RYA teaming up with Marine Megastore???

[EugeneR]

I received an e-mail from the RYA saying that they've teamed up with some chandlery providers, including Marine Megastore, to offer some great deals.

If you follow the link for Marine Megastore, one appears to be directed to Marina Megastore but with it's title changed to "RYA Members Discount Chandlery" and running on www.ryachandlery.com.

First, given the frequency with which Marine Megastore pops up in the forums, am I the only one surprised that the RYA chooses to associate with them in this manner?

Secondly, is Marine Megastore, by using what seems to be an RYA domain and replacing their title in that way, overstepping their association with the RYA a bit?

 

[VicS]

At least if they cock up your next order you'll be able to ring the RYA and get them to send someone across the road to "sort them out"

 

[Searush]

I believe it is called "Mutual self-interest".

Or backhanders for preferential treatment.​

 

[Twister_Ken]

Mmmmm. Wonder where it got that idea from?

(Hint: Cruising Association has had member discounts with dozens of suppliers for years!)

 

[Sans Bateau]

Looking to recent events (MZC's) the RYA so far removed from the needs of the sailing membership, they are unlikely to have any idea how bad Marine Mega Store are.

 

[BlueSkyNick]

Looking to recent events (MZC's) the RYA so far removed from the needs of the sailing membership, they are unlikely to have any idea how bad Marine Mega Store are.

Harsh, very harsh ..... but sadly true (allegedly)