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quiz of the day
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Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Peroskia mtb
“All this nostalgia makes me want to build mine .. still in the box rare large fibreglass version from precedent even has the black and white picture book”
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3 years ago by quattroo
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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TEAM NZ GETTING READY FOR BARCELONA AT 50 KNOTS
“Mates, can you imagine riding on one foil, defining gravity? What a Rush In my day I would leap to the experience!! Now I just sit back and sip my J&Ts Trev”
4 posts 19 likes
3 years ago by pressonreguardless
Started 3 years ago by jbkiwi
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Quiz
“To be actually correct they are called " Submarine Cruise Missiles " as compared to Ground, Surface Ship or Air launched " Cruise Missiles "”
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3 years ago by NickD
Started 3 years ago by NickD
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QUIZ
“It would seem that is correct, a Gulet is a traditional Turkish boat, the only reference to Canoa I can find says it is a swift Native American canoe. The on…”
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3 years ago by Nickthesteam
Started 3 years ago by NickD
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Date line for old boats
“Model Boat Mahem have posted extracts from magazines in the past including advertisements from kit manufacturers. Googling also throws these up. I've come ac…”
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3 years ago by ChrisF
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Bognor MBC
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Started 3 years ago by Fred
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The late lovely Nerys (fleet Admiral)Update on Funeral arrangements
“Congratulations Fleet Admiral Rick Newby Welcome to the NATO Rank OF-10 group. Attached are your new insignia and Command Flag. Fly the flag from the top mas…”
19 posts 191 likes
3 years ago by RNinMunich
Started 3 years ago by Nerys
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MINI STORM SURGES IN A LOCAL ESTUARY
“Hi quite a rip tide there. Just returned from Oz and I enjoyed using a sit down (with a strap on seat) inflatable paddle board. Our son has a house that has …”
2 posts 11 likes
3 years ago by roycv
Started 3 years ago by jbkiwi
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From Boats to Band
“It's always interesting to learn what others do. Other hobbies they engage in. What their career is in. What their interests are beyond model ships. My late …”
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3 years ago by RodC
Started 3 years ago by Ronald
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Food for Thouhgt
“Hi John (pray forgive the informality), I operate on the principle of 'Once bitten twice shy'. I learned the hard way in my naive youth (as probably many oth…”
8 posts 56 likes
3 years ago by RNinMunich
Started 3 years ago by Newby7
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R.N.L.I. Mayday Walk
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Started 3 years ago by Fred
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Very sad news about Nerys plus update on her final boat project
“Hello, Alice I've been away from the website for a while doing other hobbies! And, I have just read such devastating news. I'd like to give my Sincerest Cond…”
28 posts 384 likes
3 years ago by figtree7nts
Started 3 years ago by Nerys
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power boats
“Well said Dr John F. Valid and prudent observations made relevant to the original question Regards Bill.”
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3 years ago by Scratchbuilder
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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In for a Dip
“Nothing Like a Morning Dip Happy all went well Trev”
14 posts 65 likes
3 years ago by pressonreguardless
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Question
“Colin l couldn’t agree more with you ! The site is dedicated to boats and many of us have diversified interests. It’s what keeps us all going.”
17 posts 69 likes
3 years ago by cdnfurball
Started 3 years ago by NickD
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Quiz Answer?
“I can shoulder some of the blame as I'm one of the checkers. I'll make sure I'm more diligent in the fact checking and not get distracted with painting, supe…”
10 posts 38 likes
3 years ago by neilw
Started 3 years ago by NickD
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help with model of boats
“Aerokits version has the portholes, other kit versions they were missing. Cheers Colin.”
7 posts 15 likes
3 years ago by Colin H
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Most west east and north Ukrainian member
“Can I claim the most southerly UK member? I am in Australia at the moment! Roy”
3 posts 1 like
3 years ago by roycv
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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NZ SEAGULL RACES
“Not a bit Nick, - a whole lot smokier and noisier, and they vibrate more than pigeons JB”
5 posts 8 likes
3 years ago by jbkiwi
Started 3 years ago by jbkiwi
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Buildings For Dioramas or Model Railways
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Started 3 years ago by firefighter
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Sounds to sleep by
“Does anyone know who did that sort of relaxing/sea stuff back about 1978,? LPs/tapes - the guy did a lot of it and was well known at the time. I had a GF who…”
18 posts 73 likes
3 years ago by jbkiwi
Started 3 years ago by jbkiwi
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props on boats
“Hi Steven, Props are quite possibly the easiest thing to change on model boats. They also have a major impact on any boat's performance and battery life. We …”
6 posts 17 likes
3 years ago by johnf
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Quiz
“I agree Nick, So the correct answer is 'None of the above'.”
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3 years ago by RNinMunich
Started 3 years ago by NickD
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Quiz
“Hi Rick and Redpop, Where are you guys seeing % answers to individual questions? All I see, scrolling on the Home page below the current question, are cumula…”
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3 years ago by RNinMunich
Started 3 years ago by Newby7
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The Pleasure of Building Models
“Colin and Caroline, You both are very talented builders. Amazing detail and finish work. The doll house just blows me away...Wow!. Keep up the fantastic work…”
41 posts 237 likes
3 years ago by River Rat
Started 3 years ago by firefighter
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Written a Book
“I totally agree. We worked hard enough to get here!”
7 posts 18 likes
3 years ago by firefighter
Started 3 years ago by firefighter
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MFA Spearfish
“Hi Stephen A couple on E Bay. A have no problems with flipping my Spearfish and has been clock at 37KPH !!! Steady as a rock and turns great. Running a 3648-…”
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3 years ago by canabus
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Accidents happen.
“Relieved to read that you are on the mend Colin Keep following the doc's orders (and Caroline's ), we need you back in service pronto Admiral. GWS, Doug”
43 posts 225 likes
3 years ago by RNinMunich
Started 3 years ago by Colin H
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War of1812 battle of Stoney Creek
“A larger view of the monument. Rick”
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3 years ago by Newby7
Started 3 years ago by Newby7
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Question about UK cars
“I find the hardest thing about driving a left-hand drive manual is using my right hand to change gear. I'm Ok with it but it just feels a little strange and …”
10 posts 28 likes
3 years ago by ChrisF
Started 3 years ago by Ronald
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2023
“Yes I had quite forgotten sailing on New Years day”
25 posts 229 likes
3 years ago by flaxbybuck
Started 4 years ago by River Rat
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two odd questions
“Thanks Dave for the helpful advice. I am envious of your an board sensor. Also thanks for the heads up on the Prop Shop as I will look them up and change my …”
11 posts 31 likes
3 years ago by Len1
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Grey goose deck layout
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Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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1:1 Battlefield Class Target Towing Vessel
“I don't think that my Panda would be able to tow it!”
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3 years ago by WilliamI
Started 3 years ago by neilw
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Recent Promotions
“Thanks, Hermank”
74 posts 156 likes
3 years ago by pressonreguardless
Started 6 years ago by Martin555
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Retirement
“Dave - no, it's FWD, which is fine and makes the car lighter. Plenty of grip and performance! When the roof is down I tend to be in cruise mode! Rod - I shou…”
20 posts 153 likes
3 years ago by ChrisF
Started 3 years ago by Newby7
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Masts for RN boats
“You have made a nice looking job of this Stephen. My preference is for removable masts to minimise the chance of breakages when ashore. With careful design m…”
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3 years ago by flaxbybuck
Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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Classic boat event, Lake Rotoiti South Island NZ March 2023
“Hi JB, Some really nice looking boats and great weather by the looks of it. Cheers, Stephen.”
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3 years ago by stevedownunder
Started 3 years ago by jbkiwi
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Are old Bismarck model
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Started 3 years ago by Stephen T
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