limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Ok dont have 700HP ,but thought it would be fun to give it a go anyway ! Got an early start with the sun trying to break through. Seems Squid and his crew were raring to go. Gotta go eat , but post more later cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
wcmarine11 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Nice pictures Dal!! I bet your tired! Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 Nice pictures Dal!! I bet your tired! Where did U go ! Didn't even wave Nice atmosphere out there today; enjoyed the company. Watch out though, going to post a shot that exposes the Squid and his crew!!! cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
Stingray 50 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Amazing photographs. On the Scarab, must be hard to hear DZ over the sound of that bad boy! Did you see JS crossing from wheel to wheel, can you describe it? Link to post Share on other sites
Bus Driver 6,897 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 What's the deal with that white fabric around the helm and across the back. Just aero? (edit) Sorry, didn't see the other thread dedicated to this question. I'll head over there. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 The scurvy Squid team ! Link to post Share on other sites
wcmarine11 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 We were all smiles out there!!! I bet you got some great pics of the old gal... Link to post Share on other sites
wcmarine11 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Amazing photographs. On the Scarab, must be hard to hear DZ over the sound of that bad boy! Did you see JS crossing from wheel to wheel, can you describe it? We shut down the engines a few times and let it sail by real close...Very hard to hear it if it was running...we wondered if it was even on Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 Couple of detail shots and then ; Is this the Spy? Or just a timid fan who diidn't want to join the party? He always kept his distance , so Squid and I got him in a pincer movement! No escape! After that the Oracle guys went over and talked to him, so perhaps we will hear the scoop. cheers Dal PS. If it is a Spy, can we shoot him, as I need that RIB !!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites
STSailing 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 I'm amazed at the size of the mast step. Would've thought it to be a bit bigger. Good stuff Dal and Squid. Link to post Share on other sites
rjmoorejr1 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is it just me or is that boat flying 2 hulls and fucking hauling ass in wind that most of us wouldn't even bother trying to sail in???? Link to post Share on other sites
Squid 3 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Amazing photographs. On the Scarab, must be hard to hear DZ over the sound of that bad boy! Did you see JS crossing from wheel to wheel, can you describe it? I got some shots of that. It isn't very exciting really. He merely walks briskly - not even 'jogging' pace. It only takes about 5 seconds in all. The scurvy Squid team ! Thanks Dal!!! Link to post Share on other sites
hhn92 43 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Couple of detail shots and then ;Is this the Spy? Or just a timid fan who diidn't want to join the party? He always kept his distance , so Squid and I got him in a pincer movement! No escape! After that the Oracle guys went over and talked to him, so perhaps we will hear the scoop. cheers Dal PS. If it is a Spy, can we shoot him, as I need that RIB !!!!!! With a radar and permanent mount GPS antenna.............I would say yes.....THEY'RE SPIES! Link to post Share on other sites
Squid 3 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is it just me or is that boat flying 2 hulls and fucking hauling ass in wind that most of us wouldn't even bother trying to sail in???? This is correct. In one of the photos, they are on glass that you could barefoot waterski on - totally flying two. It takes NO EFFORT at all to get two hulls up. I am pretty sure it can be done in 2knts of wind. Link to post Share on other sites
rjmoorejr1 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is it just me or is that boat flying 2 hulls and fucking hauling ass in wind that most of us wouldn't even bother trying to sail in???? This is correct. In one of the photos, they are on glass that you could barefoot waterski on - totally flying two. It takes NO EFFORT at all to get two hulls up. I am pretty sure it can be done in 2knts of wind. In that case I can honestly say that I would GLADLY give my left testicle to be anywhere near that boat, much less on board with the wing...abso-fucking-lutely amazing! Link to post Share on other sites
Newfoundlander 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Squid was hard to miss, as soon as the winged monster was under tow there was the roar of American horsepower on the bay. Dal on the otherhand was very quiet and un-obtrusive. Link to post Share on other sites
hhn92 43 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is it just me or is that boat flying 2 hulls and fucking hauling ass in wind that most of us wouldn't even bother trying to sail in???? This is correct. In one of the photos, they are on glass that you could barefoot waterski on - totally flying two. It takes NO EFFORT at all to get two hulls up. I am pretty sure it can be done in 2knts of wind. In that case I can honestly say that I would GLADLY give my left testicle to be anywhere near that boat, much less on board with the wing...abso-fucking-lutely amazing! You're awfully young there, 'Whippa' Snappa', so you may need to hang on to that left one............... An old guy like me............................I can afford it. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 Some bits and pieces Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 And a touch further back ! Ant on a Wing ! cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
canesugarrules 8 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Wonderful shots.Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites
JPlanet 58 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Outstanding!! Thank you, Dal !!!! Is the DOG back in for the night now? Link to post Share on other sites
rjmoorejr1 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is it just me or is that boat flying 2 hulls and fucking hauling ass in wind that most of us wouldn't even bother trying to sail in???? This is correct. In one of the photos, they are on glass that you could barefoot waterski on - totally flying two. It takes NO EFFORT at all to get two hulls up. I am pretty sure it can be done in 2knts of wind. In that case I can honestly say that I would GLADLY give my left testicle to be anywhere near that boat, much less on board with the wing...abso-fucking-lutely amazing! You're awfully young there, 'Whippa' Snappa', so you may need to hang on to that left one............... An old guy like me............................I can afford it. Screw it, I'll overnight Fedex both of them for the chance to be on the beast! God knows there shouldn't be any more of me running around anyway.... Link to post Share on other sites
BalticBandit 7 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Well that explains the flapping cloth we saw yesterday - its the mylar smoothing gasket between the flap sections. did you see if they were peeling them off completely or re-sticking them. also looks like at least initiall they are sailing with a safety forestay. We shut down the engines a few times and let it sail by real close...Very hard to hear it if it was running...we wondered if it was even on I wonder if its set up as a compression pump into the same hydraulic reservoir that the pedestals used to drive, and only comes on when the pressure drops below a certain point. Link to post Share on other sites
xfire 17 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Well that explains the flapping cloth we saw yesterday - its the mylar smoothing gasket between the flap sections. did you see if they were peeling them off completely or re-sticking them. also looks like at least initiall they are sailing with a safety forestay. We shut down the engines a few times and let it sail by real close...Very hard to hear it if it was running...we wondered if it was even on I wonder if its set up as a compression pump into the same hydraulic reservoir that the pedestals used to drive, and only comes on when the pressure drops below a certain point. Why do you think the forestay isn't primary structure? Or do you see two forestays? With the pivots in the mast step, it must have a forestay at all times. The mast is not freestanding in any direction. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 Well that explains the flapping cloth we saw yesterday - its the mylar smoothing gasket between the flap sections. did you see if they were peeling them off completely or re-sticking them. also looks like at least initiall they are sailing with a safety forestay. We shut down the engines a few times and let it sail by real close...Very hard to hear it if it was running...we wondered if it was even on I wonder if its set up as a compression pump into the same hydraulic reservoir that the pedestals used to drive, and only comes on when the pressure drops below a certain point. Yes the guy was up there peeling them off and sliding them down to the deck cheers DAl Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Link to post Share on other sites
Daimond 5 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Dolphin fins in the lower shot? Link to post Share on other sites
jrc808 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 alinghi suicide dolphins! eek! Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Squirrel 120 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 alinghi suicide dolphins! eek! With frickin' laaaasers on their heads... /pinkie to mouth MS Link to post Share on other sites
seis 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Thanks, Dal. Good work! I posted any thumb at french forum: http://forum.cupineurope.com/viewtopic.php?p=32340#32340 Link to post Share on other sites
Junkyard Dog 20 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 alinghi suicide dolphins! eek! With frickin' laaaasers on their heads... /pinkie to mouth MS Given the recent setbacks in the court and fading hope for Cheesy, it may be all they have left... Link to post Share on other sites
cogito 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Yes we cant! Good job Dal. Link to post Share on other sites
Squid 3 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Awesome dolphin shot! Gee, look how cool Eddie looks in that one. I am pretty sure this will be his wallpaper for the next 10 years. hey Dal, how much for the full resolution raw? Link to post Share on other sites
alphafb552 624 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Looks like Jimmy has his hands in his pockets as he wanders down to the other helm ! Link to post Share on other sites
Colomba 85 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Couple of detail shots and then ;Is this the Spy? Or just a timid fan who diidn't want to join the party? He always kept his distance , so Squid and I got him in a pincer movement! No escape! After that the Oracle guys went over and talked to him, so perhaps we will hear the scoop. cheers Dal PS. If it is a Spy, can we shoot him, as I need that RIB !!!!!! I know the make of that RIB. Link to post Share on other sites
ncs 38 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is this the Spy? With a radar and permanent mount GPS antenna.............I would say yes.....THEY'RE SPIES! The GPS antenna is next to the windscreen. That looks like a little ultrasonic anemometer on the forward mast. They're collecting wind data and tracking DZ's speed with radar. Link to post Share on other sites
krispy kreme 0 Posted November 12, 2009 Share Posted November 12, 2009 Is this the Spy? Um no, he is not a spy. He always kept his distance How polite of him. so Squid and I got him in a pincer movement! How impolite of you. If it is a Spy, can we shoot him Probably not a very good idea. as I need that RIB !!!!!! They are nice RIBs. Too bad AquaPro were sold off and their larger RIB line discontinued. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Share Posted November 13, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Awesome dolphin shot! Gee, look how cool Eddie looks in that one. I am pretty sure this will be his wallpaper for the next 10 years. hey Dal, how much for the full resolution raw? Just JPEG I'm afraid How about a trade for the shot of my RIB you took ! Dont get many of me on the move . Will PM you with my email. Have some others he may like that I kept off the web; (have to be careful you know ) cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
Ishmael 10,607 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Awesome dolphin shot! Gee, look how cool Eddie looks in that one. I am pretty sure this will be his wallpaper for the next 10 years. hey Dal, how much for the full resolution raw? Just JPEG I'm afraid How about a trade for the shot of my RIB you took ! Dont get many of me on the move . Will PM you with my email. Have some others he may like that I kept off the web; (have to be careful you know ) cheers Dal Now that is how pro photographers are supposed to work. Together. Great shots from both of you, hats off. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Share Posted November 13, 2009 Is this the Spy? Um no, he is not a spy. He always kept his distance How polite of him. so Squid and I got him in a pincer movement! How impolite of you. If it is a Spy, can we shoot him Probably not a very good idea. as I need that RIB !!!!!! They are nice RIBs. Too bad AquaPro were sold off and their larger RIB line discontinued. Krispy, just a fan eh!! Funny they usually come equiped with a camera ,not a boat load of specialized electronics Still love the RIB !; just can't convince the missus to fork out more money than we paid for our house (a few years back mind you) Think my buddies at Raymarine will like the shot though Hmmmm; can't seem to spot the vessel reg number either. Registered abroad maybe ?? cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
Squid 3 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Now that is how pro photographers are supposed to work. Together. Great shots from both of you, hats off. I told you all here 15 times - I am not a pro. Link to post Share on other sites
Shife 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Now that is how pro photographers are supposed to work. Together. Great shots from both of you, hats off. I told you all here 15 times - I am not a pro. Well you take pretty damn good photos for a regular douche with a camera. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Share Posted November 13, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Awesome dolphin shot! Gee, look how cool Eddie looks in that one. I am pretty sure this will be his wallpaper for the next 10 years. hey Dal, how much for the full resolution raw? Just JPEG I'm afraid How about a trade for the shot of my RIB you took ! Dont get many of me on the move . Will PM you with my email. Have some others he may like that I kept off the web; (have to be careful you know ) cheers Dal Now that is how pro photographers are supposed to work. Together. Great shots from both of you, hats off. Me Neither ! It's those who think they are, that cause the issues !! Link to post Share on other sites
Rohanoz 50 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Well that explains the flapping cloth we saw yesterday - its the mylar smoothing gasket between the flap sections. did you see if they were peeling them off completely or re-sticking them. also looks like at least initiall they are sailing with a safety forestay. We shut down the engines a few times and let it sail by real close...Very hard to hear it if it was running...we wondered if it was even on I wonder if its set up as a compression pump into the same hydraulic reservoir that the pedestals used to drive, and only comes on when the pressure drops below a certain point. Why do you think the forestay isn't primary structure? Or do you see two forestays? With the pivots in the mast step, it must have a forestay at all times. The mast is not freestanding in any direction. I think he means the backup lashings over/around the forestay turning eye/block that leads back to the ram - not that it doesn't need a forestay. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Author Share Posted November 13, 2009 Couple for my maritime museum friends and one I just like, cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
easyrider 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Great photos Dal. THanks! Link to post Share on other sites
Shife 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Is this the Spy? Um no, he is not a spy. He always kept his distance How polite of him. so Squid and I got him in a pincer movement! How impolite of you. If it is a Spy, can we shoot him Probably not a very good idea. as I need that RIB !!!!!! They are nice RIBs. Too bad AquaPro were sold off and their larger RIB line discontinued. According to some photos in another thread, at least two of them are employed by the Alinghi design team. And that is most certainly an ultrasonic anemometer on the pole taped to the leaning post. Odd bit of kit for the average fan to tape to their rib. Link to post Share on other sites
MR.CLEAN 4,187 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 They may or may not have been spies, but they sure did run away every time we tried to get close to them. And I think that's Jeff Brown's (J/Boats San Diego) RIB. Anyone confirm? Link to post Share on other sites
bbl 9 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 And a touch further back !Ant on a Wing ! cheers Dal Wow, that photo put things into proportions. Thanks for your great work! Link to post Share on other sites
waterboy42 49 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Even the dolphins came to check her out ! Is it an optical illusion / photographic distortion, or are they inclining the wing to windward in that pic (posted 05:00 PM). I thought it may be a technique to generate vertical lift, reduce displacement similar to a windsurfer / sailrocket etc. Link to post Share on other sites
savoir 219 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 alinghi suicide dolphins! eek! With frickin' laaaasers on their heads... /pinkie to mouth MS Hey don't laugh. The place where they train dolphins to do nasty military stuff is tucked in there right under Point Loma. Link to post Share on other sites
PauloAS 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Dal, the killer shot is the one of America and USA! I'd like to have it in my desktop any chance of posting a higher res here on the forum? Anyway, thanks a ton! Link to post Share on other sites
Squid 3 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 Dal, the killer shot is the one of America and USA! I'd like to have it in my desktop any chance of posting a higher res here on the forum? Anyway, thanks a ton! While not as nice a shot as Dal's, a very similar image has been prepared and put in the Wallpaper thread. You might try that. Dal makes his living sellling photographs, if you want the good stuff - you'll have to pay. However, if you are a cheap ass, you can use my shots for free. Link to post Share on other sites
PauloAS 0 Posted November 13, 2009 Share Posted November 13, 2009 I'm a cheap ass, and didn't know that Dal made a living out of his pics. I'll try the tread. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 Haa hAa No just make a few bucks out of "touristy" shots and tour groups. Pays the gas bill to keep me on the water. Have a full time "real job" so this gets me out in the fresh air at weekends and the occasional day off. Happy to oblige, give me a little time cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 Quick tour around before we started out. Select "watch in HD " cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 PauloAS here you go, (Hope you dont mind; I took the support boat out ! ) cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
Stingray 50 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 That's very cool, thanks for the video too - first time I recall you posting one? I like this GMR shot too "Good Morning America" Link to post Share on other sites
idontwan2know 230 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 PauloAS here you go, (Hope you dont mind; I took the support boat out ! ) cheers Dal I love this shot! It may not be the prettiest pic of the boat around, but the symbolism of America and USA sailing together is great for any cup historian. DZ is the true heir to America in so many ways. Link to post Share on other sites
ro! 75 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 That's very cool, thanks for the video too - first time I recall you posting one? I like this GMR shot too "Good Morning America" What a great photo! Link to post Share on other sites
Stingray 50 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 That's very cool, thanks for the video too - first time I recall you posting one? I like this GMR shot too "Good Morning America" What a great photo! The title almost fits the Dal photo too. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 Sting, just bought a small waterproof HD flash drive ,camcorder to keep with me. Made the mistake of trying to use the zoom too much and not really stable enough. Got a few clips though and looks though it will be Ok at wide angle Straight out of the box, so havn't got used to it yet. That GMR is always stealing my shots ! PS. Great shot ! Love the red skies we occasionaly get in Dago. Had a really stunning Sunset once when the Star was coming back in from a sail. Never forget that; cheers Dal Link to post Share on other sites
Stingray 50 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Sting, just bought a small waterproof HD flash drive ,camcorder to keep with me. Made the mistake of trying to use the zoom too much and not really stable enough. Got a few clips though and looks though it will be Ok at wide angle Straight out of the box, so havn't got used to it yet. That GMR is always stealing my shots ! PS. Great shot ! Love the red skies we occasionaly get in Dago. Had a really stunning Sunset once when the Star was coming back in from a sail. Never forget that; cheers Dal Very nice picture, especially in HD. You found a waterproof one? Must not have been at Best Buy, I looked for one tonight and got just a normal JVC instead. But I got that 4 year warranty too, so I'll be finding out how well it likes salt spray Link to post Share on other sites
paps49 410 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Beautiful shot by GMR, so many pix only one screen!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites
Daimond 5 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Who's GMR ? Link to post Share on other sites
Stingray 50 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Who's GMR ? Gilles Martin-Raget, one of the very best in the game. Squid took a photo of him and posted it recently, just as GMR was taking a photograph. Most of these are GMR: http://bmor-photo.com Link to post Share on other sites
Daimond 5 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Who's GMR ? Gilles Martin-Raget, one of the very best in the game. Squid took a photo of him and posted it recently, just as GMR was taking a photograph. Most of these are GMR: http://bmor-photo.com Thx Link to post Share on other sites
Stingray 50 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Most of these are GMR: http://bmor-photo.com A new one there, amazing in several ways Link to post Share on other sites
paps49 410 Posted November 14, 2009 Share Posted November 14, 2009 Most of these are GMR: http://bmor-photo.com A new one there, amazing in several ways Finally a sailboat that can give the dolphins a run for their money. Link to post Share on other sites
limeydal 0 Posted November 14, 2009 Author Share Posted November 14, 2009 Our secret weapon exposed !! We employ "Tow Dolphins" Link to post Share on other sites
eric e 9 Posted November 15, 2009 Share Posted November 15, 2009 Most of these are GMR: http://bmor-photo.com A new one there, amazing in several ways so that's what brought the mast down the "dolphin striker" did! Link to post Share on other sites
tumbaugh6 0 Posted November 15, 2009 Share Posted November 15, 2009 That's very cool, thanks for the video too - first time I recall you posting one? I like this GMR shot too "Good Morning America" What a great photo! Spectacular! Link to post Share on other sites
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