2018 North Americans Update #5: DN DAWN PATROL TUESDAY | DN North America
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ICE-OPTI RE-DEFINED!
Ice Opti Re-Defined
Posted on January 2, 2018 by billbuchholz
John Mandryk, as his name suggests, has long held a fascination for Dutch Ice yachts. Their heavy timbers, bow sprits and tops’ls are lovely, and the absolute antithesis of the modern ice boat. They persist in Holland, however, and each year a few more are built in spite of the trend toward warmer winters.
John, who sails on Deep Creek, Maryland, high in the norther Appalachians put his yacht together over the past couple of years.
In spite of the snow and light wind he reports that it sails ok, but looks forward to better conditions for more complete sea trials.
Speaking of Maryland, good ice is now reported as far south as Atlantic City, and it might just keep on southbound if this weather continues. Great South Bay on Long Island is frozen shore to shore, and there has been some sailing on the Navesink at Red Bank but the snow that’s supposed to whallop us here in New England Thursday is hitting there, as well. Could we be holding the NA’s in Annapolis again?
Posted in 2018 Season | Ice Opti Re-Defined
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James “T” Thieler
12 Channing St.
Newport, RI 02840
401 258 6230
t_thieler
On LI
Miller and Kaiser and Co. Found some ice out on LI…. salty…. I’m guessing North Fork…. send a report in boys!!! And who does #3747 belong to?
Volvo Ocean Race Leg Start Tonight
Hello All- Whether you were sailing the last few days or not, no matter how devoted you are to getting on the ice at every conceivable opportunity, you most likely aren’t sailing tonight. So take a break and warm up and watch the Volvo Ocean Race leg start from Melbourne to Hong Kong.
The weather, wind direction, current, and geography of Port Philip Bay where the start is should make for an interesting departure to say the least!
The starting gun is at 10:00PM EST, coverage should start around 9:30PM or so.
See if they all get off the line and out of the harbor, have a discussion with friends about how we obviously could have done it much better, rest up and back on the ice ASAP!
Happy Viewing! Click below for details. Think ICE!
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LRIBYC 1st 2018 CLUB MEETING
This just in from the gang on LI- If it’s too cold and/or windy to sail hit this meeting- sounds like it’ll be an interesting one! Looking forward to finding out who the secret mystery guest speaker will be….
TO ALL:
LESS THAN 48 HOURS TO OUR FIRST CLUB MEETING.
Some of us have already sailed this season.
Tuesday Jan. 2, 2018 @ Weeks Yacht Yard @ 7:00 PM.
Free refreshments!
See attachment for directions.
We have special guest speakers that will share their
DN World Regatta experience. Don’t miss out on their
tips and suggestions. The DN Nationals are scheduled
to be held in the North East this year and it is an event
for everyone, not just racers.
Temps look good for the 2018 LONG ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS.
BIG REGATTAS
Jan-6 NEIYA Doc Fellows DN Regatta Steve Madden (Dates May Vary)
Jan 13-14 IDNIYRA Eastern Lakes Championship Chad Atkins (Dates May Vary)
Jan 21-27 IDNIYRA North American Championship IDNIYRA & Chad Atkins (Come Hell Or High Water)
Feb 10-11 NEIYA New England DN Championship Steve Madden (Dates May Vary)
Feb 24-Mar 3 IDNIYRA Gold Cup and European Championships
Estonia (Where the hell is Estonia? But dates locked in)
Here’s your chance to PAY YOUR DUES! Get ahead by
supporting your club with your $15 2018 membership.
It’s due by Jan. 2, 2018. Don’t miss out on any
“ICE ALERT!” ice reports for the upcoming season.
If you are a NEW member, please fill out BOTH SIDES
of the included NEW membership form.
Bring the family(wife,kids,mom, dad, dog)…
Bring a friend(girl,boy,dog)…
Bring an alien.
Show your neighbors how NUTS you are…
John Ziermann DN-5426/Gambit/LS-45
DN North American Champs Discounted Registration Deadline!
Hello All- Just a heads-up that you have until midnight tonight to register early for the DN NA Champs and save $40 bucks! I know this will appeal appeal to all of us frugal New Englanders so before you head out for your New Years Eve parties take a few minutes and get signed up for this regatta. Easy to do online (even I did it without assistance!) and you’ll be glad you did!
The New England Region is hosting this year so we need a strong local turnout- so drag that DN out of the garage and plan on going!
Also give me a shout at 401 258 6230 if you are interested in volunteering to help run the regatta. Can always use more helping hands so let me know.
Details below. Think ICE!!
REGISTRATION, DEADLINE AND FEE
- Each skipper shall register on: na.idniyra.org or by mailing a completed entry form available on na.idniyra.org, with the appropriate entry fee to: see entry form for registration by regular mail.
- Entry Fee shall be paid in U.S. Dollars.
- The entry fee is $80.00 (USD) if paid by December 31, 2017. The entry fee for a junior skipper (under 25 years of age) is $50.00.
- The entry fee is $120 (USD) if paid on or after January 1, 2018. The entry fee for a junior skipper (under 25 years of age) is $75.00.
- No entry fee will be accepted after the close of registration (refer to schedule of events) When regatta location moves, prior to the first race, registration may be reopened.
- Novice Entries
- Novice DN skippers may enter the Regatta with the payment of two years association dues. No other event registration payments shall apply.
- A sailor shall be classified as a Novice if: that person has never belonged to the IDNIYRA, or their membership has lapsed for 5 or more years. A Novice must comply with all other entry requirements.
- http://na.idniyra.org/2018na/
James “T” Thieler
12 Channing St.
Newport, RI 02840
401 258 6230
t_thieler
Santa On The Way!
Spotted somewhere on the other side of the dateline…. Hope everyone gets what they asked for!
Happy Holidays everyone! Think ICE!
TWO EVENTS TOMORROW!
Hey Folks- Big day tomorrow as we have two events to choose from-
THE FIRST: If you’re on the mainland hit this!
The annual NEIYA Tune Up Clinic at Steve Lamb’s shop.
Date: Saturday December 9th
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Arthur C. Lamb Company 85 Jackson St, Canton, MA 02021
Refreshments: Served continuously throughout the day
We have a full day of activities. Well worth the drive. And you might even learn something…
Clinics start right off at 10:30 AM
10:30 – Bob Haag – wielding his trusty dial indicator, learn his proven method for chock alignment. Misaligned chocks are slow!
11:15 – Chad Atkins– Sail Trim – Chad will demonstrate what he has learned developing sails for North and the DN Class. We will have a fully rigged boat and a sail hung horizontally so you can really see shape.
12 Noon – Lunch Rumors of Venison stew, the Lamb’s famous chili and hot dogs
12:30 – James “T” Thieler– What better guy to discuss “plank stiffness” then our own “T” ? He will discuss and demonstrate what your plank should look like and the benefits.
1:15 – TBD Runner profile benefits. Steve will tackle questions we have all had. 18” of flat? More? Less? Why?
2:00 – Eben Whitcomb – Safety and Race Rules- really something we can’t talkabout enough, and a good refresher for everyone.
All Ice boaters are Welcome to this Clinic Racers, Cruisers, Voyeurs and Vagabond.
OLD ICEBOAT IN THE BARN? BRING IT. WE’LL TAKE A LOOK AND HELP GET YOU ON THE ICE THIS SEASON.
In addition we welcome any newcomers trying to get into ice boating and onto the ice this season.
THE SECOND: If you’re out on LI Don’t miss this! There is a rumor that Steve Duhamel will be making an appearance….
LAKE RONKONKOMA ICE BOAT YACHT CLUB SWAP MEET
Early Season Cobwebs
Not mentioning any names but word has it that someone did a lap or two out in MN with this setup- look closely, you’ll see the issue…. All good, I’m sure nobody out there gave him a hard time!
GWC Update
Sounds like they have PERFECT Ice and just enough breeze to sail at the GWC out in MN.
They don’t keep score at this one but it sounds like they got a lot of races in- looking forward to hearing how everyone did!
Have a look at these two photos- one is sunrise this morning and the other is Chris Gordon’s entire lunch and complete tool kit. Frankly, the lack of duct tape is baffling.
Have fun out there kids! Send updates….
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Great Western Challenge- What We Are Missing!
Thought I’d torture myself and everyone else who is stuck out East this weekend with this photo from the Western Challenge, courtesy of Ron Sherry. Ice looks pretty darn good- I’m sure Atkins and Gordon won’t regret the drive….
Looks awesome! Have a blast, gang. Think of us!
Great Western Challenge, NEIYA On The Way
Hello All-
The NEIYA has an elite, eclectic duo headed to the Great Western Challenge at this very moment.
Two islanders as it happens. First is Chris Gordon (the man from Nantucket) and Chad Atkins (the man from Conanicut Island, or the Planet Zork, depending on who you ask).
They are approaching Chicago, burning up the highway and no doubt having lively discussions on the economy, philosophy, politics, and the books they’ve read recently.
We wish them well out there- sail fast, travel safe and send updates boys!
There is also a contingent from Deep Creek MD on the way, all the best to them as well.
Enjoy the trip and have a hotel breakfast room waffle for all of us stuck back here at work!
Think Ice!
Great Western Challenge Lodging
Hey Folks- If you are headed to the Western Challenge the regatta headquarters and rooms will be here- Book now!
Days Inn Baxter, MN. Iceboater special for king or 2queens @ $92/ nite. 218-829-3080
Great Western Challenge IS ON!!
December 1-3. Load up folks! If you have an empty seat or need a ride email me, t_thieler@yahoo.com and will try to get everyone matched up. Think ICE! Info here: http://iceboating.net/
James “T” Thieler
12 Channing St.
Newport, RI. 02840
401-258-6230
t_thieler@yahoo.com
Great Western Challenge and Local Ice!
Hey Folks! These pics just in from Lake Christina in MN, primary site for Western Challenge, coming up December 1-3! Thanks to Mike Bloom and the gang out there. See y’all soon!
For latest local Ice check the CIBC site- sounds like they are ripping it up just to the North! https://iceboat.me/
Happy Thanksgiving and here’s to sailing soon….
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Ice Up North!
From the CIBC site- It’s on!!
https://iceboat.me/2017/11/20/lac-joli-four-inches-of-grade-9/
This Will Get You Thinking!
Denis Guertin put this video together- Very well done and should be sent along to any prospective iceboaters you know.
Thanks Denis!
Whizz Iceboating Lake Damariscotta Jan 2017
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ICE in MN
Lake Christina was sailed yesterday by about a dozen DNs…. Where is Lake Christina you ask? Just a bit west of here….. check the sign….
This bodes well for the upcoming Western Challenge, possibly on that very lake on December 1,2,3. Get those boats tuned up and get ready for the road trip!
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James “T” Thieler
Ice in Thunder Bay & Coming to You Soon!
Thanks to iceboat.org for the picture and the good news.
We can all be envious of Mike Madge, this crazy DN-er who sailed Thunder Bay, Ontario today. As far as we know he is the first person sailing in North America. Well done Mike! Glad you got to be first on the dance floor. See article and pics on http://www.iceboat.org
This bodes well for the upcoming Great Western Challenge, the season opener for the rest of us. To be held on the best ice in Minnesota, first weekend in December, which this year is December 1-3, Friday to Sunday. There will be a ton of DNs there, maybe other classes as well.
IF you are planning on going or want to go and need a ride, please email me at t_thieler@yahoo.com Let me know what kind of car you have, how many empty seats you have, where you are leaving from and when, and whether or not you have a trailer. Hopefully we can match cars and drivers with copilots and navigators. Whatever it takes to show up with a big eastern contingent! The site to watch for official info on this one is http://iceboating.net/ although http://www.iceboat.org will have info and this site should as well.
And the weekend after that the Tune Up Clinic will be held at Steve Lamb’s shop. Rick Bishop is putting together a good itinerary for this event and no matter what class of boat you sail you will learn something that will make you better and faster! December 9 is the day, tune in to this site for details.
Cold snap is on the way, time to THINK ICE!!
James “T” Thieler
t_thieler@yahoo.com
NEIYA Meeting Recap And Photos
Hello All!
The NEIYA Annual Meeting and Swap Meet was a great time as usual! Great to see everyone and of course all the gear on display. Everything from the slick to the agricultural to the bizarre and whatever else can blow across a frozen lake! Fascinating to see all the craft that have evolved over the years….
And of course the crowd was unique as ever! Always good to see the usual suspects and we got to welcome a few new faces as well.
Have to mention the food was outstanding and I don’t think there was a dull story told at any table.
Eben Whitcomb gave a talk about our trip to Lake Baikal last spring which I’m sure has a few people thinking…. If anyone is interested in getting on board for that one this spring email me or Eben and we can tell you how to go about it- Easier and cheaper than you think!
Chad Atkins talked about the upcoming North American DN champs to be hosted in NE (If anyone wants to volunteer email me or Chad) and Bill Bucholz told us all what is happening on Planet Maine. And Rick Bishop has what promises to be a great tune-up clinic getting organized in early December at Steve Lamb’s shop. Stay tuned for details on that one.
Then it was on to the real highlight. Leo Healy was honored as a founding member of the club and all around legendary iceboater. He has sailed more regattas and more miles than most of us will ever dream of, including six Winnie The Hard Way trips and a trip to Russia to sail in the DN Worlds. This is back when going to Russia was not a simple matter. The story involves shipping a loaded Wagoneer to Finland, swapping boats, eating reindeer, and a mysterious local commenting on the MA license plates in perfect English in downtown St. Petersburg.
Greg Cornelius got up and gave us a fascinating overview of all of Leo’s accomplishments and achievements and had the whole room in stitches which proved that even Greg can tell a good story if he has good material to work with!
In honor of his achievements and service to the club Leo was then (with great fanfare as John Stanton tore up his check for annual dues) given free membership in perpetuity.
Leo then share a bit of wisdom with the group, almost reads as a poem:
“In heavy air, know your rules
In light air, know your boat
There is always thin ice somewhere
Never sail alone
Think ICE!”
And of course a few people stood up and told a few of their own stories about the man. Congrats Leo and can’t wait to see you on the ice in a month or two!
All in all a great time. Thanks to John Stanton, Henry Capotosto, Bob Haag and everyone else who put it all together. Much appreciated guys! And thanks to all who participated.
See y’all at the Tune-Up Clinic and on the ice! James “T” Thieler DN US 5224 t_thieler@yahoo.com
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Swap Meets All Around- SOON!
Hey Folks- there’s a few iceboat swap meets going on over the next few weeks- NEIYA is smack in the middle of all of them on October 28 but if you are west or even south of New England there’s a meet for you! Hope to see everyone at at least one….
Think ICE.
If you are looking to kick the tires on an iceboat, acquire some new components, or learn about the sport of ice sailing, make plans to attend one of the upcoming iceboat swap meets across the country. Expand your ice sailing network, spend a few hours getting to know more about sailing iceboats in your area.
MICHIGAN: Western Michigan Iceboat Swap Meet, November 3-4, 2017 at the Muskegon Yacht Club, 3198 Edgewater St, Muskegon, MI. More information.
MINNESOTA: Ice Boat Swap Meet on November 4, 2017, from 10 AM – 12 PM at Sailcrafters 7450 Oxford St., Saint Louis Park, Minnesota 55426. More information.
NEW ENGLAND: New England Ice Yachting Association Swap Meet, October 28 9 AM, Knights of Columbus Hall, 17 Willow St, Westborough, MA. More information.
NEW YORK: Lake Ronkonkoma Ice Boat Yacht Club, December 9th, from 1 PM – 4 PM at Weeks Yacht Yard, 10 Riverview Ct, Patchogue, NY. More information.
WISCONSIN: Skeeter Iceboat Club Swap Meet on November 5, 2017 from 9 AM – 12 PM at Lucke’s Cantina
220 N. Elkhorn Rd. (WI Hwy 67), Williams Bay, WI. More information.
Congrats To Henry Bossett!
Longtime DN Campaigner Henry Bossett has hung up his scissors after 42 years in the biz. Well done sir!
Check out this summary of his sailing and sailmaking career here- Worth the read!
https://northsails.com/sailing/en/loft-news/henry-bossett-retires-after-42-years-of-sailmaking
Happy 50th Birthday to Iceboating In Poland!
Hello All- It’s not news to anyone that the Polish sailors do VERY well on the DN circuit- they have certainly set the standard over the last few decades-
Take a look at how it all got started here- click and learn!
And congrats to all the Polish team that have done so well for so long!
http://na.idniyra.org/2017/10/09/poland-celebrates-50-years-of-dn-sailing/
Regatta Locations….
Now THIS is cool- It’s hard to know where regattas WILL be but now it’s easy to see where they were thanks to this nifty map of regatta sites and dates from the past.
Check it out, take a stroll down memory lane. And see if the DN NA’s were really held on Bantam Lake???
Click and enjoy….
http://na.idniyra.org/2017/10/03/idniyra-continental-regatta-history/
New England Ice Yacht Association 