Another alternative RIB exhibition? - Page 2

timw · 13 October 2003, 21:01

Cowes would be good if the organisers could organise moorings nearby for visiting Ribs

Ian · 13 October 2003, 21:06

I agree with GaryGee on this one. It's great for you lot down south but for some of us it's a drag to get the coast and then have to ferry further still. Certainly bringing the boat down then secure parking for trailor and car and then the trip back up north would waste a great deal of the time during a weekend or time booked off work.
Has there ever been suggested a ribex or similar at an inland venue such as a large lake where ribs can still be demonstrated and you could get more space for onshore traders rather than at a quayside etc.
This would potentially move the venue to a more convinient position for a lot of people.
Just a thought.

Richard B · 13 October 2003, 21:07

No room for the fridge... you'll find out why on the "equipment required" thread in a minute!
We did test a new cool-bag though this summer and it was great... cold cans (only coke as I get terrible dehydration if I drink beer in the sun!) all day long.

Yes - I'll probably be there. Only problem I have with Cowes is it's reputation for "RIB carnage":

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Originally posted by Alan Priddy
Cowes has to be one of the unfriendliest harbours in the world.
It is full idiots who have just got into boating and have very little idea how to moor up let alone handle the boat....Cowes, you can keep it...

Lymington town pretty bad as well, but Yarmouth I.O.W. my favorite at the moment, despite a very unfriendly yottie who nearly punctured my tubes with his CQR anchor mounted on the bow. Words were said and he went elsewhere.

The Jackeens · 13 October 2003, 21:13

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Words were said and he went elsewhere.

Pistols at dawn - you big rufty tufty thing

Richard B · 13 October 2003, 21:20

I have only one rule about arguments - only get into one if I'm definitely going to win!

Hey, I've just thought - did you guys pay the Yarmouth Harbourmaster for our stay?

The Jackeens · 13 October 2003, 21:34

yep

Kathleens best mate now

Richard B · 13 October 2003, 21:55

Thanks for that.

They are great guys there at Yarmouth.

Daniel · 13 October 2003, 22:11

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Originally posted by Ian
...it's a drag to get the coast and then have to ferry further still. Certainly bringing the boat down then secure parking for trailor and car and then the trip back up north would waste a great deal of the time during a weekend or time booked off work.

So catch a lift with Myself of one of the closer RIBnet people on our RIB's!

Not in the spirit of what you are saying i know, but a thought never-the-less.

Richard B · 13 October 2003, 22:16

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Originally posted by Ian
secure parking for trailer and car...

Can always be found - we're actually quite hospitable down here!

Of course, you know that you should really just move down south. It's just as much fun, but without the rain!

Dirk Diggler · 14 October 2003, 14:21

Originally posted by Alan Priddy
Cowes has to be one of the unfriendliest harbours in the world.
It is full idiots who have just got into boating and have very little idea how to moor up let alone handle the boat....Cowes, you can keep it...

Now Now Alan, just cause they wouldn't let you into North Basin during the Powerboat weekend!!

Charles · 14 October 2003, 14:35

CRIKEY, you guys can whinge and complain!! Just like a bunch of old Grumpy Men - lighten up??!!
Life's not that bad?

HMS input:
''It may interest everyone to know that we have a new website for RIBEX 2004 at and it highlights the special deal we have secured with Red Funnel ferries for a package price of just £10 which includes a return ferry ticket and entrance to the show...this is still well below the cost of entry to Southampton Boat Show! We have also secured substantially discounted crossings for exhibitors, and we have arranged a plentiful supply of visitors berths at the show so that people can bring their own RIBs, thus adding to the festival atmosphere.''

So...give it a go and support your fellow ribsters - who knows, you might actually enjoy yourself

Richard B · 14 October 2003, 15:09

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Originally posted by Charles
CRIKEY, you guys can whinge and complain!! Just like a bunch of old Grumpy Men - lighten up??!!
Life's not that bad

Oi...

stop making out we're all whinging!!

Daniel, Gingercoastie and me have as good as arranged a cruise, Tim's going if there's berthing (which, you tell us, there is, so that's sorted) and jackeen just wants to go to Cowes anyway. I've volunteered to help the ferret and flat cap brigade with berthing and parking, and Daniel's offering space on his RIB. Phil and Simmons0 sound like they're up for it...

So, you'd jolly well better be there, that's all I can say!

Charles · 14 October 2003, 15:19

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Originally posted by Richard B

So, you'd jolly well better be there, that's all I can say!

I would'nt go there if I were you?!

Seems like a good opportunity for organising the Second Inaugural Ribnet Conference, errr, is there such a thing? Any ideas, comments anyone?

Alan · 14 October 2003, 15:22

Ok Charles, I know you and HMS are buddies but couldn't he post on his own behalf?

My point remains valid. For my tenner (even if it includes a ride on the red jet) I would like to see more shoreside activities to make it worth while. If the full 3500 sq m of shoreside space is utilised with trade stands, exhibitions & refreshment so I can have a wander round, buy some kit and have a beer and burger with my mates then great. If theres half a dozen trade stands and the floating exhibits none of whom are going to take me out cos I dont want to buy one of their RIBS right now then its poor VFM.

Mebbe its the same for any RIB only show. Unless you are one of the 45% who are looking to buy a boat or 40% looking to buy an engine then whats there to tempt you? Actually do you think the 45 & 40% are cummulative? If so I'm part of the 5% who wants neither so perhaps the show is not aimed at me and I'd better shut up!

Alan

Alan · 14 October 2003, 15:30

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Originally posted by Charles
I would'nt go there if I were you?!

Seems like a good opportunity for organising the Second Inaugural Ribnet Conference, errr, is there such a thing? Any ideas, comments anyone?

Excellent idea! Would make it worth attending! (Which is kinda my point.)

Daniel · 14 October 2003, 15:35

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Originally posted by Charles
Second Inaugural Ribnet Conference

Interesting idea - i like the idea of the Solent this time, much closer than Plymouth and loads of interesting stuff to do.

On the fence about combining it with RIBex though, it might encroatch upon drinking time.

Right time of year though... are you willing to do as much organising this year Charles?

Richard B · 14 October 2003, 15:47

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Originally posted by Charles
I would'nt go there if I were you?!

Charles, you're talking in riddles again

Explain yourself...

Daniel · 14 October 2003, 15:49

Charles, my guess is you've been roped into helping with either organising, driving a RIB or something similar. So how do we get paid to play with RIB's? I'm serious, sounds like a worthy cause for a weeks holiday to me!

Charles · 14 October 2003, 16:06

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Originally posted by Richard B
Charles, you're talking in riddles again Explain yourself...

Richard

Err, um - we were in Herm, where were you?

Hey, Richard, this is just gentle 'rib-tickling'

Daniel - my suggestion is to either contact RI directly and enquire about doing some work at the show for them - or contact potential exhibitors and ask them the same question.
As far as someone organising the next RibNet Conference - please step forward - anyone?!

gavin · 14 October 2003, 20:27

As an International visitor from the Republic of Ireland, my last boat show was the excellent event at Southampton,I can understand peoples views about having an event at a location that suits the majority this is usually the way things go, however visitors from the Uk were only one of the many groups of visitors who usually frequent a show, I met Germans French speakers, Russians Irish etc etc at the Southampton event.As the Uk is in effect surrounded by countries ie Ireland and the rest of Europe who have a single currency I felt that if items were priced in Euro as well as GBP it is with absolute certanity that visitors from Euroland would part with more money as there is no need to be constantly working out the price difference and trying to do a quick comparison whilist being given the hard sell to see if you are being ripped off or getting a good deal.Outside of the Uk there isnt really much call for Sterling not with a strong European Currency, and I feel that Exibhitors are selling themselves short by not having the forsight to dual price items to give the visitors from outside the UK a chance to see transparancy of pricing.It wouldnt undermine the Sterling price but compliment it , because if you are getting a bargin there would be no reason not to price in Euros.In my opinion pricing in GBP merley limits the amount of stock a vendor can sell and a dual pricing system would be pretty simple to implement and catch the attention of those visiting from outside the UK.