Lough Corrib, West of Ireland

[knarloid]

If we hadn't whetted you appetities for a trip to Ireland, here's some photos from the Club Powerboat.ie opening season meet on Lough Corrib last weekend.
Conditions could not have been better, and we had a great turnout. The only Classics from here in attendance were myself (but with engine troubles), Sean-Nos and T15 (who brought his rib). So many boats are off topic - but we're only discussing venues, so enjoy the scenery.

West Wind had to stay at base for the weekend after we discovered she wouldn't run under load on morning 1.
Huge thanks to Mr and Mrs T15 for towing me back in and then letting me hitch a ride for the day.


Sean-Nos looked great at speed, and took it all in his stride


Tied up at Maam Bridge on Saturday


Perfect conditions


21' Sport Cat at sunset (Se7en: the guy who built this Cat owns a Hydrostream also)


The Shetland Family Four and 21' Sports Cat line up with the Sealine S23


On our approach to Maam Bridge for a pint and toastie


The conditions were perfect for 95+mph


Relaxing at Ashford castle after the day

[Alacrity]

You lucky buggers!

I think we need to try & get a few of us together from over here next year & make a holiday of it - if we are allowed in of course being of the same nationality as a certain gentleman that went by the name of Cromwell!

[knarloid]

You're always welcome.
2 of us can always provide character references where required.

It wouldn't take much to plan a 1 week visit and pull in 2-3 locations over here. We know of 2 venues here now (this thread and the Lough Derg thread) that suit where there are good options on accomodation beside launch sites. They both suit group gatherings. ( )

As for Cromwell.......let sleeping dogs lie

[Scandal]

Hi
It looks a very nice venue, and It doesn't look like your bothered with insensible speed limits . I would like to come across the water for a bit of quality boating, so if you can organise something, count me in.

Al

[knarloid]

Speed limits? ....PAH - this is the wild west!

[Rapier]

Looks great - very envious and seeing the pics admire you guys for the effort of coming here for rallies!

[knarloid]

Looks great - very envious and seeing the pics admire you guys for the effort of coming here for rallies!

"Have boat, will travel" - that's my motto!

[Alacrity]

We shall have to have a chat about a visit when at Cardiff - BEFORE the Oirish contingent lead me astray!