Easdale RIB Rendezvous, Oban, 30 April/1May

[9D280]

Ally, Lizard,

Kev (somewhere up the top of this thread) has the same SR4/40 combo, and if My "rapid progress" with the rebuild continues, I'll be limited to 3.5K for the first half of the cruise anyway!

(My hull is only 5m, so I'm not too far off you guys length wise)

[BruceB]

Originally Posted by lizardland

I'd thought about bringing my 4m/40hp Searider as well but the same things were putting me off. If there will be other smaller boats then I might give it a go.

I am putting lizardland and the boat combination together and am guessing Stuart?

[BruceB]

Originally Posted by 9D280

(Mine is only 5cm, so I'm not too far off you guys length wise)

Corrected that for you....Bilges here we come

[lizardland]

Originally Posted by BruceB

I am putting lizardland and the boat combination together and am guessing Stuart?

Aye that's right. You'll be Mr Bear then?

[BruceB]

Originally Posted by lizardland

Aye that's right. You'll be Mr Bear then?

Yep, A disagreement with a certain Mr Morgan years ago makes me reluctant to use my own name on a diving forum nowadays.
You coming to this bash?

[lizardland]

Originally Posted by BruceB

Yep, A disagreement with a certain Mr Morgan years ago makes me reluctant to use my own name on a diving forum nowadays.
You coming to this bash?

We've all had them

I'm aiming to especially if there's going to be a turn out of smaller boats.

[GaryC]

This looks quite good.

Depending on another trip, I (and Wife) may go on this.

Are there any divers down for it.

Thanks

Gary

[BruceB]

We weren't going to take dive kit but if there was a group going to we might reconsider.......

[Tony Hill]

Following up on some of the posts
We currently have 20 RIBs owners who have registered for the event online
The comments re small RIBs - 6 of the RIBs registered are between 4 and 5 metres. Should it be too rough for Colonsay for the smaller boats there is still excellent cruising.
Diving - I have one other who expressed an interest to dive whilst at Colonsay (apart from you Bruce)

Tony

[9D280]

Originally Posted by BruceB

Corrected that for you....Bilges here we come

Indeed.... I rephrased it twice before posting to try & prevent that!

Better pack that dive gear........

[jambo]

Tony thats great! I am still unsure as to wether my boat will be back by that time but I am still hoping. is there anyway you can show a list of who as registered and there details it might spur a few more takers. Just a thought as it seems to be common practice with all the other 'gatherings'

[Jeff]

Originally Posted by GaryC

This looks quite good.

Depending on another trip, I (and Wife) may go on this.

Are there any divers down for it.

Thanks

Gary

I have registered and hopefully will get there. Will have a crew of 3 plus the boss - and 4 sets of dive kit (just in case ! ) Would be a shame not too

Jeff

[lizardland]

I've not registered yet, just need to double check the dates. But if I'm coming I'll chuck some kit in if I can cadge a lift as there's not a huge amount of room in my SR4.

[BruceB]

I have never got round to diving off Colonsay but I have a few contacts on the island via work. I might ask them to see if they have any marks or sites worth a splash.
Stuart, even if you don't have room we would have to probably combine some boats crews to go diving anyway just to get boathandlers. If the diving goes ahead I am sure something can be arranged.....

[Scottish diver]

we will have between 4 - 6 divers onboard with kit. if we cant dive colonsay easdale quarries are good fun!

[BruceB]

Belnahua is also worth a splash although after around 11m it goes all "funny"

[Tony Hill]

As at 31st Jan the following RIBnet members we can identify as registered are
Tony Hill
GeoffW
Ali S
Farmerrenton
BruceB
Jeff
Scottish Diver
Alystra
Puffin
Spartan
Kev
9D280
Jambo
Ian Mc

Total RIBnet members 14
There are a further 16 who have now registered for the event. (Total 30 RIBs)
Let us hope the weather perks up. It is currently about F6 here this evening.

Tony

[GeoffW]

I have been asked by if there is any entertainment/catering on offer over the weekend at all?

Cheers

[Tony Hill]

There are now 40 RIBs registered for the event. Still room for more.

Regarding food and a social gathering.
Food is available at both The Oyster Bar www.seilislandpub.co.uk and
The Puffer Bar www.pufferbar.com
Advanced booking advised at both establishments

The Easdale Island ferry (3 minute crossing) will be offering a late service and we are sure there will be plenty of boat movements throughout the weekend.

SATURDAY EVENING
The intention is to have a social gathering at THE PUFFER BAR.
There will be a BBQ showcasing the best of local produce, plus some live music in the bar. To ensure there is sufficient hand caught scallops, Langoustine, wild Seil venison, Argyll Pork Booking is advised. Tel 01852 300022
For those who haven't been to Easdale Island, enjoy the sunset overlooking your RIB in the harbour from the decking of The Puffer.

A number of RIBs have indicated that they will be in the area for longer than the weekend. Easdale is a great base and we can put people in touch. Seafari Adventures will offer weather and cruising information as required. If you wish to use the harbour the week before or after the rendezvous please just make contact harbourmaster@easdale.org

Tony

[jambo]

Hi Tony great news and all down to you!! All we need now is the weather God to shine upon us. Is there any chance you could update your attendees list and wether they are trailering or coming by sea, my reason is twofold it would let people see who is going and whether or not they could arrange a rendevous as it would be a pity if people were trasvelling from same area and independently, I am a great believer in company whether on sea or land. It is all shaping up nicely and it will be good to put faces to names so I am looking forward to the social gatherings, so will need to remember the paracetamol!! Maybe leave the rib and get pick up by car

Billy