I am trying to work out my schedule for next year and I was wondering if anyone has a general idea when the next CLR will be for 2015. I missed 2014 because of a week long bike ride at the same time. I thought about doing a two week great lakes tour on my bike which starts August ninth, 2015. I hope the CLR is the first weekend in August so I can attend as a first time participant with my Suncat "Skyrocket". Any help on the proposed date? I sure hate to miss that event again.
Dan
it will be on the last week of july (monday thru friday---or until everyone is gone). i figure that sunday will be a travel day for everyone. also during the week we will have the lake and marina all to ourselves. other than the dates all of the other information posted before applies.
Thank you very much kickingbug1. I sure hope to be there. I read a lot about the event on this site.
Quote from: ddg23 on November 22, 2014, 02:13:40 PM
Thank you very much kickingbug1. I sure hope to be there. I read a lot about the event on this site.
Don't believe all those tall tales and exaggerations you are reading about CLR 2014. Well......the things about Crazy Carl are all true. Oh, anything about Bob is definitely true. Might as well admit that everything about Kickingbug is pretty accurate. Other than that it was all made up. Except when...........
Carl's secret weapon.
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Hope to be there again next year.
Mike
dan, sure hope you can make it. like mike said----most everything good that was said about the clr is indeed true. i take full responsibility for the bad things ----and carl, our resident stand up comedian, takes responsibility for the "funny"
Was there anything not good about the CLR? If so, I didn't notice. Except the water at Carlyle Lake took some getting used to- no salt! Weird. Maybe I'll bring some official Atlantic salt water with me so I feel at home.
Was just working on the trailer today in anticipation of haulout next Saturday but I'm very seriously considering towing the 23 out to Carlyle. The trailer may need new tires and a spare or two but it would be well worth the drive to be there with my own boat. Plus, I could avoid that dangerous, semi-drunk bike ride back to the campsite.
Mike and Brenda- If you are there (and you better be) I hope to return the favor buy inviting you on my boat. I'd be honored although I cannot be responsible for any negatives to your reputation! :)
Bob23
more and more im thinking "night sail" next year------can 25 or so people fit on a cp 23----plus beverages?
Night sail would be great (have not done that for along time). Just checked the lunar calendar and the last week of July 2015 is a full moon at the end of the week so there should be good natural light that week.
NO! PLEASE! ANYTHING BUT THAT! THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS GOOD NATURAL LIGHT. What kind of cruel and unusual newbie hazing is this? From bob23's posts I expected to be forced to drink at least one pbr, but now I should expect natural light? It's like collage all over again. I may have to rethink this clr thing.
Seriously though guys, I can't wait. I am really looking forward to meeting everyone.
-Chris
Not to worry, Chris.
He's talking about the real natural light. While PBR is the standard brew on my boat, I'm really a Guiness guy at heart. But I'm known to imbibe in a Three Philosophers from time to time. And anything from Victory, Shipyard and- a NJ favorite- Riverhorse. If you ever see me drinking anything "light"- it's either an imposter or I've lost what remaining marbles I have.
In regards to newbie hazing, I cannot comment. You'll just have to experience CLR for yourself.
Bob23
(ps: Are you bringing your 23? Ah...this is starting to sound like a nice race!)
Hi bob,
Thanks for putting my mind at ease. Yes, I am bringing my 23 to clr. I would love to have her converted to the HC rig by then. It would be a great time to see how it compares to the stock Bermuda rig.
Chris
Quote from: Bob23 on November 24, 2014, 04:47:55 AM
In regards to newbie hazing, I cannot comment. You'll just have to experience CLR for yourself.
Bob23
Chris, you
will be required to dress in the official newbie outfit.
NO getting around it...
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Hmm, I don't know, if Bob hauls all the way from Jersey, I may be embarrassed if I don't come.:) Looks like maybe 360 miles.
I thought it wasn't PBR for initiation, I thought it was that Tie me to the Mast drink my wife made.......... Looks like I will have to maybe plan to make even more of that for this year, I should have let her buy that bigger distribution tank......
Maybe next visit to Sams I will see if we can acquire larger quantities of the premium booze we used and start buying that juice too. And if anyone was worried, we are organic eaters, so the contents are clean, and thus go down the hatch VERY EASILY. It is also aged like 24 hours, so we are on lock down here so the cops don't raid us while it is in production. Serious Business.
AHHHHHHHHH, the memories...... re-branding engines, Story telling, costumes, booze, water gun fights, swimming, booze, fine dining, and did I mention sometimes booze, and we drink some? It really is a good time, As a matter of fact, I am at the marina all year long waiting for it to occur!
Oh, just a note, I might not have my slip this next year, some things have started to occur that might change things for me, but I will rent a slip (If it all happens peacefully) and that would just put me closer to the group!
Mac
i would imagine that the monday through friday plan will insure that the the marina building as well as the lake will be all ours------sa----weeeeet
This much fun should be illegal! And, yes I can attest to the boozeworthyness of Tie me to the Mast that Ginger made. You've heard of laughing gas? This is laughing juice! Jason: Maybe a converted milk tank truck might be enough.
Chris: This sounds like you are challenging me to a race. Hmm..the sloop rig vs the HC rig. There are some very strict rules that I observed at the CLR race- the first and foremost is that cheating is not only encouraged but rewarded handsomely.
I'm wondering about an alternate route out there from NJ that will be more kindly to my nearly quarter million mile Tundra.
Bob23
bob, hows this for an idea? call toyota and inform them of the priceless opportunity to film your trip from new jersey to illinois pulling about 5000 lbs. talk about a great commercial. while you are at it ask them to be a sponser for the clr. they can at least supply us with some saki from the motherland
Hmm. If that would work, I'd try it. Anything to cut down on the gas bill.
Bob23
bob,
gas prices are down out here. we just filled both vehicles at $2.70 a gallon.
who knows what price gas will reach next summer?
if i were you, i'd leave now!
this will insure a timely arrival, no matter how lost you get yourself.
cc
carl, you have to admit that even though we are just approaching thanksgiving, next years clr is shaping up to be one for the ages (thats ages not aged).
On my way. Save some turkey! I am so looking forward to this. I hope the Blackburn doesn't interfere with CLR. I wonder if I could give Jimmy B a call to see if he could make a cameo appearance? Hope I didn't loose his number.
Bob23
absolutely steve!
this could be the largest gathering of compacs in the midwest, maybe the world!
cc
and lets not forget one catalina-----gonna have to talk rich into bringing his starwind
Pardon my ignorance... what is CLR?
I live just south of Chicago and it sounds like a trip to Lake Carlysle next July might be of interest.
Tom
Quote from: thomeng55 on November 28, 2014, 07:55:47 PM
Pardon my ignorance... what is CLR?
I live just south of Chicago and it sounds like a trip to Lake Carlysle next July might be of interest.
Tom
I've posted this before, but it's worth repeating...
What is CLR?
Carlyle
Lake
Rendezvous.
It's only the greatest get together of Compac sailing craft in history! (mainly due to the attendees)
Compac sailors from all corners of the globe, (and New Jersey), assemble in West Access Marina at the south end of Carlyle Lake in southern Illinois.
For 5 days we rule the lake, sailing rings around all the other lesser "boats", entertaining fishermen with the "Race", and swimming in secluded coves while indulging in libations and participating in high velocity water fights.
In the evening, we gather at the docks, praising each others sailing abilities and telling stories of epic journeys.
One evening the fleet will dine at Brez's Restaurant, while other patrons sit in envy as we are clearly the life of the party.
There is also a theme based dinner at the marina where trophies are presented and costumes judged.
It's THE event of the year for all Compac sailors!
Now, if it sounds too good to be true, you'll just have to attend and judge for yourself.
CC
Hi Tom:
"Might be of interest" would be putting it mildly- very, very mildly. And if you live that close, there is no reason not to attend- unless you value your reputation! Last year was my first, but definitely not my last. Everyone is so accommodating- and all I brought was a rowing vessel! Next year- maybe the 23!
Bob23
Well... looks like I need to mark it on my calendar!!
Whats the 2015 dates?...................nies
Quote from: thomeng55 on November 28, 2014, 07:55:47 PM
Pardon my ignorance... what is CLR?
I live just south of Chicago and it sounds like a trip to Lake Carlysle next July might be of interest.
Tom
It is also a toilet bowl cleaner. You choose which definition.
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Lafayette Bruce
last week in july mon through friday or whenever everyone leaves
come early stay late
Hey: The official toilet bowl cleaner of the CLR! Who woulda known?
Bob23
Thanks for the info......."God willing and if the creek don't rise" will keep date open............................nies.
leave it to bob to think of a great "door prize"
I feel sort of stupid bur what the heck is the CLR? & where do you find out about it?
Thanks
clr stands for carlyle lake rendezvous. next year will mark its 7th year. it started out as a get together for com-pac sailors but is really open to any trailer sailor regardless of make of boat. this past year we had i think a dozen boats and 23 sailors (i think). it is basically a great week of sailing, swimming and partying. you wont find a better group of people. the big event (the clr cup race) isnt about competition as much as laughs. if you can come it will be the last week of july 2015 and will be a monday through friday event (or until the last boat is pulled. attendees keep their boats in slips at the west access marina , staying either on their boat or at the nearby motel. info will be posted from here on out ( i post way too much). check the archives for posts by salty 19 and macguiver for detailed info. sure hope to see you there
jer,
use the search feature in the "Group Outings and Compac Events" area and you'll find more than enough info on this popular topic.
cc
Jer:
No reason to feel stupid but think how dumb you'll feel if you don't come? :)
Bob23
Crap Bob, you made me laugh again...
Ok OK I got it & it sounds like a good time even in my picnic cat. If it floats it's fun.
shurrr nuf don't want to be dummb.
Thanks for the Information.
Picnic Cat is fine. In 2014, only brought a Guideboat. Maybe next year I'll bring a sailboat! So...to quote a line from Back to the Future: "Be there or be square". :)
B23
please join me in a collective thanks to mike for producing this years clr dvd. and you were correct the two of you were "there in spirit"
I was so pleasantly surprised to receive a copy of the CD in the mail today - Thanks Mike!
TG