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Old 29 December 2008, 20:54   #1
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christmas shake down in wales

My self waverunner and paul having a last blast of 2008, not another boat out all day.
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Old 29 December 2008, 20:58   #2
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Old 29 December 2008, 21:02   #3
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Old 29 December 2008, 21:05   #4
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Old 29 December 2008, 22:05   #5
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Great pictures steve. How did the Ribcraft go with the prop change?
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Old 29 December 2008, 22:14   #6
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Great pictures steve. How did the Ribcraft go with the prop change?
Cheers Ian, It was right on the button. Wot at 6000 revs 45 knotts.

But conditions werent ideal, untill later in the afternoon,Anyway Have a good new year say hi to Vicky
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Old 29 December 2008, 22:27   #7
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All the best for the new year to you all and look forward to a good cruise with you next year.
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Old 30 December 2008, 03:35   #8
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Look like a couple of Xmas Turkeys,Are you pair thinking of putting wings on your Ribs,Looks like you had one great blast.Hope you enjoyed the day.
Nice Pics Topbanana and Waverunner,hope you can join me this sat /sun
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Old 30 December 2008, 12:06   #9
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Looks like you had some fun! Some nice shots Steve. You must be made up with your new RIB?

Was far too flat to get airbourne on the Solent yesterday, you lucky Chaps.
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Old 30 December 2008, 13:26   #10
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Looks like you had some fun! Some nice shots Steve. You must be made up with your new RIB?

Was far too flat to get airbourne on the Solent yesterday, you lucky Chaps.
Cheers Andy, Well pleased with the Ribcraft. we had a great day, sea calmed down a bit in the afternoon, so had time for a good old play.That was still one fab airbourne shot of yours tho Have a good new year, and we will have to come down your way again shortlly and have a play.
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Cheers Andy, Well pleased with the Ribcraft. we had a great day, sea calmed down a bit in the afternoon, so had time for a good old play.That was still one fab airbourne shot of yours tho Have a good new year, and we will have to come down your way again shortlly and have a play.
Well, I really think I should do some travelling next year. So might be in your neck of the woods sometime.

Have a great New Year!
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Old 30 December 2008, 19:17   #12
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Great shots guys - the weather in north wales has been crisp and clear for days and I envy you being able to get out!! Pleased to hear the Ribcraft is performing well !!
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Old 30 December 2008, 20:28   #13
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Great shots guys - the weather in north wales has been crisp and clear for days and I envy you being able to get out!! Pleased to hear the Ribcraft is performing well !!
Shouldnt be long now for your maiden voyage, bet you cant wait.
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