2020 Northwest Ice Yacht Racing Association Information
March 13-15,2020
Lake Waconia, Minnesota
First in Finland!
Or should we say it in Finnish, Ensimmäinen! Via Swedish DNer Dideric Van Riemsdijk, here’s a look at the first runners on the ice at the first regatta of the season, DN Finland’s Week 46. They are just above the Arctic Circle at Onkamojärvi, Finland. Who will be the FIRST in North America?
November 12, 2024: Arrow in PA
Arrow #325
Arrow and Arrow jet
Hull rebuilt (2015) with access ports, OE and gull wing runner planks, Doyle sail in excellent condition, storm sail, custom fir mast, custom blocks (skeeter design), spare (Arrow) blocks,, OE shrouds and adjustable shrouds, OE and wrapped aluminum tiller, OE and wishbone boom, steering cables, posts and hardware for both designs, (2) sets of Sarns skates, (3) front chocks, side chock lots of hardware, upholstered cockpit cushion, cover.
Erie, PA
$4300 OBO|
(814)218-0090
andicappp@aol.com
SOLD! October 16, 2024: Nite in MN
SOLD! Nite #491. Excellent condition. Very fast, well tuned. One owner, comfortable for two, warm, easy to rig and sail. Unused for the last 9 years, but in climate controlled storage. All covers, bags, cushions etc. blades like new. New over $12,000. Moved to AZ. First $7500.00 takes it.
Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota
SOLD! August 7, 2024: Nite in WI
SOLD! NITE
Custom trailer includes Nite #60, recent Awlgrip paint on all parts, North sail, Sarns blades, full canvas covers by Harken. Looks fast, sails fast.
$3,900.
Northeastern WI
November 7, 2024: Renegade w C-Rig in WI
Iver Johnson’s Renegade currently with a C rig and North Sail,
boat is complete with runner alignment triangles, extra battens,
runner sharpener, runner flat stone and boat storage fixtures.
Trailer included.
Northeast WI
$6500
$5500
Gary Buyeske (920) 469-2330 garybu@att.net
SOLD! November 27, 2023: Renegade in MI
SOLD! Renegade 107 (restored) enhanced and complemented with race parts from R512. Ready to race and fast.
2 masts: One shown and McCormick race mast (from R512).
2 booms: One shown and race boom w/ unidirectional carbon over triaxial carbon (from R512).
New: (2) Rudder yoke & chock (aluminum), (2) mast steps (bronze & stainless steel).
3 sails w/covers: 2 race sails (North & Boston Doyle from R512).
4 sets of runners: 1 set brand new and hardened (from R512), 2 sets chrome plated w/boxes.
Additional: Spring-board w/ rudder yoke & chock and runner plank, chrome plated rudder yoke & chock (from R512).
Both runner planks trued & aligned by Ron Sherry runner alignment tool and confirmed with lasers to a 195 lb. skipper. Fast w/good spring-rates on spring-board and runner plank.
All stored in a heated and finished basement w/ cover.
$7500 $3750
SE Michigan,
SOLD! October 29, 2024: Nite in MN
SOLD! Nite #23
Boat is in very good condition. Last sailed at 2013 Nite Nationals where it won the silver fleet. Includes Quantum race sail in very good condition, covers showing some wear, runners in good condition, and solid trailer. Has hard cockpit top so you can lock your boat when off the ice.
$4000.
Notice of 4LIYC Meetings for 2025
UPDATE: January 16, 2025
Stay tuned for updates on upcoming Four Lakes Ice Yacht Club meetings! Our meetings may take place on Zoom or at various locations, depending on the circumstances.
We’ll post the meeting details, including the time, date, and location (or Zoom link), ahead of each meeting to keep everyone informed.
Four Lakes Ice Yacht Club Meetings
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Will be announced.
Meeting Dates
- January 22 Deadline for By-Law or Racing Rules Amendment Submission
- February 5 Business Meeting
- February 19
- March 5
- March 19 (tentative)
The continuing series: Artificial intelligence still has not learned what an iceboat actually looks like.
November 1, 2024: Racing DN in MI
Custom built ready to race at world level w/cover.
Has been raced and placed at Gold Cup North Americans
and Worlds
Telescoping carbon tiller
4 sets of runners 2 sets 1/4 and 2 sets 3/36 w/stiffeners and Sarns,
2 steering runners, Pelican case and Harken bags
Jeff Kent Composite Solutions Mast w/cover
Glass wrapped ash and cedar strip plank w/chocks similar to
Struble chocks but custom designed
much stronger and stiffer w/cover 160-185lb.
Forstman Boom w/Harken Blocks, ratchet and braided sheet
North Sail – All Speed, great condition
Quantom – High Speed, great condition
Two additional all purpose sails
Located in Ortonville, MI
608 628-9590
$5,600
wmw102@gmail.com
Delavan Yacht Club Swap Meet On Nov 9
Talking ice.
Fred Stritt checked in to let us know about the upcoming Delavan Yacht Club Iceboat Swap Meet. Missed the recent swap meet at Harken? Or can’t get enough of the iceboating community? Here’s your chance! Join us at the Delavan Yacht Club on Saturday, November 9 from 11 am to 3 pm for another opportunity to buy, sell, or trade iceboat gear, meet fellow sailors, and prepare for the upcoming season.
The Delavan Yacht Club will serve homemade pizzas, and the bar will be open, so come hungry and thirsty! It’s the perfect setting to connect with the iceboating community, discover great gear, and enjoy good food and drinks.
Delavan Yacht Club Iceboat Swap Meet
Location: Delavan Yacht Club, 1501 Cedar Point Dr, Delavan, WI 5311
Map
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 11am – 3pm
Information: Midwest Hard Water Sailing Facebook Page
Nite Celebration Recap
Via International Nite Class Association Commodore Maureen Bohleber
For The Love of Iceboating
The International Nite Class Association recently hosted an event at Harken Headquarters in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, bringing together Midwest iceboaters. The theme was “50 Years of Nite Racing,” attracting Skeeter, Stern Steerer, Renegade, DN, and, of course, Nite sailors of all ages.
The Nite was designed and built by Dick Slates at S & R Marine around 1968. The story goes that he aimed to create a side-but-side two-seater to take that “special” someone out for a night on sail on Pewaukee Lake. While Dick and his wife Gale were unable to participate in the activities, his sons Rich and Kevin Slates were able to join in.
It was wonderful to listen to sailors inquiring if a certain person would be attending, only to find out they hadn’t seen them or spoken to that individual in 20 years. It was amazing to watch friendships reignite as if they had seen each other on the ice last season. Additionally, guests could view a history of results displayed on the walls. Hearing the younger crowd react to names they recognized and discovering that many sailed a Nite was enjoyable.
During a roundtable discussion led by the Nite Fleet GOAT Tom Sweitzer, past champions offered advice to future champions. The discussion also included Bill Dale, Dave Koch, and Dave Navin.
Kyle Navin and Harry Melgas IV shared their recent experience sailing the American Magic Youth team alongside Bill Goggins, President of Harken, who facilitated the discussion.
Thank you to Harken, Inc. for hosting not only the Nite Fleet gala but also the Southern Wisconsin Iceboat Swap Meet, which took place on Sunday, October 27th. Rumor has it some new Nite owners emerged from this weekend’s events. To top it off, we had a surprise guest: Peter Harken, Nite #98, who had just returned home from Spain after attending the America’s Cup.
Maureen Bohleber
SOLD! October 21, 2024: Stern-Steerer Model in WI
SOLD! 1930s Stern-Steerer model.
$500
Northeast WI
October 26, 2024: J14 Skeeter in MI
J14 with all components, complete and ready to sail with custom enclosed trailer.
$3,000.00
Armada, MI
Contact Dale MacPherson
M:586 944 5391
Email: dale.macpherson@sbcglobal.net
October 26, 2024: Class A Skeeter in WI
Class A Skeeter.
27’ 6” spar. 22’ 6” plank. 28’. Center plank to front runner.
Stationary canopy
Ready to sail.
Madison, WI
$9,500.00
Ice Boat Shop closing special $8,400.00
6084444557
Kick Off the Iceboating Season in Pewaukee This Weekend!
See INSANITY at Harken
Historic Iceboats On Display This Weekend
It’s the unofficial opening weekend of the iceboating season!
Join the Midwest ice sailing community on Saturday and Sunday, October 26-27, at Harken, Inc. in Pewaukee, WI, where we’re excited to help the International Nite Class Association celebrate 50 years of Nite racing. Thanks to the Iceboat Foundation, you’ll see the legendary MARY B, INSANITY, their museum
Bucky Badger relaxes on the MARY B
trailer, and the newest addition, PANTHER a Class A Skeeter originally built for Chris Smith of Chris-Craft.
With the Swap Meet happening on Sunday, it’s the perfect weekend for iceboating enthusiasts and newcomers to check out the sport. Whether you’re looking to find your iceboat, chat with veteran ice sailors, or admire some of the most iconic iceboats in history, this weekend has it all.
Join us to celebrate the start of the ice sailing season—experience the boats, the history, and the excitement of the fastest sport on ice!
Southern Wisconsin Iceboat Swap Meet
Date: Sunday, October, 27, 2024
Time: 9 AM – Noon
Location: Harken parking lot
N15W24983 Bluemound Rd, Pewaukee, WI
October 16, 2024: C Skeeter in NY
Skeeter C Class. I-C-FUN, Built by Warren Darress Sr
Trailer with working lights and Papers, 3 great tires, Almost new axle and bearings, Sail box on trailer, Trailer cover that covers all
Side car
Fuselage 16ft with foot steering (Springboard makes it 20ft Class C)
Runner Plank 16ft and pillow block chocks, Extra plank 16ft wood only
SELF ALIGNING RUNNER CHOCKS ****
Hemlock mast 20ft Class C, Fir mast 20ft Class C
2 sets of mast rigging, Whisker stays (bow to plank)
Springboard
5 sets of runners.
3 sails with battens
All items stored in garage
Long Island, NY
$4600
$3800
516-864-9662
October 16, 2024: Solid Wing Iceboat in Maine
Solid Wing Iceboat
Mostly made with carbon fiber.
Uses DN plank & runners.
Easy to sail. Foot steering.
Brand New. Used 2X.
Have two, need to sell one.
Located in Maine
$5,000
Dan 732-673-7702
Kyle Navin & Harry Melges IV to Speak at Nite 50th Anniversary Party!
Kyle Navin
Previous: Cheers to 50 Years
Nite sailors Kyle Navin and Harry Melges IV will be special guests at the Nite 50th Anniversary Party on October 26, sharing stories and insights from their recent experiences at the Youth America’s Cup in Barcelona. This is a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from two young, talented sailors who are deeply rooted in the Nite community.
Join the Nite Class at Harken Headquarters in Pewaukee to celebrate 50 years of the Nite Class and hear from Kyle and Harry about their incredible journey. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or just a fan of the sport, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Sign up here for this event.
The Roundtable will begin at 4:00 pm with Tom Sweitzer the GOAT Hear some stories and learn some tips from the best Nite Sailors
Kyle and Harry will continue with videos and a Q&A of their experience on the American Magic Youth America’s Cup
October 26, 2024
5:30 Food and Cocktail at Harken, Inc. Pewaukee, WI
$25.00
RSVP: mkbohleber@gmail.com
or
https://niteracing.org/event/7NGFkfX0UX
Southern Wisconsin Swap Meet
Sunday October 27, 2024
9 – Noon
The Iceboat Foundation will be displaying the Mary B and the Insanity both days.
NOAA Abolishes Wind Chill?
Jay Yaeso hiking in his Class A Skeeter iceboat on Lake Winnebago. Photo by Gretchen Dorian.
Well, not quite. NOAA has officially retired “Wind Chill Warnings” and “Advisories,” streamlining their alerts with new, simplified Cold Weather Alerts instead. Read more here.
Tip of the Helmet: Mike Peters
October 9, 2024: Renegade in MI
Renegade in beautiful condition including covers for everything, two sets of runners, dolly for moving boat off trailer to the ice.
$3500.
$3200
Located in Muskegon Michigan.
Call 231 215 0764 for more details.
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