I found out today my JCW is on the TORTUGAS....lets keep this thread going to help pass the time.

The ship is due in Georgia on October 28th..my stop. But there are 2 other stops before that. One in Canada and the other in New York.

This site seems to not work from time to time so you may have to check back.

http://schedule.2wglobal.com/AppTracking/cargoTrack.do

 

my MCS is there as well, due in NY on the 23rd. can't wait

 

When did you order it? Were you able to track it?

 

my JCW's on board and headed for the NJ VDC.

it seems the captain of the Tortugas doesnt seem to like to use the AIS in the open water...perhaps he knows we are watching him.

The ship hits Halifax on the 21st, so maybe i can spot it there.

 

Good Luck on Prompt delivery Tortugas is spanish for the Turtle!

 

What is AIS???

 

I have been tracking its port drop offs...maybe slow but they hit the mark

 

Hi
My MCC will arrive to Brunswick, GA on the 28.

Relax... it's only ten more days!

We should be able to express gratitude on Thanksgiving Day for one more thing... our MINI.

 

Also onboard the Tortugas disembarking in NYC for the NJ VDC. My MA is holding out hold that I'll take delivery of my Mini by Halloween!

One of my friends keeps reminding me of the fate that befell a certain ship that also sailed from Southampton in 1912. I tell him that if the Tortugas hits an iceberg and goes down I'll sing "My Heart Must Go On" until a replacement Mini arrives. Since that probably wouldn't be until 2009 I remind him he might want to wish the Tortugas a safe journey............

 

I know 10 days is not long...but I want my Mini now

 

Just checked the Mini site to see the progress of my build. Build is complete and awaiting transport! Does anyone know how long the wait is between ships departures?

 

This is how it is going for me..

Loaded on the 13th
Set Sail on the 15th from Southampton...
Due in Halifax NS on 10/21/08
5 days first port
Due in New York 10/24
+3 days
Due in Baltimore 10/26
+2 days
Due in Charlston SC 10/28
+2 days
Due Brunswick GA 10/29
+1 day

 

Thanks

 

ordered it sept 12th through Towne MINI in Buffalo. i tracked it the entire way

 

I feel much better knowing its on the way and I can see the progress. The miniusa.com web site does not reflect the true progress....mine still says it is awaiting shipment. Nice to see I have company

 

Automatic Identification System (AIS)

for more info check out:
http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/enav/AIS/default.htm

or

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automat...ication_System

 

I am trying to figure out of I can track the ship now...thanks.

 

How funny that the ship is named spanish for "Turtle"!
Makes ya feel like it's never gonna get here huh?

 

Yes...it has been a long month...but I think I am lucky sine it looks like I will be around 5 weeks since I placed the order. I have seen people here wait much longer than I am...or will be

 

Tortugas spotted in Halifax Port on http://ais3.siitech.net/VTSLite/AView.aspx

still scheduled to depart today, 10/22. Next stop New York Harbor and the NJ VDC!

btw... Tortugas is an appropiate name for one of these vessels. max speed is 18-19 knots which translates to 21-22mph to cross the ocean with... zoinks.

 

How Cool is that....I was able to find her....

 

my VIN isn't working for the cargo tracking on their site. i'm speculating that it is on that ship as well. fingers crossed.

 

You can confirm it by calling Mini or your dealer.....good luck.

 

Tortugas is underway out of Halifax Harbor at 9.8 kts. C'mon Captain and put the hammer down for NYC!!!