just a reminder to call me when you arrive at carlyle, as i would like to assist with rigging and launching----we will have a cooler 618)-588-3889 thanks steve
I arrived already.......... LOL
Weather looks to be good, showers maybe Wednesday. Nothing notable after that.
High water ramp is in use currently, and almost everyone is going to be located on B dock.
The water temp is around 73 degrees.
Looking forward to seeing everyone.
Mac
thanks for the report brother, we will probably be there wednesday evening after we hear from one of the mikes
I know you guys probably won't believe this but up until 2 weeks ago I was planning a sneak attendance at the CLR 2013. I had the plans roughly in place but was determined to attend, albeit in temporary incognito. But then I was reminded that I had promised my niece to pick her and her 2 little daughers up at the airport on July 13th. Curses...foiled again. I then began to concoct a plan to ditch the airport gig onto someone else. Problem here: I made a promise and while not pretending to be perfect or even near it, I don't want to break a promise even to attend such a prestigious event as CLR 2013. So, alas, I will not be there. Damn...it sure looks like it's gonna be the event of the year. Seems like something conspires every year to keep me from being there. Have a great time...I raise my glass of Newfy's Screetch to ya, mates!
Bob23
Bob23,
It would have been awesome to have you at CLR 2013, but remember there will be a 2014!!
Was out today, perfect! the water is a little clearer due to it being up higher, and the water temp perfect for swimming once you get over the initial shock! (read in my "A little together time" post for the full story.... it was pretty funny today)
we should be around Wednesday evening Steve, See you then otherwise Thursday for sure!
Mac
If I come over early Friday AM, where would be a good spot to launch from?
Dam west.
It is right next to the Marina. We literally backbone each other.
Couple bucks to launch and leaving the tow vehicle there shouldn't be a problem at all.
When you drive into the area, there is a small podium to the left as you enter the parking lot.
Mac
It looks like Wrinkles will be heading down sometime early a.m. on Wednesday. It is about a 7 hour tow, so we'll take our time and plan on being in Carlyle around 4pm.
We have spent the last few days warming up for the CLR activities.
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Yup, ready to go.
Mike and B
re: Dam West - The google maps photo I just looked at did not show any docks at the ramp (I know that St Louis has not put in their docks at Creve Coeur lake yet) and wanted to check to see what the situation is there. I do not have a motor for the CP16 yet (thinking about buying an electric one this week if the wife lets me) so I might end up sailing on and off the dock.
There is a high water ramp, and on it is a black steel ramp that they move in and out with the water
You could sail on and off of that. I have seen the smaller boats do that before...... but it is kinda tight..... If the wind was in the right direction..... well. ..... If someone knew what they are doing, it probably works out.
I cant say for sure...... I have never been without motor....
Mac
Ahoy all. I hope to make it up to Carlyle on Thursday.
Steve, I will give you a call when I get on the road.
Wroundey, I don't know if your plan is to procure your motor as required equipment for the trip or not. I have a Minn Kota 36# thrust I used on my CP-16 for a few years. I will bring it along with me as a backup motor. You can make use of it if you can come up with a battery.
Rich
How'd ya fit all those pink and blue tables on Wrinkles? Quite a hefty mast step behind the drinks. Have a great time at CLR...and I was so looking forward to our race. Someday.
Bob23
Rich,
I have a battery and would love to borrow/try out your minkota for the day. I most likely can only spring for getting over there on Friday. That would give a chance to try out the motor and then work on convincing my wife that I need to buy one of my own.
Thanks
we will probably all hit the water sometime after breakfast and sail for a while and raft up for some swimming then head back in for the dinner at the winery. sure hope you can make the dinner and meet some great people and a few pretty good sailors. my cell phone # is 317)-292-0258. call when me friday morning at i will be there to help you rig and launch. the ramps are pretty easy with a good dock in between. i have launched my 16 there many times and since its one of the few open beggars cant be choosers.
and bring the wife. she will have a great time. for bob 23-----sorry you arent coming----like everyone else i wanted to meet a "living legend"
I had planned to come over Thursday evening but we are going to slide that back to Friday AM. We gain an hour coming over so that will certainly help.
Lafayette Bruce
Not sure if the wife can make it with me on Friday, but I was wondering how kid friendly the group is (I have been around some groups that were not kid appropriate) in case my 18 yo daughter wanted to come with me.
I would say very kid friendly, My friend and his wife will be joining us for a couple days to sail with us, and when they asked me what kind of group it was I described this get together as the most laid back, fun time, that I have had with people that share a common interest: ComPacs.
The language is clean, people are kind, and the time is fun. Bring her along and bring swim wear and towels, because usually we sail around then anchor out somewhere and swim, shoot the bull, and then sail back to have a meal.
Great time to ask others questions, see others boats, and make new friends.
Mac
i think im the only one in the group that cusses and i cut back for the clr. im retired anyway what do i have to cuss about-----oh yeah tennis.
We'll be there 'round 4 or 5pm on Wed if all goes as planned.
Really looking forward to this year..and a bonus, the forecast looks promising!
All rain has been taken out of the forecast this weekend totally (there was a slight chance, glad to see that go away.)
And my cursed friend and his wife have finally broken his curse the other day, so that shouldnt be a problem on the days he sails with us. ;D ;D ;D
See ya Wednesday Salty!
Mac
My wife has just informed me of a potential conflict for Friday (I am working on it) - what is on the CLR agenda for Saturday if I end up coming then?
saturday we usually meet at the marina and get ready for the big race (which consists of motoring out in front of the damn and when everyone is in a group i sound and airhorn to signal everyone to raise sails and race to the finish which is right in front of Coles creek on the east side of the lake. there we raft up for some swimming and lying about who finished where. after a while wind permitting everyone heads out for a day of sailing and we meet back at the marina club room for the party (this year will be Italian beef sandwiches, vegatables and salad and hopefully desert if someone brings it. there will be brandy slushes, beer some jack tennessee honey and maybe some mohitos and soda. this is the awards dinner and "sailing hats and flowered shirts can be worn. dont miss it.
cant remember if i put my cell # up or not. its 317)292-0258. call when you get in----we want to assist in rigging and launching----or at least watch and get in the way steve