Dear Santa….
…Please bring us a good cold spell and a bunch of frozen lakes like the one in the picture….
Happy Holidays Everyone! Think ICE….
2021 Dues Are Due Now!
Comments on NEIYA Forum
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By: John Hughes 02/23/2021In 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.
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By: apis15 02/23/2021In 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.
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By: nhphil 02/18/2021In reply to VC Jay Whitehair. Great explanation on the ice drilling Jay!!
Maine News Courtesy CIBC
- Damariscotta Lake ON 03/02/2021After 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 →billbuchholz
- Tacking by T 02/28/2021DN 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 →billbuchholz
- Damariscotta Lake 2/27 02/27/2021Iceboaters 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 →billbuchholz
- Sailing Today 02/26/2021Apologies 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 →billbuchholz
- Sailing Friday 02/25/2021Chickawaukee 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 →billbuchholz
Member Items For Sale
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By: John Stanton 02/25/2021SOLD 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 […]John Stanton
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By: martin cawley 02/22/2021In 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.martin cawley
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By: Norman R Viens 02/17/2021In 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.comNorman R Viens
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By: Stephen Duhamel 02/15/2021Notice 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 […]Stephen Duhamel
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By: Howard K Ostran 02/13/2021In 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.comHoward K Ostran
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By: DONALD MESEROLE 02/03/2021KIDS 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 […]DONALD MESEROLE
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By: Howard 01/25/2021Arrow 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 […]Howard
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By: Michele 01/22/2021In reply to Gregory Switzer. Thank youMichele
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By: Gregory Switzer 01/22/2021In reply to Michele. Ionly know of 1 DN. contact a_krenzer@yahoo.comGregory Switzer
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By: Commodore John Stanton 01/21/2021In 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. JohnCommodore John Stanton
NEIYA Club Gear
| Product | Size | Price | |
| Columbia Men's Fleece Vest | XL | $48 |  |
| Columbia Men's Fleece Vest | S | $48 | |
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Alas with Santa’s gift comes Christmas family obligations. Local Lake Wentworth May have to wait til next year for me to sail. 10 days of sailing before Christmas cannot be taken away though. Happy holidays to you all with steady winds and solid ice.
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