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Old 01 June 2014, 16:53   #121
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Yes they did and so did I and in both cases it wasn't small cheese. But then we all knew what was on the line - It was their choice, I used the same formula as in RB08, the £1,000 was non-refundable and it was up to the racers whether they wanted to go down that route or not. We didn't force them! In fact you opted to do that in RB08 so why the winge?

I wanted paying for my time because I am an OAP with - now - limited funds. When did you last work for nothing?

No problem: check out Companies House MPA Powerboat Events Ltd, it's all there for anyone to see. You see that's what the law says, if you are a Limited company you have to produce accounts that have been properly audited, or don't you do that!!! Oh, and again, it wasn't only the lack of finance, it was also the lack of entries which caused RB11, RB12 and CMC to collapse. It's pretty obvious to all now that there are just a handfull of racers - certainly no more - who want to or even can afford to take part in such races so basically that's it for those events.

Any more Bile Barry, bring it on? We have already been all over this like a rash on Boatmad but never mind.
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I did check companies house and it didn't tell me anything

So does the local football, Cricket team etc. pay there coaches and helpers to keep the clubs going?

Thanks for confirming you wanted paying I know many OAPS who do voluntary work sadly for them it doesn't involve flying around europe.

You have also answered your own question there arn't many offshore boats that will race these days so why did you launch RB11 after the RB12 team launched there race. Was it because you thought they stole your baby.
Be honest you knew that would scupper there race.

I will agree with you about the initial deposit that was non returnable my question is did many loose the stage payments.

If you run it as a business then there is no problem with making profit but at the same time you take the lose when it goes wrong in my book.

Regarding my accounts I think you will upset my accountant with your comments who are Myers Clark of Watford please feel free to check them out (Free advert for them)

Regarding RB8 once the stage payments were being made I never thought the race was not going ahead if I had then we probably would not of paid.
Remember the race was a success because of the good team you put together and the great racers that entered and the fact that once they were committed they all agreed to pay twice the initial entry fee.

Over to you....
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Old 05 June 2014, 20:31   #122
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The 'Venture Cup' may be down, but 'Venture 2014' will see four crews leave London this Saturday morning from St Katharine Docks to undertake the adventure of a lifetime as they aim to conquer over 2,500 miles of tough seas, with the ultimate goal being an arrival into Monaco on Sunday 22nd June.

The teams are currently assembling at St Katharine Docks in the heart of London, and will be on display to the public over the coming days. They are:
1. Cube52 (formerly 'Boss One'
2. Tally-Ho
3. Grey Ghost
4. Hot Lemon

The teams themselves will be on site with the boats, so if you're around London please drop down and say hello.

The fleet can be tracked live right across the two weeks at the following address:
Index - Venture Offshore Cup Tracking

The latest news from the teams during the race will be placed here:
An alternative home for adventure on the water.
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Old 05 June 2014, 22:59   #123
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?.......

No problem: check out Companies House MPA Powerboat Events Ltd, it's all there for anyone to see. You see that's what the law says, if you are a Limited company you have to produce accounts that have been properly audited, or don't you do that!!! ........
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The following is public information and I presume this is the company that Mike is referring to in the above post as he appears to have resigned 17/12/2012.
MPA Powerboats Events Ltd company reg 07440981
Changed its name to Monza British Powercraft Ltd 09/08/2013
The only set of accounts ever submitted by the company was 12/10/2012
It appears that the current directors have failed to submit accounts (audited or otherwise) as they are now well overdue 31/08/2013 as is the Annual Report 14/12/2013
There is also a proposal to strike off the company.

For general information regarding striking off a company read this https://www.gov.uk/strike-off-your-c...ister/overview
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Old 06 June 2014, 07:44   #124
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So was I right about 50 post back, I've kept a little quite since getting private messages asking me to retract my statement of possible fraud, crap situation in total and a bad outlook for every racer in Britain.
I've got another thought of no confidence bouncing around in my head
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Old 06 June 2014, 12:34   #125
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So was I right about 50 post back, I've kept a little quite since getting private messages asking me to retract my statement of possible fraud, crap situation in total and a bad outlook for every racer in Britain.
I've got another thought of no confidence bouncing around in my head
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When a boat looks that good who needs tubes!!!
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Old 06 June 2014, 16:09   #126
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What's bolt john, bugger off lazy twat?
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What's bolt john, bugger off lazy twat?
No - More like "hahaha .............. leaves room!"
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Old 06 June 2014, 17:35   #128
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Got it. A bit like. nothing good to say then don't say anything
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Old 07 June 2014, 09:37   #129
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There's a tracker for the Venture rally type thing Venture tracker and it seems that the weather hasn't been kind today - 3 of the 4 boats are now in Ramsgate harbour presumably looking for a mooring and Gordon in My Pleasure was pictured in St Kats - does anyone know if he's joined in? Maybe he just doesn't have a tracker?
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Old 07 June 2014, 09:39   #130
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Old 07 June 2014, 09:42   #131
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Looks like Gordon is joining in then? Good luck to him and everyone else, hope they get all the way!
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Old 07 June 2014, 21:50   #132
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Some news and images from today and yesterday are here:
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All four boats made it to Jersey today, but we did have concerns about the Scorpion Rib 'Hot Lemon' and it took them nearly 12 hours to make the journey. It turns out they had a stowaway. It would appear that Matt Wilson (of Perkins) was so disappointed not to be making the trip in the legendary HTS (winner of the 1972 London to Monte-Carlo), that he squizzled himself on board with the flying Scotsmen. Karma came a-calling a few hours later though when they hit a rogue wave which sent Matt flying into the back of skipper Darren Mellish's seat. Darren explained it some more: "Matt hit his lip and nose off my seat, which meant a lot of blood everywhere. We had him checked out at a hospital in Jersey, but it turns out that he's fine. No cure for his looks though, but he's no uglier than he was before. Biggest problem is that he chipped my new f*@*>> seat." Looks like Matt hasn't learned any lessons from today and is planning on heading off with Hot Lemon again tomorrow morning.

(Note: Just a quick clarification. MPA Powerboat Events Ltd. have not had anything to do with this event since late 2012. A new company was set up by the teams after a meeting at the London Boat Show in January 2013. This company is Venture Offshore Cup Ltd.)
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Looks like Gordon is joining in then? Good luck to him and everyone else, hope they get all the way!
An update from Mike Deacon in Hot Lemon VI who accompanied them to Jersey today...
"In Jersey with Grey Ghost, Tally Ho, Hot Lemon and Bossman.
My Pleasure dropped out with a blown turbo in Ramsgate.
The 3 or 4 boats (4 assuming "big" Hot Lemon are continuing) are leaving about 10am Sunday morning. Forecast is flat sea, no wind but mist/fog possible."
So to answer your question Cookee - yes - My Pleasure was joining them, but as far as we know has dropped out.

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Old 08 June 2014, 08:55   #134
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This looks a good trip
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Weathers looking good, good luck to them
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Safe 'n sound in Lorient. Crews will meet up tomorrow morning at 0800 (local) for an 0900 departure. Tomorrow's destination is a change from the planned route, as they're going to push further into the Bay of Biscay and aim for Arcachon.

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