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Post by Retrovision on Dec 13, 2007 21:07:19 GMT -8
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Post by DENelson83 on Dec 13, 2007 21:23:31 GMT -8
*Whoa!* How did you get that perspective? It seems to me you needed to be in a chopper to get that shot. |
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Post by Ferryman on Dec 13, 2007 21:28:44 GMT -8
Great photos, Graham! I had a feeling that was you who I saw, as I was looking down at the Light, from the bridge. I had my suspicions when I saw someone get right down into the rocks along the shore  . I can even spot myself up on the bridge in a few of those photos. Of course with the railings on the bridge being 5 feet tall, I blend in pretty well with the railing. |
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Post by Retrovision on Dec 13, 2007 21:38:00 GMT -8
Thanks, Chris. I suspected that I might get spotted for my signature brazenness so near the bridge, though I was cautious enough with the police boat idling only a couple dozen metres away to wait until the last minute to descend from the seawall for the best angle I could get. *Whoa!* How did you get that perspective? It seems to me you needed to be in a chopper to get that shot. This perspective is thanks to that replacement of the bridge deck so many years ago now. Because the support superstructure was transfered from above to below the deck, a much better view is afforded now especially from 'lookout' platforms that jut out around the two bridge piers. |
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Post by DENelson83 on Dec 13, 2007 21:41:52 GMT -8
Great photos, Graham! I had a feeling that was you who I saw, as I was looking down at the Light, from the bridge. I had my suspicions when I saw someone get right down into the rocks along the shore . I can even spot myself up on the bridge in a few of those photos. Spot yourself? Where? I don't see you. Edit: Wait... This you?  |
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Post by Northern Exploration on Dec 13, 2007 21:45:20 GMT -8
Today was really fun. Thanks for all the pics guys and those that are still to come. Makes you almost feel like you were there.
So all of you who actually saw the CR in person. What do you think about her compared to the pics we have seen? Does she look as good, worse or better in person. Does she look bigger than the other C Classes in person? Scott you saw the CR with the other two ferries, what do you think?
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Post by Mac Write on Dec 13, 2007 21:46:37 GMT -8
Graham beautiful photos. How did you get from seawall level to arial view so quickly?
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Post by Retrovision on Dec 13, 2007 21:54:15 GMT -8
How did you get from seawall level to arial view so quickly? She was around for long enough to hike up the hill to the bridge before departing, seemingly having two targets in mind: First Vancouver Shipyards, then Brockton Point (political viewing tents) / Canada Place. |
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Post by Ferryman on Dec 13, 2007 22:00:34 GMT -8
Spot yourself? Where? I don't see you. Edit: Wait... This you? Heh, yes that's me way up there. I find it pretty interesting that Graham and I never crossed paths when we were switching positions between the Bridge and Seawall. I followed the gravel trail from the Prospect Point Lookout, down to the Seawall. Takes about 5 mins to do when you're walking fast. By the time I had walked down to the Seawall from the bridge, she was just going past Brockton Point. Just for the record, here's a view from the bridge, looking down at Graham.  |
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Post by Scott (Former Account) on Dec 13, 2007 22:11:44 GMT -8
Scott you saw the CR with the other two ferries, what do you think? The two things that first came to my mind when I saw her were that she is noticibly wider and brighter than the current C-class. While walking out closer to the Renaissance she definitely starts to appear more 'top heavy' than the other C's, and almost feels smaller in length due to the additional passenger areas above.  However, I am impressed with how nice she looks, especially when compared to the early artist rendition of the Coastal class vessels... |
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Post by Retrovision on Dec 13, 2007 22:15:12 GMT -8
Spot yourself? Where? I don't see you. Edit: Wait... This you? Heh, yes that's me way up there. I find it pretty interesting that Graham and I never crossed paths when we were switching positions between the Bridge and Seawall. I followed the gravel trail from the Prospect Point Lookout, down to the Seawall. Takes about 5 mins to do when you're walking fast. By the time I had walked down to the Seawall from the bridge, she was just going past Brockton Point. Just for the record, here's a view from the bridge, looking down at Graham. There I am, and the terrain / foreground I was working with. I'd have waved if I knew it was you up there, lol.  |
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Post by Neil on Dec 13, 2007 22:23:06 GMT -8
I was impressed. I thought it looked better actually sailing along than in pictures, and I think it will look particularly good lit up at night. Pretty impressive horn.
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Post by Kam on Dec 13, 2007 22:28:53 GMT -8
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Post by Low Light Mike on Dec 13, 2007 22:36:13 GMT -8
Thank you. Not too many people call me "pretty". ;D |
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Post by Political Incorrectness on Dec 13, 2007 22:42:13 GMT -8
Some great shots all of you, especially kam, Graham, and Chris. so many angles, which to choose. I think we may have March's flagship in the books?
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Post by queenofcowichan on Dec 13, 2007 22:50:25 GMT -8
Just a short note to say I was down at DB when the ship came in and I took pictures, I will upload them in the morning when I have more time. Anyway She was at Cape Roger Curtis at 1:50pm and at 2:50pm I heard her blow her horn as she entered the GAP. She docked as you already know in Berth 1 at 3:10. For some strange reason the Coquitlam replaced the Cowichan from 10:30 untill her 7pm trip. I will post again tomorrow She is a pleasant sight to see. |
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Post by Retrovision on Dec 13, 2007 22:52:03 GMT -8
Great pics, Kam, thanks for those. - Speaking of horns...  |
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Post by Mill Bay on Dec 13, 2007 23:30:17 GMT -8
What strikes me is how brilliantly bright her white exterior appears in most of the photos. In some cases she seems more like we're still looking at a model rather than the real ship. She is impressive in that even on a cloudy day she shines so brightly.
Great photos by all... I always get some envious at times like this of those of you who live so close to where all the action takes place.
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Post by Mac Write on Dec 13, 2007 23:38:25 GMT -8
Next time I get a wakeup call. I had the perfect arial view staked out and I blew it. GRRR
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Post by CN2972South on Dec 14, 2007 0:11:40 GMT -8
Ugly. Love the sound of that whistle though. I was worried they would have the same horns as the Spirits.
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Post by Kam on Dec 14, 2007 0:34:27 GMT -8
what stands out to me is how bright the outside lighting is at night! She lights up the entire bay! I actually worry that the resident's may complain...  |
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Post by Mirrlees on Dec 14, 2007 1:01:51 GMT -8
Wonderful pictures of the Coastal Renaissance guys..!  I'm really looking forward when we all get to ride her for the first time. |
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Post by DENelson83 on Dec 14, 2007 2:25:10 GMT -8
What? The CR looks beautiful!  Speaking of horns... Notice that she sounded the horns on both of her ends in that clip. |
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Post by Retrovision on Dec 14, 2007 3:14:51 GMT -8
Notice that she sounded the horns on both of her ends in that clip. Actually I'm almost certain that's the echo from the previous blast. |
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Post by D'Elete BC in NJ on Dec 14, 2007 4:59:06 GMT -8
I was surprised I didn't see anyone on the Lions Gate traffic cam when I was looking yesterday. Obviously Chris was there, but well camouflaged. |
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. I can even spot myself up on the bridge in a few of those photos. Of course with the railings on the bridge being 5 feet tall, I blend in pretty well with the railing. 
I'm really looking forward when we all get to ride her for the first time.
