Fowey, Cornwall - Friday 30 May to Sunday 1 June 2008 - Page 2

Nos4r2 · 29 January 2008, 17:53

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Originally Posted by matt h

oh no, wont be the same with out you!!

If it's any consolation, if I don't make it I'll spend the whole weekend being peeved about it!

Mollers · 29 January 2008, 18:58

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Originally Posted by bedajim

Hi

Stayed at the camp site opposite Fowey last year great area we did over 400 miles in the week, East to Salcombe and west to the Runnel Stone, south to Eddystone Rocks we we’re lucky and had good weather light winds and flat seas.
I would think that a trip to the isles of Scilly would be very weather dependant (you would need to ask a local who’s done it) and at least on the south coast you can go to other places instead of looking at the waves crash into the north coast. The distance going from the north or south looks to be very similar to me if you go as the crow flies over water
We got fuel in Salcombe £1.39 litre & Mylar £1.27 litre and I believe you can get it in cans in Looe at high tide as the garage is next to the harbour but I haven’t done it.

Pics of the slip etc at the camp site

James

There are major 'cons' involved with taking the North coast route, but as these guys appear to have decided that that's the way to go, i'll keep quiet.

Downhilldai · 29 January 2008, 19:56

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Originally Posted by Mollers

.....i'll keep quiet.

Chris · 29 January 2008, 21:16

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Originally Posted by Mollers

There are major 'cons' involved with taking the North coast route, but as these guys appear to have decided that that's the way to go, i'll keep quiet.

Mollers Please don't keep quiet. You are local to the area I am not. I have spent a few weeks last year at Rock and lets face it the weather was crap almost every time i went however I got down as far as Newquay and St Ives on a few occasions and really enjoyed the run. However its fair to say I enjoy going out in rougher conditions more than other people may as does Matt.

I agree that weather and sea state would be a defining factor and ultimately I am not going to waste a precious weekend away (I am only allowed a few on my own) If there weather is not going to be suitable.

I have also put a call into Toby Budd who wrote the article on the Scillies for Rib Int to ask his advice as he has done this trip on many occasions and is familiar with both routes, however any advice you can give would be welcome.

Chris

Mollers · 29 January 2008, 21:51

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Originally Posted by Chris

Mollers Please don't keep quiet. You are local to the area I am not. I have spent a few weeks last year at Rock and lets face it the weather was crap almost every time i went however I got down as far as Newquay and St Ives on a few occasions and really enjoyed the run. However its fair to say I enjoy going out in rougher conditions more than other people may as does Matt.

I agree that weather and sea state would be a defining factor and ultimately I am not going to waste a precious weekend away (I am only allowed a few on my own) If there weather is not going to be suitable.

I have also put a call into Toby Budd who wrote the article on the Scillies for Rib Int to ask his advice as he has done this trip on many occasions and is familiar with both routes, however any advice you can give would be welcome.

Chris

As i mentioned earlier, the South and North coasts are totally different beasts. 67Nm in 5m Ribs over there could, if it kicks up a bit, will be a long, long way. On this coast you'll never be more than a few miles from an easily accessible harbour. On the North, you'll have Newquay and St.Ives and not much else, with an onshore swell and high water, even these are a challenge. There are no facilities on that coast.
Perhaps trailering to Penzance and launching there might be easier for you. We sometimes use this option, there's a large carpark above the slip. It's just a case of securing the trailer and paying two lots of parking. It's a 30Nm crossing from there.

Downhilldai · 29 January 2008, 23:50

Even Roycruse crosses to the Scillies from Penzance and he's as 'adventurous' as they get

Paul Beaurain · 30 January 2008, 19:44

Hi

Can only re-confirm that North Cornish Coast is not good if conditions deteriorate. very few 'emergency stop offs'.

10 weeks away
Matt
the posted image is one like mine should be!

meet you all during the year.

Roy
we learnt on the Weymouth run that you had had an accident. Hope you are fully sorted again soon. With no boat we got a 'fast run' down with Hot lemonV.

matt h · 30 January 2008, 20:50

Looks awesome, you will have some fun in that!! post some more pics when you can, love to see them!!

Roy Smith · 30 January 2008, 22:06

Love the new boat Paul
Nice color scheme, looks like you can do some serious cruising in her.
Was getting lots of sympathy till they took my crutches away, just got to see out February and i should be ready for the big stuff late march early April.

Mollers · 31 January 2008, 12:53

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Originally Posted by Chris

Mollers Please don't keep quiet. You are local to the area I am not. I have spent a few weeks last year at Rock and lets face it the weather was crap almost every time i went however I got down as far as Newquay and St Ives on a few occasions and really enjoyed the run. However its fair to say I enjoy going out in rougher conditions more than other people may as does Matt.

I agree that weather and sea state would be a defining factor and ultimately I am not going to waste a precious weekend away (I am only allowed a few on my own) If there weather is not going to be suitable.

I have also put a call into Toby Budd who wrote the article on the Scillies for Rib Int to ask his advice as he has done this trip on many occasions and is familiar with both routes, however any advice you can give would be welcome.

Chris

Our Scilly trips are planned in reverse. We look for the weather window that falls over a w/end and go on that. The problem with sea state is what's fine and fun running down either coast of the mainland can get shitty when you break Lands End into open water and then go really mental when the sea piles up over the shallow water that surrounds the islands. I've seen over 30ft of fresh air between Roycruse' prow and the bottom of the trough that's ahead of him on approaching the Scillies. On the otherhand, we've done over 200Nm of cruising around the islands out of Falmouth and not seen a ripple.

Trickdog · 31 January 2008, 13:00

Matt / Chris

Just seen your thread and would definitely be interested in joining in. I'm in the process of having a new boat built (should be ready in 8-10 weeks) and a trip to Scillies was already on the hope-to-do list for the Summer. It would be good to do it with company. The prior weekend might have been easier for folks though as it's a bank holiday!

I have family in Wadebridge and do most of my boating from either Rock or Fowey, so I'm familiar with both areas. The north Cornwall coast is spectacular and unspoilt but there would be more to do on the south coast if poor conditions prevented getting out to Scillies.

I spent a few days at the Penmarlam camp last year and had a great time. Just left the SIB on the pontoon for the duration... So convenient! For anyone who has not been boating around Fowey I can thoroughly recommend the area (about as good as it gets, in my opinion). I adore the rugged north coast but I think the south would be better for a Scilly cruise.

I will watch this post and see how things develop.

David

matt h · 31 January 2008, 21:11

great, Location...well i guess its where the interest lies,i think the bank holiday initially was avoided as it is gridlock on the roads,,at this early stage it is drumming up interest,to see who wants to go where,Hopefully there will be a long and warm summer and a time where the more distant Rib nuts can meet up with the regulars and swap experiences and knowledge, !!!

By the way, What are you having Built???? Come on tell us!!

fred bolton · 31 January 2008, 22:44

This site maybe of interest to you guys - http://www.foweyharbour.co.uk/foweyevents.htm

Trickdog · 01 February 2008, 15:05

Matt

I've done a little yachting with other people in the past and also some hard boating and SIBing with my own gear. Kinda got interested in other things for a while, but parents moved to Cornwall a few years ago so I bought current SIB (Yamaha 4.3m with aluminium floor and 30hp 2 stroke Yamaha outboard) and stuck it on a trailer in their garage. Had great times with that boat and it's really convenient for me, but somewhat limited without a hull. So I decided to get a RIB sorted for this season.

Key concerns were capability, aesthetics and price and after looking at a few manufacturers I decided to go for Northcraft. Their background is boats for the north sea oil industry and they really care about their product. And I like dealing with them... Perhaps because I'm also Yorkshireman!

Anyway I've ordered a 6.3m boat (cat B, which appeals to me) and I'm having it fitted out with Outhill console and seating for a less 'industrial' look. I only wish the Outhill stuff was as well made and well priced as the boat, but hey ho. Power is to be provided by a Yamaha 115hp 4 stroke purchased from Outboards Direct. Should be all ready for the water in 8-10 weeks, but boat builders seem to have their own time scale so I'm not holding my breath!

I think it's quite a departure for Northcraft (well they've not built a boat with a lot of white on the tubes and a teak deck before!) so we're all intrigued to see how it turns out! I'll post some pics on here when it's done.

Chris · 01 February 2008, 16:02

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Originally Posted by Trickdog

Matt

Key concerns were capability, aesthetics and price and after looking at a few manufacturers I decided to go for Northcraft. Their background is boats for the north sea oil industry and they really care about their product. And I like dealing with them... Perhaps because I'm also Yorkshireman!

Shame about their website... its certainly not going to sell many boats

http://www.northcraft.co.uk

Downhilldai · 01 February 2008, 19:47

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Originally Posted by Trickdog

... I decided to go for Northcraft..... Should be all ready for the water in 8-10 weeks, but boat builders seem to have their own time scale so I'm not holding my breath!

John at Northcraft is a real top bloke and won't let you down, unless it's something totally out of his hands.

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Originally Posted by Trickdog

...I think it's quite a departure for Northcraft (well they've not built a boat with a lot of white on the tubes and a teak deck before!) ..

White toobs? Surely not!

Hope it all goes well

matt h · 01 February 2008, 20:00

sounds great.would be great to meet up when its finished,

Trickdog · 02 February 2008, 09:18

Yeah Downhilldai the tubes are mainly white with blue detailing! Well I like the Italian RIB styling... But not the Italian seakeeping and price!

John is indeed a great guy... And I'm sure he thinks my tubes are a bad idea! Ha ha.

What do think of your Northcraft?

Downhilldai · 02 February 2008, 09:47

It's a great boat - really solidly built and no corners cut. Sure you'll be pleased with it.

Mollers · 02 February 2008, 09:55

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Originally Posted by Trickdog

Yeah Downhilldai the tubes are mainly white with blue detailing! Well I like the Italian RIB styling... But not the Italian seakeeping and price!

John is indeed a great guy... And I'm sure he thinks my tubes are a bad idea! Ha ha.

What do think of your Northcraft?

He loves it so much, he's bought a Vipermax,

Only joking, the NC is a great boat, good seakeeping.