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.
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 →
Chickawaukee was the hoped for plate over the past few days, but today lt looks like Megunticook has better potential. Chicky might grade at a 2, but Megunticook rates a 3.5. It won’t be any worse than some of the … Continue reading →
How wonderful that after such a long drought we get two fabulous sailing days on a weekend. Saturday came with a dusting of snow and greater wind than forecast, and by Sunday that snow had begun to drift up and … Continue reading →
The nice grey ice received 3/8″ snow last night, some of which began to blow away. The wind came on stronger than forecast. The middle of the lake is an archipelago of open water but can be circumnavigated with attention … Continue reading →
It’s a bit touch and go with the snow in the forecast but a few boats will set up in the morning and see what can be made of it. If the snow is minimal, then Sunday will be the … 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 […]