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Title: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on January 29, 2017, 11:32:53 am


A date for your Calendar   (http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/Smileys/Tug/thumbup.gif) (http://www.modelboatmayhem.co.uk/forum/Smileys/Tug/thumbup.gif)

Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on June 27, 2017, 09:51:44 pm



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2017 Model Boat Convention – Fantastic Prize
Adrian Gosling of Speedline Models Ltd has generously donated a 1:16 scale kit of his latest Shannon Class lifeboat as a prize for the Best Lifeboat entered in competition at the Model Boat Convention on the 26th and 27th August 2017. Any modeller wishing to enter this competition should contact:
Mrs. Jean Barlow (Model Boat Convention Secretary) direct for an application form:

Email: Jean@barlowstalyfan.co.uk

Mob: 07789 348817

Please note that entries must be in the hands of the Convention Secretary by the 15th August 2017 and entries will NOT be accepted at the Show.
Website: www.modelboatconvention.co.uk (http://www.modelboatconvention.co.uk)


 
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Tug-Kenny RIP on June 28, 2017, 10:02:29 am

Live telephone number requested and allowed

Moderator
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: boat captain on August 11, 2017, 02:22:48 pm
Not long now any Mayhem members make yourselves known to myself or Larry .




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Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: kinmel on August 11, 2017, 08:45:46 pm
Adrian at Speedline has now said that the winner of the Best Lifeboat competition can choose between a 1:12 or a 1:16 model of the Shannon.

Not often that a £1000 prize is on offer  :-)
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: carlmt on August 11, 2017, 10:43:09 pm
Adrian at Speedline has now said that the winner of the Best Lifeboat competition can choose between a 1:12 or a 1:16 model of the Shannon.

Not often that a £1000 prize is on offer  :-)

That is one hell of a generous offer from Adrian  O0 O0 . 
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on August 13, 2017, 11:04:11 pm


That is one hell of a generous offer from Adrian  O0 O0 .


It Certainly is, and 1 I stand absolutely stand no chance of Ever winning.... <:( <:(


On Another Note.


It has been brought to my attention that on various Forums, Facebook Pages etc. a question has been asked if the show is going ahead this year !!!, Well I can confirm  that Yes it is and I have no I idea why anyone would think other wise without first possibly contacting the organisers who's details are on all the posters and posts before starting rumours..


Not long to go now.. :} :} :} :}   Traders Booked and will be waiting to take your Money .. %% %% %%


Currently 16 Traders, 24 Clubs and 4 Individuals and the Life Boat enthusiasts  all booked in..


See website for details..


http://www.modelboatconvention.co.uk/index.html
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: boat captain on August 14, 2017, 12:05:35 am
As Larry has said the show is definitely on I don't know who started these rumours but be assured  it is on as usual.  See you there.
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: boat captain on August 24, 2017, 07:31:00 am
I have just checked the weather forecast for this weekend and it looks very good.


See you there.


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Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: klz on August 24, 2017, 08:10:26 pm
I will be there Sunday  :}
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: boat captain on August 25, 2017, 07:24:50 am
Just setting off to set the pools up and fill them.  It is a lovely morning in this area.

Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Howard Q on August 25, 2017, 06:49:27 pm
I have just set up my stand at Haydock and everything is working like clockwork, many thanks to the organisors for their  assistance and cooperation, all that is needed is a good turnout of visitors with a positive outlook. Howard.
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Hande on August 26, 2017, 07:20:27 pm
I'm in Liverpool, mates!
having fun.
This morning I spotted the tug Svitzer Bidston, IMO 9286695 on the Mersey river  ;D
According to AIS there are several Smit tugs here, further down the river.


The Quarrymen were great today!


Tomorrow morning I'm off to Haydock Park.

Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Liverbudgie2 on August 26, 2017, 07:29:20 pm
I'm in Liverpool, mates!
having fun.
This morning I spotted the tug Svitzer Bidston, IMO 9286695 on the Mersey river  ;D
According to AIS there are several Smit tugs here, further down the river.


The Quarrymen were great today!


Tomorrow morning I'm off to Haydock Park.

And tomorrow you'll see, or might not if your at the show, the tug "Union Diamond" towing a barge with the back end of the "Sir Richard Attenborough" on it.

LB
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Gardener on August 26, 2017, 09:11:34 pm
What ia AIS ?
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: bfgstew on August 26, 2017, 09:17:12 pm
Automatic Identification System.


An app that shows location of vessels.
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Gardener on August 26, 2017, 09:19:39 pm
Can anybody access it
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: bfgstew on August 26, 2017, 09:26:14 pm
Just did........google.......AIS
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Gardener on August 26, 2017, 09:27:46 pm
Thanks
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Gardener on August 26, 2017, 09:29:17 pm
Just gave it ago round Liverpool area ...
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Hande on August 27, 2017, 12:18:30 am
And tomorrow you'll see, or might not if your at the show, the tug "Union Diamond" towing a barge with the back end of the "Sir Richard Attenborough" on it.

LB


Clearly you have inside information, Liverbudgie...
I'm going for the convention despite the promise of spotting the Union Diamond.
It's another dream come true for me. In Finland, our shows don't come anywhere near the UK ones. There simply are so many more hobbyists, here.
Hande
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: smudger1309 on August 27, 2017, 01:52:05 am
any one know how Brian Thompson MBE talk went,  he is the ex coxswain of Holyhead Lifeboat retired midnight new years day 2017 he said he was going a talk at the haydock show
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: boat captain on August 27, 2017, 07:34:08 am
Come to the show today and attend the closing ceremony and you will see  and hear Brian.


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Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Hande on August 27, 2017, 08:11:28 am
Hello!
What would be the best way to get from Liverpool to Haydock and back on this Sunday, please. I'm trying to figure out the public xportation - can't afford rental car;
Lime st - St Helens train
St Helens - Haydock bus 320
???
Please advice, so I don't waste time and instead will spend it at the show.
The site was not specific enough for my case...
I know - should have thought about it more in advance.



Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Hande on August 27, 2017, 08:18:05 am
I was wondering, how does one regognise a fellow-Mayhemmer?
If you wish, you can give a pat on my shoulder.
I will be the only one at the show with a rather conspicuous Tee shirt:
SUNSHOT on the front, "Have you auditioned" on the back.

Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Tug Fanatic on August 27, 2017, 09:19:08 am

Hello!
What would be the best way to get from Liverpool to Haydock and back on this Sunday, please. I'm trying to figure out the public xportation - can't afford rental car;
Lime st - St Helens train
St Helens - Haydock bus 320
???
Please advice, so I don't waste time and instead will spend it at the show.
The site was not specific enough for my case...
I know - should have thought about it more in advance.


I have never been to the show & I don't know Liverpool either but Traveline came up with this. Trains every 30 mins & go from there.


Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Hande on August 27, 2017, 07:05:37 pm
Thank you  :-)
The trip went well.


And the show was fantastic!
They took my money, the traders did - so I cant't complain  ok2
Good humor, knowledgeable advice
And a wonderful weather.


Most of all - the model boats were beautiful  %%
So many tugs, too. Including one Neddie from Billings kit like mine.

The organisers did very well - thanks again!
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: smudger1309 on August 29, 2017, 11:53:04 pm
Come to the show today and attend the closing ceremony and you will see  and hear Brian.


 :-)) :-)) :-))


i would've done  but i was at his old station fundraising at Holyhead Lifeboat day Saturday etc,   was invited by Brain but even he said to stay at Holyhead,   so choice of going to haydock or the RNLI was only one winner
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: smudger1309 on August 29, 2017, 11:54:58 pm
what was brain talk about and did it go well?
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Howard Q on September 09, 2017, 09:43:45 pm
Hello. Has anyone got any photos of the Convention at Haydock to post on this site, although I was at the show it was as an individual  exhibitor and was unable to have my usual wander about, it would be nice to see what was on display in other parts of the venue. Howard.
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on September 09, 2017, 09:49:22 pm
Hi Howard
I have 600 odd to go through but unfortunately have not been able to sort yet, but I will try to get them up ASAP, a few here and then the rest on the Conventions site.

Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: Howard Q on October 24, 2017, 03:26:06 pm
Hello Longbuild.
I appreciate the large number of photographs you have of the 2017 show at Haydock, have you managed to sort any out for the Mayhem website or for the Convention site, as I mentioned I was at the show but did not get a chance for a walk round, it would be nice to see what was on display. Howard Q.
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on October 24, 2017, 08:31:12 pm


Hi Howard
Apologies, I had problems with the SD card the photos were on and only recently managed to get them off the corrupted card.


Here are a few randomly selected.


Will get the others on in the next day or so.


Also I believe that there will be a [font=]3 page in-depth photo report by DW in Dec MB on sale later in November.[/font]

[font=]Larry[/font]
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on October 24, 2017, 08:31:45 pm
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Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on November 27, 2017, 10:33:09 pm

At last..
Here is a link to the pictures from the 2017 Show, Apologies for the delay but had a few issues with Technology..


 http://www.modelboatconvention.co.uk/Convention_Pictures_2017.html
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: imsinking on November 28, 2017, 09:35:30 am
 :-)) Excellent display , only up to photo 300 as yet , I do notice some of the early shots are blurred which makes me feel better, MOST of my shots were worse than those , the auto focus had refused point blank to work all day  >>:-(  it's a newish camera so it's probably me . . . .
Bill
Title: Re: The Model Boat Convention 2017
Post by: TheLongBuild on November 28, 2017, 01:30:24 pm
Thanks, Not sure why some are out of focus but have not checked them all, was just glad I was able to retrieve them, I thought I would put them all on , Warts an All for know and when I have time go through them properly and get rid of any Duplicates fuzzy ones.. Probably one or 2 of the ground !! :}