Please look to the mobile updates section to the right for updates and pictures. We will be on the move!!
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The Capt'n Reporting
Thursday, February 25, 2010
And...
The Northern most Tribe starts their nomadic voyage south. Word on the water Manitou is packing it up and gingerly making his way to the frozen... I mean balmy Florida today. A few stops along the way, see the fam, drop a boat off, do a little scouting. "Just remember to pick Boo and I up on Thursday 7pm at the airport!!"
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Not sure what Macatawa is doing? I see his SPOT test post puts him in the frozen waste land of Michigan. But he could be sneaky and already on the move.
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Boo and I will be heading out next Thursday, a fly in fly out UM adventure. - Then back to my cubby for updates and blogging on the EC and FC events.
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If you are wondering where NightNavigator and his band of misfits are; check out his SPOT:
http://share.findmespot.com/shared/faces/viewspots.jsp?glId=06A1VoqojT9pdQCpdsvXUZKNP8CF1WjR5
The Capt'n Reporting
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Not sure what Macatawa is doing? I see his SPOT test post puts him in the frozen waste land of Michigan. But he could be sneaky and already on the move.
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Boo and I will be heading out next Thursday, a fly in fly out UM adventure. - Then back to my cubby for updates and blogging on the EC and FC events.
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If you are wondering where NightNavigator and his band of misfits are; check out his SPOT:
http://share.findmespot.com/shared/faces/viewspots.jsp?glId=06A1VoqojT9pdQCpdsvXUZKNP8CF1WjR5
The Capt'n Reporting
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Subtle Changes
to the blog; for your viewing pleasure!!
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Over on the right column; there is a photo drop that we will initiate while on the move during the Florida Challenge. A picture is worth a thousand words and we hope it will help tell the story. There is testing going on present pics will be cleared before the event.
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We also have weather on the top with a seven day outlook, links back to the WaterTribe Website, the challenger viewer and discussion board. We are looking at free beach cams as well to give you a different perspective of the beach and water.
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There will be a lot of action on the discussion board; but you will find yourself wanting more in anticipation of arrivals to CP's and mandatory 24 hour check ins. There are some very active blogs to follow as well. A must see must view is SandyBottom's Blog.
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Paul (DanceswithSandyBottom) is a master of the technical aspects of the events, getting the data you need want and desire. We are moving an easy access link to SandyBottom's Blog to the upper right column for easy point of entry.
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Duck Works will be following along as well, another great resource to follow the event, They will be following a group from Texas and beyond. Upper right column access.
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We're under the two week warning whistle - It's all happening!
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The Captain Reporting
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Over on the right column; there is a photo drop that we will initiate while on the move during the Florida Challenge. A picture is worth a thousand words and we hope it will help tell the story. There is testing going on present pics will be cleared before the event.
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We also have weather on the top with a seven day outlook, links back to the WaterTribe Website, the challenger viewer and discussion board. We are looking at free beach cams as well to give you a different perspective of the beach and water.
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There will be a lot of action on the discussion board; but you will find yourself wanting more in anticipation of arrivals to CP's and mandatory 24 hour check ins. There are some very active blogs to follow as well. A must see must view is SandyBottom's Blog.
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Paul (DanceswithSandyBottom) is a master of the technical aspects of the events, getting the data you need want and desire. We are moving an easy access link to SandyBottom's Blog to the upper right column for easy point of entry.
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Duck Works will be following along as well, another great resource to follow the event, They will be following a group from Texas and beyond. Upper right column access.
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We're under the two week warning whistle - It's all happening!
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The Captain Reporting
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Chief has closed registration for the WaterTribe 2010 Ultra Marathon Everglades Challenge and the Big Bear of all small boat challenges; The 1200 mile running of the Florida Challenge.
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Online wagering and off shore banking activity increases. We are set, now waiting for Vegas to post the handicaps.
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The Captain Reporting
School's in session
If you are here, you must be there; what I mean is... the WaterTribe Discussion Board is full of banter discussion and wildly important information. You're a click away from hearing more discussion on small boat adventure then ever before.
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As team and solo challengers prepare, so can you as a viewer. Here is a suggestion:
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1. Go to The Rouges Gallery; you will see that these are ordinary people just like you and me. (Well there ARE a few crazies) This makes for a very relatable event when you can identify with one or more of the participants.
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2. Then check out the Challenge Viewer; a video is worth a thousand words. There are many to view.
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Now you have a feel for the event. Next look at the Roster; Crazy Tribal Names alter egos...
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As I see it expression of determination.
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If you are wildly excited by what you have seen thus far, then start bookmarking in favorites, dig deep into the WaterTribe Magazine to learn all you can cause school's in session.
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The Captain Reporting
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As team and solo challengers prepare, so can you as a viewer. Here is a suggestion:
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1. Go to The Rouges Gallery; you will see that these are ordinary people just like you and me. (Well there ARE a few crazies) This makes for a very relatable event when you can identify with one or more of the participants.
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2. Then check out the Challenge Viewer; a video is worth a thousand words. There are many to view.
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Now you have a feel for the event. Next look at the Roster; Crazy Tribal Names alter egos...
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As I see it expression of determination.
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If you are wildly excited by what you have seen thus far, then start bookmarking in favorites, dig deep into the WaterTribe Magazine to learn all you can cause school's in session.
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The Captain Reporting
Monday, February 15, 2010
Show me the beef!
-ManitouCruiser beefs up an already beefy Paddle Boy Heavy Lifter portage cart and goes with a through axle and 16" wheels. Rolls like a dream...
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I think this will either be MC's 3rd time across Florida by cart, and has at least that many up in Michigan on the UHH and Bushwacker events.
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The Captain Reporting
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Hey Doc!!
OK Nic, I cry UNCLE!! We really need to chat. What's happening in the world of Dr. Nic; What are you paddle/ pedal / sailing this year in the FC, hopefully not this gator?-
This year, I'll be using a sit on top Hobie Tandem Island, with virtually all the electronics powered by solar. I picked up the panels from PowerFilm Solar yesterday at the Miami Boat Show.
-You have a very informative blog Pelican's Poop, you are definitely on the cutting edge melding education and adventure. Your latest edition, the account of the 2009 EC, chronicles the trials and tribulations of Egret who is blind with one leg gone, and other practically useless is truly an inspiration. Outstanding read! I love this quote you have on your blog!
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“I would rather be ashes than dust! I would rather that my spark should burn out in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry rot. I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet. The proper function of man is to live, not to exist.” Jack London
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It just keeps getting better and better. Wow... Go Doc Go!!
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The Captain Reporting
The Magic Show! Starring Wizard
They were bound to surface; pictures of Matt Layden's new design. At 9' LOA and 38" W - a true microcruiser with a lot of competitive spirit. The 5 gal. buckets are to simulate cruising weight while under way.-
WaterTribe forum postings from Matt state that she handles pretty well with a little weather helm. (he plans on moving the mast forward). There are a lot of subtleties on Matt's designs. Like the Chine Runners for windward advantage, the balanced reef-able lug sail. outboard kick up rudder with internal steering. She's a beauty!!-
So after a few minor changes, a coat of paint and some glass in the windows, she looks about ready to go. Time to kick off those training wheels! More Matt Layden Designs and pictures can be found at: Matt Layden's Boats
So after a few minor changes, a coat of paint and some glass in the windows, she looks about ready to go. Time to kick off those training wheels! More Matt Layden Designs and pictures can be found at: Matt Layden's Boats-
The Captain Reporting
Friday, February 12, 2010
Extra Extra Read all about it!!
There is a great link on the WaterTribe website called Media Contacts. Outstanding overview of the events and some good information on the racers that are participating in the FC. Here's a little taste:
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The 2010 Ultimate Florida Challenge Roster:
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Steve “Chief” Isaac, 61, a computer consultant from Clearwater, Florida, and WaterTribe founder, in a Kruger expedition canoe with a full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “This race is at the very top of my bucket list
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Mark “ManitouCruiser” Przedwojewski, 39, builder of the Kruger canoes used by five of the challengers, from Irons, Mich., in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. ManitouCruiser finished second in the 2006 Florida Challenge. Quote: “The earth’s waterways are a most sacred gift. For me water travel is always a life changing experience and I welcome another chance to enjoy the gift.”
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Matt “Wizard” Layden, 48, a boat designer/drafter from Jensen Beach, Florida, in a self-designed and built 9-foot sailboat with enclosed cockpit and lug-rig sail. Wizard finished third in the 2006 Florida Challenge. Quote: “I just want the chance to get out on the water for a few weeks with a goal to sail towards.”
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Nick “Pelican” Hall, 61, a university professor and speaker/consultant from Tampa, Florida, in a Hobie Tandem Island sailing kayak with a solar-powered engine. The boat is entered in a special "experimental" class. Pelican finished fourth in the 2006 Florida Challenge. Quote: “I’m doing the UFC 2010 to underscore the fact that it is possible to do in a kayak with solar power just about anything you’d do in an oil-powered vessel. No matter how far or where you go you can have a continuous source of energy.”
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Jonathan “RunningMouth” Coble, 35, a commercial pilot from Raleigh, North Carolina, in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “Why am I entering the race? The grand adventure of it all.”
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Toby “Whitecaps” Nipper, 59, retired, from Fort Myers, Florida, in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “I’ve been waiting for this one.”
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Bill “SnoreBringGator” Herrmann, 55, a utility superintendent from Delray Beach, Florida, in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “A life well lived is spent pursuing great challenges, experiencing moments that make you say ‘WOW!,’ and finding joy therein. The UFC does that and more.”
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Vladimir “CrazyRussian” Eremeev, 45, a truck driver from Staten Island, New York, in an inflatable catamaran. Quote: “I have always liked to do impossible things.”
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Makes you wonder why your sitting on your couch right now, and not packing sorting gear for one of these events. You got three days to throw down. Pick an event, UM, EC or FC and come to the dance, you will be inspired.
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The Captain Reporting
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The 2010 Ultimate Florida Challenge Roster:
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Steve “Chief” Isaac, 61, a computer consultant from Clearwater, Florida, and WaterTribe founder, in a Kruger expedition canoe with a full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “This race is at the very top of my bucket list
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Mark “ManitouCruiser” Przedwojewski, 39, builder of the Kruger canoes used by five of the challengers, from Irons, Mich., in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. ManitouCruiser finished second in the 2006 Florida Challenge. Quote: “The earth’s waterways are a most sacred gift. For me water travel is always a life changing experience and I welcome another chance to enjoy the gift.”
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Matt “Wizard” Layden, 48, a boat designer/drafter from Jensen Beach, Florida, in a self-designed and built 9-foot sailboat with enclosed cockpit and lug-rig sail. Wizard finished third in the 2006 Florida Challenge. Quote: “I just want the chance to get out on the water for a few weeks with a goal to sail towards.”
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Nick “Pelican” Hall, 61, a university professor and speaker/consultant from Tampa, Florida, in a Hobie Tandem Island sailing kayak with a solar-powered engine. The boat is entered in a special "experimental" class. Pelican finished fourth in the 2006 Florida Challenge. Quote: “I’m doing the UFC 2010 to underscore the fact that it is possible to do in a kayak with solar power just about anything you’d do in an oil-powered vessel. No matter how far or where you go you can have a continuous source of energy.”
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Jonathan “RunningMouth” Coble, 35, a commercial pilot from Raleigh, North Carolina, in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “Why am I entering the race? The grand adventure of it all.”
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Toby “Whitecaps” Nipper, 59, retired, from Fort Myers, Florida, in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “I’ve been waiting for this one.”
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Bill “SnoreBringGator” Herrmann, 55, a utility superintendent from Delray Beach, Florida, in a Kruger expedition canoe with full sail, outriggers, and a leeboard. Quote: “A life well lived is spent pursuing great challenges, experiencing moments that make you say ‘WOW!,’ and finding joy therein. The UFC does that and more.”
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Vladimir “CrazyRussian” Eremeev, 45, a truck driver from Staten Island, New York, in an inflatable catamaran. Quote: “I have always liked to do impossible things.”
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Makes you wonder why your sitting on your couch right now, and not packing sorting gear for one of these events. You got three days to throw down. Pick an event, UM, EC or FC and come to the dance, you will be inspired.
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The Captain Reporting
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