Why would youi not want to sail here

[FlyingGoose]

Have done, for many years, when I was inclined to ventured south as well as the even better cruising ground that was only 170 miles or so to my east - that is the west coast of Norway

However, have now found a group of islands that have autonomy from their nearest neighbour, are 10 degrees C warmer all year round and no midges.

Sunshine is so overrated , and the midges och there no bother as long as you wear a net or a bio suit, which in these conditions is not a bad idea

 

[NormanS]

It would be good if this damned virus would kill off the ticks (which are far more serious than midges).

 

[FlyingGoose]

It would be good if this damned virus would kill off the ticks (which are far more serious than midges).

Ahmen to that, had one in my belly button once lol not this one , just weirdly fascinated

 

[srm]

Sunshine is so overrated

Yes, but it does make the sea warm enough to swim in without layers of wet suit or better still a dry suit.

 

[FlyingGoose]

Yes, but it does make the sea warm enough to swim in without layers of wet suit or better still a dry suit.

Och youve no blue blood in you man

 

[25931]

Yes, but it does make the sea warm enough to swim in without layers of wet suit or better still a dry suit.

A dry suit makes swimming less than pleasurable.

 

[Sharky34]

Och youve no blue blood in you man
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Does my arse look big in this?

 

[zoidberg]

Why would you not want to sail here

'Cos the pubs are shut.....

 

[srm]

A dry suit makes swimming less than pleasurable.

Try swimming/diving in Shetland waters, I can assure you a good dry suit is far warmer and therefore more pleasurable than a wet suit or less.

 

[Fiddlesticks]

Apart from the midges , the Weather , the Locals , Irn Bru, Deep fried Mars Bars , and Webby why would you not want to sail here

Re: Midges.

On authority of the local barman in Loch Lomond "they only bite the English".

 

[25931]

Try swimming/diving in Shetland waters, I can assure you a good dry suit is far warmer and therefore more pleasurable than a wet suit or less.

I have dived professionally in Scottish waters so agree, just that I think of swimming as a different, pleasurable activity.

 

[25931]

Re: Midges.

On authority of the local barman in Loch Lomond "they only bite the English".

They must have good taste

 

[PHN]

Having sailed in many places the Scottish Hebrides indeed is one of my favourite locations. Oban is a fantastic area, but don't forget Loch Aline or the Shiant Islands.

When you need to withdraw from the world these days I would go for the natural harbour on the west side of Rona near Portree. Just don't tell anyone.

 

[capnsensible]

Trouble is, when you get ashore there are caravans everywhere.

 

[25931]

Trouble is, when you get ashore there are caravans everywhere.

What do you go ashore for ? A leg stretch to a pub for most. Enjoy your pint, you're unlikely to be bothered by caravaners they usually drink next to the van- it's cheaper.

 

[capnsensible]

What do you go ashore for ?

Drinking, dancing, singing and wild sex with local ladies. Oh and a trip to the chandlers to get some overpriced boat bits.

 

[Quandary]

Having sailed in many places the Scottish Hebrides indeed is one of my favourite locations. Oban is a fantastic area, but don't forget Loch Aline or the Shiant Islands.

When you need to withdraw from the world these days I would go for the natural harbour on the west side of Rona near Portree. Just don't tell anyone.

I am sure the residents of Rona will be delighted to see you, just self isolate for 14 days after arrival before going ashore.
Acarseid Mohr? is not as remote as you remember it, there are visitor moorings there now.

 

[PHN]

I am sure the residents of Rona will be delighted to see you, just self isolate for 14 days after arrival before going ashore.
Acarseid Mohr? is not as remote as you remember it, there are visitor moorings there now.

Always good to know you are welcome .

 

[Kelpie]

Yes it can be hard to find swinging space at Rona these days. There are still a few hideholes dotted about the place, but that is certainly not one of them.
As I said on the other thread, I'll take my chances on my croft, thanks very much. It's all academic now anyway, no more Calmac so I can't even get to the boat.

 

[steve yates]

That's a cracking pic. ( the first one, though the old lady looks quite fine too)