I am looking to make steering on my new boat less twitchy. Has anyone found a mechanism that changes pedal or tiller input to runner angle that changes over the range? Cars typically have this so its ratio varies from on center to near limit. On center ratio reduction of 3:1 maybe and quickly going to 1:1. This is not a rationl of paralleogram arm issue. Sim […]

According to CIBC, there is good ice at Moosehead in Maine. They are reporting ice tight to shore. They are going to repost Thursday pm. The weather forecasts 6.9-5.1 mph wind, 18 degrees Thursday night, 33 degrees on Friday. Launch is at The Birches in Rockport. Is anyone interested an a last iceboat trip? Please contact me. Mike Roberts 203-410-3364

SUNDAY SAILING? Anyone sailing near Ossipee, NH, eastern NH/western ME?

At eleven thirty two Sunday night the sun reached its highest plane. You wouldn’t know it by todays temps, but today we have eight seconds less sun. He now begins the long coast down to ice making season, a mere … Continue reading →

A couple of us sailed at Loring yesterday, finding more routes through and around the flightline. Squalls blew through between full sun, chasing us back to the pits seeking shelter from the storm. It’s such an amazing place to sail … Continue reading →

Here’s the application for the regatta. You can either print it out, or just write all the required info on a piece of paper and send it in with your check. Friday Happy Hour, Saturday Cookout and Bunker Breakfasts are … Continue reading →

Here’s all you need to know about the fall land yacht regatta! Chickawaukee Ice Boat Club 2021 Eastern Landsailing Fall Regatta Loring Air Force Base, Limestone, Maine September 9-12, 2021 Organizing Authority The Chickawaukee Ice Boat Club is the event … Continue reading →

Here’s a cool song for a hot day: Richard Cheese “Ice Ice Baby” from the album “Silent Nightclub” (2006) – YouTube

2 DNs for sale. Both boats Maine-built. Blue boat is older, has been restored and sails fine (complete). Clear boat is brand new – never been sailed (needs runners). Both boats are located Egg Harbor City, NJ. $2000 each. $3000 both. All components are covered with costume canvas. Please email Gbattschinger@gmail.com for pics and more info

For Sale W-8, built by Bill Bernhard, is back on the market. Fully enclosed trailer, 11″ foam/carbon wing mast, complete older DN rig for high winds. 36″ Sarns bull nose plate runners. Wheel steering; no foot steering. Full cover for overnights on the ice. Plank covers as well for longer stays on the ice. Hand brake included, but needs to be mounted. Hull is […]

For sale circa 1950’s traditional classic DN iceboat. In good condition. Sailed this season. Asking $500.00 or best offer. Located Harwich, MA (Cape Cod) Contact Patrick p_otton@yahoo.com

Looking for slush runners for Whizz Mike Roberts 203-410-3364 Mroberts@fdrich.com

Looking to buy a NITE ICEBOAT. Trying to reach Norman Viens for his Nite listed on your site but his phone number is not working. I also tried his email address but no reply. I have bought five of them in the last few years. I live in Prince Edward Island, CANADA and we are looking to expand our fleet of five NITES and six DNs. We can arrange pick up of boat […]

Looking for a DN storm sail. Steve 603-520-7320 Wolfeboro, NH. Thanks!

Lever action jack, great for any size boat.Newly built with oak lever. Oak is varnished with a painted base . One person can easily place the horse under a plank. $100 Located in Northeast Ct. Paul Zucco 860-429-8178 sternsteeroldboat@gmail.com

In reply to Greg. DN Iceboat for sale. See link below for pictures. If the ad is up it’s still for sale. https://nh.craigslist.org/spo/d/amesbury-dn-iceboat-ice-boat/7283837267.html $1350.00 Contact me at greg.christina.miller@gmail.com Thank you Greg (amesbury ma)

DN iceboat for sale- see add on Craigslist. Ready to sail! Please contact me at greg.christina.miller@gmail.com

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 […]