1st time ferry crossing...

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Valentino
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1st time ferry crossing...

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Looking at going over to the Isle of Man, what are peoples experiences with ferry crossings with regards to securing their bikes and suffering any damage ?
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Can't speak for Steam Racket, as never used them, but in 30+ years of using cross channel ferries I've never had a problem. Always check how it's been secured, or secure it yourself. Ensure plenty padding between bike and solid objects if needed.
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It sounds like the OP hasn’t arranged the trip yet - if possible book the SeaCat from Liverpool rather than the ferry from Heysham - it’s closer (considerably), quicker and the sailing times are far more civilised...
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Yeah nothing arranged yet. Who would be responsible for securing your bike, yourself or the staff ?
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I think the staff do it. Steam Packet are pretty slick operation for lashing down bikes, they must deal with a good thousand bikes a day during the tt.
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Been over a few times on the bike, agree with Simon Liverpool is a better crossing & never had a problem with them securing the bike we book a seat in niarbyl lounge well worth it.
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Liverpool Douglas is the usual one,
Done with steam packet in 2013,
Seemed quite slick, but can be mental for the tt weeks.
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Cheers all...
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No damage by the Steam Packet but watched a dick on a BMW with those fukin great alloy boxes hit most bikes rushing to disembark ,luckily my FJR was behind him
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