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Last 'Big Boat' Weekend of 2004

Saturday, November 13, 2004 at 9:00 AM - Sunday, November 14, 2004 at 6:00 PM (GMT)

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Ticket Type Sales End Price Fee Quantity
Crew (Standard) Ended £95.00 £0.00
Crew (Loyalty Scheme - 2 or more "big boat" events within past 18 months) Ended £75.00 £0.00
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Come join the sailing club for the last 'Big Boat' week-end of 2004!! As per usual, all abilities welcome. This is the another of Sunsail’s Winter Series racing a fleet of 20 or more identical 37 ft sailing boats crewed by teams of novices and enthusiasts racing four races in the Solent. It’s fun, exciting racing, and ideal for occasional sailors like us, as you don’t need to either spend a fortune on your boat to do well, nor be racing as a team week-in week-out. BASICS ABOUT THE TRIP: The boats We’re sailing Jeanneau Sunfast 37s. These are 37 ft boats with three cabins (sleeping 2 each), one head (bathroom) and with another three berths in the main saloon. On deck, they’re raced with a crew of between six and eight, and have a furling Genoa, and spinnaker. How to get down there We will meet in Port Solent Marina Friday night (7pm to 11pm) or Saturday morning. (before 08:30am) By train: Train is probably the safest way, considering occasional beers both before and during the trip. Exact joining instructions are included on the Sunsail webpage (see link at the end of the mail). Let me just tell you this much: · Trains are leaving from London Waterloo, app. every 30 mins · The trip to Portsmouth takes about 1.45 mins · You will need to take a bus or a cab from there to Port Solent On arriving at Port Solent Marina, follow the main road going straight across the first roundabout. At the next roundabout, bear right (the only way). At the third roundabout, take the second exit. Then drive over two 'sleeping policemen' and take the next right. The Port House building is directly ahead of you. Again, further detail is on the joining instruction. By car: From the west, (Recommended ‘ via M3) motorway access is via the M27 at junction 12. From the east, (A3) take the Hilsea exit off the A27 and follow the signs to Port Solent. From Portsmouth, take the M275 and follow the signs. Please don't arrive any later than 8.30 am on Saturday morning!! Any "no-shows" (incl. serious latecomers) will be liable to pay the full amount!!! Stuff you need to bring · Warm sleeping bag, towel, wash kit etc · Apart from that, our friends at Sunsail suggest the following: "Sweaters - Gloves, Hat, Scarf - Thick socks - Tracksuit - Deck shoes or white-soled trainers - Sailing boots (recommended) - Neck towel or small towel to stop drips.It is much warmer to wear multiple thin layers than one thick layer. We do not recommend jeans as they become very cold when wet and take a long time to dry. Please note that all personal items are brought at your own risk. You may also want to bring your own waterproofs or hire some from us. Chest-high trousers and a jacket are available for hire from our reception and can be booked in advance or on arrival. Due to reasons of hygiene, we do not hire out sailing boots." ·Spending money Which brings us to our next topic: Stuff to do before the trip · Send me your mobile number!!! · Check out Sunsail's page for Port Solent http://www.sunsail.com/brochure/bareboat/bareboat_intro.php’rescode=psyc · Make sure you can swim Money Stuff The £95 fee includes a £25 non- refundable deposit, to book your place. If you drop out after Mon 8th, we’ll keep the full £95, as it’s virtually impossible to get someone else at that late notice. Look forward to sailing with you!!

When & Where



The Solent
Sunsail, The Port House
Port Solent
PO6 4TH Portsmouth
United Kingdom

Saturday, November 13, 2004 at 9:00 AM - Sunday, November 14, 2004 at 6:00 PM (GMT)


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