Solent - Friday 7 September 2007

Biggles · 29 August 2007, 15:13

Just posting for my next cruise. No firm details as that depends on the weather, but will be out and about a week friday as long as its not heavy rain or gale force winds. Feel free to join me. Further details nearer the date.

NR.

Chris · 29 August 2007, 20:18

Where from / to Biggles?

Chris

Lostboy · 30 August 2007, 08:47

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Originally Posted by Biggles

Just posting for my next cruise. No firm details as that depends on the weather, but will be out and about a week friday as long as its not heavy rain or gale force winds. Feel free to join me. Further details nearer the date.

NR.

Just be aware that Cowes will be rammed as it is the Little Britain Challenge Cup so 250 of the worst sailed yachts you've ever seen will be around.

slimtim · 30 August 2007, 12:45

and watch out for those brave people swimming to the bestival! www.bestival.net

genoa · 30 August 2007, 13:51

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Originally Posted by Lostboy

... 250 of the worst sailed yachts you've ever seen will be around.

is that around or aground? Based of previous I think Gurnard ledge would be my bet for at least 5 of 'em.

Lostboy · 30 August 2007, 15:18

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Originally Posted by genoa

is that around or aground? Based of previous I think Gurnard ledge would be my bet for at least 5 of 'em.

It IS based on previous experience, and I will be there again this year as my role is within the construction industry and I am a sailor. I find it embarrassing to attend a "London by the Sea" type event where the credibility of someones sailing "ability" is measured by the size of their boat (and chequebook!).

My favourite memory, from a few years ago, was a port/starboard incident with Sir Norman Foster (the famous architect). We were inside our 5 minute warning on a timed approach to the line, on starboard, when Sir Norm sailed clean through the fleet on port, not giving way to anyone, despite being some 30 minutes away from his preparatory signal! We had to take serious action and he seemed somewhat surprised that anyone would question his parentage or sailing ability!! Sums the event up I'm afraid.

Biggles · 30 August 2007, 17:04

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Originally Posted by Chris

Where from / to Biggles?

Chris

From Southampton water to either Ventnor and then round island or Littlehampton or Poole. All depending on tides and sea state.

Nick R.

nik · 01 September 2007, 21:57

Hi Nick,
I currently have a window of opportunity for the 7th.
So hopefully I can make it.

Nick.

Hightower · 02 September 2007, 03:18

I should be working on my boat, but I'd like to put my hand up for a cruise if someone would have me as crew?

Rogue Wave · 02 September 2007, 11:26

I echo Andy's sentiments, if you need some crew I'd definitely be up for it

AndyB007 · 02 September 2007, 21:06

I'll be out with Nick with plenty of seats going spare if you want to get in touch.

Andy

Hightower · 02 September 2007, 21:10

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Originally Posted by AndyB007

I'll be out with Nick with plenty of seats going spare if you want to get in touch.

Andy

If you want some one to operate the video camera, I'm you man Andy

bedajim · 03 September 2007, 07:24

I'm up for this and the weather looks good at the mo, just need to sort out work

James

Biggles · 03 September 2007, 09:41

Looking good then. I am full up as regards jockey seats. I only have two of them. Sounds as though their are some spare places being offered though.
I shall be off Calshot at 1000 hrs with a full tank of fuel and some routes set in the GPS.
If the timings are not suitable please let me know.

Being a friday it should be pretty quiet as well.

AndyB007 · 03 September 2007, 14:32

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Originally Posted by Hightower

If you want someone to operate the video camera, I'm you man Andy

It's a deal then! Video & still camera will be along for the ride.

Will PM you with details.

Andy

ps - still room for more if anyone in need

bedajim · 05 September 2007, 08:17

So is anyone still going to be out on Friday

Biggles · 05 September 2007, 12:28

James,

I will be out in my boat and AndyB007 will be out in his. I will be in the water at Calshot at 1000 hrs and AndyB007 might be a little later but he will be updating me on a time shortly.

Are you joining us ?

Nick.

AndyB007 · 05 September 2007, 18:52

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Originally Posted by Biggles

I will be out in my boat and AndyB007 will be out in his. I will be in the water at Calshot at 1000 hrs and AndyB007 might be a little later but he will be updating me on a time shortly.

I'm shooting to be with you at Calshot for 10:00am. Will call if delayed.

What's the plan??

Andy

bedajim · 05 September 2007, 19:35

Hi

Yep launching from Calshot 10 ish will pm my no.

James + 1 crew

Biggles · 05 September 2007, 20:34

Howabout round the island with lunch in Ventnor ?

But open to any ideas !!!