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by neilmac
Wed May 15, 2013 10:28 am
Forum: Technical Articles
Topic: Fish Finder or Depth Sounder
Replies: 6
Views: 3885

Fish Finder or Depth Sounder

Hi guys

I'm having problems with my old Fish finder and I'm thinking of replacing it and wondered about what others think on the choice of either a fish finder or a simple dash mounted depth sounder. I'm not that into fishing, rather just sail but I know I need to know the water depth.
by neilmac
Thu Apr 11, 2013 10:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first sail.... by Pete, an interesting read
Replies: 13
Views: 8447

Re: My first sail.... by Pete, an interesting read

Hi Pete First thing I bought was a MastMate SC. Its not just a strap but a very strong spring loaded system sheaved in strong nylon (I think). I also bought the RollerMate (which you need for the winch strap) On my first attempt using the winch once the mastmate came into play and a couple more turn...
by neilmac
Wed Mar 13, 2013 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another new Member looking for an Investigator 563
Replies: 4
Views: 2964

Re: Another new Member looking for an Investigator 563

Well 'Compass Rose" has a new home the other side of the Bay, thanks to Ian and Heather. I was hoping to get do my maiden voyage as the the new skipper today but the wind gods were against me... Anyway, I'm a very happy camper at the moment and I hope you guys you will cut me a bit of slack as ...
by neilmac
Tue Feb 12, 2013 1:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another new Member looking for an Investigator 563
Replies: 4
Views: 2964

Another new Member looking for an Investigator 563

Hi Guys Been going around and around in circles until I'm back here as the Investigator seems the right boat for me. I am a novice sailor having only had a pacer which is still sitting in the back yard looking a tad sad. I live in Melbourne - 15 minutes from the St Kilda Marina, have a Nissan Xtrail...