clr race rules?

[Greene]

That is what good friends are for!  Do you think they will still be making Bob's Pabst Blue Ribbon in 100 years? 

It does make you wonder what a sailboat would look like in another century.  Telescoping masts without any stays would be nice.  Hydrogen powered auxiliaries.  Lawn chairs mounted on the bow pulpit.  Oh wait, Carl already has that.

Enjoy your fall sailing everyone.

Mike

[crazycarl]

   funny how age creeps up on a guy. 

well, it's been creeping up on you for years, but some how you stay ahead.



cc

[Bob23]

Kick:
   I might just take you up on your offer. But I'd miss that 14 hour drive. Although it's a long way off, I figure if the Greene's could bring that disguise O'Pac 25, I could tow my little old CP 23 from NJ. What's a few more gas stops?
   Age has been creeping up on me for quite some time. Just lately it got tired of waiting and ran on ahead!
Bob23

[kickingbug1]

      i think most of the previous clr attendees know that we plan on having it during the week sometime in july of next year.  the lake is so quiet and nearly deserted during the week with only the occasional fisherman or sailor. jetskis are virtually non-existant. i figure that saturday or sunday would be a travel day for most clr sailors and that the meet and greet would be on tues or weds.  this makes might also make launching and retrieval easier as well. i think the marina building would also be pretty much empty.  the "big Race" would probably be on thursday. i know that it is a long way off but im thinking the last week of july.  thanks again for all who attended this year and we hope you can come back next year----bring friends (not restricted to com-pac boats) and dress like jimmy buffet for the big awards (god awful trophies) dinner.-------also suggestions welcome

[Bob23]

Wow!
  Talk about planning ahead! I certainly plan on being there and may even tow the mighty Koinoina out there. Of course, the plans are all tentative- July 2015 is a long way off. The only thing that could throw a wrench in my plans is a schedule conflict with the Blackburn Challenge.
If anyone is reading this and did not attend, you owe it to yourself to be there.
Bob23

[Elk River]

The 2015 CLR sounds good.  Planning ahead for the middle of summer means people can plan vacations around it.  If I may be so bold as to ask: how do you folks cover the cost of trophies?  I realize that they are probably not exactly sterling silver 'yachting' trophies (but, then again, perhaps they are), but money is still being spent.  I am not afraid to pony up some $, but am just curious (nothin' up ma sleeve...) as the HOTCR (don't ask, it's still a teaser) will be more than likely happening earlier than your CLR and I am just hoping to get some ideas.

     Thanks,

     Elk River

[Bob23]

Brad:
  As a recipient of one of the aforementioned trophies, I can attest that no expense was spared in the creation of them. I've insured mine for $5 million and that's conservative, I can assure you.
  And, Brad, if we both show up with our boats, it'll be kind of a fresh water rematch, eh?
Bob23

[Elk River]

Insurance, Bob???  I thought that some of your 'Lantic City boys would be all the insurance you would consider...

Rematch?  8 h.p. vs. 5 h.p. (not to mention all the food we carry); not much of a rematch, is it?  Oh wait, didn't we win on interstellar corrected time?  Perhaps I will build one of those dorys for a real rematch.  AND, I am bringing my own potato chips.  None of my jet-propelled brownies for you, plus, your rocket-fuel coffee will be monitored and watered down prior to the rowing race.  Perhaps, also, I can blackmail you with those kazoo photos...  Every little bit of an advantage on my end will be helpful.

[kickingbug1]

   lets just put it this way-----do you remember the old bowling trophies that your dad used to display around the house (circa late 50s early 60s)? well that is the "quality " you can expect. there will be a "travelling trophy" for first place in the big clr cup race. the winner is expected to have his name (or boat name) inscribed with the year. he then has to return the following year with said trophy (kind of like the america's cup-----only a little less so. as to planning early--i do know that some sailors have to put in for vacation in advance also this gives those who have already attended in the past to throw in some suggestions----dont worry this is not an event with lots of structure (and that wont change). so everyone, you have lots of time to think about coming.  i wont post the actual dates until after christmas but im figuring the end of july. this will be a monday through friday (or whenever people have to hit the road) event. and bob is you do actually bring your 23, there will be a special award for you

[Toolman]

Ha Ha!! Now THAT tells you all you need to know about CLR... The winner has to pay to have his name engraved on the travelling trophy!  I wouldn't miss it!

[Bob23]

Brad:
 We could convoy the trip together- unless you drive as slow as you sail! And I do insure through my cover business located in Atlantic City- The Guido Sarducci Agency where their motto is "We've got you covered- literally!" As the rest of you can see, Mr. Elk and I are involved in a real rivalry on a few different fronts.
 Steve: This is great. I don't see much of a problem towing the 23 out. Heck, this year it took me 22 hours- how much slower can it be with a 4000 pound load behind. True, the Tundra's aging a bit, but so am I! Along with the 23, I'll be bringing ample supplies of PBR, Tequila and Cape Cod potato chips!
Bob23
 
   

[MacGyver]

This folks, The banter and shenanigans, is top notch CLR at its finest!

I really hope others can schedule to join us all, it is seriously a good time and I think with the time frame Steve gives us, really helps to keep it open for catching it in the schedules ahead of time. My wife and I set this as our primary vacation, and plan anything else we do around it.

Where is Greene? I think Bob23 likes to have Rivalries at any events he attends, and I have to wonder, with Greene and Elk, how big a epic rivalry explosion we will incur!

Mac

[Elk River]

     I doubt that an aging, foreign, imitation pick-up truck, not to mention the almost over the hill driver, will be much of a match for a 6.6 L turbo-diesel.  Perhaps we should swap boats & trailers for the convoy out there, or better yet, I'll bring my tow chain...  I see that you are apparently STARTING OUT with an ample supply of liquid & chips.  What remains to be seen is just how much actually makes it out to the Land of Lincoln.  It would be better to send the liquid with the two non-drinking 'Elks', but then again, I don't want to be turned in for transporting liquor across state lines.  My, my, will this never end?

    The CLR sounds like a "must do" type of event.  At this point, count us in.  Thanks for the info about the solid silver trophies.  I shan't mention the HOTCR again for a while; it will show up in the Spring (another "must do" event).

    Elk River

   

[Bob23]

Well, at least your TRUCK is faster than mine. I wonder if I should plan a different route considering that I'm towing a famous racing yacht.
Bob23

[Elk River]

     Either that, or plan on leaving immediately following the soon-to-be-famous  HOTCR to make sure you get there in time...

     Elk (non-argumentative) River