you have resorted to Lost's infantile 'cut and paste with comments'
Not desperate, just trying to get a response to points raised, a standard forum method of referring to discussions previously posted, thereby retaining them for all to see what we are wittering about. .
Anyway, take a day off, travel north and meet the guys on the islands. Their hospitality and zeal should allay any fears you may harbour about their abilities. Then let us know what you think about civilian SAR.
As for disliking Crab, nah, it's wonderful with a hint of garlic and lemon.