Alderney 2010 - Friday 23 to Sunday 25 July

[Channel Ribs]

The latest weather forecast is giving winds of 6 to 12 knots from the west and north, it is not yet close enough to be super-reliable but at least it is saying the right things for now.

There is a low pressure that has been sat under Greenland for a little while, if that stays away then it should be ideal conditions.

[martini]

Originally Posted by malthouse

There are a few ideas on the web page, but my own suggestion is as follows:-

I was going to suggest another run out to the Casquets lighthouse if anyones interested? Saturday afternoon perhaps though I haven't worked out what the stream will be doing yet.

We could pile into a couple of the larger ribs depending on how many takers, maybe even return south-about Alderney for more photo opportunities.

We squeezed 15 people on Martini on the last floptilla though I'm not sure she would've planed with that many

[martini]

Originally Posted by malthouse

The latest weather forecast is giving winds of 6 to 12 knots from the west and north, it is not yet close enough to be super-reliable but at least it is saying the right things for now.

There is a low pressure that has been sat under Greenland for a little while, if that stays away then it should be ideal conditions.

Windfinder's now giving a solid West F5-6 all weekend

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by martini

Windfinder's now giving a solid West F5-6 all weekend

Yep, that low is shifting

[Mollers]

Originally Posted by malthouse

Yep, that low is shifting

Could go anywhere in 5 days.

[Channel Ribs]

The chef from the Little Rock cafe has offered to organise the BBQ at the sailing club on Saturday night, what do you all think?....


Steakburgers made from 100% Kiln Farm Steak Mince
with choice of condiments including grilled onions in olive oil and toppings:-
American, cheddar, blue cheese or bacon.

New Potatoes cooked in Alderney Organic Mint with Kiln Farm Alderney Butter.

Salad includes organic lettuces, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, vintage cheddar, boiled egg and topped with homemade croutons.

Homemade Salad Dressings: Raspberry Vinaigrette, Buttermilk Ranch (with Kiln Farm Buttermilk), Heinz Salad Cream or Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar.

Additional Toppings: Fresh Organically Grown Onion, Peppers, Chives, Thyme, Parsley & Basil served on the side.

Mexican Black Bean Dip: Brown Rice, Black Beans, Kiln Farm Steak Mince, Salsa, Cheddar Cheese & Kiln Farm Soured Cream served with Corn Crisps.

Kiln Farm Ice Cream served with homemade cakes & toffee sauce.

All Dairy and Meat products as well as vegetables purchased from local sources our very own Kiln Farm and Island Gardeners!

[Channel Ribs]

Another navigational note, here is a pic of the harbour entrance.

[tim griffin]

Menu looks good weather looking ok still on the long range models
Ta
Tim
www.griffmarineservices.co.uk

[martini]

Originally Posted by malthouse

Another navigational note, here is a pic of the harbour entrance.

Where's that?! Think I'd have to deflate my tubes to get in there!

BBQ menu sounds awesome, probably worth getting a profeshunel in for that many punters, bit unfair to burden 1 or 2 of us with the cooking.

PS looks like I'll be on my own, Mel can't get friday off.

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by martini

Where's that?! Think I'd have to deflate my tubes to get in there!

It is round the back of Florains, the fort nearest the lighthouse.

Nobody in their right mind would contemplate taking a boat through the gap, but I was after a killer photo.

I shall go back and get the same pic at low tide, with a zoom lens!

[Erin]

You'll have an unfair advantage for the canonball run with this much practice at all the inshore passages.

However, I think that would look even better with a whole convoy of boats lined up to pass through.

BBQ sounds excellent.

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by Erin

BBQ sounds excellent.

Great. I have asked Krys from the Little Rock Cafe to start digging spuds in preparation.

The Chippy have asked for a pre-order, so I shall get a clip board out for everyone to put their mark on during the course of Friday afternoon. Though I suspect it will be chilli crabcakes all round.

[Erin]

Don't forget that little addendum on any pre-order 'subject to weather' just in case Windfinder is right!

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by martini

I was going to suggest another run out to the Casquets lighthouse if anyones interested? Saturday afternoon...

Sounds good.

Low water slacks are at about 4pm, so if the conditions on the day permit it might be interesting to head out with the ebb tide and run round the south of the island. Take in Chicago Pier, the Ganets on Garden Rock, Puffins on Burhou, More Ganets on Ortac and arrive at Casquettes at about 4. Then ride the start of the flood up through the Swinge.

Edit: If there is a bit of wind on the day then either the outbound or return legs could include some white water rafting.

[Mollers]

Just had a phone call from Jim, a couple of wether sites are showing 24mph Westerlies for Thurs, backing to 12mph on Fri. That'll give us a lumping great swell on the starboard beam.

[Mollers]

XC Weather is showing 6-8mph Westerlies for the 3 day period.

[Channel Ribs]

Wind mid-channel is 8 knots at the moment, lets hope it stays around there.

http://www.alderneymarine.com/info/windhistory.html

[Paul Cannell]

Originally Posted by malthouse

Wind mid-channel is 8 knots at the moment, lets hope it stays around there.

http://www.alderneymarine.com/info/windhistory.html

I like your forecast

[Channel Ribs]

Originally Posted by Paul Cannell

I like your forecast

Well the low pressure has got as far as Wilk's house and run out of steam. No idea if that is a good thing or not??

[tim griffin]

Light winds NW W then S for the weekend.

I am only 3 in my party now something Italian has dropped out .
Still going at 1030 from the fairway buoy looking forward to my Fish and Chips on Friday and BBQ on Saturday.
Are we ok on the numbers for both nights .
Cheers
Tim