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JOCOOL
18-12-2005, 08:29 PM
Seeking expressions of intrest as to who would be able to go off-shore in tandem with me, and any other members that have boast.

The idea would be to go out in a group, for those like me, that have never had the opportunity to go further afield due to lack of experience. It will give the boat owners a chance to get out in relative saftey in a group situation.

Dates would be determined at a later time, but I'm thinking perhaps early to mid January? Even a mid-week day depending on everyones work commitments.

Ideas?
Boppa
18-12-2005, 08:41 PM
Seeking expressions of intrest as to who would be able to go off-shore in tandem with me, and any other members that have boast.

The idea would be to go out in a group, for those like me, that have never had the opportunity to go further afield due to lack of experience. It will give the boat owners a chance to get out in relative saftey in a group situation.

Dates would be determined at a later time, but I'm thinking perhaps early to mid January? Even a mid-week day depending on everyones work commitments.

Ideas?

Jo

I am sure I have a full week off from the 2nd I think.

I'll be the second boat if you like but mid week suit s me

Boppa
JOCOOL
18-12-2005, 08:53 PM
Thats a start Bopp. Have you been outside in your boat before? I was hoping to get a couple of boats that have experience so that they can tell us if we are doing something wrong!:(
Boppa
18-12-2005, 09:15 PM
Ex navy mate

When you see me run ........follow me

Boppa
JOCOOL
18-12-2005, 09:18 PM
Sounds like a plan Bopp!:D
bluecod
18-12-2005, 09:25 PM
I might be up for it too fellas, however I'll have to tank test the boat first to see if she's up for it as it hasn't been wet for a long time. At least in a group, if she blows seals [no joke intended] I can scuttle her and still get a ride back in :)

Ahhhmm! Joe, How far out were you thinking of going ???? [weather dependant of course!]
Wetpatch
19-12-2005, 10:27 PM
I am due for a sickie or a picnic day just give some notice and im in:D
Jimbo
19-12-2005, 10:43 PM
I might even get Flyby out for a run before someone buys her Joe.

We might need an idea of distance and destination, I'll need to work out the fuel load!!!
Chris
19-12-2005, 11:02 PM
Get a date up and if im not working and have no other commitments then i'll TRY and get out!!

A group is heaps better then going out alone, when im out i always wonder about "what ifs"
JOCOOL
20-12-2005, 06:22 AM
If we were to go out from Sydney, then I was thinking of getting to the Wave Riders, which from memory are only about 10 kay out.
Nicho
20-12-2005, 10:08 AM
Can you put me on the "mailing list"
I will be keen on this depending on the day etc etc etc
(Would be good to put a few faces to names)
swoffa
20-12-2005, 12:13 PM
I'm keen to get out if someone can fit me aboard.
Boppa
20-12-2005, 01:34 PM
I'm keen to get out if someone can fit me aboard.

Will let you know closer Andrew

I have to make sure the partner (in the boat I mean) dont want it mate

If he aint coming your welcome to it

Boppa
leelee
21-12-2005, 09:22 PM
I'm keen to get out if someone can fit me aboard.

I can probably get my mate to come out in his big plate boat. Just give me some notice on the date and we should be able to arrange it. if we can then there is a definate spot for you Andrew.

Cheers

Lee
wombat
22-12-2005, 08:19 PM
Sounds interesting. I'll have a go if the weathers decent and I'm still on holidays. Hope you do it before the 16th though Joe. I hope you intend to go to a fishing destination of sorts. Don't want all that anxiety :eek: of getting out there to go to waste. :D

Wombat
JOCOOL
22-12-2005, 08:31 PM
I think, that if we are going to have a few boats, then perhaps Wave Riders out of Sydney will be a good option. Not too far out And still with a chance and some fish!

Any ideas as to destinations?
wombat
22-12-2005, 08:36 PM
Where are you thinking of launching from Joe. BB or Sydney harbour?

Wombat::cool:
JOCOOL
22-12-2005, 08:44 PM
Sydney Harbour.
lbgking
22-12-2005, 09:36 PM
Need a decky Joe?
JOCOOL
22-12-2005, 11:16 PM
Need a decky Joe?
Seeing you are the first to ask....Your my man! Hope you know how to lift an anchor in 75 meters of water!:D :D
Wetpatch
22-12-2005, 11:35 PM
jOE dumb question do you take extra fuel when you go out there as My girl has a 60 litre tank but is it enough to get back to Gladesville or should Itake a jerrie :o
JOCOOL
22-12-2005, 11:46 PM
Seeing as we both haven't been out wide previously, I would be taking a jerry and keeping a close eye on my fuel gauge!
lbgking
24-12-2005, 12:54 PM
Seeing you are the first to ask....Your my man! Hope you know how to lift an anchor in 75 meters of water!:D :D

I'm not very bright but I can lift heavy things:cool:

Keep me posted on when you want to head out and thanks for the offer.
Boppa
28-12-2005, 05:41 PM
Is this still going ahead :p ;)

Lets get there I just hope the dates are good :) :rolleyes:

Boppa
JOCOOL
28-12-2005, 05:45 PM
Well no-one has nominated a date as yet. I'm easy, but if it has to be weekend, I prefer a Saturday!
Boppa
28-12-2005, 05:57 PM
Anytime between the second and seventh of Jan suits me ;)

Have to admit I do prefer week days but will go with the flow I hope:eek: :cool:

Boppa
lbgking
28-12-2005, 08:45 PM
Seeing you are the first to ask....Your my man! Hope you know how to lift an anchor in 75 meters of water!:D :D

I suppose I have proven that now?
Bashir
29-12-2005, 12:55 PM
guys I reckon it is still a bit early for them, but there could be a few around. I wouldn't waste my time heading out there unless I knew the dollies were on. the FAD isn't that great anyway, most of the dollies are tiny arse things that are only worth catching on the bream gear. thing is the bigger dollies aren't the easiest of fish to target. Try and find some traps on broken bay wide, they normally prodcue better and keep changing tactics, those dollies wise up pretty quick and if there are already 20 plus boats on the FAD - you're probably in for a crap day.
Darryl
31-12-2005, 12:01 PM
Early Tuesday morning is looking the best so far. Only a 5kn Noreaster and a dropping swell according to Seabreeze.

Rest of the week looks pretty shite so far.
JOCOOL
31-12-2005, 07:59 PM
Click HERE (http://www.sydneyangler.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1115#post1115) to add your name to the list.:)
admin
31-12-2005, 08:05 PM
Jo

Any idea of what you must carry to go there at moment mate :confused: :confused:

I have very basic gear and if I sign up I want to make sure things are right

Boppa
JOCOOL
31-12-2005, 08:10 PM
I'll check...But of the top of my head...
2 Litres of water per person
PFD1 for each person
compass
radio
chart of area
bailing bucket on a lanyard
offshore flares
sounding device (horn or whistle)
CLICK HERE (http://www.maritime.nsw.gov.au/safetyequipment.html#openwat) to go to the NSW Maritime page that shows you all the required safety gear. Note tha some items such as EPIRB are recommended but NOT compulsory.
bluecod
01-01-2006, 10:51 AM
I'll have to pull out of this one Joe - I had hoped to get my boat back into the water last week to make sure everything was in order but the missus had other ideas :( . No way would I take an untested boat that far wide.

Hopefully next time around.
JOCOOL
01-01-2006, 11:15 AM
I'll have to pull out of this one Joe - I had hoped to get my boat back into the water last week to make sure everything was in order but the missus had other ideas :( . No way would I take an untested boat that far wide.

Hopefully next time around.

To bad George.:( Someone with your level of experience would have been in-valuable to us noobs that have never ventured wide in our own boats.

I know this is not ideal, as he is in Bossley Park, but is this any good to you?

Dave, my rod building mate also wants to join us, but unfortunately doesnt have a car for the day to tow his boat. If you are keen to get out there, and have the means to tow his boat, then let me know and I will tee it all up.:D
bluecod
01-01-2006, 02:46 PM
I'll have to see what pans out Joe, though at this stage it is unlikely. The remote control unit is making noises she has us lined up for things on Tuesday, though who knows :confused:

How friggin warm is it - just checked the outdoor thermometer [1340hrs] and it tells me it is 45 deg in the shade [113 F] :eek:
JOCOOL
01-01-2006, 02:49 PM
How friggin warm is it - just checked the outdoor thermometer [1340hrs] and it tells me it is 45 deg in the shade [113 F] :eek:
I'm too scared to go outside!:rolleyes:

Hey George...You havent got your work mobile switched on have you???? Sent you a SMS.
bluecod
01-01-2006, 02:58 PM
I'm too scared to go outside!:rolleyes:

Hey George...You havent got your work mobile switched on have you???? Sent you a SMS.

Correct once again Joe! I'm on leave ATM and I figure if I leave it turned off they won't bother me :D cause the missus spends that much time on the landline no one can get through there either :rolleyes:

Edit: Tad rude of me not to turn them new fangled devices on eh! - sending you a PM Joe!