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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 08 June 2009, 07:15
Replies: 26
Views: 4,135
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Hi You will be okay two hours either side of...

Hi

You will be okay two hours either side of low water.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 April 2009, 10:31
Replies: 24
Views: 8,047
Posted By Simon Hawkins
The main question you both need to ask yourselves...

The main question you both need to ask yourselves is for waht purpose is the boat going to be put too. I RIB would be the better option for bad condtions, but only if you are a capable driver. Alot...
Forum: Electrics and electronics 05 September 2008, 12:23
Replies: 17
Views: 3,375
Posted By Simon Hawkins
May I suggest that if you are concerned about...

May I suggest that if you are concerned about losing people over the side at night you make the cheaper option and buy some white parachute flares.

Simon
Forum: Other stuff 25 July 2008, 12:44
Replies: 9
Views: 1,840
Posted By Simon Hawkins
You are nearly correct but a little bit of the...

You are nearly correct but a little bit of the trail. Nasher if you want to know the proper answer then get in touch with me as this is what I do day in day out, when I am not on the water. You can...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 17 June 2008, 12:22
Replies: 33
Views: 6,307
Posted By Simon Hawkins
It was east of the ryde middle bank, north of the...

It was east of the ryde middle bank, north of the main Channel. We found it quite easily, by doing a specific search of the area. Found it withion 20 minutes of pager.

Simon
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 17 June 2008, 08:50
Replies: 33
Views: 6,307
Posted By Simon Hawkins
We declined to do it this year, due to the...

We declined to do it this year, due to the current transitional phase we are in with the RNLI. If any problems has of taken place we would of been tasked in any event as we cover as far as Newport.
...
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 16 June 2008, 16:08
Replies: 33
Views: 6,307
Posted By Simon Hawkins
They did get back safely. We got paged at 23.40,...

They did get back safely. We got paged at 23.40, found the casualty and then towed them into Camber, Portsmouth. I got to bed a 0230.

Simon
Forum: Upcoming RIB cruises 28 May 2008, 12:01
Replies: 33
Views: 6,307
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Your best bet would to go to Island Harbour and...

Your best bet would to go to Island Harbour and walk from their as it is not too far. With regards to overnighting then if it is camping you are looking for I cannot help.

Simon
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 May 2008, 08:34
Replies: 34
Views: 6,228
Posted By Simon Hawkins
I will be their with the lifeboat, but not on...

I will be their with the lifeboat, but not on Saturday as we all have to go to Poole on capsize training.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 April 2008, 12:18
Replies: 12
Views: 3,337
Posted By Simon Hawkins
That is what we have been told.

That is what we have been told.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 28 April 2008, 09:05
Replies: 12
Views: 3,337
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Thankyou all for your comments. This is subject...

Thankyou all for your comments. This is subject to discussion in future meetings.

With regards to the boat we will be getting, it will be an Atlantic 85.

Simon
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 April 2008, 11:54
Replies: 12
Views: 3,337
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Cowes Inshore Lifeboat

Hi all

I posted a thread a little while ago about Cowes Inshore Lifeboats operation integrating with the RNLI. After a long meeting held with the Stakeholders of the Medina and an EGM held it was...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 29 February 2008, 12:23
Replies: 11
Views: 2,762
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Doug Thankyou for your comment. I am limited...

Doug

Thankyou for your comment. I am limited on what I can say publically, but watch this space.

Simon
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 29 February 2008, 11:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,762
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Tim All crew will need to be re-trained, in...

Tim

All crew will need to be re-trained, in some form. I will be having a meeting with the training manager of the RNLI to discuss this further, when all is finalised. Yes there will be a medical...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 29 February 2008, 10:33
Replies: 11
Views: 2,762
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Our current boat would be sold, and replaced with...

Our current boat would be sold, and replaced with an atlantic 85.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 29 February 2008, 10:07
Replies: 11
Views: 2,762
Posted By Simon Hawkins
RNLI In Cowes

Hi All

I have been very involved in this. Would appreciate your thoughts please.

https://www.iwcp.co.uk/Features/Letters/ENSURING_COWES_LIFEBOATS_FUTURE_1.aspx

Simon
Forum: RIB gallery 29 February 2008, 10:03
Replies: 15
Views: 3,300
Posted By Simon Hawkins
The new helicopters should of been arriving in...

The new helicopters should of been arriving in March for the Solent Area. However I have been advised that there is a delay on these.

Simon
Forum: Other stuff 15 January 2008, 09:21
Replies: 13
Views: 2,865
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Before Christmas I did an exercise with the...

Before Christmas I did an exercise with the lifeboat and Whisky Bravo doing this very thing. They wanted me to put one of my crew in the water and then for them to lower their winchman into the water...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 January 2008, 15:34
Replies: 8
Views: 3,070
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Tim Limbs being minced springs to mind....

Tim

Limbs being minced springs to mind. Some things really amaze me.

Simon
Forum: Commercial operators 08 January 2008, 09:38
Replies: 10
Views: 3,130
Posted By Simon Hawkins
A boat used purely for training does not need to...

A boat used purely for training does not need to be coded if it is only to be used within the operating area of the training centre. The RYA will inspect the boat when they attend the centre before...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 December 2007, 15:49
Replies: 20
Views: 5,733
Posted By Simon Hawkins
I agree with Dougs comments. What benefit is it...

I agree with Dougs comments. What benefit is it to a student to learn pacing. It is very dangerous if carried out incorrectly. I train my helmsman in pacing as it is a safe way of transferring crew...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 17 December 2007, 12:09
Replies: 141
Views: 30,797
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Hi Doug Hope you are well. I am staying out...

Hi Doug

Hope you are well. I am staying out of this thread now.

Simon
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 December 2007, 11:19
Replies: 98
Views: 15,429
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Okay meet you half way. Semi then.

Okay meet you half way. Semi then.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 December 2007, 10:38
Replies: 98
Views: 15,429
Posted By Simon Hawkins
In my day job yes !! as an "Abjective"...

In my day job yes !! as an "Abjective" professional.

On the Boat then a "Noun" Prefessional
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 December 2007, 09:45
Replies: 98
Views: 15,429
Posted By Simon Hawkins
Noted the comments, which is why I said I am not...

Noted the comments, which is why I said I am not saying anymore on the subject however feel some points need clearing up. At Cowes we are a professional outfit and are held in high regard with the...
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