Solent Christmas Jolly to The Folly - [Rescheduled] Sunday 16 December 2007

[Neil Harvey]

Originally Posted by bedajim

Warmer than ????

Warmer than the forecast was showing two days ago

Note, I never said warm...

[Nauti Buoy]

Originally Posted by Zippy

Light the touch paper and go down the the bar at Port Solent to do some more work!!

ok lol

[The Jackeens]

Just in from works 'do'

In no fit state to post anything responsible (never stopped us before)

Will do so tomorrow (l8ter today) Saturday

K & P (hic)

[The Jackeens]

Nauti - lol

OK Neil, that's a rosy-cheeked day ahead!

Important news though - winds are light and conditions should be fair.

Sincere thanks for the weather updates!

Next, will re-post list once we've had a dekko to see who might be out!

K & P

[The Jackeens]

Folly Jolly Sunday 16th
The annual RIBnet Christmas Run to the Folly

See first post for details!

OK This Trip Is On!!!!Bruce we've tried to put the details below but please post or pm other suggestions

Commiserations to those of you who could have made last weekend but not this Sunday. Understandably, in homes all around the ringing sound of 'you're doing WHAT?' can be heard as the Christmas rush is on and we all succumb to the glitzy jobs.

So, The Folly.

A brief description from the website to whet your appetities. They are expecting us and we will give them a better idea of numbers when we edit the list later :

The Folly is a rustic pub perched on the banks of the River Medina, just up the river from Cowes in Whippingham, with lovely views from a large beer garden and patio. The Folly Inn is easily accessible by road or boat with its own mooring attracting a large number of both yachtsman and motor boat people (sic) along with tourists and visitors to nearby Osborne House. A friendly river taxi "The Folly Waterbus" can transport you up the river from Cowes.
History has it that The Folly originated from a barge that ran aground whilst selling illegal liquor in the 1700s!
Today The Folly Inn is an extremely popular open plan, destination food house ...

As it will be very (very) cold it won't be a great day for waiting on the water. So the suggestion is to buddy up with another boat (post or pm) and run straight to Cowes for 1.30. Moor up for a moment or so to have a hot coffee (we will bring a flask etc.) if weather is clement and then run up the Medina to The Folly. Food is served all day. Our only time pressure will be preferred departure before the light goes. We are contacting the local Harbourmaster today to check on space & ferry crossing. Hope this sounds like an OK plan but don't hesitate to post other suggestions as appropriate! (Pompey People we are aiming for The Lightship at 12.00 to kickstart the day with a coffee or two!)


LIST : still needs amending! Some names have been down for yonks and people may have changes of plan. Others may like a last-minute join in


Andy B007
Avocet Family
Brucehawkser & Crew
Carly
Chris
CJL & Under The Thumb
DJL
Hugh Jardon Chris & Debs
Jackeens Paul & Kathleen
Kevin & Kathryn
Nauti Buoy & Sarah
Neil Harvey
Noddy Martyn & Ann
Nos
Pete, Viv, Susie and Andrew (tbc-may be menagerie-minding)
PhilB (& full Herbert a possibility )
Tim Griffin & Mrs Tim Griffin




RIBnet Outing so all cordially welcome and 'tis not too late to join in ! Put the name down!

Don’t forget to Pimp Up Your Bateau!!! Nauti!!! Help!!!

And dig out those fetching Christmas outfits (for ideas of What Not To Wear have a look at the photo link in the first post!!!!)

Please see RN Cruise Guidance also.

Pending posts & updates today (including amendments to timing if needed & weather forecast) we will post a more accurate list tonight and follow with a final update in the morning. Looking forward to it now!


K & P

[Zippy]

I so wish i could be out!

looked out today and the solent looks lovely and crisp!!

hope everyone has a good run tomorrow and the weather plays ball!

[rickuk3]

Just had a quick look at weather online, the forcast for tomorrow is looking very resonable.
Max temp 6 C
AM Cloudy with sunny intervals
PM Mainly sunny
Wind Easterly 3

Have a great day
Richard

[philb]

Hi K & P, think its going to be to chiilly for my crew of herbert`s so going to pull out, sorry. Keen to get out next week Paul if you are up for another trip. Have a good day out and put a drop of that special stuff in the coffee i would.

[AndyB007]

I've succumbed to one of the many bugs going around, so I'm cancelling my plans for tomorrow to spend the day warm and dry.

I believe another boat from the RSM fleet will be joining you (Dave Rymer + daughters) so please make them welcome.

I hope you all have a great day.

Andy

[Neil Harvey]

Last weather update:-
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/...?zipcode=Cowes

http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/5day.shtml?id=3471

Met office Inshore forecast, Selsey Bill to Lyme Regis:-
Wind East or southeast 4 or 5, occasionally 6 at times.
Sea state Slight or moderate.
Weather Mainly fair.
Visibility Moderate or good.


So mixed forecasts on the wind side of things - will just have to wait and see.

Lee on Solent high tide is about 3pm, so the run from Pompey to Cowes will be with the tide (or did I remember it the wrong way round?)

I'll be out with my Dad (so Jackeens, it's Neil + 1), and Nos will be joining me (not sure if Sixy is coming cos I forgot to ask!). We're going to aim to come over to Pompey for 12, but if wind is bad and the run either way is not nice, we'll head straight for the Folly, as there's no point in going mad, and an extra hour or so in the Folly ain't going to kill anyone

[Pete L]

We (myself and the better half) are intending to come out to play tomorrow - boat is moored at Fareham so the tides fall about right for us. It will be our first ribnet trip so be gentle with us! Have made it to a couple of Church meetings a few months back but new job & other commitments have got in the way recently. Looking forward to this and hopefully a few more trips over the winter should the weather be kind

Pete (and Jan)

[Hightower]

Everyone have an enjoyable and safe trip tomorrow, sorry I couldn't make it and as I sit here on the works computer wishing I was in a hotter climate enjoying a cocktail on a secluded beach with RIB anchored just off shore.....Then I wake up

Take some good pics of the day and don't forget to post some here so that all the good folks that can't make it can see what you got up to.

[The Jackeens]

Originally Posted by Hightower

Everyone have an enjoyable and safe trip tomorrow

Thanks Andy sorry the date clashed with your work but last weekend was a howler!

It was cold in the Solent area today and if the wind's easterly it will be very nippy tomorrow also. Drysuit and thermals weather really !

Will do a penultimate round-up post in a minute when we get together all available details.

K & P

[The Jackeens]

Folly Jolly Sunday 16th

The annual RIBnet Christmas Run to the Folly

See first post for details!

OK This Trip Is On!!!!Thanks for good wishes Howard, Richard, Phil & Andy x2 et al. Solent winds (from Neil's links) showing 3-4 Easterly at the moment and COLD
Anyone meeting at Pompey; we suggest being at The Lightship for 12.00. Leaving for The Folly from 12.30. We'll just blast for The Folly then as it is going to be chilly! It might be good to arrange a buddy boat by pm or post before ye go! Arrival at The Folly from 1.30 pm and leaving before dark! It's almost the shortest day of the year!!!!!! We often use Chn 77 for comms or Paul's mobile 07790 551442. If you are happy to have your mobile number in the public domain, please post (otherwise pm or 'phone Paul). Worth having the drysuit/thermals/helmet/gloves etc. etc. unless you're Carly





Avocet Family
Bedajim - James and Caroline
Brucehawkser & Crew
Carly
Chris
CJL & Under The Thumb
Dave Rymer & daughters
DJL
Hugh Jardon Chris & Debs
Jackeens Paul & Kathleen
Kevin & Kathryn
Nauti Buoy
Neil Harvey & Dad
Noddy Martyn & Ann
Nos
Pete, Viv, Susie and Andrew (tbc-may be menagerie-minding)
Pete L & Jan
Tim Griffin & Mrs Tim Griffin




All welcome as usual on a RIBnet Outing : 'tis not too late to join in ! Put the name down!

Don’t forget to Pimp Up Your Bateau!!!

And dig out those fetching Christmas outfits (for ideas of What Not To Wear have a look at the photo link in the first post!!!!)

Please see RN Cruise Guidance also.

Final updates tomorrow morning! Looking forward to it now!


K & P

[Noddy]

Sorry
Just picked up this thread - didnt realise we were still included but other committments mean we wont be there. Have a great day and hopefully we will get a full rundown at the Xmas Bash at The Lightship.
regards
Martyn(and Ann)

[Biggles]

For some reason Metcheck has gone crazy. Most forecasts show about 13 mph westerlies. Lee on Solent shows nearly double that.

http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/...=lee+on+solent

Lets see what happens.

[The Jackeens]

Cheers Noddy. Never too late to update! We will post an ultimate list before we go!

Thanks for weather Biggles. It does forecast a bit blowy although the Inshore Solent forecast on Metcheck is still showing F3-F4. It should feel very parky so if anyone's in doubt, it should be a lot more comfy on the sofa today!

Folly Jolly Sunday 16th

The annual RIBnet Christmas Run to the Folly

See first post for details!

Solent winds (from Neil's links) showing 3-4 Easterly at the moment and COLD
Anyone meeting at Pompey; we suggest being at The Lightship for 12.00. Leaving for The Folly from 12.30. We'll just blast for The Folly then as it is going to be chilly! It might be good to arrange a buddy boat by pm or post before ye go! Arrival at The Folly from 1.30 pm and leaving before dark! It's almost the shortest day of the year!!!!!! We often use Chn 77 for comms or Paul's mobile 07790 551442. If you are happy to have your mobile number in the public domain, please post (otherwise pm or 'phone Paul). Worth having the drysuit/thermals/helmet/gloves etc. etc. Carl, thermals are : a woolly vest and longjohns; (wot you wear snowboarding ) .





Avocet Family
Bedajim - James and Caroline
Brucehawkser & Crew
Carly
Chris
CJL & Under The Thumb
Dave Rymer & daughters
DJL
Hugh Jardon Chris & Debs
Jackeens Paul & Kathleen
Kevin & Kathryn
Nauti Buoy
Neil Harvey & Dad
Nos
Pete, Viv, Susie and Andrew (tbc-may be menagerie-minding)
Pete L & Jan
Tim Griffin & Mrs Tim Griffin




All welcome as usual on a RIBnet Outing : 'tis not too late to join in ! Put the name down!

Don’t forget to Pimp Up Your Bateau!!!

And dig out those fetching Christmas outfits (for ideas of What Not To Wear have a look at the photo link in the first post!!!!)

Please see RN Cruise Guidance also.

Final updates later! Looking forward to it now!


K & P

[Avocet]

Regret that we too have succumbed to seasonal bugs and will be unable to make it - even though boat in water and ready. Very sorry to miss what would have been our first Ribnet run. Here's to the next, hopefully! Have a great time.

[The Jackeens]

Hope you're better soon Avocet and look forward to meeting up next time

Paul's off to sort the boat & we'll post a final update before leaving.

We have a few mobile numbers and a list. Will check in with The Folly in a minute


K & P

[brucehawsker]

Assuming no stop planned in Cowes for Coffee, I will (on my own ) be leaving Lymington Yacht Haven (Fuel quay) at 12.30 en route to Folly. Would be very happy to have a 'buddy' if anyone is coming from the West, but no need to make a special trip!!
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Bruce