derekbland
Well-Known Member
Ok so there is the possibility that I may soon be the owner of a 45' Flybridge. It will have tender, in date life raft, spare belts, filters, life jackets, oil, VHF etc. not DSC - on the list to get changed at some point. Plotter, radar and log all work but would get a backup plotter on phone tablet anyway. Realistically she has a top speed of around 26kt but cruises at 17-18kt. She has been surveyed and sea-trialled and I have also been out on her. I intend to move her by sea with an Instructor but he may not be able to get the person I need at the right time. Will still do Day Skipper but later.
I have a reasonable basic experience and certainly competent to crew and helm the vessel on a straight run but would be looking to gain experience with the close quarters stuff.
If there is anyone who would like to help move her for the fun/experience from West Coast of Scotland down to the Solent or part of the way please PM me. You would need to be very experienced with fly bridge boats have a minimum of Day Skipper and be prepared to pass on your knowledge and skills. I would of course pay for food and drink, some on-board some eating out. I would like to do it in 4 - 5 days which I understand from several sources, sea schools and yacht delivery companies is doable. I have even been quoted 3 days if you're lucky with the weather and do very long days. However, Whilst I don't want to hang around, nor do I wanted to be sailing with matchsticks holding my eyes open or intravenous coffee being pumped into my system. to keep me awake.
Just to clarify;
a) no I don't want it moved by road
b) I don't want to use a yacht delivery company
c) I am aware that I/we may need to leave her somewhere if weather is pants
d) as in the title, this is a tentative enquiry but could be in the 2 weeks time if all goes well.
Again, please PM me if interested and we can swap numbers and have a chat.
I have a reasonable basic experience and certainly competent to crew and helm the vessel on a straight run but would be looking to gain experience with the close quarters stuff.
If there is anyone who would like to help move her for the fun/experience from West Coast of Scotland down to the Solent or part of the way please PM me. You would need to be very experienced with fly bridge boats have a minimum of Day Skipper and be prepared to pass on your knowledge and skills. I would of course pay for food and drink, some on-board some eating out. I would like to do it in 4 - 5 days which I understand from several sources, sea schools and yacht delivery companies is doable. I have even been quoted 3 days if you're lucky with the weather and do very long days. However, Whilst I don't want to hang around, nor do I wanted to be sailing with matchsticks holding my eyes open or intravenous coffee being pumped into my system. to keep me awake.
Just to clarify;
a) no I don't want it moved by road
b) I don't want to use a yacht delivery company
c) I am aware that I/we may need to leave her somewhere if weather is pants
d) as in the title, this is a tentative enquiry but could be in the 2 weeks time if all goes well.
Again, please PM me if interested and we can swap numbers and have a chat.
I only have a 34 foot sports cruiser. I may be able to help out once you confirm but really my post was to point you in the direction of Kwakers. Your job description is one of his many forte's and if you like wizened old demi gods of the sea with looks that will keep the gulls at bay, he's your man.
