ‘stay safe’ after Man o’ After a long absence, Volvo Penta, has re-entered the outboard War jellyfish reports sector. The Swedish marine engine manufacturer has signed an on south coast beaches agreement to become the major After receiving multiple reports of jellyfish owner of the US outboard motor that resemble Portuguese Man o’ War, washing manufacturer, Seven Marine. up on the Dorset and Devon coast, the UK Claimed to produce the most Coastguard is warning boaters and beachgoers to stay safe and keep away from the powerful petrol-powered outboards creatures. Sightings so far in October have been reported at Dawlish, Lyme Regis, in the world, Seven Marine cater for Charmouth, Bournemouth, Swanage, Seaton, Hove and Portsmouth. Duty Controller the high-end leisure market, offering V8 power options up to 557 and 627hp. for the UK Coastguard, Aimee Rampton, said “We are aware of these sightings after The deal will enable Volvo Penta to broaden its technology and range, offering receiving multiple reports from members. Until an accurate identification is made, engine and power solutions regardless of the energy source. members of the public are advised to keep away from these jellyfish and report any sighting to the their local council. The Coastguard has also advised the local councils of these recent sightings. Stings from Portuguese Man o’ War can be very painful and potentially harmful to humans and dogs alike.”
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Fairline Targa 43 NEW BOAT The British boat builder, Fairline Yachts has unveiled its ‘all-new’ Targa 43 Open. The new 43 will be powered by twin Volvo Penta IPS and Caledonian Canal Ness Weir works conventional sterndrives, Works have been underway this year to safeguard the Caledonian Canal’s with a choice of D6-375 200-year-old Ness Weir, pictured. Built by Thomas Telford in the early 19th on sterndrives and two century, the 200-metre weir raises the water level of Loch Dochfour by almost IPS options, the IPS500 and IPS600, offering top speeds of 28-34 knots. There two metres and Loch Ness by 1.2 metres, and retains around 100,000,000m3 are two cabin layouts available, with a choice of a forward or mid cabin master of water, allowing boats to transit through Dochgarroch Lock, through Loch suite. Features include a hardtop with electric sliding canvas roof, a tender garage Dochfour, and into Loch Ness. The £2-million Scottish Government-funded capable of accommodating a Williams 285 TurboJet and a high-low platform project will see the weir reinforced with 500 metres of steel piling to strengthen with a 300kg lifting capacity. Prices the structure, extending the structure’s lifespan of the weir by a century. Major are expected to start from £357,000 refurbishment by Caledonian Canal custodian, Scottish Canals, started in July (excluding taxes). Almost 300 of the and is scheduled to be completed by the end of October. See project video here. original, and popular Targa 43 were built by Fairline between 1997-2005, a twin-shaftdrive sportscruiser that remains popular on the used market. Moorings partner RYA Corfu Sea School The new 43 is the latest edition to With many companies requiring qualifications for Fairline’s Targa sportscruiser range, foreign boat charters, the charter company, The and is set to launch in Spring 2018. Moorings, has partnered with Corfu Sea School to offer training holidays aboard its Moorings 394 power catamaran. The new Moorings RYA RYA Members receive free Motor Cruising Course is a 7-day charter in Corfu, Greece, with an instructor onboard. Participants can chose from beginner and ticket for London Boat Show intermediate courses and can earn an RYA Day Skipper certificate. Prices start at £1,895 per person based on two people sharing a cabin for week 12th-19th May The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is once again 2018. In other news, The Moorings released a statement regarding Hurricane offering a free ticket to the London Boat Show to all Irma ‘The Moorings has been operating in the Caribbean for almost 50 years and of its members. Members can claim one free ticket the islands that so many of us have come to know and love were recently dealt a for any day of the show including Public and Preview Day. They will also be able to terrible blow by Hurricane Irma. Whilst our bases in the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, purchase up to three additional tickets at the discounted price of £12 each (offer expires St Lucia, Grenada and Belize are operational, the marinas and fleet in the British 9th January). The 5-day London Boat Show takes place between the 10th-14th January Virgin Islands (BVI) and St Martin have been significantly affected’. at ExCel London. For tickets and information, members need to visit the RYA website.
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Port Solent Marina renovation F1 World Powerboat Racing The marina operator, Premier Marinas is planning to spend £480,000 at its Port returns to London in 2018 Solent site in Portsmouth. Works will Formula 1 powerboat racing will be returning to see the reconfiguring of a third of the London in 2018 after 33 years. The UIM F1H2O marina, namely the west pontoons A-D, World Powerboat Championship is due to take in order to accommodate boats up to place in the Royal Victoria Docks between the 33m. The 373-berth marina will have 19 15th-17th June and the event will see twenty of the world’s best drivers from additional larger boat berths with wider 12 countries competing at speeds of over 140mph in single-seater catamarans fairways and upgraded walkways and pontoons. Marina General Manager, Graham in one of the most spectacular sports on water. The UIM F1H2O World Bristowe, said “Port Solent was built in the 1980’s and since that time it has Championship first raced in Great Britain in Holme Pierrepont in 1981 and last become increasingly popular with larger production boats, meaning the current raced in London in 1985, with the UK’s Briton Robert Spalding taking a Grand pontoons have become dated. This upcoming project endeavours to modernise the Prix win on his way to a world title that year. infrastructure of Port Solent, allowing it to berth larger boats which is expected to be particularly popular with motorboat owners.” The project is planned to start in the New Year and be completed in time for the 2018 season. Port Solent lock is also scheduled to shut for maintenance between 29th January and 16th February. UK Premier Marinas owns nine South Coast marinas, located in Eastbourne, Brighton, 327 Euston Road NW13AD Chichester, Southsea in Langstone Harbour, Port Solent, Gosport with its specialist 02073872189 07525051649 boatyard Endeavour Quay, Swanwick on the Hamble, Noss on Dart and Falmouth. www. uk.com
PERFORMANCE MEETS PRACTICALITY WITH INOKIM ELECTRIC SCOOTERS - THE SMART New UK finance initiative from Suzuki SOLUTION FOR SHORT Crewsaver launches DISTANCE TRAVEL Japanese outboard manufacturer, Suzuki, has announced a new UK retail finance initiative to help make it more affordable to #LifejacketSafe buy engines and get out on the water. Claiming it is the first of challenge its kind in the outboard industry, Suzuki GB’s Marine Division As part of its #LifejacketSafe has launched Suzuki Marine Finance, which sees it partner with awareness campaign, Crewsaver finance provider, Omni Capital Retail Finance (Omni Capital). To has launched the #LifejacketSafe launch the initiative, a subsidised rate of 6.9% APR is available challenge, a quiz with questions (from £109.97 per month or £3.55 per day) with loans available highlighting lifejacket do’s and at 6.9% APR over 48 months. Example, purchase of a DF50ATL, don’ts and advice that could ‘save priced at £6,600.00, with a 30% deposit of £1,980.00, 6.9% APR your life’. Participants are entered and 48 month term, total amount of credit £4,620.00, total amount into a competition to win a payable £7,258.59. Suzuki Marine manufacture outboards from the lifejacket package worth £440. DF50A (50hp) up to the DF300 (300hp).
12 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 13 INBOX @ email: [email protected] Dogs at the Southampton Boat Show BACK I am somewhat perplexed as to whether or not dogs are allowed to enter the show grounds. We travelled INTIME a considerable distance to the show and had to bring with us our very well-behaved dog. However, Whilst delving into the Chris Craft at the ticket office we were denied entry with him, archive this month, we uncovered leaving us no alternative but to return him to the this fantastic 80’s brochure, car in the car park, which was luckily undercover, featuring the 230 Limited, so not in any heat from the sun. However, whilst and the 220 and 190 deck boats. meandering around the show, we noticed a number There is something special about of dogs that were neither guide nor security dogs, a bit of coloured retro gelcoat. walking on leads beside their owners. So how can it 1987 be that some dogs are allowed into the show ground but ours was not? We found this very disappointing and, ultimately, of course, this meant we spent less time perusing stands at the show. Barbara Chambers Editor replies: Thank you for writing in. You are, in fact, not the first to mention this to us. The terms and conditions of a general ticket purchase say no Our boat at the Southampton Boat Show dogs, other than assistance type. Another reader left their dog in the car, having First of all I’d like to say how much already read the rule, but like you, once in the show, they saw lots of dogs. I we enjoy your magazine, full of must admit, we saw lots too, and they were clearly not guide or assistance dogs. interesting features and affordable Why were some people able to enter the show with a dog, while others left them boats. We’ve learnt a lot from your behind after reading the rules, or were turned away at the door? We put the experts. We still have a lot to learn question, ‘are dogs allowed at the show?’, to its organiser, British Marine. Here so keep up the good work. Being is their reply: “As you have identified, our policy is to only allow access to dogs beginners in 2013 we started with who are deemed guide and assistance dogs. This is enforced by our security a Trusty T23 on our local river on the main gates, as we don’t have the proper facilities or capabilities to look system, the River Great Ouse in after pets on the site. On the rare occasion when dogs which aren’t guide or Cambridgeshire. With a master plan to move to the Solent, this year we ordered assistance dogs are seen in the show, they have been allowed in, rather than a new Trusty T28, Ammonite which was delivered to the Southampton Boat force the owner to leave the animal in their vehicle, which could be deemed Show. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I turned to page 18 and find a half page inciting animal cruelty. This is done on a discretionary basis and, when the photo of our lovely new boat. Great photo. Could you possibly let me know how owner lives within a certain distance from the show, they would be requested I could acquire a digital copy of the original photo? Jim Harrison to take the animal home and return before gaining access to the Show. There Associate Editor replies: Of course, thank you for getting in touch and for your are certain areas of the show, like the marina, where dogs are categorically not lovely comments. What a fantastic boat by the way, we are big Trusty fans at allowed, due to safety reasons.” the magazine and the 28 is one we would like to test. Enjoy your new purchase.
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21 PRACTICAL 22 that may affect its operation from any direct heat sources away installed toneeds be temperature sensor. This panel we fittedthecabin Alongside control the the hotthe exhaust before use wires away loose the all from fixings. tidy to need will We fitting, and held in with place to heater the and skin the The exhaust is hose clamped battery bank’s master switch switched sideof domestic the positive wire connected to the negative bus bar, and the connected to boat’s the main The negativewire was 34 40 37 the masterthe battery switch cable. This was fitted to close and for a5Afuse signal the for main the power supply holder containing a20Afuse Thekit comes withfuse a also fittedalso with asilencer to heater. the This intake is combustion air intake hose The next step is to the fit the grey goes to grey goes the white the togoes white the and brown, don’t match. The brownwire worth noting that colours the plug for sensor, the and it’s You have to make up the 35 38 41 switches on to boat’s the main battery into engine the room, and an existing hole bulkhead through loomwiring was run powerThe supply part the of the wiring back wiring tothe heater the was access easy behind, to get panel, whereelectrical there alongsideinstalled main the fitthe control panel. This was Inside boat the it was to time 36 was put into each reducer to separate, asingle screw so and cooling can cause them together, but regular heating were assembled. These clip The Y pieces and reducers 39 42
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Fresh water Loss of engine power Q I have a 2007 Beneteau Antares Q During my last trip out the boat was 7.60. The freshwater has always seemed initially running beautifully, but after a fine, but we don’t use it for drinking, few miles started to slow down, despite the preferring bottled. Whilst I empty throttle remaining in the same position. and fill the tank annually, I have never Even moving it to full throttle didn’t seem added any water treatment substances to change the boat’s speed, and gradually to sanitise/clean the tank. Any advice, it reduced further until we were barely on please, on what, if anything, I should the plane. The engine still sounds good, and be doing in terms of water treatment? seems to rev freely out of gear. There is no smoke and no other obvious sign of a problem. What could be causing this loss of power? A Many of the commercial tank purification treatments are chlorine based, and these will do the job, as long as your tank is plastic or stainless steel. I have A Assuming the throttle cable is still operating fully, check for full travel on the used Aqua Tabs in the past, but found they do provide quite a strong chlorine engine, I suspect it will come down to either air or fuel problems. Normally a lack taste/smell. You can also use Milton fluid at around 70ml to ten litres to sterilize/ of air is accompanied by black smoke from the exhaust so, without this, I would clean your tank, but flush it through afterwards. Milton can be used for ongoing suggest it might be a partially blocked fuel filter. This would explain the gradual sterilization at a lower dose of around 5ml per ten litres, but you will probably worsening effect as dirty fuel slowly blocked the filter to a greater extent. Try still be able to taste/smell the chlorine. I am led to believe that chlorine can changing both primary and secondary fuel filters, and give the boat another run. damage aluminum tanks though, so if your boat has one of these, which is not If it cures the problem, you may need to look at getting your fuel tank inspected the best material to use for a potable water tank, you should avoid chlorine based for contamination or diesel bug. products. The best way to ensure healthy water in your tank is to have a high turnover, and not leave water standing too long. That means using your boat regularly, and trying to leave the tank empty between uses. If you want to go a step further and ensure that your tank water is healthy to drink, I would suggest Mystery boat fitting a filtration system such as the Seagull IV (see Aug14 issue). These are now I’ve bought this boat, which I available in the UK through Nova Leisure. They are not cheap, but they remove all Q have been told is a 28ft Chris Craft. manner of nasties from the water, meaning you will no longer have to take bottled I’ve carried out a few changes and water onboard for drinking. upgrades but I wondered if you could tell me what model it is? A good quality water filter is a good way to A That is a lovely looking boat, and ensure heathly drinking certainly looks to have a bit of Chris Craft DNA in the design. Unfortunately, water from your tank our files haven’t provided the answer, so I’ll put this one out to Chris Craft and our readers. Does anyone know what this boat is? It has distinctive ‘bolt-on’ side decks, although these could have been added later.
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Engine fire extinguisher Sealine 195 speeds Q What advice do you have regarding onboard fire extinguishers? I have put Q I have a Sealine 195 fitted with new extinguishers in the accommodation of my cruiser (there were none when a 146hp Volvo petrol engine. What I bought her) but the automatic engine bay extinguisher is still present. When sort of speed should I be getting? I bought the boat the survey suggested that this was checked, as it was original The engine revs to 4800rpm for an equipment and, thus, ten years old. On the extinguisher itself it advises regular indicated speed of 26 knots, but I checking, including a check that the pressure is correct on the gauge. There is no have read reports of over 30 knots for corrosion on the extinguisher, indeed it looks new, but do I need to do anything this boat and engine combination. else or do I need to take it somewhere for checking? Is it a disaster waiting to happen if there is an engine fire and the insurance company asks for proof that A Sealine did claim a top speed of 32 knots when the 195 was launched with this the extinguisher was in proper working order? engine back in the late 80’s. Obviously time will have taken its toll and, with a load of kit added to the boat, a speed in the high 20’s seems more realistic now. Having A Regular servicing of fire extinguishers is a requirement that many of us do said that, the 4800rpm you are getting is at the bottom end of the full load range, not carry out. To be honest, with small hand-held drypowder units, it is easier which goes up to 5500. Assuming your rev counter is accurate then finding a few and usually cheaper to just replace them every few years. With an automatic hundred more RPM might just get you nearer that 30-knot mark. Start by making engine bay system, the decision is not as clear cut. Many of these systems are sure that the hull, drive and props are clean. Check that the engine is serviced quite complex and expensive, and it may pay to contact a local servicing agent and tuned and only then, if you are still down on revs, you could look to change to have the system examined. This is particularly important when the pressure the pitch of your prop. A reduction of one inch should increase your maximum vessel reaches 10 years, as it is almost certainly due to be hydrostatically tested. revs by around 200, so you may have to go down two inches. Be warned though, You don’t say the make of your system, but if it is one of the bigger suppliers of messing around with different props to eek out an extra knot or two is not an such kit, such as Sea-Fire, maybe a call to them would be worthwhile. If you exact science, and can get expensive. Unless you really need to go faster, your have a simple standalone automatic dry powder or clean agent extinguisher, it current setup falls within the acceptable range for the engine and delivers a pretty may well be cheaper good speed for a 19ft boat that will be approaching 30 years old. and quicker just to replace it. At least that will put your mind at rest regarding your insurance. THEANCHORING SOLUTION
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My Falcon won’t plane Bowthruster: External or standard? Q After a long layup, my Q I own a Jeanneau Merry Fisher 725, which is not fitted with any bowthruster. Falcon 27 simply won’t get Given the tightness of some of the marina berths I have used, particularly where I on the plane. I thought at presently moor in Plymouth, and as I am usually single handed, I am considering first it was a dirty hull so I fitting an external bowthruster. I would like to try to fit the unit myself to keep had her lifted and cleaned costs down as I am a reasonable DIY-er but would be unwilling to cut a tunnel and she still won’t climb over through the hull for a conventional thruster. Would you recommend any the hump with the revs on particular manufacturer or dealer to talk to? Any particular do’s or don’ts you both Volvo AD31 engines would care to advise me of? sitting at just over 2000rpm. Normally I would get around A I am aware of two types of external bowthruster, the Side Shift and the 4000rpm and a top speed of 30 knots. It was fine last time I took her out about six Exturn. The former appears to be the least intrusive to fit, requiring no holes months ago. What could have happened while sitting idle on her berth? below the waterline, although arguably not the prettiest once fitted. The latter have now been acquired by Side Power and are sold as its EX series. These are A The number one culprit for me would be the turbos. A period of inactivity bolted through the bottom of the hull and so, do still require a below waterline can leave them seized, something I have experienced myself on more than one hole, albeit much smaller and more contained than with a standard thruster. occasion. With the engine off, take the inlet hose/filter off the turbo and grip the While I understand your reluctance to fit a normal tube thruster, I would still nut in the middle of the exposed compressor wheel between thumb and finger. very much consider this option. It will add value to the boat, and is generally a Try spinning it. It should spin easily and freely and run on for a while. If it is more widely accepted modification. Having been involved in the fitment of two stuck, difficult to spin or notchy, this is almost certainly your problem. If you thrusters now, I can honestly say that it is not as big a job as you might think. are lucky, you may be able to free it up gently with a socket by working it very If you haven’t already, have a read of our Oct and Nov 2014 issues, where we carefully and slowly back and forth. Sometimes it is just a carbon build-up inside detailed fitting one to our Sealine. If you are still unsure about the hole cutting that is causing the problem, which is what I found with mine. Keep freeing it up and tube fitting part, another option would be to just get this bit undertaken until it spins easily and freely. This might take quite some time. Once you have got professionally, and carry out the rest of the installation yourself. both free, take the boat for a spin and if you get good speed, keep it Options available, running for a bit until everything a conventional bow is nice and hot. After this, regular thruster and a Side use should prevent a recurrence. Power EX series If, however, gentle persuasion thruster with a socket won’t free things up, you may need to remove them and look at having them Sea Ray fitted with overhauled or even replaced, a Side Shift system depending upon what you find.
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Martinique 36 1988-1991 (80*) Martinique 38 1991-1994 (70*) Martinique 39 1993-1996 (65*) Prices then 36 £102,666 (1988) Prices then 39 £153,501 (1994) Prices now £33,000-£80,000 Length 38ft / 11.58m Beam 12ft / 3.65m Draught 3ft 5in / 1.04m drive up 2ft 3in / 0.68 Air Draught 9ft / 2.74m Height overall 11ft 3in / 3.43m Sunseeker Martinique Fuel 145 gallons / 660 litres Water 45 gallons / 204 litres he Poole-based British builder, Southampton Boat Show. In brochures, it Martinique 39 ceased production in Displacement 7500kg approx Sunseeker, has been building was billed ‘an ideal performance cruiser 1996 and was replaced by the Portofino * numbers built boats now for 46 years, and has for the family. Ideal for parties or cosy 375, which uses a similar hull. Sunseeker Tearned the reputation for building high cruising’. It offered two separate cabins, built 80 36’s between 1988- 1991, 70 38’s quality sportsboats, cruisers and motor 4-6 berths and, powered by petrol or diesel between 1991-1994 and 65 39’s between yachts, which today range from 50ft- sterndrives, was capable of 35 knots. It had 1993-1996. 155ft. The late 80’s was an era when the a similar style to its siblings, but was the While a few Martinques were sold in Martinique 36/38 builder was producing sleek performance first to feature a curved, three-pane glass the UK, most were sold to Med-based sportsboats, but was also expanding its windscreen. customers. Today you will find these boats ‘Offshore’ cruising range of wide-beam Over the next 8 years, the 36 morphed for sale in the UK and abroad, priced from sportscruisers, a range that included into two succeeding models, the £33k to £80k. Diesel versions are highly models such as the San Remo 33. Martinque 38 and 39, with layout changes, prized, and , certainly in the case of the 36, Launched to sit between the San Remo an integral bathing platform added and are quite an affordable way into a modest- 33 and Travado 40 in the range, the 38ft finally, in the case of the slightly larger sized, twin diesel engine sportscruiser. We Martinique 39 Martinque 36 was unveiled at the 1988 39, a new curvier deck moulding. The were lucky to be able to view a Martinque
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There’s a completely different saloon living area on the 39, with a larger dinette and corner galley
galley relocated to the aft corner on the drawers added at the foot of the bed. On Stark yet sophisticated. Standard Martinique 38 saloons have a small dinette, converting to a double port side. 38’s with the optional layout, and all 39 The standard 36/38 forward cabin is models, the larger-saloon impacted on the 36 and 38 side by side at Boats.co.uk, to On the 36, the grey-vinyl-wrapped impressively proportioned and offers forward cabin. On these boats, an offset examine their differences and see what galley area is sectioned off at two different decent headroom of 6ft at the foot of the double berth configuration was used, they have to offer 25 years on. heights. The lower main part, as the bed. It features a large, angular island resulting in just one hanging locker. cooking and working area, integrates berth (6ft x 6ft) with carpeted steps The toilet and shower compartment Interior a hob (often a two-ring Origo alcohol leading up to it, and a hanging locker on the 36 and 38 is a reasonable size, and As you descend into the main interior, you hob), and a large covered sink with a each side. A lack of drawer storage was offers headroom of 5ft 11in. Noticeable are greeted by an impressive and clean- drainer behind. Above this is a microwave addressed on the 38, with two large changes here include the positions looking saloon area. It feels very private, and storage, with a fridge below the stark yet sophisticated. Standard 36 and worktop. A unit to the left of the galley 38 models have a compact corner dinette area incorporates drinks storage with area to port (usually leather), a galley and an electric switch panel above. For the a toilet compartment to starboard, and 38, Sunseeker went for a cleaner look doors leading off to the two cabins. The with a one-level galley unit with a large saloon dinette will accommodate a family hinged cover to disguise the sink and of four at meal times, or two lounging in hob. The fridge was now incorporated in the evening. The table drops and, with an the eye-level units above, and a gas oven infill, creates an unusually-shaped double. was installed below the worktop. On the An optional layout for the 38 provided a 6-berth 38, the galley is seen on the port larger saloon and bigger U-shaped dinette, side with the U-shaped dinette opposite, a design that was rolled over to the 39. while the 39 goes a step further seeing the Galley evolution. The two-unit galley on the 36 pictured left and the 38, with its hinging cover, right
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There is a conventional, convertible, crawl-in double on the 38, with a recessed footwell and infill
layout, with two staggered, opposing bunks (6ft 6in x 2ft 4in). The 38 is more conventional with twin berths to starboard, converting into 1992 38 £64,950 The 36 forward cabin, pictured, and standard 38’s have a island double. The 39 has an offset double a double, with a recessed footwell between. Twin Volvo KAD42 diesels There is also a large shelved locker for much Boats.co.uk of the toilet and washbasin. The 38’s toilet stall. needed storage space. The shower sump and 01702 258885 compartment is also more of a moulded The full width mid cabin on the 36 holding tank, if fitted, will be under the bunks www.boats.co.uk wash down space, and has a hinged seat and 38 is an excellent size. Both offer in this cabin. On the 39, the second cabin is over the toilet for showering. The 36’s initial standing headroom at the entrance on the starboard side and has twin berths magnetic removable mirror on the inside for changing, with reduced seated running fore and aft. Be aware that the inside of the door is an ingenious touch. The headroom over the berths, but the berth bunk measures just over 5ft in length. 6-berth 39 benefits from a larger toilet configuration is very different for each. Martinque 36 interiors will be lined with a compartment, with a separate shower and The 36 has an unusual yet family friendly suede-effect fabric, known as Alcantara, while 1994 38 £64,950 Twin Volvo KAD42 diesels Cove Yachts Mid cabin choices, family- see website for contact telephone friendly staggered berths on the www.coveyachts.co.uk 38, below, and twins on the 39
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36 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 37 has continuous aft cockpit seating with There is a generous a ‘step over’ transom, while the 38 has helm seat and a transom gate on the portside. Under storage unit, the cockpit seating there are three useful with a wet bar storage lockers each side and, on the port to port on 36 side, these conceal the battery shut offs. and 38 models Both the 36 and 38 have a toe-stubbingly shallow step in the cockpit sole that leads up to the helm seating area. The 39’s cockpit is totally different. Here we see Sunseeker harking back to the Boats.co.uk classic Portofino 31 layout, with a central transom door and a symmetrical cockpit, leading to the central companionway door to the cabin. The cockpit has recessed Ultimate party cockpit. The 39 has seating for seating areas with tables each side, twin 10, with two tables and a centre transom gate vinyl was used onboard 38 and 39’s. The Cockpit and helm helm and navigators’ seats, and the aft Alcantara is usually quite practical but is The cockpits are absolutely vast on these seating converts into a sunpad. Once you On Deck also good at showing up any watermarks boats, and superb for entertaining and have negotiated the two steps over the On these boats, side stanchions and rails that may indicate leaks or condensation ‘sunseeking’ with the canopies off, both transom, it has a one-level floor. Visibility have been kept to a stylish minimum, so build up. Check around the over-bed light while underway and at rest. It is here at the helm is generally good while stepping out from the cockpit and moving fittings in the mid cabin and beneath all you will see the major differences in the standing, but on the 36 a little restricted forward on the side decks can make you the portholes for signs of this. By the mid three models. The 36 and 38 both have when seated due to the fairly low helm feel a little vulnerable. This becomes easier 90’s Sunseeker was using accents of glossy a dinette-cum-sunpad area to starboard seat. Helm equipment and dials are usually without the canopy in place. The low, and burr wood finishes in its interiors. Overall in the aft cockpit area, a large 2-3 person quite tightly-packed within a curved inward leaning superstructure also offers there is generally better storage on the two helm seat to starboard and a wet bar/ console, leaving little space for upgrading later models. storage unit on the opposite side. The 36 to modern, or larger, electronics. There is a great deal of canvas on these boats, and you will need to ensure that this is in good order, as replacement will be quite expensive. Inspect all the stitching, zips and also the clear sections for any sunburnt areas. Also check for shrinkage, or ill fitting panels. The elasticated fixings on the aft section often perish and are prone to wear on the 38, as the generator hatch is often opened with them attached. Its forward-raked radar arch evolved through the models, with a fairly ordinary arch on the 36, and Sunseeker’s distinctive sculpted gull wing on top of the 39’s arch. It is worth inspecting where the arch joins Huge cockpit. 36 and 38 have a dinette-cum-sunpad to starboard. Check seated visibility on the 36 the cockpit for stress cracking. Decks have a slope and are short on stanchions
38 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 39 From a racing pedigree, the Martinque 36’s deep V hull designed by Sunseeker affiliate, Don Shead A 38 in Sunseeker’s 1990’s colours. A dark hull will need regular maintenance to keep its lustre minimal security. However, the decks The Martinque’s sleek lines are from Sunseeker, with a reassuringly solid AQ231’s (501’s) and 275hp 570’s. Soon are a decent width and, once you have accentuated by two-colour decals in its performance, should sea conditions after, five petrol options were available, negotiated the distinctive slope, you are hull and superstructure. Ensure that change. These are well-built, high-quality the two Volvo engines mentioned above enclosed by a low pulpit rail. these are in good condition, although boats but, as with any fast performance plus 330hp 740DP’s, and a choice of 260hp A crucial exterior difference between replacement decals are available, if needed. sportscruisers, it is worth inspecting the 5.7-litre or 330hp 7.4-litre Mercruiser models is the bathing platform. On the 36 hull thoroughly for stress cracking. engines. AQ231 petrols or 200hp AD41 this is a bolt-on design with slatted drive Hull and handling diesels are the most common in this inspection sections. The 38 and 39 have The Martinique’s hull was designed by Engines model. Boats fitted with AD41’s have an integral bathing platform, which has Don Shead, who was responsible for The 36, 38 and 39 models were available Volvo’s 290 outdrives, which were fitted a narrower, central section for boarding. many of Sunseekers performance models with twin petrol or diesel engines on with A6-size duo props as standard. The design is ideal for Med-style boating, during the 80’s and 90’s. The performance sterndrives. When it was introduced in Following on from the 36, engine options but access ashore from alongside may be of its deep V hull is highly regarded by 1988, the Martinque 36 was available with for the 38 were fairly similar, although difficult due to the topsides extending all owners, providing the responsive and twin 200hp AD41’s, giving 30 knots, with 230hp, super-charged Volvo Penta the way aft. thrilling ride that has come to be expected two petrol options, Volvo Penta 229hp V8 KAD42’s were later thrown into the mix,
Martinque 36’s have a step-over transom with a bolt-on bathing platform 38’s have a transom storage locker for an optional generator, and an integral bathing platform
40 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 41 KAD42’s fitted to but plenty of room to get down into the hard. For the technically minded, savings a 1992 38 model. engine bay itself. Again, the back seat can be made by doing all or some of the Access is via a hinges, or lifts out, in order to lift up the routine servicing yourself. Despite being hatch, which is quite narrow and hatch. On the 39 the hatch is more of an from an older generation, Volvo Penta restrictive on the engine box that hinges up to expose the and Mercruiser engines are regarded as 36. AD41’s below machinery. On all three models, a single easy to work on, spares are easy to source standard 145-gallon fuel tank forms the and there is a widespread service support forward bulkhead in the engine bay. This network. Despite Yamaha no longer usually has a small inspection hatch on being in the sterndrive market, parts and the top. They also carry 45 gallons of services still seem to be readily available. water, which is divided between two tanks The 240hp 4.2-litre diesel engine was outside of the engines. based on a Toyota engine and Yamaha When it comes to running costs, specialists, BBMS Swanwick Ltd and diesel-powered versions should offer Redbay Boats are able to help owners with fuel economy of around 1.5-1.8 nmpg at these engines and drives. cruising speeds. Petrol powered models offering a top speed of 34-36 knots. These priced at £132,540, or 275hp Volvo Penta will achieve around 0.8-1.0 nmpg. Models Conclusion were coupled to Volvo’s duo-prop drives, 570 SP petrols which were available with fitted with twin 200hp diesels should These striking head-turners combine which are best mated with stainless steel duo props (£133,462). There were four cruise happily in the low 20’s, and those cruising ability, performance, comfort C5 props. Both AD41’s and KAD42’s are twin diesel options available, Volvo Penta with 230hp or 240hp engines at 25+ knots. and, in most cases, the economy of common in this model. AD41’s at £135,125, 220hp Mercruiser The big petrol engined boats will be a blast running twin diesel sterndrives. Wide In 1992, options for the 39 included a D254’s on Bravo 3 drives (£135,986), at speeds in the high 30’s, but expect to ranging prices mean there should be a pair of 330hp Mercruiser 7.4-litre petrols, 230hp Volvo Penta KAD42 with duo see the fuel tank draining fast if driven Martinique for most budgets. props (£139,703) and 270hp Mercruiser 7.3 litres (£143,673). A few later, circa Before buying any used boat, always employ the services of a IIMS or a YDSA accredited surveyor and, if you 1994/95, 39’s were fitted with twin 240hp have any doubt about the engines, a separate engine survey by a suitably qualified person is recommended. 4.2-litre Yamaha diesels with Yamaha’s Hydra Drive legs. These are generally regarded as a very good match for the 39. KAD42’s are common, and tend to be the Family most desirable. Portofino 32 1992-1994 Mustique 42 1992-1993 San Remo 33 1986-1990 In the engine bay of an AD41-engined 36, there was just enough room to get down in front of the engines. It’s tight, and in need of a narrow tread-plate to stand on to inspect the engines and primary fuel filters, which are mounted Prices £50,000-£65,000 Prices £59,950-£90,000 Prices £34,500-£39,995 on the forward bulkhead. On the 36 the Length 32ft 3in Beam 10ft 10in Length 42ft 2in Beam 13ft 5in Length 34ft 9in Beam 10ft 11in engine hatch lifts the aft middle section The successor to the popular 31, Shaftdriven sportscruiser with 33ft sportscruiser providing a offering 4 berths and an integral a spacious two-cabin, two balance of cockpit and 2-cabin of the cockpit seating. Due to the built-in bathing platform. ensuite interior. 4-6 berth accomodation. bathing platform and chunky transom, Buy one (pictured) 1993 Buy one (pictured) 1995 Buy one (pictured) 1988 Most models fitted with Volvo engines have the 38’s engine hatch is further forward, £47,500 £85,000 £49,950 www.boats.co.uk www.sunseekerpoole.com www.tingdeneboatsales.net Volvo 290 duo prop drives leaving less of the engines exposed,
42 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 43 CUTTING the latest boating gear and technology Evinrude iDock Avon eJet Evinrude’s new iDock is a joystick operating system for their impressive Avon ribs and Torqeedo electric motors have range of 150hp to 300hp E-TEC G2 engines. Designed for use on twin teamed up to produce an electric jetrib concept. The installations, iDock allows the skipper to put the boat exactly where they Avon eJet uses the 80hp Deep Blue Torqeedo motor, want, simply by operating a single joystick. Under joystick control, the powered by their latest 32kWh battery technology, as used in engines operate independently from each other to allow manoeuvres that the BMW i3. Early reports indicate a run time of around 90 minutes of would otherwise be impossible, such as making the boat move sideways. iDock connects ‘normal’ use with a top speed of 26 knots, thanks to some new hull technology to the existing hydraulic steering and architecture, which simplifies installation and from Avon. If you have a charging facility in your tender garage, and we suspect some keeps costs to a minimum. Price £5,999 www.evinrude.com quite deep pockets, this could be the perfect tender. Price £TBA www.avonmarine.com Garmin 210i & GHS 11i Imray Shell Garmin’s new VHF 210i Channel Pilot Simrad RS20 is a fixed DSC compatible The Shell Channel Pilot Simrad has launched a new low-profile radio with both NMEA2000 has been the authoritative VHF radio designed to match its latest and 0183 compatibility. It pilot book for the south range of multifunction displays and also supports the new GHS 11i wired VHF handset, coast for 80 years. accessories. The RS20 DSC VHF is which provides full control functionality of the main Covering the British and NMEA2000 compatible and includes a set and turns the VHF210i into a twin helm radio. French coasts, as well simple to read, even in bright sunlight, The GHS 11i also offers intercom capabilities. as the Channel Islands black on white display. The display Exhaust Alert Price 210i £459.99 GHS 11i £279.99 www.garmin.com and the Isles of Scilly, can be inverted to white on black for British firm, Halyard, has designed the latest, 8th, 464-page optimum night time visibility. The a new engine overheat warning system for water-cooled exhausts. Crewsaver Fusion 3D edition is filled with useful unit can be flush or panel mounted The new Fusion 3D buoyancy aid range from Exhaust Alert provides both audible technical information, and can be installed on a table top, Crewsaver, comprises of five different models, each and visual alerts should the safe much of it gleaned from bulkhead or overhead. The fist mike offering 3D technology to deliver an unrestricting and operating temperature be exceeded. author, Tom Cunliffe’s also incorporates buttons, including a comfortable fit. They are produced using lightweight The system comes with a standard 40 years of personal dedicated one for Ch16, for ease of use. and soft contoured foam, together with tailored Price £279.99 www.simrad-yachting.com 52mm diameter touch-screen gauge, experience. covers, with the mid to high-end models Price £37.50 which offers a test facility and an alert also using airflow mesh for additional www.imray. if the system is compromised. The com comfort. The models are, the Response waterproof display comes in black or 50N, Sport 50N, Pro50N SZ, Pro 50N CZ white, with chrome or black bezels, and Ergofit 50N EX. The top model is and customisation options on request. Price from £235.44 www.halyard.eu.com available with body protecting armour. Price £34.95-£160 www.crewsaver.com
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PRICE from water, and, despite not being able to see £3,195 them with your eyes, they will shine like a beacon through the thermal camera. Ultimately then, what we are looking at is a useful navigational and safety device. While you may think it would also be a brilliant addition for fog, it has to be said that thermal imaging is not great in conditions of heavy atmospheric moisture, so although it would help a little in these conditions, it should probably not be considered primarily as ClearCruise is a system that alerts both visually and audibly when a target comes into view an aid to visibility in fog. The entry level M100 comes with a tilt facility, to allow the operator to compensate for a boat’s longitudinal attitude, for example, if the bow rises when running on the plane. This makes Raymarine FLIR M100 and M200 it great as a forward looking navigational Raymarine’s range of FLIR thermal cameras were initially launched to appeal to the tool during night time runs, but, perhaps owners of large commercial and leisure boats, with a price tag to match. Earlier this a little less useful as an aid to finding year, all that changed with the launch of the M100 and M200 models, which are an MOB. The M200, on the other hand, compact, feature packed and, at least in this field, affordable. also offers full pan and tilt with 360° Before we look at the new models in depth, a bit of background into these products articulation, making it a considerably may be in order. Thermal cameras provide a picture that can be displayed at the helm more flexible bit of kit. on a compatible display. The picture is produced using heat, rather than light, which Both models weigh 6.7kg and are makes the cameras invaluable during 230mm tall and 161mm in diameter. the hours of darkness. Surprisingly, They come with 320 x 240 resolution and while you might think that all inanimate 2 or 4x digital zoom. They are said to be objects in the same environment will able to pinpoint a person in the water at effectively be at the same temperature, 457 metres and a small boat at 1.3km. that is simply not the case. A buoy or Mated to one of Raymarine’s latest Axiom fishing pot floating on the surface will displays, both cameras provide FLIR’s have a very different thermal signature ClearCruise intelligent thermal analytics, to the water surrounding it. The same which deliver an audible and visual alarm goes for posts, other boats, and items of when they detect something in the water. The bridge and its abutments may be obvious flotsam and jetsam. Add some warmth This means that you won’t necessarily in the daytime, but at night it can only be seen The user can choose different colour palettes to the item, such as a person in the need to be staring at the screen to reap through the thermal camera
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This shot was taken at midnight and the shore was barely visible without the camera, even at this close range
A view from the bow with mk1 eyeball is transformed with a thermal night vision camera
the benefits of thermal vision. Control of the camera can be achieved from the display, or via a separate joystick, and the colour palettes can be changed as required. careful not to be too fixated on the image. When you can see little in front of you with So what’s it like in use? It’s actually very good. Despite the relatively low resolution of your eyes, the temptation to navigate ‘by instruments’ would be huge. The ClearCruise these entry level cameras, the results that they produce are surprising. We were messing system goes a long way towards this by, in effect, allowing the camera to monitor itself around with then during the day, which gave us a good opportunity to see things with and alerting the helm to any potential danger. If you are going to run at speed in the our eyes and then look through the thermal camera and see how well it picked them dark, this would be the way to use it. I, however, think that its real benefit would come up, and in all cases it did so very clearly. I was also impressed with the way it logged from entering port, or slowly navigating restricted waters after dark. I can think of a onto perceived threats using the ClearCruise system. Of course, during the day this was few occasions where I have felt almost blind due to darkness in confined waters, or all a bit theoretical, but our night time trip changed that. Out on the lake, approaching confused by background lights when entering a harbour. In these occasions, this new midnight, it was pitch black. You could barely see the water in front of the boat, and perspective would provide a sixth sense, or at least enhance one of the five we already vessels moored 100 metres or so away were completely invisible to the naked eye. Turn have, and take away much of the confusion. What I would say though is that if you are on the camera though, and it was like flicking a light switch. We could see moored going to install a panning version, it needs to be mounted in such a way that it has a boats as clear as day, as well as the bank clear 360° view. On our test boat we had a huge blind spot created by the radar it was of the lake and the vegetation around mounted next to, so ideally it needs to sit up high, above all other equipment, to get the it, which was a couple of hundred best from it. The same would not apply to the M100 with its tilt only facility. metres away. We could even clearly see Despite being entry level, this technology is still expensive, Motorboat someone walking along the shore, and and these cameras do come with quite a price tag. If you rarely Owner I believe they were smoking a cigarette. go out at night, it may be a price too high to justify, but if you are All this in conditions that the naked eye regularly boating during the hours of darkness, an M100 or M200 “A useful addition for the nocturnal could only see about four or five metres really is something you should consider. Its one of those bits of boater” in, and even then only poorly. It really kit that you don’t realise you need, until you have had a chance to was quite a revelation. use it. Once you have, I doubt you would want to be without it. Value 3/5 So how would this stack up in the real Usability 4/5 The thermal camera display can be split with a Performance 5/5 chart or radar for greater situational awareness world? Firstly, you would need to be Contact: Raymarine www.raymarine.co.uk
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West Bay
Weymouth Plymouth Brixham Dartmouth Salcombe Falmouth Isles of Scilly
Guernsey West Bay by Claire Frew
Have you ever wanted to explore Dorset’s Jurassic Coast and Lyme of the River Brit, the harbour has steep 18th and 19th centuries it had become shingle beaches each side and is flanked a trading hub for the wool trade, and Bay, but thought there was nowhere suitable to visit by boat? We did by high, gold-coloured cliffs, symbolic of Bridport’s crafts of ropemaking, netting too, until we discovered there are visitor moorings at West Bay Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. The small town of and twine. In turn, imports of hemp and West Bay, that surrounds the picturesque flax were unloaded from merchant ships n the past, with few options for visitor However, it seems harbours in this region inner harbour basin, has close ties with on the quayside. Its prolific shipbuilding moorings with walk-ashore access, are waking up to the needs of visiting the market town of Bridport, which lies industry saw sheds and wharfs established Lyme Bay, with its beautiful stretch of boaters and one such port is Bridport just under 2 miles to the north. at the river mouth, with wooden ships up Icoastline, was often bypassed by even the Harbour at West Bay. Dating back to Saxon times, and known to 1400 tonnes built. Being very exposed most adventurous of boaters. This results Bridport Harbour is a small fishing first as Bridport Harbour, ships had, for to the full force of south westerly storms, in a long, and often exposed, 40-mile harbour located in Lyme Bay and centuries, navigated the shallow estuary up the harbour suffered, and during the Great passage, rounding Portland and heading positioned centrally between Lyme Regis to the town of Bridport. The true origins Storm of 1824 many of these shipbuilding south west for next county, Devon. and Portland Bill. Situated at the mouth of Bridport Harbour lay in fishing. By the sheds were damaged.
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Distances Approximate distances in nautical miles from West Bay: • Portland Bill 17 miles • Weymouth 25 miles • Dartmouth 39 miles Blue chalet as featured in TV series Broadchurch • Salcombe 52 miles • Plymouth Sound 67 miles selling outlets. The much-photographed inner harbour is home to both fishing and Weather leisure boats on trot moorings, which dry • Met OfficeShipping Forecast out at low tide. Portland Fans of the ITV crime drama series, • Met OfficeShipping Forecast Wight Broadchurch will recognise West Bay • Met OfficeInshore Waters Forecast in many of the scenes, including its star, Selsey Bill to Lyme Regis David Tennant’s, blue chalet residence • Greenwich Lightship weather actuals overlooking the River Brit. The harbour • Channel Lightship weather actuals The name ‘West Bay’ actually derives rapidly developed into a holiday resort, also found TV fame in the late 90’s when it • XC Weather forecast West Bay from the arrival of the railway to the area. with a new Victorian Esplanade and appeared as Bridehaven in the BBC series, In 1857 the Bridport Railway Company holiday park. During World War II, the Harbour Lights. Notably, Nick Berry as Charts & Pilot Books • Imray 2300 Dorset & Devon Coasts opened a branch line which connected town was a base for troops, and a rehearsal Harbour Master, Mike Nicholls, restores chart pack Maiden Newton and Bridport. Great attack known as ‘Exercise Yukon’ was a Levi Corsair, upon which he departs • Imray C5 Bill of Portland to Western Railway then extended it to made on West Bay by the Canadian Army aboard at the end of series one and returns Salcombe Harbour chart Bridport Harbour, calling the station ‘West and British Royal Navy, in preparation for again onboard, for the start of series two. • Admiralty SC5601 East Devon Bay’. With trade in decline, the railway a raid on Dieppe. In recent years a larger slipway and & Dorset Coast Exmouth to boosted tourism for this small fishing Despite the railway branch line closing seasonal floating walk-ashore pontoons Christchurch chart pack hamlet, and soon after, two protective in 1975, the town remains a popular have been installed, providing much • Fernhurst Books West Country piers and harbour sluice gates, known as hotspot for tourists and offers a charming needed, non-drying visitor mooring Cruising Companion ‘The Bridge’ were erected to protect the array of cafes, restaurants and quirky opportunities. Ultimately, weather and • Imray The West Country pilot guide main entrance and artificial harbour. gift and antique-selling establishments, tide play a crucial role in visiting West Bay, With passengers arriving on steamer ships not to mention fish- which may prove restrictive. However, Mooring fees & charges from Weymouth and Torquay, it during a settled spell in summer months, • 10m overnight berth £20 it has all the makings of a charming place • Short stay berth £10 to nose into for a lunchtime stopover, or • Slipway day charge £18 overnight stay. • Slipway package - mooring for 2 days and 1 night £46 Approaches Entering the harbour at 2 hours either side For more information visit: of high water is generally recommended www.visit-dorset.com in pilot guides. However, the Harbour www.westbay.co.uk Master informed Motorboat Owner that
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RIVER BRIT
*not to be used for navigation Sluices INNER Marine supplies HARBOUR The Harbour Office (01308 423222) sells some basic chandlery essentials and will also be able to advise and book services if necessary. Rob Steps Perry Marine (01297 631314) is a Sill Visitors chandlery at Axminster that offers OUTER Pink N HARBOUR Cottage marine engineering and engine- related services. Other local marine engineering contacts include Mobile Marine UK (01297 631821) for outboard and trailer repairs and The entrance has two breakwaters and is open to the south east. Starboard beacon on east breakwater Mechanical Services Ltd (01305 Transit 336° 779379) at Weymouth who are Volvo the outer harbour is generally accessible at between 9:30am-5pm. Night firing until Penta and Yamaha specialists. For all states of the tide, except on a low spring midnight usually takes place on Tuesday divers, the Bridport Air Station next to tide, where approaches two hours either and Thursday evenings, and there is also Approaches in calm weather are relatively the Harbour Office, offers Air, Nitrox side of low water should be avoided due a limited amount of weekend activity straight forward, and free from hazards and dive cylinder and kit servicing. to lack of depth at the harbour entrance. scheduled throughout the year. For The entrance is open to the south-east, information on firing, boaters can contact crucial parts of the passage, including the Food supplies The newsagent next to the Quayside and is sheltered from the predominantly the duty watchkeeper at the National tidal overfalls at St Albans Head. Car Park stocks basic food essentials. west and south westerly winds by its long Coastwatch station at St Albans Head on Another area notorious for There is also the fishmonger, Samways, breakwaters. However, we would always 01929 439220 or calling ‘St Albans Head tidal overfalls is Portland Bill. It is in West Bay Road. You can buy recommend visiting in calm or light NCI’ on VHF channel 65. Danger areas recommended passing this around 5 miles shellfish from the Trawlerman and wind conditions, and equipped with the are patrolled by range safety boats, callsign to the south to avoid what is known as the locally brewed cider from ‘The Shop knowledge that an increase of wind in any ‘Range Safety’ which monitor VHF Portland Race. Alternatively you can take Around the Corner’ in George Street. direction, may cause a swell and surge channel 08 when the range is active. You the inshore passage in calm conditions. There is a Nisa store at the West Bay that can affect the moorings in the outer will also find the latest firing times on the Approaches to the harbour itself are Holiday Park (open Mon, Fri-Sun harbour. government website and also Weymouth relatively straightforward, as the outlying 8am-7pm, 8am-6pm Tues-Thurs) and Those travelling from the east, for Harbour’s website. It is worth noting that waters are free from hazards. However, Spar Shop (with cash machine) on example Poole and the Solent, need to NCI St Albans Head (01929 439220) you will need to keep an eye out for West Bay Road, a 0.4 mile 7-minute consider the Lulworth gunnery range and NCI Lyme Bay (01308 897778) can lobster pots and also dive boats. West Bay walk (open 7:30am-9pm Mon-Sat, before proceeding past St Albans Head. also update boaters over the phone with is popular with divers, as the waters of 8am-9pm Sun). There is also a large The Lulworth Range is active on weekdays current weather conditions off some quite Lyme Bay are littered with wrecks. One Morrisons on the West Bay Road particular wreck lying close to Outer which is a 1.4 mile 30-minute walk Pollock Reef, under a mile south-west of (open 7am-10pm Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm the entrance, is thought to date back to the Sun). A cash machine can be found in 17th century. the West Bay Holiday Park Reception The entrance is marked by two tall off- (£1.75 charge). There is also a Waitrose lying, lit navigation beacons at the end and Spar shop in Bridport town centre. of each pier head, with corresponding 54 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 55 Destination WEST BAY
Transport The Jurassic Coaster X53 bus route operates from stop ‘West Bay George Hotel’ and runs to Bridport, then Axminster to the west, and Weymouth (50 minutes) to the There is access to water and electric, but you will east. During the season the 510 need long leads/hoses as its on the inner pier Slowcoaster bus goes take a scenic and more leisurely route to Weymouth. Peter Day Visitor moorings are on the temporary composite pontoons in the outer harbour, next to slipway berth for boats up to 10 metres is £20, and Both bus routes are double decker there is a flat short-stay day rate of £10. services so we would recommend beacons on the pierheads themselves. despite the entrance sill, although a central Visitors to West Bay and Lyme Regis can sitting ‘up top’ and at the front for the There is a transit of 336°T, which pool is maintained by the flow of the River also pay for five overnight stays at either best views. For timetables and routes guides you in squarely between the two Brit through the sluice gates. harbour and get a sixth night free. visit the First Group website. breakwaters, and there is a sectored light for entries at night. Rocks and Where to fill up Where to moor Trailboating There is no waterside fuel at West sand bars extend out from the ends of Seasonal moorings for visitors are in the West Bay has very good facilities for those Bay. Petrol (in cans) is available at the both pierheads, so be sure to approach northwest corner of the outer harbour, arriving with a trailboat. Additionally, Morrison’s supermarket on the West squarely, using the transit line, giving both which is overlooked by a high-rise with its seasonal pontoons, it is a good Bay Road, a 1.4 mile 30-minute walk. pierheads a wide berth. On your final building. Here you will see a large slipway choice for those wanting a base for a If necessary the Harbour team may be approach to, and upon entering between with a series of piles and a section of Dorset boating break. The 10-metre able to drive people to the garage for the wood-cladded concrete breakwaters, floating pontoon to the east of it. During wide concrete public slipway in the fuel. Petrol and diesel is available at be aware of fisherman’s lines out from the months of April to October, three outer harbour is moderately-steep, and the fuel berths at Portland Marina and each side. Casting out from the piers is temporary composite plastic pontoons can accommodate the launching of two in Weymouth Harbour. forbidden, but such warnings may go (with metal cleats) extend out seaward boats side by side. The slipway, with its unheeded. Proceed through the outer from this. The Harbour Office work to adjoining large, ‘non-pedestrian access’ Further afield harbour at zero wash speed. accommodate boats with a maximum Lyme Regis has visitor buoys off A narrow channel leads off from the draft of 1.5 metres, depending on the tidal the ‘Cobb’ entrance and a seasonal outer harbour into the densely populated phase. For berthing arrangements, visitors pontoon (May-Sept) with access inner harbour. This dries at low water, will need to contact the Harbour Master approx HW+/- 2hrs 30mins. The on VHF channel 11, or telephone the buoys are preferable for overnight Harbour Office on 01308 423222/07870 stays in calm weather. The River 240636. You will need to have your Exe (with Exmouth Marina) and fenders low as you come in to moor Sidmouth are worth investigating over alongside the pontoons. Power and water high water. To the east is Weymouth (with a hose) is provided on the inner pier. Harbour, with its harbour and marina There are also toilet and shower facilities moorings and Portland Marina. To in the overlooking Harbour Master’s office the west there is a choice of Devon building. These are accessible during moorings and marinas, such as The Harbour Master’s Office offers facilities and working hours, which are 7am-7pm Red posts indicate the end of the large slipway Torquay, Brixham and Dartmouth. overlooks the outer harbour and slipway during the summer months. An overnight in the outer harbour. Access is at all states of tide
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KEY 1 Harbour Master & Facilities 7 West Bay Holiday Park 2 Riverside Restaurant 8 Indoor Swimming Pool 3 The Trawlerman 9 The West Bay Hotel 4 The Watch House 10 The Quarterdeck Tavern 5 The Station Kitchen 11 Bridport Arms 6 Customs House Emporium 12 The George Hotel
to Bridport 8 RIVER BRIT 4 2 7 C 3 12 3 5
10 1 2 1 11 6 9 4 Waterside dining, the Riverside Restaurant stands on a grassy peninsular next to the River Brit Footpath 2 Samways C Cashpoint 43 Shop around 3 the corner Post O ce Food-selling sheds lining the inner 1 4 Nisa Store unique grassy riverside plot overlooking in these you will usually find Bridport- 1 Newsagent Bus Stop harbour. The town of Bridport, the River Brit, and is renowned for its fish brewed Palmers ales on tap, such as 200, pictured top, is to the north and shellfish dishes. Best, Copper and Dorset Gold. Built in the A visit to the unique Station Kitchen 18th century, The West Bay Hotel (01308 tarmac area, is overlooked and controlled and mooring for 2 days and 1 night of (01308 422845) for a special occasion is 422157) is popular for food, has a beer by the Harbour Office. Again, as with the £46. By arrangement with the Harbour a must. This can be found at the old West garden and a traditional beamed interior. approaches, calm weather is preferable, Master, trailers (without tow car) can be Bay Station which stands complete with Its ‘upmarket-feel’ restaurant offers dishes and those launching and recovering will stored either in the tarmac area next to its section of track and platform. The such as ‘Beef & Reef’, ‘Surf & Turf’ and need to be wary of any swell or surge the slipway or in the Boat Park at the rear restaurant occupies both the old station pre-ordered seafood platters. Other pubs in the outer harbour, rolling up onto of The George. Please note, the second building and an original train carriage, include The George Hotel, Quarterdeck the slipway. On our visit, we found that older slipway in the inner harbour is not each with beautifully decorated interiors Tavern and the Bridport Arms. daily vehicle parking was cheapest at for general public use. It is narrow, tidally with colourful eclectic and quirky antique East Beach Car Park and at the West Bay restricted and used for hand launches by touches. It is open Wednesday to Saturday Places to visit Road Long Stay Car Park. Use of the resident berth holders. for lunch and dinner, as well as Sunday for You can easily loose a couple of slipway is charged at £18 per day. There lunch, and serves up steaks, seafood and a hours exploring the harbour and its is also a package rate for slipway use Where to eat & drink Sunday roast. surroundings. The Customs House Despite being relatively small, West Bay is Hidden in a back street is another gem Emporium is definitely worth a browse. sure to tantalize everyone’s taste buds, with for seafood lovers, the Trawlerman (01308 its elegant fresh fish eateries, charming tea 425604), which has a small riverside rooms, cosy cafes and plentiful pubs. Not garden seating area. It offers dressed crabs forgetting several colourful harbour-front and sharing platters, but remember to kiosks selling hot food, ice cream and, of ‘bring a bottle’ as alcohol is not served on course, bags of chips. the premises. Another quirky ‘food find’ If you are looking for a ‘slap up’ fish is The Watch House. Perched on the edge supper with a view, then we would of the East Beach, this ‘no ordinary beach recommend heading for The Riverside café’ offers great views, freshly baked Wood fired pizzas on the beach. The Watch Restaurant (01308 422011). Established pizzas, shellfish and cakes. House overlooking the shingle East Beach in the 1960’s, this restaurant occupies a There are several pubs in West Bay and Love antiques? Visiting Customs House is a must
58 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 59 This sectioned-off complex features a ?????? gaggle of craft stalls, shops and dog- friendly cafes, and is home to the 200-year-old Customs House, which is now a treasure trove for antiques. The surrounding cliffs and coastal paths provide incredible walks and breath- taking vistas of Lyme Bay. Fans of the ITV series, Broadchurch can also follow a trail of the sights featured. For those into their golf, there is the manicured clifftop, Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club, to the east. For families, there is an indoor swimming pool (with flume) and amusements at West Bay Holiday Park. There is also a large play area on West Bay Road which has been designed as a wrecked ship, with lots of locally-made rope and nets. You can also hire a rowing boat to venture up the 2-mile stretch of West Bay’s old station and carriage have been the River Brit to Bridport. They may be converted into a beautifully decorated eatery stony, but the beaches are captivating and ideal for a stroll. from 11am every weekday (excluding A visit to the nearby town of Bridport Bank Holidays) and last approximately is a must. This attractive, Georgian-style two hours. Tickets are £8.50 for adults town has a good selection of shops, banks, and £8 for children aged 10-17. There is cafes and restaurants, and hosts a street also the free-entry Bridport Museum, market every Wednesday and Saturday. which charts the history of the town, A fortnightly farmers market is also held and a tourist information centre. The in the town centre every second Saturday town is easily accessible by bus (X53 of the month, and is said to be one of the Axminster), alternatively you can walk largest in Dorset. Palmers Brewery in along the riverbank footpath near the Bridport dates back to the 18th century Riverside restaurant or West Bay Road. It and tours (with beer tasting) are available is approximately a 1.9-mile walk. MBO
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Length (LOA): 7.46m / 24ft 6in Beam: 2.5m / 8ft 2in Displacement: 1,750kg (ex engine) Fuel capacity: 230 litres Water capacity: 40 litres RCD category: C Parker 750 DC Engine as tested: 1x Mercury Verado 250hp Other engine options: Single outboard 200hp to 300hp Price from £64,445
62 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 63 “The new stepped hull promises fuel savings of 10% across the board”
There is plenty of comfortable seating for the whole family in the cockpit
hen you think of Parker the rev range as well as bathing platform. Just above the water boats, you might think of an increase in the top there are a pair of small platforms that sportsfishers, like the 690 and speed. Our 750DC allow easy boarding from either side and, W800 that we have tested previously. This was also sporting one because they extend to the full beam of the is understandable, as they do build some of the new range of boat, make boarding from both the stern, good models in this style, but there is hull colours, Cognac or alongside, easy. From here you step up much more to Parker. You may not know, in this case, which onto a raised aft full-width platform in for example, that they build a range of together with the use front of the engine. Although, initially, this RIBs, and that they also offer a few sporty of quality materials area appears to be a wasted opportunity GRP boats. We have just tested one of the and contrasting to enlarge the cockpit, it does offer a great latter and, having been impressed with the trim, immediately area for those whose boating involves quality of their sportsfishers, were keen to gives the 750 the getting into the water. You can sit on this see if they can also hit the spot in the day impression of class area with your feet on the lower sections cruiser market. and luxury but, while you get kitted up, and, because the The Parker 750DC is not a brand new is it just that, an topsides extend right to the transom, model, having actually been first launched impression, or does it offers a safe working environment a few years back, but the 750DC we are it go more than when mooring etc, aided by two chunky testing does have some very new features, gelcoat deep? handrails on the transom moulding. There notably a new stepped hull that is said to Access onboard the is also a towing pole mount in the floor, deliver fuel savings of up to 10% across 750 is via a two level nicely recessed to avoid tripping or the The canopy adds useful sheltered living space
64 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 65 “The cockpit oozes quality, and is brimming with clever features”
an infill to be fitted, which creates a large sunpad. The infill cushion is stored below the transom seat, where you will also find the boat’s canopy. Below this, the floor of the locker lifts to access the fuel tank and bilge. A couple of touches here are typical little quality hallmarks of the Parker brand. The locker itself is fitted with two gas struts to hold it open while you put up or take down the canopy, and the canopy framework itself is fitted with gas struts to assist with erecting it, and to save the usual battle of holding it up with Clever features abound. A transom ‘boot’ and a Facilities in the cabin provide overnight pull-out hob for basic hot provisioning possibilities, with good under-berth storage one hand, while trying to get the first few fixings in with the other. While the transom locker may already when working through the options list stubbing of toes. One point to make is that access a very useful locker of the type that be taken, as far as storage goes, you won’t as it will improve your crew’s enjoyment the lower bathing platforms are ringed you would normally expect to see on much be short of places to keep stuff in the and participation when underway. by a sturdy stainless steel rail that offers larger boats. cockpit. There is a locker under the port Underfoot, the cockpit, and bathing protection to the vulnerable GRP corners, To starboard, access to the cockpit side seating and a nice big floor locker platform areas, on our test boat were and provides a useful grab rail for anyone comes via a small transom gate, a useful beneath the cockpit table. You also get fitted with the optional Cerdeck flooring. in the water. This rail, while adding safety feature if you have youngsters or more storage beneath the navigator’s seat, This Italian teak effect flooring is soft and protection to the fibreglass, looks quite a dog onboard. Once inside the cockpit, unless you chose the drawer fridge option grippy underfoot, while being tough and vulnerable itself, especially as it extends you realise that the space out on the that otherwise fits here. hardwearing. Most importantly, it doesn’t out slightly beyond the beam of the boat, transom does not feel wasted at all. To The navigator’s seat is a nice sized get hot like some synthetic flooring when so care will be needed when mooring. port and along the transom you get a double with a flappable backrest to the sun is shining. Aft storage on the 750 is particularly huge L-shaped seating area that should allow it to become part of the aft cockpit In front of the navigator’s seat is a small impressive. On the raised section of aft easily accommodate the whole family. The seating when not underway. This seat galley facility. You won’t be cooking a deck you get two decent sized wet lockers, nice teak table may not be ideally sized offers good shelter when underway with meal for four here, but the fold-out hob one either side of the central panel that for sitting and dining around, but for a conveniently placed grabrail and small and small sink are useful features, and lifts to reveal the engine well and allow socialising and snacking it looks perfect, storage compartment in the coaming. On will keep your crew in hot tea and bacon the engine to fully tilt. On top of this you and folds in half to provide additional our test boat there was no windscreen sandwiches when out for a long day or the also get a ‘boot’ arrangement, where the space in the cockpit when not needed. As wiper on this side, which is something that occasional overnighter. middle section of the transom lifts to you would expect, the table drops, allowing any potential owner might want to address The helm comprises an adjustable
66 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 67 The helm combines with great performance to deliver an excellent driving experience
performance As tested 25% fuel 0% water 3 crew Force 3 *Fuel flow figures are taken from generic data and may not accurately represent the fuel usage in this combination RPM Knots LPH GPH MPG Range “With the Verado 250, (nm) Idle 600 2.3 1.5 0.33 6.97 353 the 750DC will hit 1000 4.3 3.0 0.66 6.52 330 1500 6.0 6.1 1.34 4.48 226 2000 7.2 9.9 2.18 3.30 167 42 knots” 2500 9.8 15.9 3.50 2.80 142 3000 12.3 19.7 4.33 2.84 143 single bucket style seat with supportive 3500 19.1 25.4 5.59 3.42 173 toilet compartment, but a toilet can be Underway sides, a high back and a lifting bolster. The 4000 24.5 29.5 6.49 3.78 191 fitted below the starboard side seating, and Our test boat was fitted with a 250hp console comes in contrasting grey gelcoat 4500 30.9 39.4 8.67 3.56 180 you get decent sitting headroom, despite supercharged Mercury Verado, which and is a simple, yet practical, design. A 5000 35.3 59.5 13.1 2.69 136 the sleek, low profile of the foredeck. To provided great acceleration, good 5500 40.0 74.3 16.3 2.45 124 9-inch multifunction display was installed 5700 42.5 86.8 19.1 2.23 113 starboard there is a small sink, and to port a performance and a very good top speed. in the centre on our test boat, with engine useful cupboard. The area can be in-filled to From standstill, the boat would be on the gauges placed neatly either side. This puts create a good-sized double berth, and there plane within three seconds and hitting 35 everything you need to see at a glance used to steady yourself when standing at the is good storage below both to port and in knots just nine seconds later. If you keep when underway at the same focal point, helm, or to grab onto when going back and the bow, where the optional bow thruster is going, the boat will top out at just over 42 with switches and controls placed lower forth to the foredeck. fitted. The cabin has two, sleek fixed ports knots. What all this means is that the 250 down and to either side of the steering Up on the foredeck you get a non-slip and an overhead opening hatch, all of which is more than capable of providing all the wheel. Alongside the helm there are three deck and some low rails to offer a little bit provide plenty of light and ventilation. power the average user might need, whether moulded steps, again laid with Cerdeck, of security. At the bow, the boat has a good- For the occasional overnighter, the 750DC they are looking for a cruiser, dayboat or that provide foredeck and bow access sized anchor locker and, if you tick the box provides perfectly adequate facilities but, of watersports platform. Drop back to 25 knots through the central opening part of the for the optional anchor winch, you will find it course, this boat is a day cruiser, and that and the 750 feels like it is taking a stroll in windscreen. Another nice touch here is the nicely concealed below the anchor locker lid. means it is all about the cockpit and the the park, and is a lovely cruising speed for solid stainless steel grab rail that is fixed to The cabin of the 750DC is pretty standard driving experience. The former is very good, longer passages, as well as being at its most the top frame of the windscreen and can be fare for this style of boat. There is no separate the latter is even better. economical. The helm ergonomics delivers a
68 November 2017 Motorboat Owner © Digital Marine Media Ltd 69 good driving experience, whether standing, the design and produced these kinds of fuel leaning or seated, with the latter being savings? particularly comfortable and sheltered behind the screen. Conclusion The hull does throw up a bit of wash The 750DC not only looks the part, it quite a long way forward during the has performance, build and materials to transition from displacement to planing, back it up. I came away hugely impressed and this can get blown back into the and can honestly say that, while it edges The canopy framework is held up with gas struts cockpit, making it a bit wet for those sitting towards Scandinavian pricing, it can also Twin steps in the new TSI hull appear to have to make erection and packing away much easier aft, but once up, the boat drives well with compete in terms of build quality, on delivered astonishing fuel savings and extra speed good poise, a dry ride, and an ability to the water performance and looks. The soak up the small chop that we experienced level readings, but trust me when I say use of quality materials and nice colour speed freaks, but for those looking for an with zero fuss. Any spray that made it that for a small, open cockpit, outboard schemes, together with an excellent driving extra few knots, and the pontoon kudos that onto the screen is quickly dealt with by the powered boat, the 750DC, combined with experience and fantastic performance, comes with having bigger numbers on your pantograph wiper, and the steering was the 250hp Verado, is about as quiet as I really makes the 750DC hard to fault. With cowling, the 300hp equipped 750DC with light, smooth and perfectly balanced. The have experienced, even at full throttle. the 250 Verado on the back you get a boat the new stepped hull has been measured at electronic throttle was also set up just right, While we haven’t tested the version of that should satisfy all but the most ardent 47 knots. delivering just enough friction to maintain this boat with the old hull, I have been control, without being overly stiff. The given some independent test figures that ENQUIRIES: Parker Boats www.parkerpoland.eu for your nearest dealer hull is affected by weight distribution and indicate the new hull has certainly made wind, so the optional trim tabs are most the right kind of differences. On a like definitely needed. The Zip Wake system, for like basis, with a 300hp Suzuki fitted, You May ALSO LIKE with automatic setting, as fitted to our test the top speed is around 7% higher and, boat, was certainly up to the job. amazingly, the extra speed comes with Slow speed and close quarters a 13% saving in fuel. Match the speed manoeuvring was also very controlled of the new hulled version with the top and precise and, although fitted with the speed of the old boat, 44 knots, and the optional bow thruster, which is nice to fuel savings are an incredible 20%. Even have, it certainly didn’t feel like it was at everyday cruising speeds of around 30 Finnmaster T7 Bayliner 742 Atlantic Marine 720DC essential. knots, there is still a 15% reduction in fuel The T7 is a quality Bayliner are masters at The new kid on the block, Perhaps the most surprising thing we used. For this, Parker deserves enormous outboard-powered package delivering a great package this 720DC is also Polish noted was just how quiet and refined the credit. Can you imagine the fuss a car that squeezes in an extra at a good price. It is fitted built and comes with a Mercury Verado was. We didn’t take noise manufacturer would make if they tweaked berth, with engine options with an inboard petrol or choice of outboard options up to 250hp (tested Nov16). diesel (tested July 14). up to 300hp. LOA: 7.0m LOA: 7.47m LOA: 7.47m Beam: 2.59m Beam: 2.51m Beam: 2.45m Displacement: 1550kg ex eng Displacement: 1850kg Displacement: 1380kg ex eng Enquiries: Ideal Boat Enquiries: Bates Wharf Enquiries: Gibbs Boat Sales 01758 703013 01932 571141 01202 233000 www.idealboat.com www.bateswharf.co.uk www.gibbsboatsales.co.uk PRICE from £69,988 PRICE from £48,810 PRICE from £47,313
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Viking 275 - New Boat - Mariner 40EFI Viking 215 – New Boat – Mariner 20hp Broom 30HT Coupe – New Boat - Nanni 65 The Broom 395 Aft cabin – New Boat – Twin Volvo D4 360 A fantastic family river cruiser with full bathing platform and The 215 offers 6’headroom throughout, a 4 berth design, galley and All new 30HT with full sunroof to the hard top, Graphite colored Split galley design with Classic interior package, Heating, Inverter, transom boarding. Interior with 3 cabins and 6 berths, Inventory shower/toilet room with cockpit seating for 5 and bathing platform hard top and hull,Teak cockpit, Bow thruster, Hull windows.The Bow thruster, Powered folding mast, 2Tv’s, Autopilot,VHF, GPS includes Bow thruster, Holding Tank , Heating, Shore Power and boarding. Inventory with Hot & Cold water,oven, hob, grill & fridge. A cabin gives 4 berths a large toilet and galley with Corian worktops. Plotter, Cockpit BBQ Stainless windows.The 395 offers tremendous Battery ChaGlastronrger Afloat to view Gtat Cav185ersham. - New Boat great packageGlastron that is also trailerable, GS259View – at N theew London Boat Part ExchangeBROO possibilitiesM 35 C –VieOUPEw at Lon- Ndonew BoaBoatt Show spaceJ withetttwinenmaster Becabacinsh both 45 with - ensuite New facilities, BoatLarge Viking 275 - New Boat - Mariner 40EFI Viking 215 – New Boat – Mariner 20hp Broom 30HT Coupe – New Boat - Nanni 65 The Broom 395 Aft cabin – New Boat – Twin Volvo D4 360 STAND B140 LONDON £61,588 inc VAT Boat Show - Call for Tickets £34,083 inc Vat call for tickets . £155,000 Inc Vat galley and saloon, AVAILABLE NOW £452,503 Inc Vat SingleA fantastic 200hp family Volvo river cruiser Penta with full V6-220C bathing platform engine. and TheSingle215 offers Volvo 6’headroom Penta throughout, V6-280C/DP a 4 berth design, petrol galley and All newSingle 30HT withNanni full sunroof 50hp.to the 4 hard berths,top, Graphite colored SplTwinit galley Volvo design Penta with Classic D4/300 interior package, diesels.Heating, Inverter, shower/toilet room with cockpit seating for 5 and bathing platform hard top and hull,Teak cockpit, Bow thruster, Hull windows.The Bow thruster, Powered folding mast, 2Tv’s, Autopilot,VHF, GPS Stylishtransom bowrider. boarding.Sessa C30 In Bimini,terior–2007with–T 3wincockpitcabinsVolvandoD3- 6cover,190 berths,Diesels In ventrailertory Stevens 1240DLsterndrive. – 1999 - Perkins 4-berthSabre 135L sportscruiserF Viking Seamaster with 28- 2012 - 40HP Honda 2013 galleyViking down 24 –1998 version–Honda 30 (2012) . Averytidy Contemporary aluminium fast displacement includes BowLethruster,mar BowThrusterHolding,RaymarineTank C80 , HeatChartping,lotterShore,HoldingPoTank,wer and Bow/Stern Thrusboarding.ters. bow and Inv sternentory thrusters. with Hot This & Cold water,oveAn, great hob, family grill & boat fridge. that A will navigate the entirecab in gives 4 berthsexample a large of theVitoikinglet 24 withandan galleyew outboar withdin2Cor012ian withwor full ktops. Plotter, Cockpit BBQ Stainless windows.The 395 offers tremendous servicehistory, Features 4berths,Hot and cold water, spaciousContactWalton ContactRacecourse NewCanopy, Ju£39,035st Serviced,Animmaculate 4berth sports cruiser ContacDutchtUpton steel cruisergreatgenerous package been restored that double is to also a very trailerable, mid Viewberth at widebeam£99,950 the London UK inlandCo waterwayntactT systemhames with 6Part &KExchangeennet possibilities£199,950 –View at London Boat Show spacehardtop with twin master cruisercabins both€965,580 with ensuite facilities, Large Battery Chargerat homeAflo inlandat to or onview the coatast Cav,LargeerCosham.ckpit with seating for6in standard. With comfortable accommodation berths £44,500 - Also 2013 INBOARD AT £69,500 cockpit with sunbed conversion. Agood family riverboatoffered at STAND B140ease,Cabin LONDON with separate mid cabin and£61,588toilet room. inc VAT and sleepingBoat for 7. TwoShow owners - Call fromfor new Tickets £34,083VISIT THE incTINGDENEVat / VIKING STAND AT calTHEl for ticketsacompetitiv . efigure. Afloatand ready£155,000to trial. £19,950 Inc Vat galley and saloon, AVAILABLE NOW £452,503 Inc Vat NIMBUS 305 COUPÉ NIMBUS 33 NOVA COUPÉ NIMBUS 42 NOVA 2006 NIMBUS NOVA 33 £69,950 £135,950 LONDON BOAT SHOW - NEW Viking 295 This award wining model is here in Lymington ready Year 2003 Lying Lymngton Price £95,000 Vat Paid Year 2006 Lying Eastbourne £195,000. With great options 2 x D6 2003 With low hours & a great specification. A MUST see ! PRE OWNED BOATS for viewings & sea trial. Feel The Difference ! Price £ P.O.A. 2 x KAD 300 Engines. In good condition with sensible extras 370HP Engines. Great spec. Cruising in style! Stern drives. Full service history. Lying in Lymington £95,000 VAT Paid ContactRacecourseContactRacecourse ContacCotUptonntactUpton ContactThames &Kennet ContactThamesContac&KtWennetalton ContactWalton Contact Windsor Racecourse Contact Windsor Racecourse Contact Thames & Kennet Contact Thames & Kennet
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Perfect for European cruising back helm seat, Cut out servicehistory, Features 4berths,Hot and cold water, spacious NewCanopy, Just Se345rv isicedaverys,Anipaciousmmacula boatwith 4bteerths4berth and saloon, sports open cruiser plan to berths andDutchcockpit withsteel seating for6inc cruiseromfort. been restored to aAstounding very specification - £219,000widebeam UK inlandHullsides waterway for easy boarding. system Excellent with condition6 at home inland or onfore thecabin,co easyast deck,Large and transomCockpit access with,inimmacula seatingte order.for6in £49,950standard. With comfortable accommodationONE OF 3 BARGES AND 6 WIDEberths BEAMS £ 44,500 - Also£32,950 2013 INBOARD AT £69,500 cockpit with sunbed conversion. Agood family riverboatoffered at ease,Cabin with separ£69,950ate mid cabin and toilet room. and sleeping for 7. Two owners from newAVAILABLE AT THAMES & KENNETVISIT MARINA THE TINGDENE / VIKING STAND AT THE acompetitivefigure. Afloatand ready to trial. £19,950 Sessa C30 –2007 –Twin VolvoD3-190 Diesels Stevens 1240DL – 1999 - Perkins Sabre 135L F Viking Seamaster 28- 2012 - 40HP Honda 2013 Viking 24 –1998 –Honda 30 (2012) . Averytidy SUNSEEKER HAWK 27 PARAGON 31 FLY 2012 £69,950 £135,950 LONDON BOAT SHOW - NEW Viking 295 example of theViking 24 with anew outboardin2012 with full Year 1989 Lying Lymington Price £30,000 Vat Paid Full service history. 2 Owner boat great extra’s & well maintained CoLentacmartRBoacecoursewThruster,Raymarine C80 Chartplotter,HoldingCoTank,ntactUpton Bow/Stern Thrusters. bow andCo sternntactT thrusters.hames &Kennet This A greatContact familyWal boatton that will navigate the entire 2005 Regal 2665 Commodore Twin Volvo AQ 211A Engines Good Condition Lying in the water in Poole soon in Lymington. £175,000VAT Paid Dutch steelJeanneau cruiser been Prestige restored 32 to a very Broom 35 Coupe servicehistory, FeatBroomures 4berths ,H33ot and cold water, spacious NewCanopy, Just SeSrvealineiced,Animmacula F34 te 4berth sports cruiser widebeam UK inland waterway system with 6 Fitted with Yanmar 240hp Diesel 2005at - homeTwin inlandVolvo or Penta on the co D4/EVC/DPast,Large Cockpit diesels. with seating Flybridgefor6inContac tUpton2002standard. - Twin With Volvo comfortable TAMD41 diesels. accommodation 4-6 berth ContactThames2013berths &K- Twin £ennet44,500 Nanni -170 Also diesels. 2013 INBOARD Versatile hardtop AT £69,500Co ntactW1992alton co- ckpitTwin with Mercruiser sunbed conv D219ersion. 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Part exchange considered room and shower, bow and stern thrusters £37,950antifouled and polished, bowthruster £104,950 £79,950 £189,950 £74,500 ContactRacecourse ContactUpton ContactThames &Kennet ContactWalton Contact Windsor Racecourse Contact Windsor Racecourse Contact Thames & Kennet Contact Thames & Kennet SEALINE S34 - 1999 - Twin Volvo KAD43 230hp Sealine 305 Statesman –1989 -Twin Volvo Broom Ocean 34 - 1998 - Sabre Perkins 135 A very Regal 2665 Commodore, 2004, Yanmar A well presented S34 with a good specification 200hp Diesel Engines. 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C330Twin Volvo Penta IN D3 STOCK 220hp Diesels.bowthruster,New Huge Seal airTwin con, TAMD INfull enav480hp F530 kit Diesels.£134,950 5 berths,bow generator, / stern thrusters,PO Singlea inverter Yanmar low 75hp hrs Diesel.from 4 berths, heating, Due Soon. 4 berths, Teak laid cockpit, LED lighting, Flip new. £149,950 in stock Great Specification. 2007Huge Specification. Specification. bowthruster, air con, full nav kit £134,950 bow / stern thrusters, inverter low hrs from A superb 2 cabin, 2 en suite, saloon, galley and Brand New Sealine S330. Twin Volvo Brand New Sealine C330. Twin Volvo Brand New Sealine F530. Twin Volvonew. £149,950 Featuring Autopilot,Plotter,NewTeak on bathing platform, New Averytidy S28with new canopies and cockpit upholstery, fully 2007 Penta D3 220hp diesels. Cruising Penta D3 220hp diesels. Cruising Penta IPS800 diesels. 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Hull sides for easy boarding. Excellent condition Special offer pric £31,500 6 berths, full nav kit, holding tank, folding generator, aircon, heating, huge specification. bow thruster, heating. Great Condition. bowthruster, radar, gps, plotter. £169,950. radar, gps, chartplotter, heating, bowthruster.
Astounding specification - £219,000 radar arch. £114,950 £95,000 Please call for viewing. £124,950 ‘2013 SC35 due in soon’. £92,500. 345 is averyspacious boatwith 4berths and saloon, open plan to 2012berths - and Twincockpit Volvo with Penta seating D4for6inc dieselomfor sterndrives.t. 2009 - Twin Volvo Penta D6-330 diesels. Spacious, 1988 - Twin Ford Mermaid 110 turbo diesels. ContactRacecourse ContactUpton ContactThames &Kennet Contact Walton SealINe SC35 New SealINe C430 Due auguST 2009 JeaNNeau PreSTIge 42S £185,000 to view our Choice01932 of two 570055 from 2010 to 2011 Twin Volvo IPS 600 POD drives & Twin Volvo IPS 500 370hp. Raymarine Caversham Lakes Maidenhead Road UptonMarina £32,950 with twin D4 260hp to D4 300hp from Joystick Control, Navigation pack, nav package, Electric sunroof, Electric 4-6fo reberthcabin, flybridge easy deck and cruiser. transom acFullcess engine,inimmacula & outdrivete order. £49,950 ONE OF 3 BARGES AND 6 WIDE BEAMS See£155,[email protected] 100’s of boats cruisingfor pack,sale Comfort at pack, Bow galley, Generator, Tender garage, Popular sportscruiser offering 2 cabins and 4-6 4-6 berth aft cabin cruiser. Bowthruster, teak cockpit, Comfortable, easy to handle aft cabin cruiser. Please01932 call for 570055 full specifications thruster, Hi/Low Platform Great 6-berth accommodation with Penton Hook Marine Sales, Penton Hook Marina, Staines Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8PQ [email protected] call for specifications & prices full width master cabin. Clean, one Contact Walton owner from new. Henley Road Windsor Uptonupon Severn boats for sale FormerlyPenton www.thamesboatsales.co.uk Hook Marine Sales,Boats Penton purchased. Hook Part Marina, exchange Staines available Road,on all boats Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 8PQ Brand new £69,950 AVAILABLE AT THAMES & KENNET MARINA Penton hook.indd 1 15/10/2015 13:17 service, new anodes & exterior re-upholstery Sealine S330 berths, Bowthruster, BSS certificate 2020 2+2 layout, inverter, Raymarine E120 & radar Bowthruster, Fisher Panda 3.5kw generator Single Volvo Penta D6 330hp Diesel. In Stock. Great Library Picture Penton hook.indd 1 Specifi cation. Penta D6 15/10/2015 13:17 330hp Diesel. In Stock. Great £36,950 Brand new Sealine S330 new Sealine F380 Brand new Sealine C330 2000 Fairline targa 43 2009 Jetten 37aC Fairline Phantom 38 Specifi cation. with Single Volvo Penta D6 330hp Diesel. with Twin Volvo Penta D6 330hp Diesels. Twin Volvo Penta D3 220hp Diesels. Huge Twin TAMD 480hp Diesels. 5 berths, generator, Single Yanmar 75hp Diesel. 4 berths, heating, Due Soon. Reading Berkshire Worcestershire in stock Great Specification. Huge Specification. Specification. bowthruster, air con, full nav kit £134,950 bow / stern thrusters, inverter low hrs from , Berkshire new. £149,950 £59,500 2007
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www.stuhaynes.co.uk Motorboat Owner and will, in a small way,and inasmall will, help to protect the winterisingstrictly but fits in with well it This outis not somecarry servicing. work clothes you may want to consider While you are on boat the and inyour wash and arecoat of wax. should require nothing more than aquick meaning re-commissioning in spring contaminates and any UVover winter, protectit will gelcoat the from airbourne quality waxat of beginning the winter as give boat the awash and acoat of good is boats the exterior. It to idea is agood form of dehumidifier.section The last can tech go high route the and some use ventilation at to keep mildew bay or you youthem, can ensure boat the has good can simply home them take and store it throughsee winter the unscathed. You steps to to take ensurefurnishings soft the interior of boat. the There aresome simple caught out withone. this Next comes the common and Ihave personally been boatsthe freshwater supply are far more some precautions, stories of damage to possibly most because owners dotake engine damage are quite thankfully rare, temperaturethe dips. Although of tales water, is most the prone to damage when system of it because which, fresh is full occur. Next comes domestic the water is where most the expensive damage can important is winterising engine the as this into anumber of differentjobs. The most protecting boat the broken can be down The complete process winterisingof and possibility, of alarge repair bill. doing to save and, worry the evenremote bit of preventative work is well worth even here, Iwouldoccur so suggest alittle it, but is not unheard of for damage to damaged tap, but it could beyour engine Freezing water can split metal, a this is soon as springsoon has sprung. remainboat will as safe and serviceable throws at us coming inthe months, your that regardless of what mother nature to your boat, and you can relax knowing pages, or at least ones the that are relevant follow steps the on detailed next the few So, how doyou winterise aboat? Simply of start the next season. most importantly, completed for intime repair out carried should painless and be and,Christmas aside, expense getting the waiting for repairs. Find aproblem before to eating start into your while season is busiestthis their you time, so are likely of adecent engineer as services the secure springthe and hard you be will pressed to your engine oil. Find aproblem like in this water inyour outdrive oil, or worse in still ofsort thing we are referring to is finding that might show The up during aservice. lots of with any to time deal problems butseason, most importantly, it gives you spares and order some ones new for next opportunity to up use your existing engine engine’sthe inner workings, it’s agreat spring, it has niceclean oil protecting means that boat the is ready to go inthe boat over winter. engine Afreshly serviced BY NEALEBYART
2 Paul & Sandra Field Sandra & Paul HOW TO IN 9 STEPS 7 8 9 PART 1 PRACTICAL The Engine If your engine is fresh water cooled the block itself should be protected with antifreeze already so you just need to displace the raw water that is trapped in the heat exchangers with an antifreeze mixture. Raw water engines will need an antifreeze solution run right through the engine so An alterative to inhibiting Once the engine is inhibited Place a sign on the helm will need running up to temperature first. an engine with antifreeze remove the impeller and to advise that the engine is to drain it. Check your store it for the winter to should not be started due 1 2 3 owner’s manual for the reduce distortion. Replace to winterisation. This could drain points on your engine the pump faceplate if the also remind you to replace and follow the instructions boat is staying afloat to the impeller and open the carefully to ensure you reduce the chance of water seacock if required. remove all of the raw water. entering the engine room.
HOW TO IN 9 STEPS On a freshwater cooled Mix a solution of antifreeze On a shaft drive boat close PART 2 engine the captive antifreeze and water at a ratio of 1:1. the seacock and remove the Domestic water systems mix should be changed Around five litres of mixture raw water strainer cap. Pour every two years. Change it, is usually enough per engine the mix into the strainer As previously mentioned the domestic water system is most prone or if it not due, check the so a 5 litre container of with the engine running and to frost damage. You can inhibit it with a non-toxic antifreeze but we strength to ensure it is up to antifreeze should be enough shut the engine off just as recommend simply emptying the system completely to remove any the job. for most twin engine boats. the mix runs out. threat of expansion damage.
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On a stern drive boat you Outboards often have a Antifreeze is toxic so it Drain your domestic water Remove the connections Open one tap at a time and have a choice of feeding flushing port which you should not be allowed to tank to remove as much from your domestic water blow water through the the antifreeze mix through can use to introduce an enter the water or soak into water as possible by running pump. Using a dinghy pump pumps outlet pipe until only the leg via a set of muffs, or antifreeze mix. Alternatively the ground. Try and catch a tap. There will always be blow back through the inlet air comes out of the tap, by removing an inlet pipe use a pair of muffs or the expelled antifreeze mix a small amount of water hose to ensure there is no then close the tap. Do this to inside the boat. Check first simply lower the leg into in a bucket. If this is not remaining in the bottom of water trapped in the hose each tap, both hot and cold that the hose is not below a container filled with an possible consider using non- the tank but this won’t cause from the tank to the pump. not forgetting any cockpit or the waterline if still afloat. antifreeze mix. toxic polyethylene glycol. a problem. transom mounted taps. 3 First published December 2013, updated Oct 17 Motorboat Owner 4 PRACTICAL 5 when waterwhen inside freezes. have known to been crack pumpthe body, as these to remove any water from settingpumped on dry the Manual toilets should be them open.them ofall taps the and leave filterthe element. Now open opportunitya good to clean trapped inside. Thisalso is filter and empty any water Remove water the pump 4 7 empty it. drainthe valve on to this have agas water heater open last of water the out. If you open itcock, and drain the If your calorifier has adrain the waterthe instep 7. pan as you are excavating little vegetable oil down the lubricated you could pour a To and valves keep seals the 5 8 First published December 2013,updated Oct17 First pump filter inside. opportunity to clean the out. Again is this agood remove lidand the mop it arethey empty. If necessary sumps on board, ensure If you have any shower possible. and leave as them empty as water pump tanks, out them If you have grey or black 6 9 them in the spring. the in them yourself anote to remove is fine This but ports. make up exhaust and ventilation Many like to bung owners PART 3 Motorboat Owner good sense to consider sense good doing you while them are on aroll. practice rather and winterising, good than strictly servicing but it makes jobs These are morereally amixture of preventative maintenance, day, save will electricity. in timer, for set 6hours a better job. One with abuilt- version a muchelectric does you have no power, but an can chemical ones use if to keep boat the dry. You A dehumidifier helpwill any points. grease and some into squirt grease anygrease movable linkages spray.a good You can also and any electricals exposed engines,the mechanicals protection product, give Using acorrosion HOW TO IN9STEPS 1 4 Other jobs Other fresh. stabiliser to keep fuel the is impractical, addsome fuel are leftempty, best this or if left empty. Petroltanksfuel condensation problems, or to brim, the to reduce filled can tanks Diesel be such as water oil. inthe check for major problems It an is opportunity also to contaminant lubricant. free engine are coated inclean components of the thatso internal the Change engine the oil, 2 5 of year the much easier. makecertainly first the wash with ashine,season and will help it into see new the boatsthe exterior should coatA good of over waxall gears winter. all water sloping around your here and you don’t want that uncommon to find water in outboard legs.It’s not oil on sterndrive and It’s same the with gearbox 3 6
6 PRACTICAL 7 early ifrequired. busy inspring, get so in refurbish propellers get very engineers, people the who damage. good Like Check your props for 7 Q&A them intothem athermostat at set around 24/7,consider them running plugging engine damage. than Rather simply room to keep frost at bay and prevent greenhouse tube heaters engine inthe reliable shorepower you can put some and cockpit outlets. If you have susceptible such parts as transom if you can decommission most the If you to it, doneed use perhaps see on board and marina the use facilities. simply not it. use Take bottled water do with domestic the water system is consuming.time easiest Thething to aftereach is use goingbe costly to and engine and domestic water supply throughout winter, the inhibiting the If you are planning on using boat the the boat in commission? What about leaving good time to time getgood done. this requirements. Winter is a equipment have all service EPIRBs and fire fighting lifejackets, liferafts, PLBs, equipment. Items such as Inspect your safety 8 parameters. tekview-solutions.com outside fall if they of preset the temperatures on board, and alert to apower monitor loss, also it will Tekview Ltd not will you only alert supply fails. The Envirotxtfrom unplugs your boat, or power ifthe youthat alert ifsomeone will to invest inashorepower monitor boat from it freezing, idea is agood reliantto be to stop on electric your before starting up. If you are going Just remember to remove plugs the totoo help keep any warmth in. blocking up engine the room vents to You freezing. should consider temperaturethe is getting close that only3°C so they come on when First published December 2013,updated Oct17 First for any length of time. arethey going leftidle to be batteries are charged fully if required and ensure that the in your batteries, top up if electrolyteCheck the levels 9