John Wright Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 2 hours ago, monasqueen said: Try this - https://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-news/manxman-not-expected-to-be-perfect/ They've already had since August. How much longer do they need? Trying to keep going until after the guarantee period expires? They've had her since early June. She arrived in Douglas Harbour on 1st July after sailing half way round the world 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolley Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 Problems with the boat have been low level niggles as far as I can tell. No drinking water, 5 minute drift while they sorted a tech problem etc. The major stuff, that the keyboard warriors also blame on Manxman, is to do with the ports at either end having tidal restrictions, and the temporary windage restrictions. Not seen anything calamitous, I don't think. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizo Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 (edited) No drinking water. And now leaving perishable’s and medical supplies in Heysham instead of loading. just teething problems apparently. I thought they’ve been sailing these seas for 150 years or more this is what happens when you nationalise or have govt run enterprises. Shambles Edited November 30, 2023 by Gizo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Wright Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 25 minutes ago, woolley said: Problems with the boat have been low level niggles as far as I can tell. No drinking water, 5 minute drift while they sorted a tech problem etc. The major stuff, that the keyboard warriors also blame on Manxman, is to do with the ports at either end having tidal restrictions, and the temporary windage restrictions. Not seen anything calamitous, I don't think. Yes. They’re low level, but they never seem to end, there are always new and different ones. And SPCo have had her for 6 months, now. SPCo have never debunked the myth about excessive fuel consumption, and there do seem to be ongoing issues with turning in Heysham and loading/unloading times. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyDave Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 7 minutes ago, Gizo said: No drinking water. And now leaving perishable’s and medical supplies in Heysham instead of loading. just teething problems apparently. I thought they’ve been sailing these seas for 150 years or more this is what happens when you nationalise or have govt run enterprises. Shambles No drinking water is hardly a problem is it? Who does it actually inconvenience? A few old dears who want a cup of coffee but have to have something else during their mammoth few hours on board? People really need to get a grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTF Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 18 minutes ago, CrazyDave said: No drinking water is hardly a problem is it? Who does it actually inconvenience? A few old dears who want a cup of coffee but have to have something else during their mammoth few hours on board? People really need to get a grip. water it is a basic , if you can't sort the basics what chance does the rest have, it's a shit show as per usual. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizo Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 31 minutes ago, CrazyDave said: No drinking water is hardly a problem is it? Who does it actually inconvenience? A few old dears who want a cup of coffee but have to have something else during their mammoth few hours on board? People really need to get a grip. Wtf you on about. Water is essential youd be the first to complain if you couldn’t access water. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numbnuts Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 59 minutes ago, CrazyDave said: No drinking water is hardly a problem is it? Who does it actually inconvenience? A few old dears who want a cup of coffee but have to have something else during their mammoth few hours on board? People really need to get a grip. Actually your very wrong as water is very much a necessity . When you board you expect a level of items to be available . Food in various forms and drinks the same. Who does it inconvenience ? Likely anyone who wants a drink. Remember the journey doesn’t necessary start a short way from the docks. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amadeus Posted November 30, 2023 Author Share Posted November 30, 2023 1 minute ago, Numbnuts said: Actually your very wrong as water is very much a necessity . When you board you expect a level of items to be available . Food in various forms and drinks the same. Who does it inconvenience ? Likely anyone who wants a drink. Remember the journey doesn’t necessary start a short way from the docks. Staying hydrated is pretty important while on sea. If their drinking water doesn’t work why don’t they just provide free bottled water? Will hardly break the bank and look better. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omobono Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 6 minutes ago, Numbnuts said: Actually your very wrong as water is very much a necessity . When you board you expect a level of items to be available . Food in various forms and drinks the same. Who does it inconvenience ? Likely anyone who wants a drink. Remember the journey doesn’t necessary start a short way from the docks. and what about the poor buggers who have to live aboard , do they have fresh water or even hot water to wash or shower , seems a strange thing to be happening on board any ship , its a basic requirement ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monasqueen Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 1 minute ago, Omobono said: and what about the poor buggers who have to live aboard , do they have fresh water or even hot water to wash or shower , seems a strange thing to be happening on board any ship , its a basic requirement ! As I heard it, certainly on day one of the problem, the crew had been told they could not use their showers. Low level, not a basic requirement, eh? And they need their caffeine fix too - would you like to go to work without one? And, potentially, survive without one for a full week? 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarndyce Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 …and another thing…(etc) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P.K. Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 Has SPCo said when the water issue is likely to be fixed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolley Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 2 hours ago, WTF said: water it is a basic , if you can't sort the basics what chance does the rest have, it's a shit show as per usual. 2 hours ago, Gizo said: Wtf you on about. Water is essential youd be the first to complain if you couldn’t access water. 1 hour ago, Amadeus said: Staying hydrated is pretty important while on sea. If their drinking water doesn’t work why don’t they just provide free bottled water? Will hardly break the bank and look better. It's a trifling matter. So you have to buy bottled water temporarily. You had to buy it for the whole 25 year lifespan of the Ben, because that's all there was. What's the big deal? Moaning for moaning's sake. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Wright Posted November 30, 2023 Share Posted November 30, 2023 12 minutes ago, woolley said: It's a trifling matter. So you have to buy bottled water temporarily. You had to buy it for the whole 25 year lifespan of the Ben, because that's all there was. What's the big deal? Moaning for moaning's sake. You’ve missed the point. Cabins may have kettles that can be filled from bottles. The coffee barrista machines and hot water geysers for crew catering and passenger catering are all plumbed in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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