Black Panther 1,581 Posted November 1, 2015 Share Posted November 1, 2015 So, if I were to turn up in BP, I would need somewhere to park the boat overnight. I'm guessing anchoring anywhere nearby is out???? What other options are there? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
erice 732 Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 would hobson bay be available for over night anchorage? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,581 Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Would have to dinghy from wherever and I will have all the dancing girls to get to the prizegiving. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ScottiE 174 Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Hmm you're probably right. Just how does one handicap a bog standard gbe with no race history and old pinhead mainsail? How about starting ten minutes before the slowest other gbe? Twenty? I'm thinking we'll probably start alongside Plan B and Sublime? Seems pretty fair considering we're all on a big learning curve and won't have kites on this occasion. Although I wouldn't object to a small head start. Now, how do I convince them both to join in? I can put the kite on board for ya one night this week. Just need to rig the prodder! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madyottie 82 Posted November 2, 2015 Share Posted November 2, 2015 Cool! Can you check the rod along the stbd side of the pod too please? It was all but gone last weekend so I temp lashed it, but didn't manage to get up to deal with it this week. Will bring dinghy up this week and try to get out after work to sort it properly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,230 Posted November 3, 2015 Author Share Posted November 3, 2015 First, we are still looking for a primary sponsor for a main prize. Anyone interested, or know a company that might be? They get publicity here, and on the night, plus I'll offer 3 months free advert here. Crew.org gets a main prize ( normally $1-2K retail) to give away on the night. Remember that this is one of, if not the largest single race regatta in the country - some 60 odd boats last year, and filled RYC to capacity for the party. It should be attractive to someone? 2nd, here is a couple of pics of the Dancing troop (Mana o Te Hula) that are booked for a show ont he evening, to be followed by Phil and his great music again! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,230 Posted November 25, 2015 Author Share Posted November 25, 2015 Who is coming? Only a few entries so far .... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The big T 41 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 We'll be there - crew working on how to follow on last years successful efforts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,581 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Just got confirmation from Westhaven I have a park for the night so BP is in. (note to handicapper - it's a big slow old schooner that sails like a real dog). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dambo 44 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 A couple of us were discussing this last night - 3 different boats to choose from (2 definite entries and the kids boat 'may' be ready...) (note to handicapper - it's a big slow old schooner that sails like a real dog). Lies, all lies Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markm 30 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Just got confirmation from Westhaven I have a park for the night so BP is in. (note to handicapper - it's a big slow old schooner that sails like a real dog). We have records, I couldn't help but notice in the 99 CC, BP thrashed all the Y11s and E1050s, including Force Eleven and the extremely modified Kick, not to mention one or two other well known slowdogs like Positive Touch, Truxton, Valium ..., my goodness it even beat Suburban Reptile Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,581 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Not bad for an old wooden cruiser Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marshy 30 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Is that how all the paint fell off? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mothership 6 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Didn't know it had a retractable keel. I'm assuming that was on the back of a trailer, of course. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,581 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 40 knots? Is that all? I can do that upwind with a reef in, while having a shower and roasting a turkey. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mothership 6 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 ...and whilst also partaking in special cuddles with Mrs. BP, right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mothership 6 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Oh wait sorry - you did say 'having a shower'. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Black Panther 1,581 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Both. You should come for a sail (I'll have the dancing girls on board). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
markm 30 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 No wonder she's been out of the water for four years, she's terrified, refuses to ever go near the water again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,230 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Share Posted November 26, 2015 I guess that's a NINJA champion! Brave words KM...waiting patiently for the evidence !! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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