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Title: Mayhem at Wicksteed 2022
Post by: html on November 17, 2021, 10:11:21 pm
Will Mayhem be going ahead next year, I am interested as I might be able to make it.
I know the park has had trouble, but did not know what the situation was with running an event there.
Brian
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on November 17, 2021, 10:20:16 pm
Hi Brian
Great to hear from you again. Yes there is a Mayhem event next year at the end of May. We are in the planning process. The park survived the financial crisis caused by Covid and is recovering well. It’ll Be great to see you again! Watch this space for upcoming announcements providing we don’t get any restrictions or lockdowns of course ok2
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on November 18, 2021, 07:14:29 am
We're all doomed!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on November 18, 2021, 05:29:00 pm
"That's enough of that talk Frazer!"
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: html on November 18, 2021, 09:41:33 pm
Thanks Nick,
That is good to hear.
Brian
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ballastanksian on November 19, 2021, 10:49:05 pm
If we all have our boosters and are sensible, and keep a beady eye on what is going on around the world and be a bit more reactive to be on the safe side (where it is wise to be) then I do not see an issue with events happening next year.
Being sensible and being mindful will help us along into the new normal.
I might be in a more constructive mode next year so might bring work to do if I can find a tent.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on December 23, 2021, 11:35:47 am
I have started building my rowing boat to sneak across the channel O0 Be good to see you again Brian
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on December 23, 2021, 12:39:26 pm
Announcement soon!!! Honest. Nicks working but things are in motion. A draft has been made and Nick needs to look over it then Martin.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: TheLongBuild on December 23, 2021, 05:47:46 pm
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Shipmate60 on January 26, 2022, 12:16:31 pm
Hope to be there again this year.
Bob
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Footski on January 26, 2022, 02:07:57 pm
Just mentioned it to my good lady and she wants us to go along. This will be our first visit, only possible as we have moved back to Lancashire…..can’t wait…
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Andyn on January 26, 2022, 05:21:35 pm
Stevenage Model Boat Club will be there as always, looking forward to it :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Stan on January 26, 2022, 08:22:14 pm
Hope to travel from Leeds for this one never been before.
Stan
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Dave_S. on January 26, 2022, 08:33:04 pm
Took me a while to find out where it is, but it's only an hour away so it's in the diary.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: DJW on January 26, 2022, 10:10:33 pm
Never been before. But sounds good to me and looking forward to it. Also a target date to get the Riva finished, just what I needed..!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Stumps on January 29, 2022, 02:21:22 pm
Looking forward to this one... :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on January 30, 2022, 11:18:38 am
Of course my self and steamboat appreciate will be there, looking forward to English fish and chips, and of course Klunks Saturday BBQ.....with extra calvados of course :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on January 30, 2022, 01:28:45 pm
Model Boat Mayhem Weekend 28-29May 2022
Model Boat Mayhem, in conjunction with Wicksteed Model Boat Club, are proud to announce the return of Mayhem weekend on Saturday 28th May and Sunday 29th May 2022.
Venue Wicksteed Park, Barton Road, Kettering, England NN15 6NJ https://www.wicksteedpark.org (https://www.wicksteedpark.org) - https://www.wicksteedpark.org Tel. 01536 512475
Campsite booking: https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/camping-at-wicksteed-park/ (https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/camping-at-wicksteed-park/) (please say that you are with Mayhem when booking), unfortunately there is no electrical hookup available. Please note, that there is a car parking charge (free if camping) of £6 all day per day https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/car-park-prices/ (https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/car-park-prices/) The Mayhem car park is just 70yds from the lake used, trolleys are available for larger items and help is available on the day.
Now to the nitty gritty part, Covid-19! Mayhem has not been run since 2019. For those that wish to attend, masks and social distancing will be up to the individual, while at the same time, the organiser’s will abide by any rules bought in by the Govt of the day. We want this to be an enjoyable weekend.
Mayhem is run as a Free Event, only the Park charges for car parking. The idea of Mayhem is FUN ie. come float your boat! Please bring along ANY boats and have a sail. Martin normally has a few prizes to hand out, in-between taking pictures and Talking to everyone.
Ideas for the weekend, apart from fun are….. Victorian/Edwardian Ships: Falklands conflict (40th Anniversary) 28th battle of Goose Green. 29th Atlantic Conveyor sinks under tow There will also be IC demos over the weekend A Bring and Buy (subject to tables / someone organizing it!) And an amazing 12ft GATO Submarine Club 500 races (No SECRET 10 this year….they will return )
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dwk6L57K/Mayhem-01.jpg)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Mrs Stav on January 30, 2022, 02:28:38 pm
Myself and Stav and the girls may well attend this year depending on Stav's health of course.
Kelly
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: tonyH on January 30, 2022, 04:33:50 pm
All on the calendar so "hopeful" that I might have boats that actually work and go in the right direction :D
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on January 30, 2022, 04:39:26 pm
Tell Apprentice No green stuff None of them nasty lamb kebabs None of that throat burning, stomach dissolving hooch you bring over! Tell her to educate you in french wine!!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on February 02, 2022, 08:51:20 pm
Klunk....Green....off the list Kebabs...off the list Powerful hooch......well one upmanship for our boys from the very north....(its not pish)
and are you ready for catching my new straight (I hope) running boat.......brushless you know.....get me.......... :}
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: gingyer on February 02, 2022, 09:07:41 pm
Trust me I have this area well and truly covered! %% %% {-) {-)
Do i need to bring Mead???
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: RST on February 02, 2022, 10:07:52 pm
Hi Martin et. al,
500+miles driving each-way is still a bit too far to travel for me as the maybe the "upper north" Scottish contingency, especially in these times plus still have a vulnerable person and difficulties with work which take precidence over hobbies. But I wish you guys well and hope it's a good and respectful event. I would like to get to an event at some point to meet in person rather than at the other side of a computer. I'm not as bad as I bash out on the keyboard!
Good luck with it,
Rich
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on February 03, 2022, 09:02:38 pm
Rich, I am sure there will be lots of pictures of the accused.....opps I meant all that attend. With luck you will meet us all soon.... :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Andyn on February 12, 2022, 01:16:16 pm
As I'm sure we're all looking forward to it (105 days to go, but who's counting?), I've put together a couple clips from my boats in 2019 :-)) https://youtu.be/744_f7036Ic
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on March 02, 2022, 12:28:55 pm
Have we ever had a yacht race / event at Mayhem at Wicksteed? :-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on March 02, 2022, 01:07:52 pm
Not that I am aware of!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Steve Dean on March 02, 2022, 02:48:02 pm
But I do remember a few years ago we had an unplanned gazebo flying session.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Netleyned on March 02, 2022, 03:40:22 pm
2010 or11 I seem to recall. Organise a yachtrace, mass sail in or suchlike and it will guarantee not a breath of wind for the whole weekend. Sod's Law 😂
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on March 02, 2022, 05:21:35 pm
{-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: old_gunner on April 03, 2022, 05:42:27 pm
Will there be free drinks for Falklands veterans?
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on April 03, 2022, 06:48:55 pm
I hope so!
I' had a bit of a gammy leg for 3 months now, but still hoping to get there both days to facilitate hot drinks for old ... and new friends! :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 05, 2022, 06:10:28 pm
Have tried calling to book camping, but the answer message says book on line, has any one else had trouble, and do we get our mayhem discount if we do book on line :o
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on April 06, 2022, 01:55:46 am
Hi Phil
Despite what it says on the camping site website section I know that the park isn’t officially open until Easter weekend so I think that’s when the phone call bookings can start as the park is currently operating on a skeleton staff until then. I think it doesn’t help that Easter is late this year too. I’ll see if we can get a discount but I can’t guarantee it this year but it shouldn’t the usual price as it isn’t a bank holiday weekend this year. I find out what I can- the club has a committee meeting this Friday to discuss things so I will see if anyone knows of any problems.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 06, 2022, 06:42:12 am
Many thanks Nick :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Dean's Marine on April 06, 2022, 08:44:36 am
Hi Martin not seen a footie yacht built quite like that, are you going to plank it or glass fibre ? and I dread to think where the mast is going ?
Get well soon look forward to seeing you again, Ron
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 06, 2022, 05:11:38 pm
Ron, I bet it will good for "toeing" O0
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on April 12, 2022, 05:50:34 am
Not long guys. Nearly time to book camping. Rumour has it that Mr Mayhem will be pushed around the lake in a wheelchair.....or was it pushed in the lake?
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: derekwarner on April 12, 2022, 07:19:36 am
Can Mr Mayhem swim Klunk? :o ..........we will be watching and observing the festivities {-) ....Derek
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on April 12, 2022, 08:20:34 am
Never asked,,,,,,we can push him in and video it!!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on April 24, 2022, 02:02:10 pm
Managed to speak to the receptionist to see how booking camping happens now. It is all booked via the website and you can add extra cars if needed. I can’t get a discount for this year but I may have a chance next year once I know how the camping booking system works- fingers crossed I can be briefed by the new receptionist when she has time. It didn’t help that my point of contact has just changed at the last minute so I’m re-briefing them with all the details but it’s all booked in. As always tables will be at a premium so four will be reserved for the Scottish contingent and a couple for Steamboat Phil. If you can bring your own tables it would be most appreciated. Model Boats magazine will have an events mention in the next issue. Any trader always welcome to display and set up shop, let me know if you have any particular needs, I already know of Ron Dean’s requirements if he is willing to display but others please message me if you want to know more. Last thing… picture of the lake so far :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 24, 2022, 05:42:52 pm
Many thanks for the update Nick, much appreciated, we will still be able to have a Mayhem camping area as normal (marked off as usual). I shall be booking tomorrow and we will be there from the Thursday so I can rebuild the pond for our glorious one legged leader (sorry Martin) to get around :-)) And this year I have some members of my club coming along.....yeah..... Keep smiling........no toffees or chew sweets though ... {-) {-) {-) {-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on April 24, 2022, 05:59:17 pm
Top marks for job well done Nick! :-)) :-)) :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on April 25, 2022, 01:06:03 pm
Please DO NOT BOOK YET. WEBSITE STATES Under 6m £15 off peak per night £25 peak. If you put the start and finish date in, it counts the days, not the nights. Ie i will stay thurs (26th) night till sunday (29th), 3 nights. 2 x £15, 1 × £25. Total £55. Booking via the website adds an EXTRA £25! NICK is aware and will contact the park.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on April 25, 2022, 05:58:34 pm
Ok booking has been sorted now. Before booking, check out the correct prices for your caravan/tent.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on April 25, 2022, 07:04:53 pm
So essentially if you are staying until Sunday book your campsite for Saturday as you have until 10am the next day to vacate the pitch. It’s a weird way of doing things and I will be messaging the park’s management to mention this potential confusion. So basically: If like Klunk you are staying at the park from Thursday to Sunday you need to book Thursday to Saturday as you are covered for Saturday night until 10am Sunday morning. I don’t know why they have set up the booking like this as most campsites (and I’m sure the old Wicksteed system) are booking for the amounts of nights you stay. The receptionist did say that if there was a problem you can still correct it when you collect your camping ticket/etc from reception. They are still recovering and got completely new staff to man the park post Covid which also hasn’t helped. Any problems please message me. :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: big_bri on April 25, 2022, 09:17:28 pm
Thanks for the update lads, the Scottish contingent are now booked in from Fri 27th-Mon 30th looking forward to meeting up with you all again for a great weekend.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 26, 2022, 06:31:42 pm
We will be there from the Thursday until the Monday, looking forward to catching up, now to attack the website and try booking...... O0
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on April 26, 2022, 06:48:07 pm
We will be there from the Thursday until the Monday, looking forward to catching up, now to attack the website and try booking...... O0
We’ve got your gas bottle waiting for you… it’s been sitting in our shed since 2019 :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: gingyer on April 26, 2022, 06:50:00 pm
Looking forward to seeing everyone :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on April 26, 2022, 07:25:35 pm
It’ll be great to see you all again- it’s been too long :-)) :}
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 26, 2022, 07:57:31 pm
Camping all booked, of course I shall be bringing the tea urn to be reunited with the gas bottle :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on April 27, 2022, 03:35:00 pm
Looking forward to joining you all.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 27, 2022, 09:37:37 pm
Don't forget to say hello.....tea no sugar..... {-) {-) {-) {-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on April 28, 2022, 05:44:35 pm
ha ha Bacon Buttys aswell?
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 28, 2022, 06:27:08 pm
With brown sauce O0
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on April 28, 2022, 09:06:53 pm
Absolutely.. there is no other sauce worthy :)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on April 28, 2022, 09:15:57 pm
Thanks to my local club Wicksteed Park and Martin (admin for permission :)) I will have a traders stall setup. With a raffle being drawn Sunday afternoon to win a £50 voucher. We’ll have a great selection of figures and items for sale also.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on April 28, 2022, 10:13:26 pm
I’ll be bringing sand bags 😂🤣
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on April 29, 2022, 04:15:13 am
I WILL be bringing a few hulls and boats for sale. All second hand and priced to sell. Please dont ask for me to post pics on here, they will be only for sale at Mayhem weekend. Ps Nick, if WPMBC are holding a bring and buy i will stick them in there
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: JayDee on April 29, 2022, 10:15:50 am
Hello All,
Sorry to say this ,but I will not be at the Show this year. [size=78%].[/size] Doctors Orders !!!!!!!!!!!!.
John.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on April 29, 2022, 10:32:00 am
Sorry to say this ,but I will not be at the Show this year. [size=78%].[/size] Doctors Orders !!!!!!!!!!!!.
John.
Nooooooooo Can you leave me the J class in your will please!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ballastanksian on April 29, 2022, 09:40:15 pm
That's a shame John. I love seeing your graceful yachts.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on April 30, 2022, 09:19:05 am
You will be missed John O0
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 08, 2022, 06:49:46 pm
luton all booked in
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 09, 2022, 06:37:41 pm
Fish and chips Friday BBQ Saturday Pete ?
(I will have the calvados) {-) {-) {-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 09, 2022, 09:43:56 pm
Yep, lets see what the Scottish contingent say!! Plus i will bring mead
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: davidsg1a on May 12, 2022, 05:35:12 pm
Hello folks. Sorry to hear you can’t make it John you’ll be missed.
Sorry to be the one to break the bad news.
Scots lads are putting the finishing touches together for heading down for Mayhem. So there will be three and half of us heading down this year. %% %% %%
David
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: big_bri on May 12, 2022, 05:42:27 pm
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Shipmate60 on May 14, 2022, 09:32:45 pm
We should be down for our usual Sunday. Klunk repeat after me, I will not sell anything to Bob, I will not sell anything to bob..................
Bob
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: davidsg1a on May 14, 2022, 09:54:37 pm
Klunk what you selling to Bob. %%
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 14, 2022, 11:26:58 pm
May do!!! But he is selling too!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 17, 2022, 03:20:20 am
Ok, 2 weeks to go......so let's go through the weekend! I will be camping from Thursday, with a few friends. Friday is setup day for Mayhem and Wicksteed crews. Anyone can help on this!!! PLEASE NOTE. ONLY DESIGNATED PEOPLE ARE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE WATER. If you sink or break down, please find a Mayhem Marshal. We WILL be hiding, but ask at the Wicksteed club tent, tea tent or Steamboat Phils tent.
The serious (i use that word loosely) Mayhemmers, who camp the weekend, normally turn up. By 2pm, Phil's gazebo will be in the main lake, while he "gets the straps"! Help will be on hand to put up all tents and Gazebos, just ask. SATURDAY sailing commences once people get there, don't be afraid, just put the boats in the water. The car park is 70yds from the water. Trolleys are available, but if you need help, again ask at the tea tent. For the die hards, there will be frequency control, normally near the tea tent! If using the old frequencies, please bring a peg with your name on it to replace the frequency peg!!! Tea and coffee, and maybe some biccies, will be in the tea tent. Please see signs for this!! Please respect all other boats on the water. If you do collide, please say sorry. There will be IC BOAT demos, by Andy and Richard. These will be announced. For safety, we ask for all boats to be either removed from the water, parked up at the harbour or lakeside somewhere safe. STEAMBOAT PHIL will do straight running demos, ably supported by Steamboat Apprentice Steph. There will be sail bys of edwardian/victorian warships over the weekend, and hopefully some lovely yachts!!! As usual, for those staying late friday, a fish and chip run will happen, and Saturday will be the standard BBQ. we do ask NOT to bring disposable BBQS, MAYHEM do have a normal BBQ for use by all staying. Myself, or someone else will also cook for you.
Last note, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, IS ANYONE ALLOWED TO MENTION THE WEATHER. NONE, NIL, ZIP, NADA. DON'T GO THERE!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ray123 on May 17, 2022, 08:21:46 am
morning all do we have to book in to attend the show ? is there a car park pass?? i will if ok only be there on Saturday thank you regards ray
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on May 17, 2022, 08:55:39 am
Hi Ray
No booking required, just turn up and sail or display and have some fun. There is no car park pass, whilst entrance to Model Boat Mayhem is free there is a car park fee which tops out at £6 per car for all day. You’ll need to pay the fee before you leave at the car park machines in main reception area. I’ll will mark on a map to show the locations of these machines in my next post. All you need to pay for car park is your car registration number and a debit/credit card. Unfortunately you can’t pre-pay the fee so when you decide to leave the park you will need to pay at the machines. The entire car parking system is covered by an ANPR system which photos your registration number on entrance and exit so it knows you’ve paid. The fee goes towards the park and it’s upkeep and varies on your stay, usually the first 20 mins are free but the absolute maximum is £6 and that covers all day.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ray123 on May 18, 2022, 06:42:43 am
No booking required, just turn up and sail or display and have some fun. There is no car park pass, whilst entrance to Model Boat Mayhem is free there is a car park fee which tops out at £6 per car for all day. You’ll need to pay the fee before you leave at the car park machines in main reception area. I’ll will mark on a map to show the locations of these machines in my next post. All you need to pay for car park is your car registration number and a debit/credit card. Unfortunately you can’t pre-pay the fee so when you decide to leave the park you will need to pay at the machines. The entire car parking system is covered by an ANPR system which photos your registration number on entrance and exit so it knows you’ve paid. The fee goes towards the park and it’s upkeep and varies on your stay, usually the first 20 mins are free but the absolute maximum is £6 and that covers all day.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 19, 2022, 09:20:31 am
Coming for sale ONLY at Mayhem weekend. mfa spearfish, working Billings Etaples working Metcalfe Arun hull and superstructire Neptun cargo ship working Plus whatever else i can fit in the car!!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 21, 2022, 10:03:19 am
The expected dress standard for this year's 'Straight Runners' contest!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 22, 2022, 09:14:22 am
Well I have the glasses, and of course my hat O0
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: dougal99 on May 22, 2022, 05:13:54 pm
but do you have the je ne sais quoi :police:
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: TheLongBuild on May 22, 2022, 05:30:26 pm
Was hoping to get there and beat Phil with one of his own straight running boats but unfourtnately does not look like I will make it so he is safe this year. :} :}
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 22, 2022, 07:06:06 pm
[size=0px]but do you have the je ne sais quoi ........ [/size] [/size][size=0px] [/size] [/size][size=0px] Mais oui[/size] [/size] [/size]
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 22, 2022, 07:10:16 pm
Sorry you will not be there Larry, on the other hand I might even score, thank you for the chance %% %% %% %%
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on May 22, 2022, 07:13:12 pm
Nah Steph will thrash you {-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 22, 2022, 07:45:00 pm
My ship this year HMS INTREPID
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 23, 2022, 09:35:34 am
Ok, as im not able to upload pics, also for sale at Mayhem only..... Needing refurb SOLENT class lifeboat Day fishing boat 48" fairy something Graupner f1 with gtx 850 motor
Me, I’m a qualified first aider for my sins {-) or should that be for my gins! {-)
Thats 2 of us then.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: DBS88 on May 23, 2022, 04:09:26 pm
Have a fabulous weekend I look forward to seeing the photos and hearing the stories, hopefully I will be able to join in the fun next year, this year I will be walking my eldest daughter down the aisle at her wedding. Have fun.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 23, 2022, 04:36:02 pm
Don't worry Dave bring her and her new husband to next years Mayhem...a double celebration she will never forget her first anniversary {-)
Pete & Nick I am only fully trained first aider in calvados......tell Steve after that last lot of sloe gin, my daughter didn't see her husband for 3 days......well he is French...what a woss
I am more concerned about what the lads from the north will be bringing, after all they have had a few years to brew something up......maybe I can use it to fire up my boiler........or shall we just drink it and miss Sunday {-) {-) {-) {-)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 23, 2022, 05:13:25 pm
Lol Phil. Miss Sunday??? I thought they did anyway!! I believe last time we were serenaded till 4am!!!
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 23, 2022, 07:13:35 pm
I am learning the words this year Klunk..
Update : our car is loaded (to the hilt) and we leave for the the UK in the morning, well we need to get used to English customs..( which we hope to avoid {-) {-) {-) )
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ray123 on May 24, 2022, 08:33:26 am
good morning all i see wicksteed park is open from 10am -5pm as a displaying modeler on Saturday can we get in earlier?? thanks regards ray
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on May 24, 2022, 08:38:27 am
That’s the opening times for the attractions, the park gates are always open with the exception of Christmas Day.
thank you for the infomation raflaunches :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 25, 2022, 03:48:58 pm
Nearly there… I have just been to Avicraft Models in Bromley, he has a very large stock of balsa (I know how hard it is to come by these days, none in France) so if any one would like any (at cost) I can bring it to Mayhem Please PM me by 10 am tomorrow as I will be leaving for Wickstead just after that. :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: captain_reg on May 25, 2022, 05:11:45 pm
Hi All
I'm not a member of any club or anything, just wanted to confirm if it was ok to just turn up with a boat or two and join in sailing sometime over the weekend?
I've seen the earlier post by Klunk, but as a newbie to any kind of group sailing event are there any other things I should be aware of i.e. etiquette or do's & don'ts?
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Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 25, 2022, 05:40:43 pm
It is indeed ok to turn up, etiquette…..um this is mayhem Do……..have lots of fun Don’t……….forget to say hello and introduce yourself,
It is a great place to meet fellow boaters and make new friends :-))
And Do be prepared for a weekend of…..well……Mayhem :D And Don’t be surprised at anything that happens {-)
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Post by: Klunk on May 26, 2022, 06:43:49 am
Time, 6.45am. 45 minutes and I will starting my journey to Mayhem Weekend. Been far too long. Looking forward to seeing the Scottish Contingent, Phil and Steph, new peeps and if course Martin and Family, plus all the regulars that I have not seen for 2 years! There is a bottle of mead, port and a few fruit ciders for Saturday night. Hoping to see Bob K, but his absence has been noted!! See you all soon!!
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Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 26, 2022, 08:50:29 am
Just having last night’s curry for breakfast, quick trip to the model shop and then heading up. On board ( apart from a lot of boats) I bottle of calvados, 1 bottle of Ricard and French beer ( not pish) So should be an interesting Saturday night {-) {-) {-) See you all soon
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Post by: Klunk on May 26, 2022, 10:16:11 am
Have arrived!!!! No tickets for carpark, all done via anpr.
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Post by: Klunk on May 26, 2022, 10:20:33 am
Wind coming from the SE, MODERATE WINDS. Good yachting day for the 8 yachts already here.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 26, 2022, 10:37:49 am
Well done Klunk, how's the lake looking? :-)
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Post by: raflaunches on May 26, 2022, 11:07:03 am
Currently playing van jenga at the moment loading Dad’s van with gazebos, BBQ, tables, trolleys, and boats whilst my van is being loaded with boats, my camping stuff, and anything else we can think of! I’m sure we fitted this all in one van once! %% :-))
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Post by: Klunk on May 26, 2022, 11:17:05 am
Lakes looking good, choppy but weed free, and a few leaves one end. And a boat load of goose pooh!
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Post by: DJW on May 26, 2022, 11:32:13 am
Haha... Good job you chaps are there early, plenty of time to get the Goose poo cleared up...
:-))
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Post by: raflaunches on May 26, 2022, 11:57:11 am
So the walking poo factories paid a visit again. Anyone for BBQ goose on Saturday %)
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Post by: raflaunches on May 26, 2022, 12:25:05 pm
List of models I’m bringing for sale and collection only from Mayhem weekend:
Club 500 in yellow and black (hull and superstructure only) 1/200 scale QE2 hull in GRP A very large scale model of a Fairey Swordsman (I think it’s a Swordsman) edit: it’s a Huntsman 31 it’s big though! Correction again- it’s a MFA Fantome! A George Turner semi scale Bluebird racer Touchwood Bluebird K3 1/12 scale kit Model Slipway Sentinel kit (complete fittings pack, etched brass, plasticard sheets, GRP hull, motors) Robbe PT-15 kit (started by me when I didn’t know what I was doing!) 36 inch kit of a Perkasa (GRP hull with wooden fittings) A German minesweeper Wiesel I think (scratchbuilt needs a far bit of work) And whatever else I can find/fit in!
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Post by: old_gunner on May 26, 2022, 02:16:26 pm
Wind coming from the SE, MODERATE WINDS. Good yachting day for the 8 yachts already here.
Unless your yacht self-destructs of course.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Klunk on May 26, 2022, 02:51:21 pm
Right, 7 from Luton here, phil and steph arrived, Stephs on the wine already. Quote from Steph, "Phil, your useless at poking!"
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Post by: mrlownotes on May 26, 2022, 03:09:18 pm
List of models I’m bringing for sale and collection only from Mayhem weekend: Unfinished Deans Marine E.S.F. (Eastern Sea Fisheries) Surveyor kit. Unstarted (Brand New in Box) Deans Marine HMCC Badger kit . Unstarted (Brand New in Box) Dumas Creole Queen Stern Wheel Paddler kit. Laser 1/4 scale yacht inc 3 sail set (No radio). Blade 200 SRX Helicopter RTR (BNIB).
Maybe some other smaller items.
Alan - Wicksteed Park Club
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Post by: raflaunches on May 26, 2022, 03:11:50 pm
Poking? Is that a French thing? :D Managed to find everything… I hope, will be there from 9:30 tomorrow morning with all the equipment. Phil- we’ve got your gas canister Klunk- the BBQ is clean and loaded up for use We have 15 outdoor tables being loaned to us by the park, some are reserved for the Scottish lads and for The French Party (Phil’s extended family!). Looking forward to seeing you all again. Don’t take the mick out of my wheels. She is a work in progress which if it’s anything like my model boats will take years {-)
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Post by: JohnG on May 26, 2022, 03:34:16 pm
looking forward to joining in for the first time - and bringing model of hms broke - newly rewired..
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Post by: Andyn on May 26, 2022, 10:08:13 pm
Last time around we had a ton (nearly literally) of lead acid batteries available for sale on the SMBC stand, delighted to say we’ll be having the same again :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on May 26, 2022, 11:39:24 pm
Have arrived!!!! No tickets for carpark, all done via anpr.
For those coming for the day only be sure to pay before you leave. Wicksteed Park car parking is now done by a private company. If you do not pay before you leave you will get a £60-£80 fine.
So please if your only coming for the day, make sure you use the ticket machine on leaving. If your camping I believe the car parking is including.
I love local to wicksteed and quite a few still get caught out by the car parking system.
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Post by: Klunk on May 27, 2022, 07:41:02 am
Gooooood morning camper. All is well campsite side. Settled in. Lovely with the yellow orb out.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 27, 2022, 01:30:10 pm
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Post by: davidsg1a on May 27, 2022, 05:47:55 pm
Folks have great weekend, unfortunately I couldn’t make it due to medical issues. >>:-(
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Post by: ChrisF on May 27, 2022, 05:52:05 pm
Hi chaps
Going for my first time tomorrow, Saturday. Going to give one of my motorbikes a run (is there a car-parking area for them or maybe in the camping/caravanning area?) so won't be bringing a boat! Or indeed buying one!
Chris
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on May 27, 2022, 07:38:08 pm
Lots of Boats for sale :) .. just gotta fit all the DryDock3D gear in here now.. now sure where I am sleeping 😂🤣
All the Robbe kits I’ve got advertised in the sales section plus an Aberdeen 1/24 scale pilot boat and a large 1/10 highly detailed Fishing Charter Boat
Going for my first time tomorrow, Saturday. Going to give one of my motorbikes a run (is there a car-parking area for them or maybe in the camping/caravanning area?) so won't be bringing a boat! Or indeed buying one!
Chris
Follow the campsite signs, we are the big group bottom left with red flag with lions on it, or the car park for mayhem is 70yds from lake, left of campsite
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ChrisF on May 27, 2022, 08:48:03 pm
Thanks Klunk.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 28, 2022, 06:57:56 am
Model Boat Mayhem Weekend - Today & Sunday!
Model Boat Mayhem, in conjunction with Wicksteed Model Boat Club, are proud to announce the return of Mayhem weekend on Saturday 28th May and Sunday 29th May 2022.
Venue Wicksteed Park, Barton Road, Kettering, England NN15 6NJ https://www.wicksteedpark.org (https://www.wicksteedpark.org) - https://www.wicksteedpark.org Tel. 01536 512475
Campsite booking: https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/camping-at-wicksteed-park/ (https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/camping-at-wicksteed-park/) (please say that you are with Mayhem when booking), unfortunately there is no electrical hookup available. Please note, that there is a car parking charge (free if camping) of £6 all day per day https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/car-park-prices/ (https://www.wicksteedpark.org/the-park/car-park-prices/) The Mayhem car park is just 70yds from the lake used, trolleys are available for larger items and help is available on the day.
Mayhem is run as a Free Event, only the Park charges for car parking. The idea of Mayhem is FUN ie. come float your boat! Please bring along ANY boats and have a sail. Martin normally has a few prizes to hand out, in-between taking pictures and Talking to everyone.
Ideas for the weekend, apart from fun are….. Victorian/Edwardian Ships: Falklands conflict (40th Anniversary) 28th battle of Goose Green. 29th Atlantic Conveyor sinks under tow There will also be IC demos over the weekend A Bring and Buy (subject to tables / someone organizing it!) And an amazing 12ft GATO Submarine Club 500 races
(https://i.postimg.cc/Dwk6L57K/Mayhem-01.jpg)
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on May 28, 2022, 07:46:26 am
Parking payment information-
Easiest pay machine to locate is by the Wickies Theatre on the corner- park in car park directly opposite or on the grassed areas. All you need is your reg number and a debit/credit card.
Alternatively you can pay via the phone or app
And finally these are the mayhem signs to follow, easiest method just follow the tarmac road to the lake :-))
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 28, 2022, 05:11:09 pm
Wow! What a REALLY GREAT DAY !
Weather was really good, great to actually meet up with old & new friends, really 'thronging' all day, surprised everyone! :o Thanks to all those that came up and introduced themselves, thanks for everyone that came, great to see you outdoors & smiling so much!
Special thanks to the Wicksteed Mmodel bioat club, without whom, this wouldn't happen. So to Nick ( RAFlaunches) for doing so much running around, we salute you sir! Klunk.... well for being Klunk and doing it so well SteamBoatPhil & Lady Steph for coming from France & bringing the tea urn, Speaker etc. Very smart Andy & Stevenage Club for the IC boat demo - yes, I did catch the 'knock' in glorious Slo-Mo! {-) The other Martin, hope you got some great video! All the club stands, display & members - good one Model Hovercraft Association. Dennis & Co. for making room in his marque for the coffee shop! And MOST importantly, Mrs Mayhem & Little Miss Mayhem(?!) our chartered Tea Ladies!
We ran out of cups really quickly, (well Friday actually, doh!), going to have to find some for tomorrow.... .... or bring your own mug - Free Fills All Day! O0
Photos and video to follow.... leg ache permitting! :}
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 28, 2022, 05:33:57 pm
https://youtu.be/v6vMLzhO8ww
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 28, 2022, 06:02:16 pm
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 28, 2022, 06:07:33 pm
https://youtu.be/v6vMLzhO8ww
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Post by: ChrisF on May 28, 2022, 06:42:30 pm
My first visit and really enjoyed it. Met Klunk, Steamboat Phil and David (DKW). Thanks to Steph for showing me the shortcut from the camping area where I parked.
Great photos Martin and nice slo-mo of the coming together.
Had to smile when the geese and goslings decided to show whose lake it was!
Chris
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Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on May 28, 2022, 06:53:24 pm
My first visit and really enjoyed it. Met Klunk, Steamboat Phil and David (DKW). Thanks to Steph for showing me the shortcut from the camping area where I parked.
Great photos Martin and nice slo-mo of the coming together.
Had to smile when the geese and goslings decided to show whose lake it was!
Chris
Chris was it you who came over to the DryDock Stand regarding the 1/12 Figures? If not it was another Chris F :)
If it was , lovely to meet you
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Colin Bishop on May 28, 2022, 07:09:32 pm
Great to see everyone enjoying themselves and in good weather too. Model boating comes to life again! Would love to have been there but spent all day today returning fron Greece on first holiday since 2019. Journey was OK until we encountered the QuEasyjet bit. Rather wished I'd spent 4.5 hours at Wicksteed than on a delayed aerial appliance.
Colin
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: ChrisF on May 28, 2022, 08:36:37 pm
Chris was it you who came over to the DryDock Stand regarding the 1/12 Figures? If not it was another Chris F :)
If it was , lovely to meet you
Hi David, yes it was indeed me!
Chris
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: raflaunches on May 28, 2022, 09:09:21 pm
Well I’ve suitably dried out now! A few drinks has warmed me up and the BBQ cooked by Klunk has helped. For anyone not in the now I’ve inspected the bottom of the lake and found it very wet! {-) Good thing I bought some spare clothes to get changed into and some very surprising developments- my phone survived as did my van keys, haven’t yet tried the camera or the transmitters but hopeful! {-) Hilarious but very wet :-))
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Post by: captain_reg on May 28, 2022, 10:11:10 pm
That's my first mayhem attended and I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it and in particular what a fantastically organised event it is. A massive thank you to all those involved. :-)) All the info provided, maps, directions, instructions & signage was spot on. It's amazing how many much bigger professional events totally fail at that. That was actually a big part in my spur of the moment decision to frantically charge the batteries and make the 270 mile round trip, it really made the whole thing very easy to attend. It almost feels like I should be paying someone! Joking aside, as someone not a member of a local club, is there a way to contribute a donation towards the running of the event?
I've never sailed anywhere with more than one other boat in the water so this really was an eye opener and fantastic fun. 3 boats sailed, 3 flat batteries and 0 collisions, not bad for a first time. Although after a while my eyes were spinning trying to keep track of everything %% Already crossing off the days till next year :D Richard
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 29, 2022, 03:06:22 am
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Post by: joppyuk1 on May 29, 2022, 12:07:18 pm
As MrsJ and I were visiting relatives in Titchmarsh (7 miles away) I managed to slip away for the morning while they did flower arranging. had a delightful time looking at the boats on view and managed to get a couple of queries answered. I'm not a club member but like to dabble, and have been inspired to get on with some of my 'one day' projects. Now I just need to learn all about radio control!. I don't know why I bothered with my camera, everyone else has produced some far better pics. Do we have next years dates? MrsJ is talking about May in the Lake District and I need to get in first. Thanks for a great morning.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 29, 2022, 04:49:08 pm
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Post by: DJW on May 29, 2022, 04:56:59 pm
Really enjoyed my first visit to Wicksteed yesterday, spent a few hours on the lake with the Riva, and met a fair few friendly folks..! Looking forward to next year already.
Title: Re: Mayhem 2022
Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 29, 2022, 05:06:47 pm
Well home and dry and hungry and knackered!
.... how do you know a 'Mayhem at Wicksteed' is over?!
Face & hands tired from smiling and hand shaking, car full of grass and slight whiff of Goose poop, boot full, back seat full, bags full ... of just Stuff, home seems a LONG drive away, too tired to think about dinner, takeaway it is then, unloading the car ....... huge pile of stuff in middle of living room, lots of happy memories!
Really enjoyed my first visit to Wicksteed yesterday, spent a few hours on the lake with the Riva, and met a fair few friendly folks..! Looking forward to next year already.
And a Great Riva Aquarama it is too! Brushless but so quiet you'd never guess!
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Post by: Klunk on May 29, 2022, 05:21:15 pm
Just got home, totally shattered! First, a massive thanks to Wicksteed club members for all the tidying and hosting. WICKSTEED committee for running and organising. To steamboat Phil, the Scottish Contingent, the Newbies and all the peeps that turned up and sailed, yakked and generally made MAYHEM! ALSO, to my crew from Luton, for generally helping me out, making my life a little easier, and looking after me (suplying tea and breakfast!)
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Post by: raflaunches on May 29, 2022, 09:50:00 pm
Hi everyone
Just about recovered after a power nap! What a weekend! Had so much fun catching up with everyone and meeting new friends. The weather behaved itself (although one point it did raise a hand and say I’m still watching you! %% ) Some fantastic models on display and some brilliant demos by Andy, Poppy, Richard, Phil, and Keith. Great to see some new faces this year and of putting a face to the name on the forum. I’d like to thank Martin, Ruth and Gina for the excellent tea, coffee, and lovely bacon rolls. Big thanks to all that helped set up and run the weekend- Klunk, Steamboat Phil, Andy N, just to name a few. Great to see the Scottish lads make a return this year and yes we had some fun trying the ‘polinka’ on Saturday night! I’d like to thank our three traders this year who displayed their latest wares- many thanks to Deans Marine, Drydock 3D, and Palaform. Great to see your support. I’d like to say a big thank you to all clubs and individuals who exhibited over the weekend- Luton MBC Stevenage MBC PAMBC N&DMBC Coventry MBC Blackheath MBC King Lear MBC Welwyn MBC Model Hovercraft Association The Scottish Lads Geoff Dixon Ballastankian RNLI team (Martin and Sue) JohnG James (Suffolk1928) TonyH Are just a few I can remember off top of my head, some many more who showed their excellent models to us all. I’d like to say a special thanks to Rob and Dave who helped me after my little incident on Saturday which will probably earn me a few extra nicknames but I’m most grateful for your assistance. I am walking better now :-)) And finally I want to thank my club for all the work put in putting up gazebos, signs, and putting up with my stupidity and idiocy! On behalf of WPMBC, the Mayhem committee and myself, thank you all :-)) :-)
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Post by: ballastanksian on May 29, 2022, 10:00:26 pm
It was (as can only be expected from previous experience) a fab weekend! Model boaters are a friendly lot but the Wicksteed folk are finest specimens, so welcoming and friendly and knowledgeable. I found out that a dear friend of mine had died during Sunday morning which saddened me but being amongst you lovely people kept my heart warm all the way home until I had to face the info and his family etc.
If you want a weekend tonic then I recommend the Mayhem at Wicksteed show. It enthuses you to get the tools back out, it is a fun time and it's a good excuse to get some nice grub down your cakehole!
Talking of which, the amount of cake made available from the kitchens of Ruth and Gina as well as others was amazing along with their stalwart efforts with the urn and tea bags!
I will be at next year's show with working complete models!
P.S. I must note that it is with sadness to have heard that Klunk's brown Waders also perspired. After years of attack from mice's, he could not keep them water tight anymore. RIP Brown waders.
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Post by: David - Dry Dock 3D on May 29, 2022, 11:14:53 pm
Just about recovered after a power nap! What a weekend! Had so much fun catching up with everyone and meeting new friends. The weather behaved itself (although one point it did raise a hand and say I’m still watching you! %% ) Some fantastic models on display and some brilliant demos by Andy, Poppy, Richard, Phil, and Keith. Great to see some new faces this year and of putting a face to the name on the forum. I’d like to thank Martin, Ruth and Gina for the excellent tea, coffee, and lovely bacon rolls. Big thanks to all that helped set up and run the weekend- Klunk, Steamboat Phil, Andy N, just to name a few. Great to see the Scottish lads make a return this year and yes we had some fun trying the ‘polinka’ on Saturday night! I’d like to thank our three traders this year who displayed their latest wares- many thanks to Deans Marine, Drydock 3D, and Palaform. Great to see your support. I’d like to say a big thank you to all clubs and individuals who exhibited over the weekend- Luton MBC Stevenage MBC PAMBC N&DMBC Coventry MBC Blackheath MBC King Lear MBC Welwyn MBC Model Hovercraft Association The Scottish Lads Geoff Dixon Ballastankian RNLI team (Martin and Sue) JohnG James (Suffolk1928) TonyH Are just a few I can remember off top of my head, some many more who showed their excellent models to us all. I’d like to say a special thanks to Rob and Dave who helped me after my little incident on Saturday which will probably earn me a few extra nicknames but I’m most grateful for your assistance. I am walking better now :-)) And finally I want to thank my club for all the work put in putting up gazebos, signs, and putting up with my stupidity and idiocy! On behalf of WPMBC, the Mayhem committee and myself, thank you all :-)) :-)
1) Thank you for inviting us buddy 2) Glad to be of service 3) where’s the bloody video 😂🤣😂
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 02:44:26 am
Some more Photos, 'our friends electric' ..... sale, IC & steam!
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 10:39:17 am
Vis email from Wicksteed mbc ....
Mayhem was a success with more participants and trade stands than before. A huge thanks to the members who helped in erecting the tents, and an even bigger vote of thanks to those who stayed behind to help packing up. The Lake team get extra thanks for removing masses of Goose poo from the paths. Barbara Crisp and Sheila Kingdon for cakes, sausage rolls and coffee.
Best Wishes Bill TK - Sec.WPMBC
PS: Just a reminder of the upcoming events:
June 12th Falklands Day, if any member has either a task force or Argentinian ship please bring it along, all other models welcome of course.
July 29th First evening sail, with refreshments at the lake from 18.30.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 10:43:28 am
Barbara Crisp and Sheila Kingdon for cakes, sausage rolls and coffee.
There was quite a bit of culinary delights being offered around the lake this year, ..... next year, there is definitely going to be a cake / food competition of some sort!
( I challenge anyone to beat steaming hot bacon rolls on a chilly Sunday morning! ) {-)
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Post by: Delboy1958 on May 30, 2022, 11:13:06 am
Hi Guys I would just like to thank Martin and his family and all the others that set up this show.We had a great Sunday , really great to catch up with everyone. Regards Derek
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 12:47:18 pm
Robbe SEA JET - Filmed by Dom for the Essential RC YouTube
https://youtu.be/1AbsvO1Uz0E
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Post by: Klunk on May 30, 2022, 01:02:19 pm
There was quite a bit of culinary delights being offered around the lake this year, ..... next year, there is definitely going to be a cake / food competition of some sort!
( I challenge anyone to beat steaming hot bacon rolls on a chilly Sunday morning! ) {-)
Challenge accepted. I have something up my sleeve!! Plus next year the bbq challange might restart! Also saturday night bbq will be changing its format as well
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 02:18:32 pm
Via email to Mayhem....
'I was at Wicksteed [Sunday] with SMBC, and running my orange / white nitro powered GPL tunnel hull. I was optimistically wearing a head-strap GoPro to capture some footage of it, but all I got was the far bank and some sky as I knocked the camera as I put it on..... ' {:-{
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 04:47:06 pm
{-) {-) {-) - It was nice knowing you Andy!
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Post by: dominicm on May 30, 2022, 04:59:04 pm
Yup. I filmed it run before the rain arrived. I'll upload and publish it sometime later this week. It would be helpful if he could provide some info. I think it was running on an OS20 which I thought was quite small considering how quickly it was moving.
Yup. I filmed it run before the rain arrived. I'll upload and publish it sometime later this week. It would be helpful if he could provide some info. I think it was running on an OS20 which I thought was quite small considering how quickly it was moving.
Lovely, thank you. Feel free to contact me about it through here or facebook (Andy Nightingale, we spoke yesterday) - that belongs to my mate Steve. It's a GPL tunnel hull with an OS 21XM outboard, it moves a lot quicker than that on an open lake!
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Post by: gingyer on May 30, 2022, 07:18:21 pm
Home now and the car is unpacked.. What a fantastic weekend meeting up with friends and making new ones
Well done to the mayhem team and to everyone who took time to attend For a great weekend.
Looking forward to next year
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Post by: Leaky Bottom on May 30, 2022, 07:27:37 pm
Has anyone got any info on the boat "V71" in the first pic in reply#187,
Thanks
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Post by: JohnG on May 30, 2022, 07:38:35 pm
superb weekend. as a newbie/attending solo i was very much made to feel welcome. thanks to all. herewith a few pics John G
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Post by: JohnG on May 30, 2022, 07:41:46 pm
and a few more pics
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Post by: ballastanksian on May 30, 2022, 08:23:39 pm
What did you do to Poppy and Phil? You turned them into flumps! {-)
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 30, 2022, 09:27:28 pm
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Post by: Andyn on May 30, 2022, 09:49:15 pm
That’s Keith’s ‘Potential Threat’, would have to get in contact with him or Mr Steamboatphil for full details but it’s his design straight runner, with a 30cc long stroke JAP engine. Runs around 800rpm on tickover for around 10mph. Great fun to catch that one, it’s got so much torque and mass it wants to take you with it {-)
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Post by: JohnG on May 30, 2022, 09:52:03 pm
Wish i knew! No malice intended 😇. Thanks martin for correcting it..
Of course not! Lovely photos to add to the record of the first 'A-C' Mayhem :-))
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Post by: SteamboatPhil on May 31, 2022, 11:17:51 am
What a brilliant weekend, it was nice to catch up with old friends and make many new ones. So many memorable moments which of course includes Nick doing his Ester Williams impression :-)) Of course a big thank you to Ruth and Gina for keeping us all supplied with tea and coffee,Martin for proving that bright shirts are a real fashion. Thank you the Wicksteed club for allowing us to hold the event Looking forward to next year and seeing Poppy’s pink straight running boat :-)) (Thank you Martin for sorting the picture I really thought I had had one bacon sandwich too many)
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 31, 2022, 01:19:18 pm
Mayhem at Wicksteed, 2022 - Hovercraft
https://youtu.be/OElV-qD9Te8
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 31, 2022, 02:18:57 pm
Wicksteed 2022 - The little yacht with the red sail ....
https://youtu.be/K8oMnalRRHE
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on May 31, 2022, 02:34:56 pm
Wicksteed 2022 - Ray's Tug
https://youtu.be/uz-Wq7OPKKo
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Post by: mrzippy on May 31, 2022, 02:43:43 pm
The little yacht with the red sail .... is Gareth Fidler's lovely Adamcraft clinker built dinghy.
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Post by: dougal99 on May 31, 2022, 03:58:37 pm
Title: Re: Mayhem at Wicksteed 2022
Post by: sabre on June 02, 2022, 11:45:42 pm
Martin, thanks for taking the time to post all those cracking photos. Some amazing models there.
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Post by: RST on June 03, 2022, 12:30:51 am
Thanks from the very far north for photos!!
...Also I was wondering with the hovercraft models if anyone knows Larry Hodgson these days (I think he's down in Pompey area so a bit far to go to Northampton)? He's a friend of my late father and if anyone is in contact with him these days, please pass my regards on as "Rogers son".
Rich
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Post by: tigertiger on June 03, 2022, 02:57:49 am
Have a good Wicksteed everybody :-))
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 03, 2022, 07:05:00 am
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Post by: derekwarner on June 03, 2022, 08:05:43 am
Martin asks...."What are "arms" for, as seen on the model?"
To find the Goodies, or the Baddies O0 ....by SONAR array ......[sound navigation and ranging]
Even mounted on the Deck, hence above the water, they were classed a "Below Water Equipment'....so being an 'Above Water Weapons' person, I had no involvement :P
Derek
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 03, 2022, 12:48:44 pm
This was another highlight of the weekend, this young chap had built this huge Lego Titanic and his parents had brought him down to the lake so he could show it off to us. ... he was so happy .... and so were we!
Of course, it would be been really good if I could remember his name .... if you see this young man, please get in touch, I have a Winners Medal for you! :-)) :-))
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Post by: TheLongBuild on June 03, 2022, 01:06:32 pm
It is a great kit. Just not sure where I am displaying mine at home !!
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Post by: Tug Fanatic on June 03, 2022, 03:35:10 pm
I remember being excited when they introduced wheels & a light brick. Not that I ever owned any batteries to make it work! Well done that young man.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 03, 2022, 09:34:43 pm
More video from Mayhem at Wicksteed 2022
https://youtu.be/wrJ14aMPdQQ
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Post by: ballastanksian on June 04, 2022, 03:53:36 pm
Well done indeed! I was near by when the lad opened it up, and you could see the engines! Superb work by the Lego design team, and kudos to the young feller for building it up.
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Post by: dominicm on June 05, 2022, 02:26:02 pm
Geoff's quite superlative HMS Canopus
https://youtu.be/dLe9EpFPg8k
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 09, 2022, 10:02:25 am
Naval Vessels on display
https://youtu.be/-9Xju9mEIM0
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 09, 2022, 01:17:16 pm
Another one from 'Mr Video' Dom! :-))
Adamcraft Sailing Dinghies
https://youtu.be/m-I-M6X-4A4
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Post by: AndyBiggs on June 11, 2022, 04:24:59 am
The Adamcraft dinghies look interesting and seem to sail quite well. Building in clinker, in any scale is difficult, well done to the builders, impressive. However it would be good to see more sailing craft at the event.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 11, 2022, 07:35:09 am
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Post by: AndyBiggs on June 11, 2022, 12:52:58 pm
Always pleased to be proved wrong - unfortunately I was unable to attend and it would have been good to see the "Flyer" pilot cutter model, designed by Gary Webb, as I've built one but never seen another in real life.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 17, 2022, 03:05:57 pm
Martin, the Vosper is mine, I built it a couple of years ago and Wicksteed was its second time in the water, mainly because I wanted to try it in more open water, the size of the local canal basin being too restricted to allow it to turn round or open up. I built it as a follow-up to my 1/12 scale scratch Whaleback, having enjoyed the experience of researching a WWII fast launch whose history seems to have been forgotten, producing a hard chine, double-diagonal planked hull and thinking of ways to produce such details as turret moulding. At the risk of boring you stiff, here is the full history:
Vosper Motor Torpedo Boat 233. Built by Chris Ellis.
This 1/12 scale scratchbuilt model represents Vosper MTB 233 between launch in January of 1942 and April of 1943, under the command of Lt. Jamie L Fraser RNVR, who was killed in action against 3 German armed trawlers off the Hook of Holland on the night of 18th April 1943. This boat sailed with the 21st MTB Flotilla out of HMS Beehive (Felixstowe), CO Captain Peter Dickens DSO, MBE, DSC, the great grandson of Charles Dickens. See Ref.1. This boat was one of the first Vosper series to be equipped with three Packard V12 marine engines of 1250 HP each (no, not Merlins), plus two Ford V8 engines for silent running at 6 knots. The Packards gave a performance of 38.9 knots at 2400 rev/min or 35.9 knots continuously at 2200 rev/min. Carrying 2683 gallons of 100 octane petrol in two main tanks, the range was up to 400 miles at 20 knots. Overall displacement was 47 tons, 55 tons wet with all armaments. Vosper, under the Chief Engineer Peter DuCane, designed and built the so-called 70’ MTB just before WW II, but in fact the boat hulls were 70’6” long and revised to 71’0” in 1941. Including the 18” diameter anti-cavitation plates above each propeller, the overall length was actually 72’6”. Boat 233 was built under licence and Vosper control by Berthon Boat Company at Lymington. Originally the design included two transom-mounted rudders and a keel mounted fixed fin, but early in their service, all boats were retro-fitted with a third, central rudder to improve the turning circle, especially at high speed. Armament: 2 x 21” torpedo tubes fired by explosive charge (fired at a boat speed of 12 knots), 2 x 0.5” Vickers water-cooled machine guns (700 rounds/min each) in a Vickers MkV hydraulic turret, 2 x 0.303” Lewis machine guns, CSA (chloro-sulphonic acid) smoke generator, 2 x standard RN depth charges. Although up to 8 depth charges could be carried, their combined weight adversely affected trim, so only 2 were usually carried, to be dropped in the path of pursuing enemy vessels, usually during hasty retreats! Until July of 1943, 233 was painted overall grey, but during a refit it was repainted in the Peter Scott designed dazzle camouflage and a 20mm Oerlikon cannon was added to the foredeck. Boat 233 completed War service mainly in the North Sea and was disposed of in June of 1945.
The model: This was built with nominal reference to a 1/24 semi-scale Model Boat/John Lambert design, but accurate detail, enough to redraw the main frames, photographs and Vosper drawings were obtained from Ref.2. The hull is planked with scale mahogany planks (1050) over ply frames. Power is supplied by 3 x 380kV 5060 brushless motors running at 25 volts, giving an overall output of just under 2.5 kW. Every detail of the boat is scratch built with the exception of the gun bodies which are 3D printed by Shapeways. At 72.5” long the model weighs 26 kg overall, including 8.6 kg of lead ballast and 2 kg of LiPos to achieve the correct waterline. The only drawback to such a large model is transportation and launching! Built October 2019 to July 2020.
Chris.
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on June 21, 2022, 06:36:54 pm
Mayhem at Wicksteed 2022 - Lots more Boats! (v2)
https://youtu.be/icPIAzzbhHE
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on August 12, 2022, 06:50:35 pm
HMS Blackwater M2008
https://youtu.be/pQoQ0jrf1L0
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Post by: Martin (Admin) on August 26, 2022, 08:02:14 pm
HMS ACTIVE F171 | Type 21 Frigate: https://youtu.be/C-NsGC-GYp8
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Post by: Beagle1831 on August 26, 2022, 08:16:33 pm
Great models - was good to speak to the builder of HMS Active at the Mayhem Weekend. Bring on 2023!