Geoff Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 31 minutes ago, Saintly Fish said: @Gordmac How about something outside the box? https://www.theyachtmarket.com/en/boat-for-sale/1853573/ Wow - some find Neil - that boat really appeals to me, sadly way beyond my budget and anyway I would not have enough time to build one!! - and 87 super pics to boot☺️. Geoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 11 minutes ago, Geoff said: Wow - some find Neil - that boat really appeals to me, sadly way beyond my budget and anyway I would not have enough time to build one!! - and 87 super pics to boot☺️. Geoff. Yeah it’s a proper boat Geoff. Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 I've always loved the Aquadors but the 28 although very well built and for its size has copious amounts of internal space is pretty much useless for fishing as the cockpit space is tiny. If you were specifically looking for one of those that is a goodun Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captin slows old outlaw Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 2 hours ago, JonC said: Big day for the England team tomorrow, they have a very good score to defend but it’s going to be hard to take 9 wickets in a days play. A very good performance on Indian soil so far for the tourists. now who is high jacking the thread, bad boy, Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 3 hours ago, captin slows old outlaw said: now who is high jacking the thread, bad boy, Just ignore him Pete. He does it deliberately to get a reaction 🤣 JonC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 10 hours ago, Maverick said: useless for fishing as the cockpit space is tiny Yea Martin, I agree whole heartedly with that. We looked at one and discounted it for our own needs because of that. However, if @Gordmacisnt a fishing nut like most of us then it could be perfect for his needs. Especially when the bifold doors are opened right up, it really does then bring the outside inside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 What's this Jon - a ball by ball comentary? No wonder it's a bit quiet on here!!! Geoff. JonC and Saintly Fish 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 8 minutes ago, Geoff said: What's this Jon - a ball by ball comentary? No wonder it's a bit quiet on here!!! Geoff. Geoff, please just ignore him. JonC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordmac Posted February 9, 2021 Author Share Posted February 9, 2021 Thanks. I think the BT 25 would be too small for me, the 27 I had a look at and I wouldn't want a smaller one as the cabin and wheelhouse would be too cramped. I think that one has been advertised for a while, brokers don't seem to remove ads when a boat sells! Big semi displacement boats like the Aquabell tend to use a lot of fuel for not a lot of speed. Far too much wood in that one, not a fan of wood in boats. The Rodman is on my interesting list, a bit over budget but ono, been advertised for a while. Would like a look at it. The Starfisher has twin 150hp, how would that compare to your single 260hp? My thinking was not that much more than the twin 120s in my previous boat and it would maybe do 17kn flat out. I quite like the Aquador 28C, would like a look at one. Looked at a 25C which was a bit cramped. That one has been advertised for a very long time, I suspect it has sold as it doesn't seem to be on the brokerage. Thanks for the suggestions. Geoff 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 7 minutes ago, JonC said: Have you gone off the game Geoff? Jon, I enjoyed PLAYING cricket in junior school, but when they changed from using tennis ball to those solid lumps I discovered that it hurt if the ball hit you. Cricket then became a no no for me. WATCHING cricket has never been of any interest to me - especially test matches that seem to drag on forever. I must admit that the current trend of fixed over cricket is less boring, but I am waiting for a ONE over series to be introduced. Geoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 2 minutes ago, Geoff said: Jon, I enjoyed PLAYING cricket in junior school, but when they changed from using tennis ball to those solid lumps I discovered that it hurt if the ball hit you. Cricket then became a no no for me. WATCHING cricket has never been of any interest to me - especially test matches that seem to drag on forever. I must admit that the current trend of fixed over cricket is less boring, but I am waiting for a ONE over series to be introduced. Geoff. @JonC and @Geoff can you please stop ruining Gords thread. Thanks Andy135 and JonC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captin slows old outlaw Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 8 hours ago, Andy135 said: Just ignore him Pete. He does it deliberately to get a reaction 🤣 i know, at least he is happy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 A lot of boat for the money.... https://mccmarine.co.uk/boats-for-sale/beneteau-antares-9-80-2/ JonC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 9 minutes ago, JonC said: That’s a beautiful boat, not for fishing here. Maybe in the med somewhere. Not for fishing here?? Are you mad? Of course it’s ok for fishing. Why would it not be, have you not seen the rod holders on it? It has a big deck for fishing, and a door to hide behind when it gets cold and nasty. It also has cushions. Geoff and Dicky 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 5 minutes ago, JonC said: It’s ‘Ok’ for fishing, but you could fish off anything that floats. It’s not a fishing boat, it’s not suited to uk style fishing, Take it down to the warmer climates south west of Spain for some sport fishing. I’m sorry but I do believe you are talking out of your arse. It may not be suitable for where you fish, but it’s absolutely fine for where I fish or I’m sure in Scotland where Gordon fishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 I'm with Fisty on this one. That Antares looks spot on for some winter whiting and dogfish dangling south of the Isle of Wight. Stay warm and scoff bacon rolls whilst lounging on candy-striped cushions in the cabin. What's not to like?? Saintly Fish and Geoff 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 9 minutes ago, JonC said: Ok, that’s obviously why we see so many people using them for angling. As a 100% fishing boat then no, now your being daft. @Gordmac however is after a boat that he can use for, cruising, entertaining AND fishing. This boat does it all. And is plenty big enough and comfy enough for 3-4 to fish on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 4 minutes ago, JonC said: Fish blood and guts This generally doesn’t get thrown around on the inside of a boat. There are such things as towels for whipping hands on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 2 minutes ago, JonC said: @Andy135 I noticed that you didn’t opt for a gin palace with fluffy cushions. Why was that? I don't like fluffy cushions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 10 minutes ago, JonC said: Why are you whipping anyone? Shhh! What happens on the boat, stays on the boat 😉 Saintly Fish 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 13 minutes ago, JonC said: 3 or 4 rods straight down, so long as the crew are tolerating of tangles Again your talking out of your butt. Andy and I can fish 4 on his boat. That Antares could fish 6 easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 Don't forget you can get some rod holders on those rails on the flybridge. Probably another four up front. Fish 6 easy, maybe even 8. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 The current owner clearly has his priorities in order. Can't think of a better reason to upgrade... 🍻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintly Fish Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 6 minutes ago, JonC said: From this picture it looks like there’s about 5’ of gunwale to fish along either side As I said in my opening statement to the house, it’s a beautiful boat, but not a fishing boat. You can get two on both sides and two on the stern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy135 Posted February 9, 2021 Share Posted February 9, 2021 Just now, JonC said: Yeah, it’ll be lovely on the fly bridge in December fishing for dogfish, dripping blood all over the crew bellow. That's what the awning is for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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