SOLD! Currently located in northern WI, this Nite (#104 built by S&R Marine), was sailed in December 2020 on Crab Lake. All parts are in good condition. Sail and hull covers, extra racing seat plus chocks. Always stored indoors. No trailer however, if not sold beforehand, I do plan to transport the boat to Oconomowoc WI.
Condition: VG
Price: $3,350
Carbon fiber tiller, carbon fiber riser
Photo: Gretchen Dorian
Via Wisconsin Stern Steerer Association Secretary Andy Gratton
The Wisconsin Stern Steering Association regatta has been postponed to February 20 and 21, 2021. The next update will be Sunday, February 14. Check back here at that time.
Source: White Wings & Black Ice: Vixen, a lateen-rigger ice yacht, was built in 1885 in Chelsea ( Low Point) by the Merritt Brothers. It raced several times for the Ice Yacht Challenge Pennant of America. It was owned and sailed by FDR’s uncle John A. Roosevelt for many years.
Ice has returned to New York’s Hudson River Valley, the origin point of American ice sailing, and the historic stern steerers are coming out of the barns. Keep an eye on Brian Reid’s indispensable White Wings and Black Ice website for the next few weeks for the stories and photos.
National Iceboat Authority Web Page
Location: In person at the Elks Lodge 711 Jenifer St, Madison, WI 53703
Time: 6:30 PM
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