Chairman of Oyster dismasted on Arc!!!

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Couldn't happen to a nicer chap, he threw my daughter and boyfriend off their prebooked view of Oyster at the boatshow as ' he was busy with real clients'! Guess wot they won't be buying in the future...
Just come up on the arc website that Oystercatcher xxv, skippered by Richard Mathews has been dismasted and is motoring to the Cape Verdes. Oh dear explain that one to potential customers!!
 
Blimey! 'motoring to the Cape Verdes'!!! I hope he isn't expecting to get repairs done there, at least, this side of God knows when. The islands are super to visit for a short time, but aren't high tech at all and there are no facilities for pleasure boats.

We had an immense problem just getting hold of valve and piston ring compressors - it took almost 3 days just to manage that!

Hopefully they'll be OK though if they've got the sort of money I suspect, and may be able to get the necessary gear and expertise flown in without causing them too much of a delay. The islands are certainly worth a visit, but you MUST go fully set-up with a good stock of spares - or be prepared to wait a long time for them to get there.

A boat anchored near us last time had sat there for over 4 weeks while waiting for a simple drive belt for their autopilot to arrive!! As they were Caribbean bound, we couldn't believe the lack of such a basic spare!
 
Oyster 72 masts are not "off the shelf" jobbies especially that one.
the whole boat is really a "one-off" its self & only resembles a 72 when afloat, keel deep fin/ torpeedo bulb, draught 14 ft, carbon/ nomex furniture, carbon fibre mast.
there is another 72 in the ARC with a carbon mast, i belive its different though
 
Bad PR.
Was it just doing the ARC for a jolly or trying to set a record time. If it was being pushed, well you can expect any racing machine to take a knock now and then, otherwise you aren't trying hard enough. But I did think it was supposed to be a cruise.
 
Oystercatcher xxv is a 70 footer, and was INVITED to join the ARC. Oyster make quite a thing of the ARC, as well as racing in the various Caribbean regattas, for publicity, don't you know. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif
 
The size limits are 27 ft to 60 ft (multis) and 85 ft (monos).

The RAC 'big boat' event died a very swift death I believe (does anyone know the details?)

In 2001 when I went the size was unlimited and there was a 100 footer in the fleet. Since then the Tenacious has taken part but the limit has now been reduced but kept big enough to allow the Challenge boats in.
 
As I said-- Oyster 72

Accomodation
description Double master cabin with ensuite heads/shower,double guest ensuite head, upper/lower guest


guests
cabins
heads
crew 6
3
2
2


Specifications
model
year
designer
length
beam
draft
displacement
sail Area
engine
fuel
water Oyster 72
2005
Rob Humphreys
22.53 m (73’11’’)
5.85 m (19’2’’)
2.8 m (9’2’’)
48,5000kgs (105,820 lbs)
313 sq m (105,820 sq ft)
Perkins/Sabre turbo-diesel 168kW (225hp)
2680 litres, 708 US gallons
1672 litres, 447 US gallons

Equipment

snorkelling equipment, fishing tackle,TV, VCR, CD in all cabins, computer/printer, Satcom and mobile phones, both with fax and email capability.

Although believed to be correct no responsibility can be taken for these particulars and statements which shall not form part of any contract.
Crew Profile

Skipper Shaun Clatworthy and First Mate / Chef Jo Edwards

Shaun and Jo are your hosts aboard Oystercatcher XXV, they have been onboard since she was launched and have raced and cruised many thousands of miles. From winning international invitation races to finding a tranquil anchorage their experience on the water will ensure that you enjoy your stay.

Shaun your skipper has grown up on boats from spending time with his dad on coasters to racing Olympic class Tornadoes. Having been making sails and running race boats Shaun is happy to share his wealth of knowledge, also being a R.Y.A cruising instructor he is more than happy to give extra tips on cruising or trying to beat the next boat on the water. As a qualified PADI diver Shaun can help you explore the exotic fish and reefs.

Shaun has his R.Y.A Yachtmaster Ocean qualifications, He also has the Ships Captains Medical Care Aboard Ship qualifications.

Jo who greets you with a warm welcoming smile will ensure that your stay is restful and enjoyable. Jo also started sailing from a very early age, her earliest memory is from 2 years of age racing on an Enterprise with her parents. From racing to cruising Jo has always enjoyed cooking and entertaining guests, over the years she has gained a wealth of knowledge of different recipes from all over the world, and has attended Leiths School of Cookery. She says that she ensures that dining on board Oystercatcher XXV is always a delight.

Jo is currently completing her R.Y.A Yachtmaster, and also holds the Ships Captains Medical Care Aboard Ship qualifications.

Shaun and Jo as a couple run the yacht in a highly professional manner and aim to make your stay aboard a memory to keep and to inspire all those who sail with them.





Oystercatcher XXV Sample Menu
Breakfast

Scrambled eggs and smoked salmon
French toast with blueberries, bananas and crème fraiche
English breakfast or continental breakfast
Mango and passion fruit salad
Cereals toast and preserves

Lunch
Seared tuna nicoise salad
Paprika sirloin steak, rocket, tomato, cress, soured cream and hummus wraps
Mozzarella filled with crab and avocado served on a bed of mixed leaves
Carpaccio of beef with rocket, new potatoes and parmesan
Courgette, potato and onion tortilla served with a tomato salad

Afternoon tea

French pastries
Banana bread
Carrot cake
Pimms jellies

Canapes

Pan toasted almonds
Corn and pea samosas, mini pappadums with curried egg
Marinated olives and tapenade
Tzatziki and guacamole with crudités and crispy pitta shards

Evening meal

Starter

Greek salad
Caribbean coconut prawns
Mascarpone and Gorgonzola tart with balsamic onions
Caribbean Callaloo soup
Asparagus served with hollandaise sauce

Main Course

Fillet of beef rolled in herbs and porcini wrapped in prosciutto served with spinach and potatoes
Caribbean rum steak served with local vegetables
Seafood stew with gremolata served with a green salad
Grilled lobster with herbs
Chicken with chickpeas and rice

Dessert

Chocolate pots with orange polenta biscuits
Honey and fresh raspberry tart
Chilled chocolate pudding served with poached pears
Passion fruit mousse cake
Lemon cake with seasonal berry compote

Cheeses and port
 
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I'm sure that Oyster will continue at Boat Shows to do what they can to distinguish between those who have (or might soon have) a couple of million to spend on a boat and those that don't. This sifting process is a vital ingredient in their sales process.

After three divorces, I'm sure Richard Matthews is aware he has some character defects.


Rallyveteran

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'Aware of character defects'... as are many of his customers! I told my daughter she shouldn't buy an Oyster anyway, too many horror stories about product defects from owners
 
Schadenfreude

nope, i'm afraid i did notice being a bit chucked out or refused.

My problem is that they bug me incessantly by post cos i'm on various lists or whatever but then i turn up looking unlikely with no rolex and antifoulinfied deckshoes. I also quiz them about how valid it is to have too-visible stoppers on the rough-sanded deck teak, aircon not being standard on a so-called luxury boat costing 2million quid, and whether the relatively high price is partly a result of using a zillion subcontractors all trying to afford UK southeast house prices.

Nonetheless, i hope they are ok.
 
I thought ARC was for cruisers
That spec doesn't sound like a cruising boat to me

Suppose its some sort of stunt - sail over quicker than anyone else and then try to make out all Oysters go that fast.

Not much sympathy
 
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