The big T 41 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 Just received advice that no boats can enter or leave Westhaven marina for 3 days from 2pm until 7pm as the exclusion zone for Sail GP will not allow this. Now just awaiting the news we will not be able to access our boats/carparks, or our clubs during that time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Y88 5241 26 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 RNZYS sent a message to members that they can't access the club unless they have purchased a limited number ticket. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Psyche 739 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 2 hours ago, The big T said: Just received advice that no boats can enter or leave Westhaven marina for 3 days from 2pm until 7pm as the exclusion zone for Sail GP will not allow this. Now just awaiting the news we will not be able to access our boats/carparks, or our clubs during that time. will Panuku compensate occupants? 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cameron 93 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 I'm surprised they couldn't leave a narrow access lane along the southern side of the harbour... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
El Toro 108 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 You also have to pay to have your boat near the course, I believe all the slots, or the presold tickets have been filled already. Was around 800 per day Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Psyche 739 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 13 hours ago, Psyche said: will Panuku compensate occupants? I was joking of course, but blocking access to a thousand boat marina over a weekend in the middle of summer without leaving an access lane seems a bit rude Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K4309 358 Posted September 19 Share Posted September 19 3 hours ago, El Toro said: You also have to pay to have your boat near the course, I believe all the slots, or the presold tickets have been filled already. Was around 800 per day Presales open on Monday. But yes, you need to buy a ticket to "Bring your own boat"... Or there is the waterfront grandstand and the waterfront premium. In saying that, I am just a pleb, so the presales I'm signed up to may not be the presales for important people / high net worth individuals etc. It is possible all the boat tickets have already gone to corporate hospo and high net worth types. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ex Elly 225 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 Westhaven should probably reimburse marina occupiers for lack of access. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
El Toro 108 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 Orakei closes when things like marathon and round the bays is on Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cameron 93 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 25 minutes ago, ex Elly said: Westhaven should probably reimburse marina occupiers for lack of access. Is that Westhaven's fault? Maybe which ever arm of Auckland Council approves events should compensate others affected. Or Sail GP ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K4309 358 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 Do you guys want to get compensated every time there is a road closure somewhere as well? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,701 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 I've never understood the word presale. Makes no sense. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K4309 358 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 3 minutes ago, Black Panther said: I've never understood the word presale. Makes no sense. It is a way of gaging interest, so they can work out how much to rheem you for on the pricing... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,701 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 So if I sign up for a ticket, have a bought a ticket? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Psyche 739 Posted September 20 Share Posted September 20 Somehow I am reminded of this 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SloopJohnB 324 Posted September 22 Share Posted September 22 On 20/09/2024 at 7:33 AM, Cameron said: I'm surprised they couldn't leave a narrow access lane along the southern side of the harbour... but red cones don't float.😉 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
waikiore 451 Posted September 23 Share Posted September 23 The BYOB fees are extraordinary , since I believe Christchurch was free, though they are offering access inside the exclusion zone , and your proximity to the course looks a lot closer than Chch. Still land based with the big screens etc and sleeping on my boat looks the best bet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CarpeDiem 510 Posted September 23 Share Posted September 23 BYOB for under 49ft is already sold out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ex Elly 225 Posted September 23 Share Posted September 23 1 hour ago, waikiore said: The BYOB fees are extraordinary Only if you have a big boat. Grandstand is $187 each. So get a 48 footer plus 3 friends, and you'll save money! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K4309 358 Posted September 23 Share Posted September 23 The BYOB was for 2 days, where as the grandstand is for 1 day. Would have been $628 BYOB for the family, $750 to take the family for one day. Kids are more interested in watching it on TV and me putting that cash into their bank accounts... Especially since they are getting their heads around compounding interest. Disappointed the sub 49fter sold out so fast. Logged on about 3pm and it was gone (once I worked out how to get the website to go). Anyone know if / how you can watch the practice day? We are keen to see these boats in person doing their stuff, doesn't have to be racing, in that the coverage is better on TV for watching the racing, but be great for the kids to see these things on the water. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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