Real Cold Is On Our Doorstep

With the crisp taste of ice and competition still fresh, the anticipation for the coming cold front grows. Winter is bearing down, bringing the promise of smooth, black ice and the exhilarating conditions that define our sport.

Iceboating teaches us one lesson, again and again: success favors the ready. When the ice calls, you must answer. Paul Chamberland, and Jeff Roseberry, answered that call in MN and others heeded Bill Buchholz’s rallying cry at Plymouth Pond. They seized the moment and reaped the rewards.

Their efforts paid off, with Jeff picking up a fourth in the competitive DN Western Regional Championship. His result serves as a reminder of the spirit and skill required to compete at the highest levels.

As the temperature drops and the ice forms, we are reminded: the thrill awaits those who dare to chase it.

Bob S. our Cruising Chair sums it up in two sentences.

Don’t wait until you get to ice to look for all the parts. Nice day to set up and make sure everything is there and ready to go.

Bob S.

Think Ice,

John
john@neiya.org

P.S. We will have out regular 6:30 call tonight. No I can’t promise sailing on Saturday but we always have something to talk about. Email me if you have forgotten the number.