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Old 06-19-2017, 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.
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Are you going to the Madison Regatta this year? I can't remember if they run your class or not.
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Old 06-20-2017, 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.
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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





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Nice fishing rig!
I took a packraft out on a lake on Isle Royale a few weeks ago.

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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

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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.

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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.
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Old 06-20-2017, 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.

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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.

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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.
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Old 06-20-2017, 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.
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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!!
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Old 06-20-2017, 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.
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We need more videos of your boat Erat. Pictures aren't enough.
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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.
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Cambridge is about 45 from me if you need help.
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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.
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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.
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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.


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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.
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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...
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Good Ol' Chevy small block and it's orange too. Excellent!
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