Quote Originally Posted by Dobbs View Post
The Chesapeake and Delaware Bays have significant currents on the ebb and flood, as I suspect the Solent does as well.
Oh yes. Double trouble from the Solent Dobbs.

It is sheltered by the Isle of Wight and has a complex tidal pattern, which has benefited Southampton's success as a port, providing a "double high tide" that extends the tidal window during which deep-draught ships can be handled. Portsmouth lies on its shores. Spithead, an area off Gilkicker Point near Gosport, is known as the place where the Royal Navy is traditionally reviewed by the monarch of the day.

Rob.