In reply to apis15. Ice, especially dirty ice or really hard black ice, can dull a drill bit quickly. Before you go out for a day of ice-checking, consider taking a file to the cutting edges and giving a few swipes over them to make your spade bit oh-so-much-more effective.

In reply to VC Jay Whitehair. Thanks, Jay. I have one of those type of flat bits but never tried it on ice. Will do so soon.

In reply to VC Jay Whitehair. Great explanation on the ice drilling Jay!!

While at a long glance the plate looked good, and a short walk yesterday had us thinking that it will certainly be better further out, the only big improvement from last week was the elimination of the packed snow. The … Continue reading →

After the warm rain of the last day and a half the pate has smoothed out considerably, although as those of you who sailed here last week we were starting from a pretty low bar. There are patches of thin … Continue reading →

DN Ice Yachts: James ‘T’ Thieler’s Top Tacking Tips – YouTube Thanks to T for putting together this video with Mike Madge, who’s been interviewing other top iceboaters. The ifo is priceless and is a must see for all icebat … Continue reading →

Iceboaters don’t like to get wet, for obvious reasons. But when your favorite home ice has been no good all winter, and then there’s a quick window between the wind coming on and the rain starting and the whole lake … Continue reading →

Apologies to anyone who came to Megunticook only to find no one there, Double apologies if you actually set up and sailed that crap. One run across the broads early in the morning was enough to make the call to … Continue reading →

SOLD Here are a few options online https://www.eastbay.com/product/model/saucony-lanzar-jav-2-mens/270916.html https://portlandrunning.com/products/saucony-lanzar-jav-2?variant=13808856203325 New spikes for sale. Pair of Saucony Lanzar Jav2 size 11. Ordered earlier in the year. Bought two sizes to try on with appropriate winter socks. I wear a size 9 shoe an […]

In reply to Scott. I have an older plank from a NITE that is very stiff and looks to be encased in fiberglass/epoxy. You might be able to cut it down to size if you have yet to locate exactly what you wanted. I can send pix I’m based on Long Island. email me at martinjcawley@gmail if interested.

In reply to Pete. I have a Nite 2 seat Ice Boat for sale if you know anybody who is interested. Its a two passenger and is comfortable. Please call Norman at 508-624-9141 or email norman32955@hotmail.com

Notice of Second Semi Annual Used chock nut and bolt Sale. Out standing opportunity to own a piece of history. This sacred nut and bolt combination could have been used on a DN that attended the the DOC Fellows Regatta. Yes! I know this is hard to believe, I can hardly believe it myself. The price of this piece of history is $4950.00. It comes with a complet […]

In reply to Mike. I have 2 Arrow sails for sale. For partially stiff mast, new, asking $275 each. Arrow plank, no hardware, $250. One set DN runners $225 … Contact Howard at ecotrain@aol.com

KIDS MINI SKEETER My son sailed this ice boat from age 9-12 (1988-1991) Pa and NJ. Built by Terry Richards for his son. Has DN single rod steering (i installed after pict was taken), alum mast. DN storm sail is perfect size(not available) A great little boat often keeping pace with our DNs. Many fond memories will need some restoration. Price $300 Located Ma […]

Arrow ice boat for sale– 2 passenger class ice boat •Red molded fiberglass hull #20 first hull made •aluminum mast 18 ft and aluminum boom 9 ft •custom red canvas cover with sewed loops along bottom edges to tie cover tight •new North sail •3 DN runners •3 ice boat stands •plank with chocks, 12 feet wide •hull dimensions 16 feet long x 39 inches wide •cockpi […]

In reply to Gregory Switzer. Thank you

In reply to Michele. Ionly know of 1 DN. contact a_krenzer@yahoo.com

In reply to Tony Maggio. Tony the NEIYA swap meet is held in the fall. However,there are a number of items for sale in the classified section. https://theneiya.org/classifieds/ If you do not see what you are looking for post a wanted ad and I’m m sure someone will have what you need. John