Is “boaty ball” worth it?

I was all set to sign up for this…until I started reading reviews. Seems like it’s more of a hassle than it’s worth. Trying to make reservations at 7:00 AM and none available by 7:01. I’d rather sleep in and take my chances. And chances of getting anywhere near Cooper is not going to happen. Your experience and thoughts appreciated.

You need a high speed internet connect to get a ball at Cooper. Cellular just won’t cut it. I am basically 100% getting a ball from a very high speed Internet connection for friends. I am near zero using cellular for myself on the boat. If you want to go to Cooper head over before 1 pm and you should be able to get a FCFS ball.
One other thing I have observed is multiple people on different accounts all trying to get a ball for the same boat. Might be worth checking back at 7:05 if some groups get two balls and cancel one.
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Cooper is a popular stop early or late on most charters. So, midweek its a little less crowded. There are still a fair number of FCFS white balls. If you arrive by noon or early afternoon you should be able to snag one.

Yes so True.

Make account... Don't sign up for premium. If you are up by 7:00, try it... IF it works for you, great... if not, there are lots of options. If I get a BoatyBall, I feel better about sailing later...sometimes much later.