Faeroes International ?

[Delboy]

With the likelihood of no continental races in the next year or two I thought what a great chance to have a UK International from the Faeroe Islands.

Distances approx. Wick-271 mls, Inverness-320 mls, Fraserburgh - 335 mls, Aberdeen - 367 mls, Dundee - 400 mls, Edinburgh - 430 mls, Glasgow - 427 mls,

Ayr - 451 mls, Lanark - 443 mls, Dunbar - 435 mls, Berwick - 458 mls, Annan - 494 mls, Scarborough 576 mls, York - 587 mls, Blackpool - 575 mls, Doncaster - 615 mls, Leicester - 673 mls, London - 761 mls, Bristol - 739 mls, Southampton - 786 mls, Hastings - 812 mls.

 

Food for thought !!!!

[Buff]

Sounds like a great idea Del

[Delboy]

Sounds like a great idea Del

 

Its the only chance any Scottish fancier would ever have to compete in an International race m8.

[Dooheed 5]

With the likelihood of no continental races in the next year or two I thought what a great chance to have a UK International from the Faeroe Islands.

Distances approx. Wick-271 mls, Inverness-320 mls, Fraserburgh - 335 mls, Aberdeen - 367 mls, Dundee - 400 mls, Edinburgh - 430 mls, Glasgow - 427 mls,

Ayr - 451 mls, Lanark - 443 mls, Dunbar - 435 mls, Berwick - 458 mls, Annan - 494 mls, Scarborough 576 mls, York - 587 mls, Blackpool - 575 mls, Doncaster - 615 mls, Leicester - 673 mls, London - 761 mls, Bristol - 739 mls, Southampton - 786 mls, Hastings - 812 mls.

 

Food for thought !!!!

How would they get them there Derek ??

[Delboy]

How would they get them there Derek ??

 

I'm not sure about that m8, what do you think ? They had a race from there before into central Scotland.

Edited April 10, 2021 by Delboy

[Dooheed 5]

I'm not sure about that m8, what do you think ?

Would have to fly them there as theres no ferry i think ?

[Delboy]

Would have to fly them there as theres no ferry i think ?

 

Thats that idea fked m8 lol

[Delboy]

Its just a wee discussion about options we have got. Chris has offered tae get his boat out for the cause lol

[Dooheed 5]

Its just a wee discussion about options we have got. Chris has offered tae get his boat out for the cause lol

20+ years of fishing the North Sea & North Atlantic was enuff for me been awa from it near 14 years so this is one dude that wont be setting sail !!!

[Delboy]

I took it would be the same as Lerwick regarding ferries Chris but you know different m8. Pity as something like this would get doomen on their toes.

[Dooheed 5]

I took it would be the same as Lerwick regarding ferries Chris but you know different m8. Pity as something like this would get doomen on their toes.

Would be a interesting Race Derek thats for sure !

[Delboy]

Would be a interesting Race Derek thats for sure !

 

Just found out that access to the Faeroes is through Denmark .

[Dooheed 5]

Just found out that access to the Faeroes is through Denmark .

Long voyage even in decent weather

[Adee1888]

Not far enuf for me del iv 3 cracking cocks I wanted to go to Troyes but will be Maidstone again just over 400 they just warming up at that distance

[W.D.]

The BBC club is open to All UK,going to Fraserburgh and Thurso,might be an idea for some of you guys?

[Delboy]

Not far enuf for me del iv 3 cracking cocks I wanted to go to Troyes but will be Maidstone again just over 400 they just warming up at that distance

 

235 mls of water where they cant hide fae the wind and then downhill into Dunfermline lol. One of these 3 cocks having 1st International sounds appealing , eh?

 

The BBC club is open to All UK,going to Fraserburgh and Thurso,might be an idea for some of you guys?

Food for thought .

[Roland]

Yes flew it a couple of times with the Northants Fed... Specially arranged. About 700 miles.

[Delboy]

Yes flew it a couple of times with the Northants Fed... Specially arranged. About 700 miles.

Superb Roland, please tell all

[Roland]

I believe two ferries go there, if I recall right. Aberdeen and Banff or near to the Faroes. Mind been 20 years since I/w last sent. Was a good races. Stay away from the Longest Day. June 22nd. Go in July. Far better weather ... for Lerwick and co June has fog etc. in no time from fine to real bad fog.

One reaon many stopped going Lerwick. The East coast club - NRCC- would channge saying the stupidity of 30 minutes longer light was much needed.

Rubbish and lies of the highest calibre.

We timed in just after 12 - 3 O'clock inJuly from Lerwick. Smashes and hold overs in June. Velocities not good. But then. per usual these so called 'DO GOODERs' protect their own nests and cornes ultimately. Their wants supeceeding logic and fairness to others / grass roots'! DON'T gpJune, wait TLL JULY.

I believe it was done by certain members like BARRY aNDREWS AD CHOSEN HELPERS LIKE YOU. These races were always far far better than those organised by concerns more inteest in own interests. Sda to say true.

[Delboy]

I believe two ferries go there, if I recall right. Aberdeen and Banff or near to the Faroes. Mind been 20 years since I/w last sent. Was a good races. Stay away from the Longest Day. June 22nd. Go in July. Far better weather ... for Lerwick and co June has fog etc. in no time from fine to real bad fog.

One reaon many stopped going Lerwick. The East coast club - NRCC- would channge saying the stupidity of 30 minutes longer light was much needed.

Rubbish and lies of the highest calibre.

We timed in just after 12 - 3 O'clock inJuly from Lerwick. Smashes and hold overs in June. Velocities not good. But then. per usual these so called 'DO GOODERs' protect their own nests and cornes ultimately. Their wants supeceeding logic and fairness to others / grass roots'! DON'T gpJune, wait TLL JULY.

I believe it was done by certain members like BARRY aNDREWS AD CHOSEN HELPERS LIKE YOU. These races were always far far better than those organised by concerns more inteest in own interests. Sda to say true.

 

 

Good advice and info Roland, thanks. It seems the English are more interested in the possibility of this race than the Scottish, this is according to posts on Facebook .Strange but true.

[Adee1888]

Del never thought of it like that open water no hiding you got me on board now where do I sign there also shu post up for grabs you would be great at that

[Delboy]

Del never thought of it like that open water no hiding you got me on board now where do I sign there also shu post up for grabs you would be great at that

[tommy bhoys]

Del never thought of it like that open water no hiding you got me on board now where do I sign there also shu post up for grabs you would be great at that

you must be on drink or drugs with big del for shu secretary how long would that last del eh :emoticon-0136-giggle:

[Henrik]

The BBC club is open to All UK,going to Fraserburgh and Thurso,might be an idea for some of you guys?

Do you not need to hve rings with the FCI symbol on to compete with the BBC BICC?

[Roland]

Also, DON'T release on beech or near the beach! Many won't cross. They need a little run at the water to cross it etc.

 

Remember a Queens Dunkirk event.

Our fed were cock a hoop in sending.

Asked if I was sending, I started simple 'No'!

'Why'? was asked. I said and explained the release was being on the beech'... That it would be a bad day and many losses. Indeed empty perches at night. Birds return - hopefully - a few days later. I was smirked behind my back, I believe.

The race was a disaster. Worse than I even said.

I had lots of knowing looks, but few said to me that I was right' They need to see the water when in flight to cross.

For channel racing, the club and I had no option, would give the birds many libs on this site, aside from the water.

Found that our club and fed results went well up in returns and velocities. Did them a world of good.