Bangor Ribraid / Rib Hire in Northern Ireland.

Alan · 12 July 2004, 09:18

Ok, Having heard Alan P's hardsell of this years Ribraid at Cowes, Laura and I are planning to go. Have emailled Gina (I think it is) for details and to hopefully get a couple of spaces on a boat.

Though its always its nicer to have your own RIB for an event so its a long shot but does anyone know of any Rib charter (bareboat) operations in Northern Ireland?

And is anyone else going? I guess Aging Yoof will be there with Jolly Sailor heading of to Newfoundland but anyone else? Tim G?

Cheers,
Alan

Allen · 15 July 2004, 08:03

Should be a few ribs there from the Isle of Man

Alan · 15 July 2004, 08:16

Allen are you going? If so I can finally buy you the beer I've been promising to buy you since London Boatshow what 2-3 years ago!

Been in touch with Gail who is sorting us out. Looking forward to it!

Allen · 15 July 2004, 10:29

I hadn't forgotten

Yes I should be there. Just back from St.Kilda so I'm not up to date with what is going on. Does Gail have a website up and running, or are there details anywhere else? I believe that it is on at the end of the month but no one over here seems to know very much!

Cheers

Allen

Brian · 15 July 2004, 11:01

Can we get Gail to post here and to advertise the event?

TIM · 15 July 2004, 11:05

You can find all the details on the rib raid on www.ribraid.com

IT is a truely amazing event, the people are lovely, the place is lovely and the fun can't be beaten

Gail the orginiser is very helpful, and as far as I know she can help will finding accomidation........ so maybe try contacting her.

I wont be going

As my lovely Wife booked our Holidays, at the same time as RIBRAID,

so when all of you are having the times of your lives, I will be only half way throught my hoildays........ needless to say, the word 'divorce' is mentioned in lots of conversations now !!!!!

jordan · 20 July 2004, 13:54

Hi! Yes this years event is up and running! All posters have been distributed world wide. Log onto www.ribraid.com This 3 day event is the best ever. thanks Tim for saying I am very helpful, that is what I am here for. You can call me on 07879410800. Please John give me a link as promised? I have put you on our site, thanks. Looking forward to seeing you all on the 30th July, TAKE CARE OUT THERE! Cheers Gail

The Jackeens · 20 July 2004, 14:03

Hi Gail - ya got back ok on your trip on the scorpion issuing posters.

Having been there this weekend and tasting copious quantities of the local beer in the company of Gail, Marty and Kevin the following evening , I'm really looking forward to getting back there next weekend.'

and I hear theres one or two ribs there also for the event

Paul

whitingiom · 20 July 2004, 16:59

Can little boats come too - I am keen to go, but would prefer to be in company as mine is only 5.2m and 70hp.

Is there a group going from the IoM?

Jon

Alan Priddy · 21 July 2004, 06:13

Gail, Take note of the Alan's opening thread " After Alans HARD sell of this years RIBRAID" Just in case you dont think I do anything in my spare time! And Whitingiom, just in case Gail is still hung over somewhere and does not read this, small boats are more than welcome. PM Allen Corlett AKA hairdresser to se when they are coming over. I know Don is already up in Scotland and will be coming down rather than up this year
Alan P

Allen · 21 July 2004, 09:09

Thanks mate.

I won't be over until the Sunday morning. Staying in on Saturday to do my hair

jordan · 21 July 2004, 13:10

T'is me again. I know you do hard sell Allan and also embarasse me at the same time. I am such a quiet wee girl.
Our event is looking forward to all the smaller boats joining in, your are more than welcome. We had 2 Zapcats who did it last year and are expecting a lot more this year.Rib International Mag have just gave us a lovely feature,under the heading killer Event. That is only the name of the organisers.Thanks Hugo for that one!
Join in the fun laughter and the criac!

kipper · 21 July 2004, 15:23

how many boats attend this rib raid and is it bassed in bangor?

gavin · 21 July 2004, 17:47

For a flavour of last years excellent event

http://www.rib.net/forum/showthread....light=rib+raid

jordan · 21 July 2004, 17:51

Yes we are based in Bangor! "Award Winning Bangor Marina" as I say again full programme and details are on www.ribraid.com Allen your hair is beautiful and get yourself up here to the regestration on Friday 30th. The trip to Carrick and the Gourmet BBQ Feast is a real treat

!!!!!
P.S
Will book you an app with teeaey weesey!

gavin · 22 July 2004, 23:02

Send me a pm Whitingon I will email you one of Dons guys email address ,drop him a mail I am sure he will know of one or two other groups from the Island.

Allen · 23 July 2004, 09:15

Gail - I couldn't resist it. You now have a little green blob as I have "added to your reputation"

Allen

peter bullick · 23 July 2004, 09:35

Hi everyone.

There is little information on this forum, so here is a lot more.

Friday 30th. Register from 4pm at the marine court hotel, opposite the marina.
light refreshments and welcome from 7-30pm. Entertainment afterwards.

Sat 31st. more registrations in the morning. Ribs to Carrickfergus for BBQ and entertaiment in the afternoon and early evening.

Sun. 1st. Final registrations and briefing from 10am. 12 mid-day ribs to Donaghadee and on to Portpatrick, arrive PP 1-30pm ish. Met by PP lifeboat and pipers. BBQ at the Waterfront Hotel and entertainment. 5pm. leave for Donaghadees Pier 36 Pub and Restaurant for food and drink. Farewells 8.30 ish. All this for £25 per person, which also includes a substancial goodie bag and tee shirt. A weeked not to be missed.All details on the Website.

message to Alan Priddy. You are giving the impression that Gail is always under the influence of drink. You know that is very wrong.She does enjoy a good party though and is very generous. She is working her 'but' off for this event. She has worked very hard to promote 'Alan Priddy' in NI and you should be praising her, not knocking her.

Allen · 23 July 2004, 11:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by peter bullick

She has worked very hard to promote 'Alan Priddy' in NI and you should be praising her, not knocking her.

Was he? I don't think so.

Allen

jordan · 23 July 2004, 11:43

Advice to all! Registrations are coming in fast! Get in early and make sure you get your "t Shirt"
P.S

For the hairdresser