Round ireland 2013 - Page 12

MustRib · 28 May 2013, 14:19

Err.... he didnt mean ship to ship refuelling !

He meant a tanker truck coming to each stop.
Personally - I wont be happy until air to air refuelling is brought up !!

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Originally Posted by Dragonhawk ficht

With no disrespect to this idea, have you gentlemen ever tried pulling alongside a tanker at sea, unless conditions are lillypond calm it can be very hazardous, think of pulling alongside a sheer cliff face and you'll get the idea, most Ship to smaller vessel transfers at sea are usually performed under passage, anything from 5 to 10knts whatever the Ships Captain feels appropriate. He would of course provide you with a lee, but even this can be challenging with small lightweight craft.
I'm not saying it can't be done, and really not looking to throw spanners, I hope it will be a fantastic experience for you all, and wish you the very best for your voyage.

PS, If anyone would like some high res pics or vids whilst departing or returning to the Port of Milford Haven, then please contact and we can arrange a meeting place.

Regards
Paul.

Dhf · 28 May 2013, 15:13

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Originally Posted by MustRib

Err.... he didnt mean ship to ship refuelling !

He meant a tanker truck coming to each stop.

Do'h ...... In that case its a brilliant idea, and I hope the weather is like this for your voyage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_k7v9rWCkI

Bushrider · 28 May 2013, 15:22

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Originally Posted by Cetus

Any news on the fuel tanker deal?

OK - I SEE .. I was late

What Cetus is talking about was a fuel truck with enough capacity to supply fuel to all participants to avoid everybody running in the evening with plenty of jerry cans to the next gas station ..
somebody here mentioned that HMS was considering - or was even organizing such fuel supply already .

*but an offshore fuel tanker would be cool too

Cetus · 28 May 2013, 18:55

That's exactly what I was talking about.

HUMBER P4VWL · 28 May 2013, 19:38

Make it big enough and you could winch on deck, re fuel then launch..... A la the whale wars video! Rofl

MustRib · 28 May 2013, 22:27

guys..yes ...HMS mailed me that he is trying to put together a Fuel tanker truck that will be at each night stop, with hoses, spill kit etc, so that the flotilla can be refuelled. He is working on it and should have news soon. The fuel demands of all the boats are too much to do it any other way. No ship to ship refuelling, no air to air refuelling, no carrying tons of jerry cans between the Marina and the local gas station. He should be along with some news soon.

pjenks · 04 June 2013, 05:02

Team Bulletin (29th May): We are therefore delighted to confirm that the Donegal Fuel Company have agreed to take the project on in order to not only service a midway fuel stop on day three but also all the ports inclusive of and between Killybegs to Crosshaven. The service will include one Articulated Fuel Tanker plus an additional supply truck carrying Easy Pumps, Generators, Spill Kits and Oil Booms - all operated by a designated qualified two man Round Ireland Challenge fuelling crew.

John Kennett · 04 June 2013, 05:06

That should make things easier! They've done really well to get that sorted.

pjenks · 04 June 2013, 05:08

"The event has grown to such proportions that every hour the flotilla is steaming, its total consumption of petrol will now be running at over 1000 litres an hour. "

willk · 04 June 2013, 11:58

I suspect that the "Donegal Fuel Company" may be "Donegal Oil". They are keen Rally people and should be well equipped to supply fuel "in the field". Also used to dock/boat work as they supply marine fuels into Killybegs, our largest fishing port.

Ctrl+Alt+Delete · 07 June 2013, 12:20

The race was great this year, from my sailing perspective. Should have been great from a rib to!

TomLinley · 13 June 2013, 16:36

Just as way of update, my Ribeye 6m running the ICE console is coming on. All being well will be testing her in the water next week!

MustRib · 13 June 2013, 20:41

its coming along Tom, still a few things to do though from the look of it....A frame, outboard, electrics? do you have a firm handover date and a shake down run in mind?

TomLinley · 14 June 2013, 00:12

Engine was rigged today, electronics on Monday and Tuesday. Final set up Wednesday and test run. Thursday I will give it a proper run.

Bushrider · 20 June 2013, 17:58

Hi guys ,
Would be a sin to circumnavigate Ireland without fishing gear ! Question to me is only - what do I need there ??
I love fishing but have mostly experience with fishing on lakes and rivers - except a few trips to the Baltic sea where I never fished deeper than 30m for cod .
Can somebody recommend me the specs of rod / reel / line / size & weight of jigs ???
I have a 2.7m rod with 180g casting weight , a Shimano 4000 reel with 0.17mm Fireline and up to 100g jigs - I wonder whether this would impress the Irish fish somehow !

M.Thornton · 20 June 2013, 18:09

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Originally Posted by Bushrider

Hi guys ,
Would be a sin to circumnavigate Ireland without fishing gear ! Question to me is only - what do I need there ??
I love fishing but have mostly experience with fishing on lakes and rivers - except a few trips to the Baltic sea where I never fished deeper than 30m for cod .
Can somebody recommend me the specs of rod / reel / line / size & weight of jigs ???
I have a 2.7m rod with 180g casting weight , a Shimano 4000 reel with 0.17mm Fireline and up to 100g jigs - I wonder whether this would impress the Irish fish somehow !

Hi Bushrider
You might be better with a bass spinning rod & reel 7kg breaking strain line
some red-gill lures,weighted lures & jelly shads. fish to catch will be Pollack,
Bass(hopefully) & Mackerel
Mike T
Black Hawk

Bushrider · 20 June 2013, 18:14

Hi Mike ,
A light bass spinning rod is not a problem at all - with these rods I fish in Germany & Ukraine for bass , pikes and others ..
Thought I need some heavier equipment to fish deeper and with heavy jigs !
Team SEARIDER

TomLinley · 21 June 2013, 05:49

My Ribeye hit the water yesterday and performed brilliantly. Some set up to do but running 51 knots and the seat is working a treat! Very happy with her.

Bushrider · 21 June 2013, 05:57

That looks awesome !! Congratulations !
I am flying today for the weekend home to Germany and hope to finish all remaining works on my boat ..

STILL 36 days left...

MustRib · 21 June 2013, 06:08

Thats fast Tom...its looking good. Mazda tow car by any chance?

What are you doing for lights and aerials?
Are you fitting an A Frame?

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Originally Posted by TomLinley

My Ribeye hit the water yesterday and performed brilliantly. Some set up to do but running 51 knots and the seat is working a treat! Very happy with her.