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Old Jun 19, 2017 | 08:50 PM
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This thread can't just be about me and my boat.
I know you enjoy the pictures so i'll keep posting them.




I did not do as well as i should have. But i ended up leaving the event in better shape than some people, which i'm thankful for.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 03:24 AM
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Are you going to the Madison Regatta this year? I can't remember if they run your class or not.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 05:15 AM
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I will be there as a spectator. They do not run my class. They are running the 7l class this year there. I have some friends who will be there for that.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 08:02 AM
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just so its not just about you and your boat, heres a few of mine from a couple different trips ive done recently





Old Jun 20, 2017 | 08:26 AM
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Nice fishing rig!
I took a packraft out on a lake on Isle Royale a few weeks ago.

Old Jun 20, 2017 | 08:56 AM
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VP has a trick 360° camera on his boat.

Not my boat but I make parts for it, sorta a communal effort.

click to play



click to play

Old Jun 20, 2017 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Erat
This thread can't just be about me and my boat.
Why not? While I have started building one, it's a very slow process, and there isn't much to show yet.

Originally Posted by Erat
I know you enjoy the pictures so i'll keep posting them.
Yes, we do. I'd love to take that thing for a spin.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by TurboTim
VP has a trick 360° camera on his boat.

Not my boat but I make parts for it, sorta a communal effort.

[FBV]10211859933390342[FBV]

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He's 2.5 mod or stock, I can't remember? I can also run with the A class (2.5 mod) boats. Was he not at NJ this weekend? That black boat that was running next to him in the second video is fast, lotta money in it.

Originally Posted by rleete

Yes, we do. I'd love to take that thing for a spin.
You can take the driver's class. 10 laps. It's $400 though, which is pretty steep for just a joy ride.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 10:26 AM
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it's the stock 2.5l pinto motor class. Since we are in NJ I assume he's at the local races. He does have a race this weekend that he needed a gauge mount made for, I thought he said it was in Canada though.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 10:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Monk
Nice fishing rig!
I took a packraft out on a lake on Isle Royale a few weeks ago.

[ img]https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.miataturbo.net-vbulletin/960x567/80-18740706_10155381054723599_6394767580520601233_n_6 cb245ee2ac5de3f91e33300c93b290c2e9b6e54.jpg[/img]
thank you, its a pretty awesome kayak. only downside is that its not light haha.


Originally Posted by TurboTim
VP has a trick 360° camera on his boat.

Not my boat but I make parts for it, sorta a communal effort.

click to play



click to play

thats pretty sweet!!
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by TurboTim
it's the stock 2.5l pinto motor class. Since we are in NJ I assume he's at the local races. He does have a race this weekend that he needed a gauge mount made for, I thought he said it was in Canada though.
Ahh. Yeah greenwood lake was just this last weekend. If he was there I missed him.
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 12:41 PM
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We need more videos of your boat Erat. Pictures aren't enough.
Old Jul 28, 2017 | 07:04 PM
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Video.


I'm signed up for Cambridge, MD to race on the Chopank River August 19th - 20th.
Then it's off to National finals in Evansville In, on the Ohio river. That's September 2nd - 3rd.
Old Jul 28, 2017 | 10:19 PM
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Cambridge is about 45 from me if you need help.
Old Jul 28, 2017 | 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by B6Tfastiva
Cambridge is about 45 from me if you need help.
Absolutely. We are a crew of two, so an extra set of hands is appreciated.
Old Aug 19, 2017 | 10:54 AM
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**** im slacking thought this was next weekend. I'm free this afternoon/tomorrow. I'll PM you my number in case you happen to check in here.
Old Aug 26, 2017 | 01:08 PM
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Here is my watertoy.

Hobie 17 Sport, no engine, no HP, no noise. top speed about 15mph. but at this speed it feels like 100.
Super fun on a windy day.


Old Aug 26, 2017 | 02:07 PM
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Always wanted to try sailing. My buddy just finished a solo sailing from Washington to Alaska on a 17ft tri hull. 15 days.
Old Aug 27, 2017 | 01:26 AM
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Originally Posted by ryansmoneypit
Always wanted to try sailing. My buddy just finished a solo sailing from Washington to Alaska on a 17ft tri hull. 15 days.
That is nuts for a 17ft boat, and SOLO!

longest sail i did was sail from Port Canaveral, FL to St Augustine FL. took 36 hours. me and a buddy. i was exhausted afterwards due to lack of sleep, as one has to stand watch, and you cant really sleep well more than 2-3 hours at a time.
I cant imagine 15 days with broken up sleep and possibly bad weather.

and this is 2 people on a comfy 32ft sailboat that can sleep 6, with autopilot, kitchen, fridge, couches, bed, etc...
Old Aug 27, 2017 | 12:13 PM
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