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Forum: General Racing Topics 14-06-2016, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,832
Posted By burgundyben
Clearly cost is a big driver, to my mind a series...

Clearly cost is a big driver, to my mind a series of events would make the cost more bearable.

Easter Weekend, scrutineering Friday with a race on Sat, Sun and Mon, repeat in August on the bank...
Forum: Poker Runs & Cruises 27-07-2015, 09:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,651
Posted By burgundyben
Entry form here. ...

Entry form here.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/6pud69pfo4c9v90/2015%20PowerBoat%20Rally%20-%20Registration%20Form.pdf?dl=0

This week please if you wish to join the fun.

Ben
Forum: Poker Runs & Cruises 13-05-2015, 07:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,651
Posted By burgundyben
Entry form has now been released. See here...

Entry form has now been released.

See here for more detail or to request the form.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cowes-Classic-Powerboat-Rally/758793564208697
Forum: Poker Runs & Cruises 21-01-2015, 10:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,651
Posted By burgundyben
Cowes Classic Powerboat Rally 2015

This year's Cowes Classic Powerboat Rally is 4th to 6th September. The fifth time we've run this event and it gets better every year.

More here
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Forum: Historic 11-09-2014, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,002
Posted By burgundyben
A pair of 300 Sabres and only 30 knots doesn't...

A pair of 300 Sabres and only 30 knots doesn't stack up. sould be faster.

Spares for the 300hp Sabres are a real problem, spares for 180 and 210 rated fords are fine, but the 300's have forged...
Forum: Historic 27-06-2014, 04:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,433
Posted By burgundyben
Cowes Classic Powerboat Rally 2014.

Now in its 4th year, some boats are faster while others are emerging from rebuilds, this year promises to have the best selection of boats and more fun out on the water.
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Forum: General Racing Topics 12-12-2012, 12:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,823
Posted By burgundyben
In light of recent events it strikes me that...

In light of recent events it strikes me that there remains a need for a new governing body for Powerboat Racing in the UK.
Forum: Historic 25-10-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,961
Posted By burgundyben
You have another PM. Ben

You have another PM.

Ben
Forum: British Powerboat Racing Club 24-07-2012, 10:40 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 77,757
Posted By burgundyben
That's a blimmin shame John, talk to Mike James,...

That's a blimmin shame John, talk to Mike James, he's looking for a helping hand on board for our rally.

Yes, Double Century is a great looking boat, went to Monte too..
Forum: British Powerboat Racing Club 24-07-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 398
Views: 77,757
Posted By burgundyben
I saw you out on the water at the J class racing...

I saw you out on the water at the J class racing last week, looked good, what happened?
Forum: Historic 12-02-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,505
Posted By burgundyben
Just a reminder to everyone that this is on.

Just a reminder to everyone that this is on.
Forum: Historic 07-02-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,156
Posted By burgundyben
The Cowes Classic Powerboat Rally 2012

Following on from the tremendous success we had last year, I'm delighted that we are able to announce The Cowes Classic Powerboat Rally 2012.

https://www.powerboatrally.com/
Forum: General Racing Topics 20-01-2012, 10:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,389
Posted By burgundyben
H As per my message, pretty sure Columbine...

H

As per my message, pretty sure Columbine is a Sam Saunders jobbie, will check tonight. Columbine shed still stands in East Cowes I think.

Ben
Forum: General Racing Topics 08-09-2011, 12:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,823
Posted By burgundyben
RYA Manifesto.

You can read a copy of the RYA Manifesto here

https://content.yudu.com/A1tjgh/RYAManifesto/resources/index.htm?

Considering recent events regarding the start of the CTC race I fail to see how...
Forum: Historic 02-09-2011, 11:39 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
If you make Le Scarron a 50 knot boat I'll pay...

If you make Le Scarron a 50 knot boat I'll pay the race entry and petrol.
Forum: Historic 01-09-2011, 06:25 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
Is that the gentle thud of a gauntlet landing on...

Is that the gentle thud of a gauntlet landing on the floor?
Forum: General Racing Topics 17-08-2011, 11:46 AM
Replies: 388
Views: 73,033
Posted By burgundyben
That is great news!

That is great news!
Forum: General Racing Topics 17-08-2011, 10:21 AM
Replies: 388
Views: 73,033
Posted By burgundyben
See link to...

See link to https://www.maib.gov.uk/about_us/index.cfm and the first section and specifically the last line.

Its quite clear from the MAIB website that they do not enforce laws or carry out...
Forum: Historic 16-08-2011, 08:52 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
Excellent stuff! Those Levi hulls go like...

Excellent stuff!

Those Levi hulls go like stink compared to my trench digger.

We now have 20 boats coming to the rally plus still a few more that might make it.

Everyone keep your fingers...
Forum: Historic 09-08-2011, 11:59 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
Ian I think there is two diary clashes with...

Ian

I think there is two diary clashes with the Weymouth Rally that will be keeping people away, Goodwood Revival and the Fairey Owners Club 25th bash in Cowes.

Understand you have hitched a...
Forum: Historic 05-08-2011, 07:53 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
Seventeen confirmed.

Seventeen confirmed.
Forum: Historic 04-08-2011, 11:03 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
We've now got 16 entries confirmed, 4 more Fairey...

We've now got 16 entries confirmed, 4 more Fairey boats, 2 wood and 2 GRP.

There are a few more expected and I know that there are quite a few people working flat out to get boats ready.

If you...
Forum: Historic 29-07-2011, 09:28 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
Of course its a great shame that the racing wont...

Of course its a great shame that the racing wont be started from Cowes.

We will still have a cracking time in Gun Wharf on Friday night, today QHM Portsmouth and Southampton VTS have given me the...
Forum: Historic 28-07-2011, 09:47 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
We may yet, watch this space, we'll keep updating...

We may yet, watch this space, we'll keep updating more as entries come in.

Its extraciting!
Forum: Historic 28-07-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 21,595
Posted By burgundyben
Sorry, its taken me a few days to respond. ...

Sorry, its taken me a few days to respond.

So far we have recieved 12 paid entries, there is at least another 4 that are definately coming, so we are expecting a minimum of 16, plus a few others...
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