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Boating chit chat thread.

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  • #2342
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    neris wrote: »
    youd easily do greystones or arklow to kilmore in one go. Longish day but doable


    That's what I'd shoot for anyway, marina to marina.
    With the OH and a 5yo, I wouldn't want to be tying up on harbour walls, or alongside trawlers.

    most likely it'll be a trip for next year anyway.

    What I would love to try and do this year would be Dublin - Carlingford - Ardglass - Peel, all fairly short hops, but depends on how things re-open throughout the rest of the summer..


  • #2343
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    We were in Dunmore last year and there's a visitors pontoon in the harbour but you've to raft up on it and if there's a cruise ship visiting Waterford they kick all the yachts out to use as a landing point for passengers coming off the ship


  • #2344
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    neris wrote: »
    We were in Dunmore last year and there's a visitors pontoon in the harbour but you've to raft up on it and if there's a cruise ship visiting Waterford they kick all the yachts out to use as a landing point for passengers coming off the ship

    good to know about the cruise ships in Waterford, I'd need to plan accordingly, and if Dunmore East was busy, I could always press on up the river to the city.


  • #2345
    DOCARCH
    Moderators, Home & Garden Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators Posts: 17,687 Mod ✭✭✭✭DOCARCH


    Doubt there will be any cruise ships this year!


  • #2346
    eagerv
    Registered Users Posts: 4,386 ✭✭✭eagerv


    When our youngest was 4 months old we cruised the southwest for a few weeks.
    The most memorable places were where there was no marina. For example Oysterhaven, Glandore, Schull, Crookhaven, Few places in Bantry Bay and on the way home Ballycotton and a mooring buoy in Dunmore East. Always slept so much better on a buoy or at anchor. Loved the peacefulness of the beautiful places.

    The few places where we stayed in a Marina were always busy, often rafting out. Except for Lawrence cove which was excellent. The shop, pub and cafe gave us a present for our baby when leaving after three days there.:)
    Don't get me wrong, I keep our boat in Kilmore Quay Marina which is excellent, but I often pity the folks arriving and having to raft out when busy...


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  • #2347
    nokiatom
    Registered Users Posts: 421 ✭✭nokiatom


    Flipperdipper wrote: »
    The South East region of Ireland comprises counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow, Kilkenny and Tipperary. They all started using the Wexford slogan when Bord Fáilte split into regional areas and grouped counties together. The phrase "The Sunny South East" was the brainchild of the late Billy Kelly of Kellys Hotel Rosslare, grandfather of the present owner also called Billy. A group of businessmen were looking for ways to attract more tourists to the area And Mr Kelly came up with his now famous slogan. According to Met Eireann Carnsore point, which in Wexford and is the South East tip of the country, on average has more hours of sunshine per year than any other part of the country. All the above counties are in the South East but only one, Wexford, is The Sunny South East.:p:):)
    Youghal which is in Co Cork is often regarded to be in the sunny south east!!


  • #2348
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    Doesn't Cork airport also advertise itself as a gateway to 'Irelands Ancient East'

    https://www.corkairport.com/news/detail/2016/11/24/ireland-s-ancient-east-promotional-campaign-launched


  • #2349
    DOCARCH
    Moderators, Home & Garden Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators Posts: 17,687 Mod ✭✭✭✭DOCARCH


    AndyBoBandy wrote: »
    Doesn't Cork airport also advertise itself as a gateway to 'Irelands Ancient East'

    https://www.corkairport.com/news/detail/2016/11/24/ireland-s-ancient-east-promotional-campaign-launched

    There's East Cork and West Cork.

    East Cork is designated part of 'Irelands Ancient East' and then West Cork is part of the 'Wild Atlantic Way'....starts in Kinsale I think.


  • #2350
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    Heard Irelands Eye is out of bounds for anyone out of Howth or Malahide. No access is allowed and there was a recent issue on the island that involved the Gardai. Anyone know any thing about that?


  • #2351
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    I was out last Sunday and went as far as Irelands eye, but didn't see anyone on the island, or any boats at anchor and would assume the little ferry from Howth isn't running!!

    Saw the usual few fishing boats around the island, but no landing!!


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  • #2352
    Daibheid
    Registered Users Posts: 533 ✭✭✭Daibheid


    neris wrote: »
    Heard Irelands Eye is out of bounds for anyone out of Howth or Malahide. No access is allowed and there was a recent issue on the island that involved the Gardai. Anyone know any thing about that?

    I understood all islands along with their ferry services were placed off limits to non residents early in this crisis and boaters were specifically asked not to breach the islands quarantine by travelling to and landing on (inhabited?) islands.

    But there's always someone who's "cleverer" than the rest of us sheeple.


  • #2353
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    Anyone know the whereabouts of this little yoke

    Screenshot-20200529-133724-Samsung-Internet.jpg


  • #2354
    fenris
    Registered Users Posts: 3,078 ✭✭✭fenris


    I got out with the kids the other evening off Greystones, it's great that they are at the stage where they can launch and be told wait in the harbour until I come around, there is a lot to be said for kids doing Frostbites to get their confidence and boat handling up to speed!
    We headed out for a while then rafted up for a chat and a snack, the muppet in the kayak was looking for a tow home so I pointed out that if he had enough energy to annoy his sister then he had more than enough energy to paddle home, he then made rookie mistake number one and told me that we was just going to hang onto the line, the expression on his face when I reminded that there were two end on a line then cast him off was priceless :D

    514830.jpg


  • #2355
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    HeidiHeidi wrote: »
    https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/may/12/long-journey-home-the-stranded-sailboats-in-a-race-to-beat-the-hurricanes?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_News_Feed


    Not the time to be sailing the world!



    Or having a lovely time dandering around the Caribbean in advance of hurricane season... :eek:

    The 1 armed trans Atlantic sailor

    https://afloat.ie/sail/cruising/item/46534-solo-one-armed-sailor-gary-crothers-making-good-progress-on-transatlantic-voyage-back-to-ireland


  • #2356
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    With the restrictions of movement being extended to countywide on Monday, does this mean we can visit other harbours/marinas in the same county? Would love a spin around to Dun Laoghaire for a night if we get a nice weekend.....


  • #2357
    Steve
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 22,584 CMod ✭✭✭✭Steve


    AndyBoBandy wrote: »
    With the restrictions of movement being extended to countywide on Monday, does this mean we can visit other harbours/marinas in the same county? Would love a spin around to Dun Laoghaire for a night if we get a nice weekend.....

    Don't see why not.

    I'd ring the marina first to see if they are accepting visitors.


  • #2358
    AndyBoBandy
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    Steve wrote: »
    I'd ring the marina first to see if they are accepting visitors.

    Oh absolutely, that would go without saying.

    And I’d imagine if they are accepting visitors, their facilities would still be closed off, but that would be up to each marina to plan for.


  • #2359
    HeidiHeidi
    Registered Users Posts: 28,776 ✭✭✭✭HeidiHeidi


    According to Irish Sailing, it sounds like that would be fine.

    As Steve said, I'd be checking with DL marina first though.

    https://www.sailing.ie/Coronavirus?fbclid=IwAR3d3b_D04_bra-MvDBQg2ngvIWZ9SynRYChIH6Ahu84koi-QxJhGbfhdAI


  • #2360
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    AndyBoBandy wrote: »
    With the restrictions of movement being extended to countywide on Monday, does this mean we can visit other harbours/marinas in the same county? Would love a spin around to Dun Laoghaire for a night if we get a nice weekend.....

    Summers over your a week late :D


  • #2361
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    neris wrote: »
    Summers over your a week late :D

    Was off all this week, so at least got a few nice days out on the water!!

    Shout out to the guy anchored off Ireland’s Eye on Tuesday who ran aground at low tide!!


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  • #2362
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    Don't think he's a howth boat


  • #2363
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    neris wrote: »
    Don't think he's a howth boat

    Didn’t look it as when he weighed anchor, he headed around towards the Bailey.

    He was in Ireland’s Eye when we arrived, and only returned to his boat when she started to list.


  • #2364
    Steve
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 22,584 CMod ✭✭✭✭Steve


    More info published here:

    Phase 2 Personal FAQs

    When can I work on / lift in my boat?
    Monday 18th of May, boat yards, marinas, and other marine leisure business were opened to facilitate essential maintenance, lifting and security of boats. From Monday 8th of June if your boat is within your county or 20km from home (Ph2+) and Nationwide (Ph3).

    When can I go sailing?
    In Phase 2+ single handed or mixed household multi-handed supervised and non-supervised activity, as well as day sailing, windsurfing or powerboating once maintaining social distancing of 2m and travel within your county or 20km from home (Ph2+) and Nationwide (Ph3).

    In phase 2+ can I go Sailing in my own boat with members of other households if I can maintain Social Distancing?
    Yes mixed household crew for multi handers in compliance with social distancing.
    ​~ So, if you have a boat big enough to sail with social distancing then it is a good chance to see what is possible in a non-competitive environment.
    ~ You do your own risk assessment and protocols to see what is possible.

    I am over 70, when can I go sailing?
    Current guidelines state that “those who are cocooning can leave their homes in line with current travel restrictions to exercise or a drive as long as they avoid all contact with other people.” If you can comply with this restriction, then sailing, windsurfing and powerboating are considered as ‘exercise’.

    Are marinas accepting visiting boats?
    Irish Sailing are seeking confirmation from Marina Operators, in the meantime check before you travel.

    What is meant by ‘Home Port’?
    “Home port” in this document refers to your launch site or where your boat currently lies. It may be possible to end your trip in a different port if both are within current travel restrictions.
    Does the 20km / travel within county distance apply to my boating area?
    The travel restrictions apply for travel to your boat or launch site to prevent the spread between counties. Whilst on the open water there is minimal risk of spread of the virus within the county shoreline.

    Can I anchor offshore overnight?
    Yes

    Can I sail to visit another harbour?
    Yes as long as it is within your own County or 20km from your home.
    ​


  • #2365
    spaceHopper
    Registered Users Posts: 3,961 ✭✭✭spaceHopper


    Decathlon are open beside Ikea


  • #2366
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    spaceHopper wrote: »
    Decathlon are open beside Ikea

    Do they do much nautical stuff? Clothing?


  • #2367
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    spaceHopper wrote: »
    Decathlon are open beside Ikea

    A place to avoid for the next while until the hype dies off. Their sailing gear is good.


  • #2368
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    spaceHopper wrote: »
    Decathlon are open beside Ikea

    Drove in and straight out earlier still big ques


  • #2369
    AndyBoBandy
    Moderators, Social & Fun Moderators Posts: 14,872 Mod ✭✭✭✭AndyBoBandy


    neris wrote: »
    Drove in and straight out earlier still big ques

    the talk on the EV forum (because they have 10 EV chargers installed outside) is that the wait was about 10 minutes to get in at one stage today...


  • #2370
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    Just aswell the Round Ireland's not starting tomorrow. Looks miserable

    20200619-160444.jpg


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  • #2371
    neris
    Registered Users Posts: 20,032 ✭✭✭✭neris


    Anyone know what the big black yoke on dun Laoghaire marina is

    Found it

    https://afloat.ie/port-news/dun-laoghaire-news/item/46721-superyacht-celtic-spirit-of-fastnet-arrives-into-dun-laoghaire-harbour?fbclid=IwAR05QqeGm9iwjehmPxgSzOYJ44KEeKwika2rx5hWIYsPtG4mKv-jJ7g0PF8]


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