RIB outing to watch the J classes in July?

[Rokraider]

I am rounding up some of the HISC RIB owners to have a social outing in July to go and watch the J Class Regatta.
J Class Regatta - Solent 2012

Could be an interesting day out?

[Oscarguitar]

I will 100% defo be up for that. I went to one a number of years ago, so rough I couldnt take any photos but those boats are just awesome.

If you posted this on the Upcoming RIB cruises forum I think you would get a large group together. The guys round will flog across to the IOW for Nachos and a pint at the drop of a hat, so something like this sould be a real draw!

Would you like me to try and get an interested group together from Poole?

[C2 RIBS]

We have already got some work over these days. We hear it could be mad on the water, if you were out on the Clipper Race Start then similar or busier than that. Lets hope the waterskier stays away this time!

[C2 RIBS]

Here is some safety info for the Solent J class races 18-21st July
J Class Regatta - Solent 2012

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
GUIDANCE FOR SPECTATOR
BOATS & RIBS
1.
You can closely follow the fleet but please
JOIN any J class yacht from behind or to
one side - but not forward of the beam.
2.
Please watch for signals from the yacht’s
Navigator who may ask you to clear away
for an impending manoeuvre
3.
Each yacht is followed by a dedicated
SAFETY RIB flying a blue JCA Flag. Please
follow any safety instructions they may
give you.
4.
Please be aware of other J Class yachts -
which may be behind you, or closing fast at
an angle.
5.
Please be aware of and respect all other
spectator boats around you.
6.
We recommend that lifejackets are worn byu
all spectators, especially as each stern wave
can be very large. © J Class Association J Class Yachts : The Official Website of the J Class Association