Maverick Martin Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 Paul when we go to Alderney I leave my inflatable in it's bag below decks and inflate on arrival then leave on the mooring for the duration. I would assume you could do the same in St Pete's. The water taxi really does have a mind of it's own it is/was very hit and miss. If I were going I would take it just in case or borrow/share Steves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 I am turning my phone off friday and will be off until tuesday absolutely gutted i am missing this trip again this year. but made slightly better by the good bream day on sunday and looking forward to a wrecking trip in the near future sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Posted May 21, 2014 Report Share Posted May 21, 2014 Shame Sam sorry we won't see you Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 have a fantastic and safe trip everyone. I look forward to the reports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 I'll send you some pics on Facebook then Sam ;-) The weather seems to have picked up again overnight - now giving 5's tomorrow morning - if it stays as is, it might mean a slightly later start? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niggle Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Hope the weather is good for you guys,have a great trip Nigel Kingfisher 126 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 I echo the sentiments of Graham & Nigel - and I'm sure speak on behalf of all members not able to join you - in wishing you all a safe, enjoyable and successful trip. Stuie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Thanks guys, we will do our best! I'm also starting to think of not being it too much of a rush tomorrow, getting better as the day moves on but not less than a F4. We will decide tonight I think and then last review in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oli Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Have a great trip guys, if only it was two weeks later we'd be with you - would have been a perfect shakedown for the new boat! Hope you catch lots (no need to say it but have fun!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 I think tomorrow is "up for discussion"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Fox Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 If it helps, the approach I use is to use the information sources trusted by Coastguards, with checks evening before and just before a crossing : Overall for the whole trip across: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/marine/shipping_forecast.html#All~Portland UK side to 12 miles out: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/marine/inshore_forecast.html#SelseyBilltoLymeRegis Mid channel actuals: http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=62103 Channel Islands to 12 miles out: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/marine/inshore_forecast.html#ChannelIslands With the southerly expected, I'd also plan to avoid the wider Alderney Race area during the middle of the ebb. Good luck with making the right decisions! Mike Stuie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Tight lines and safe trip. Just mist out this time around but will be back!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightingale300 Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 We had loads of launce on the banks last week when I was over Alderney on the small sakbi feathers. Hope you all have a safe and enjoyable trip guys. Tight lines. Malcolm N Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Enjoy lads .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Malcolm, so how was the fishing round Alderney on your trip? nightingale300 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherman1055 Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Have a good and safe trip lads So envious but I will be getting a new addition to the family over the next few days Keep us updated on the forum/ face book Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Hé les gars comment allez-vous être en mesure de faire face sans moi Any problems ask (Kev Yelo )he's Bristolian lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mw Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 So am I but have not got a clue mw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Steve, Recent reports are a bit dissaponting to be fair - the flats seem well down on numbers and the wrecking seems to be blighted by dirty water. I havent seen a single report raving about the fishing yet.... The weather will definatly stop an early start tomorrow - but we are hopeful of a get away Fri afternoon or even Sat morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Thanks Adam, I think. Current plan is for us is to leave afternoon/late afternoon so basically a travel day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wight Magic Posted May 22, 2014 Report Share Posted May 22, 2014 Good luck lads i hope you have a good trip it will feel strange missing this trip Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Thanks all for the good wishes As we start the day with the wind howling the jury is still out on what we can do No doubt phones will start buzzing very soon. nightingale300 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightingale300 Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Steve s I put my report from Alderney in the club members chit chat under BACK FROM Alderney Malcolm N Steve S 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Really feel for you guys, decisions decisions. On the plus side the weather looks to subside late afternoon onwards and for the rest of the weekend although it may be a little bumpy coming home with a f4 on the nose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted May 23, 2014 Report Share Posted May 23, 2014 Bloody weather - howling out there this morning. The rest of the 3 days doesnt look to bad - but reminds me of 2011 - as Martin says a F4 on the nose for 4/5 hours isnt too nice. Its really borderline for me..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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