Free talks and demonstrations for practical boat owners will be among the highlights of Scotland’s Boat Show, which starts today and runs until Sunday 11 October at Kip Marina.

Following the success of the inaugural PBO Ask the Experts LIVE! at Beaulieu Boatjumble, we’re teaming up with RYA Scotland to offer more top practical tips thanks to experts from International Paint, Sika, CB Marine Services and also Ocean Safety.. Find us in the RYA Scotland Workshop Marquee.

Kip Marina, Inverkip

Each of the talks will last 30-40 minutes and there are some tasty cakes available to purchase at the tea and coffee stand nearby, so feel free to get yourselves some refreshment and settle in for some good advice.

Talks schedule

FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER

11.30 – 12.30 – Essential sealant tips and tricks: Sika’s technical services expert Gareth Ross will demonstrate how to use sealants for bonding and waterproofing on board.

Sika’s Gareth Ross at PBO Ask the Experts Live

Gareth said: ‘I am happy to be there representing Sika and I hope that my demonstration enables people to use Sika Marine products properly and with confidence.’

14.00 – 15.00 Ocean Safety life raft demonstration: Ocean Safety will discuss the importance of getting your safety equipment serviced, complete with a demonstration liferaft inflation.

Ocean Safety’s Steve Bockett at PBO Ask the Experts Live

15.00 – 16.00 Della from Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will talk about the experience of racing around the world. Hear first hand what it is like to be part of the crew and also get some information if you think you are up to the challenge.

16.00 – 17.00 Hints and tips for viewing second-hand boats: PBO expert and Scottish surveyor Colin Brown, of CB Marine Services, will be talking about common problems that arise during surveys of second-hand boats and discussing common corrosion issues.

Colin said: ‘I’m looking forward to Scotland’s Boat Show and meeting more readers closer to home. It’s fun and interesting writing for PBO and I enjoy solving real life problems for the readers.’

SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER

11.30 – 12.30 Kim and Doug talk about their Round Scotland 2015 adventure and give their top tips for cruising in Scotland

14.00 – 15.00 Della from Clipper Round the World Yacht Race talks about taking the Clipper Race challenge

15.00 – 16.00 Professional paint job made easy: International Paint‘s Kate Moss will explain the steps involved in painting your boat.

International Paint’s Kate Moss and Roger Bolton at PBO Ask the Experts Live

Kate Moss said: ‘Painting your topsides and superstructure isn’t just about applying the final coat perfectly – it’s about planning the application, choosing the right undercoat and knowing when and how to sand, before finally rolling and tipping to allow the paint to flow out to a mirror finish.
‘I’ll be on hand to demonstrate the steps in this process, and to impart hints and tips on how to get the best finish possible.
‘Come and see us with all your paint, varnish and antifouling related questions!’

16.00 – 17.00 Essential sealant tips and tricks: Sika’s technical services expert Gareth Ross will demonstrate how to use sealants for bonding and waterproofing on board.

SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER

11.30 – 12.30 Professional paint job made easy: International Paint’s Kate Moss will explain how to achieve a mirror finish on your paint job.

14.00 – 15.00 Della from Clipper Round the World Yacht Race talks about taking the Clipper Race challenge

15.00 Hints and tips for viewing second-hand boats: PBO expert and Scottish surveyor Colin Brown, of CB Marine Services, will be talking about common problems that arise during surveys of second hand boats and discussing common corrosion issues.

Independent surveys expert Colin Brown at PBO Ask the Experts Live

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Throughout Scotland’s largest boat show, visitors will be invited to step aboard PBO’s fully-restored project boat Hantu Biru and check her over before entering a competition to win her. The winner will be announced shortly after the London Boat Show in January. You  alsoenter online at: www.pbo.co.uk/winhantubiru

Scotland’s Boat Show is open from 10am-6pm daily and admission is free. Car parking is £5.