Hi just for I would join this forum as I am interested in boating and would like to learn to sail as well at some point.
So far my experience is limited to pottering around off the beach on calm days on a sit on top kayak and also a small inflatable with a 2.5hp outboard. Since I want something a bit more sea worthy than the inflatable and the possibility of doing a bit of sailing I have just bought a bigger more sea worthy boat.
Orkney Spinner 13 Skua
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252384221895
Going to be picking up on Saturday with a friend of mine who happens to know about boats and towing trailers so will have a bit of advice there as have never towed a trailer before. Want to use it to explore the coast and do a bit of fishing then when I am a bit more confident will try the sails.
I have a VHF radio and have done the RYA short range course, also have a Powerboat Level 2 booked for a months time so I can get some experience.
Will be looking for a 6HP outboard to go with it and have seen a long shaft Yamaha one I am going to bid on.
Anyway I am looking for advice on sailing and boating in general so thought I would say hello.
Thanks Graham