James May: Captain Slow to "Captain" powerboat?

Mineworksfine · June 12th, 2008, 2:05 PM

Well, probably not, but he is apparently taking part in the Round Britain Powerboat Race in June.

http://www.thisisplymouth.co.uk/news...l/article.html

Given that one of the other contenders is "one of the Top Gear programme's cameramen" I wonder if there will be footage as a result, and whether such footage will be part of the upcoming (or another future) series of Top Gear or an as yet unknown May project?

We can only wait and see.....

matt2000 · June 12th, 2008, 3:29 PM

This can only end well...

James crashed a small sailing boat, and he could never get the Herald going the right way, so is he sure an engine will help? Whatever I won't be going near the coast while the race is running, I might be sliced in half. images/smilies/lol.gif

James May's Hair · June 12th, 2008, 4:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mineworksfine

Given that one of the other contenders is "one of the Top Gear programme's cameramen" I wonder if there will be footage as a result, and whether such footage will be part of the upcoming (or another future) series of Top Gear or an as yet unknown May project?

Quote:

Plymouth will be the focus of the world with the BBC filming it live for its news programmes and for the new Top Gear series.

Did you read it, Mine'? images/smilies/biggrin.gif

Quote:

Originally Posted by matt2000

This can only end well...

James crashed a small sailing boat, and he could never get the Herald going the right way, so is he sure an engine will help? Whatever I won't be going near the coast while the race is running, I might be sliced in half. images/smilies/lol.gif

With Mr May's sense of direction, it's safe to assume that his Round Britain Powerboat Race will end in disappointment; somewhere off the coast of Italy.

Mineworksfine · June 12th, 2008, 4:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James May's Hair

Did you read it, Mine'?

Ah, well not exactly as there is a dirty great gap in the article and I kind of missed the bit where it says "Article continues". images/smilies/blush.gif

However I'd be surprised if that's the case as another article I found says he is sharing his boat with Nick Knowles of "DIY SOS" fame.

http://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/Art...6113?UserKey=0

Unless of course they plan on changing the name of the programme to "Changing Gear"....... images/smilies/lol.gif

Greatgraddage · June 12th, 2008, 4:42 PM

I think there was a thread about this a while ago. Noone was sure if he's doing it for himself or tv.

Labcoatguy · June 12th, 2008, 6:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mineworksfine

Unless of course they plan on changing the name of the programme to "Changing Gear"....... images/smilies/lol.gif

The next Sport Relief special, perhaps?

P8P · June 12th, 2008, 6:15 PM

Someone asked about this during the Q&A session after his talk at the Hay on Wye festival last week. Apparently, it clashes with his 'Oz and James' commitments so he is no longer taking part in the race.

Mineworksfine · June 12th, 2008, 7:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P8P

Someone asked about this during the Q&A session after his talk at the Hay on Wye festival last week. Apparently, it clashes with his 'Oz and James' commitments so he is no longer taking part in the race.

Surely given that the race is supposed to take ten days surely the clash would be with his commitments to the new series of Top Gear, unless they are going to take a week's break in the schedules to accomodate some sporting event as usually seems to happen in the middle of a series?

matt2000 · June 12th, 2008, 7:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P8P

Someone asked about this during the Q&A session after his talk at the Hay on Wye festival last week. Apparently, it clashes with his 'Oz and James' commitments so he is no longer taking part in the race.

http://www.terminally-incoherent.com/img/facepalm.jpeg

aaurora · June 12th, 2008, 9:02 PM

I don't know why, Matt, but that made me laugh.

matt2000 · June 12th, 2008, 9:15 PM

Never underestimate the power of the facepalm. images/smilies/lol.gif

efoolution · June 13th, 2008, 4:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James May's Hair

With Mr May's sense of direction, it's safe to assume that his Round Britain Powerboat Race will end in disappointment; somewhere off the coast of Italy.

Think about it ... I´d consider that an epic win ...

Labcoatguy · June 13th, 2008, 4:39 PM

When I first read the title of the thread I thought Captain Slow was to "motorboat". Completely different line of thinking there.

aaurora · June 20th, 2008, 10:53 AM

Aaaannnddd....he's doing it again now.

TV stars Nick Knowles and James May are to compete in tomorrow's Round Britain Powerboat Race.

They will be among 47 teams setting off from Gunwharf Quays and speeding along the seafront in Southsea.

http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/TV-...for.4206090.jp

upyourego · June 20th, 2008, 5:13 PM

Yeah we spoke to another of the competitors in the race and apparently James is just entering as part of a 'celebrity' boat and that it has nothing to do with Top Gear - although I wouldn't be surprised if it gets a mention in the series.

Alasondro Alegré · June 24th, 2008, 10:46 AM

They Failed,

http://www.thisisplymouth.co.uk/news...l/article.html

Mineworksfine · June 24th, 2008, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alasondro Alegré

They Failed,

http://www.thisisplymouth.co.uk/news...l/article.html

Yet another case of ambitious but rubbish methinks. Shame for the Captain.

Viper007Bond · June 24th, 2008, 11:14 AM

Why do these paragraphs not surprise me?

Quote:

Late last week race organisers announced a last-minute re-routing of the race, heeding warnings by The Marine Conservation Society about possible collisions with basking sharks.

The society also said it was concerned other marine wildlife including seabirds, seals, whales and dolphins could be hit along the route by the high-speed boats, or disturbed by their noise.

It is not known whether any of the retired vessels collided with the sea life.

Momo63 · June 25th, 2008, 11:47 PM

http://garmin.blogs.com/uk/2008/06/team-garmin-bat.html
Monday 23rd June

Weather conditions: Fair
Wind: Force 3/4

After initial technical difficulties Team Garmin were pleased to get back in the waters of Milford Haven and were making steady progress towards Bangor cruising at 45-50 knots as they were cautious of encoring further engine problems.

Unfortunately the team were unaware that the connection between the fuel line and fuel filter had become loose and was leaking fuel. Due to the heat from the engine the fuel caught alight. This was swiftly dealt with by the automatic fire extinguishers onboard and thankfully no one was injured although the once pristine beast of a boat suffered some slight charring! The team sensibly headed for Cardigan Bay where they fixed the problem.

There were two hours before sun set and the team were debating whether to head for Bangor as they could possibly still complete the leg; a decision was made not to attempt the remainder of the leg in the rapidly fading light and to travel to Inverness via road to take on the Inverness to Edinburgh leg fully fit and prepared.

So - they are still going....though presumably James was back in Dunsfold today for recording......

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P8P Joined: Jun 9th, 2008 Last Online: March 6th, 2009 Posts: 15 Rep Power: 0	Someone asked about this during the Q&A session after his talk at the Hay on Wye festival last week. Apparently, it clashes with his 'Oz and James' commitments so he is no longer taking part in the race.

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Labcoatguy Joined: Mar 27th, 2005 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Boston, MA Age: 26 Posts: 4,222 Car: A Jaaaaaaaag. Rep Power: 210	When I first read the title of the thread I thought Captain Slow was to "motorboat". Completely different line of thinking there.

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aaurora Not A Dude Joined: Feb 23rd, 2008 Last Online: October 29th, 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia Age: 29 Posts: 606 Car: ...Mazda... Rep Power: 24	Aaaannnddd....he's doing it again now. TV stars Nick Knowles and James May are to compete in tomorrow's Round Britain Powerboat Race. They will be among 47 teams setting off from Gunwharf Quays and speeding along the seafront in Southsea. http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/TV-...for.4206090.jp __________________ I object to the beige

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upyourego VIP Joined: Nov 12th, 2006 Last Online: November 5th, 2009 Location: Jersey, Channel Islands, UK Age: 28 Posts: 1,139 Car: Never learnt to drive Rep Power: 41	Yeah we spoke to another of the competitors in the race and apparently James is just entering as part of a 'celebrity' boat and that it has nothing to do with Top Gear - although I wouldn't be surprised if it gets a mention in the series. __________________ --------- Ryan Morrison howtobeageek.net

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Momo63 Not A Dude Joined: Sep 22nd, 2007 Last Online: November 5th, 2009 Location: London Posts: 412 Car: I am Mondeo Woman! sighs Rep Power: 13	http://garmin.blogs.com/uk/2008/06/team-garmin-bat.html Monday 23rd June Weather conditions: Fair Wind: Force 3/4 After initial technical difficulties Team Garmin were pleased to get back in the waters of Milford Haven and were making steady progress towards Bangor cruising at 45-50 knots as they were cautious of encoring further engine problems. Unfortunately the team were unaware that the connection between the fuel line and fuel filter had become loose and was leaking fuel. Due to the heat from the engine the fuel caught alight. This was swiftly dealt with by the automatic fire extinguishers onboard and thankfully no one was injured although the once pristine beast of a boat suffered some slight charring! The team sensibly headed for Cardigan Bay where they fixed the problem. There were two hours before sun set and the team were debating whether to head for Bangor as they could possibly still complete the leg; a decision was made not to attempt the remainder of the leg in the rapidly fading light and to travel to Inverness via road to take on the Inverness to Edinburgh leg fully fit and prepared. So - they are still going....though presumably James was back in Dunsfold today for recording......

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