CT mini reunion: Aug 24-26, 2012
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Topic: CT mini reunion: Aug 24-26, 2012
Posted By: TRBenj
Subject: CT mini reunion: Aug 24-26, 2012
Date Posted: July-18-2012 at 1:19pm
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Ive mentioned it a few times on here, but figured it was time for a formal thread. The Benjamin clan will be hosting the 2nd annual CT mini the weekend of Aug 25, 2012. Here is what can be expected: http://correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=21827&PID=274353" rel="nofollow - 2011 CT mini Not to worry, I have ordered some better weather than last year! Ken has promised us a repeat performance on the parasail, so that will be a real treat. Accomodations will be sparse, but we will do our best to make everyone comfortable. |
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Posted By: storm34
Date Posted: July-18-2012 at 2:59pm
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Looking forward to it! ------------- |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: July-20-2012 at 5:23pm
Count me in 
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Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-20-2012 at 6:57pm
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Umm hell yeah... coming.. might even bring a boat. Guests, tbd asap. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: wakeboardin2k4
Date Posted: July-21-2012 at 11:47pm
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I'll be there with a guest and a boat! Anyone wanna buy a Martinique? ------------- "I'm planning to bring my girl that rides on a trailer with me and leave my girl that complains about camping at home" |
Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: July-22-2012 at 10:54pm
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Tim, I'll be there with the '63 Plastic Classic and will load it up with any Footers that are at least equal to the boat's age, and if we don't have enough, we can drop the age limit. This hull has yet to EVER (almost 50 years) pull a footer to my knowledge. But since I have run it a couple of hours (and enjoyed it's performance!!), I am almost not able to hold off till the CT Mini!! Who will join me?? I'm thinkin' it's got the 8a11$ for 6+! Needed, just a driver and a large "girl friend" in the back seat!! I think more classics will be there as well, so there maybe a Kodak moment. I'm also working on bringing my (formerly your) Tique, but my engine rebuilder is currently looking for a block to replace the one (that was welded but still has lots of cracks) in the boat. Not sure I can get it all together by then, but that story has another day, much like your '79 Barefooter. If Joe from NY is NOT draggin' a boat, he can stop by Exit 26 of the NYST and I can load him up with a tow. UT ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: July-25-2012 at 5:41pm
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Holla. ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: July-27-2012 at 5:38pm
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Todd, would a 64' qualify? If so count me in!! We will be heading East the week before staying at our Lake house on Candlewood, about 30mi from Timmy's. Timmy's on Fri & Sat, Look forward to it!! Anybody around who wants to ski on Candlewood the 18th-23rd drop me a line, Timmy??? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: July-27-2012 at 8:30pm
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Let us know when your in town would love to get together during your week here about 20 min drive for me to candlewood. My cell number is on FB -Phil ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4457 - 2008 Ski Nautique 206 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2683 - 1985 Ski Nautique 2001 Series |
Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: July-28-2012 at 1:20am
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Mr. Quinner Sir, You are more than in!! I'm not that good at math, but I'm thinkin' that anyone born in the '60's qualifies hands down. My brother (Tim's father, Gregg) was born in the 50's and I'm tryin' to get him to man up and drop a ski. Todd ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: July-28-2012 at 12:47pm
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Todd, What the heck is up with that, Gregg footed with all of us at the CCfan reunion on Lake George back in 08'?? Any chance we could dig up several pairs of cut off shorts and some ski belts, LOL, Fill, I will call u for sure, look forward to seeing you and your pops as well!! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: July-30-2012 at 7:37pm
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Thursday midnight arrival, and then driving [with] CQ home Sunday. ------------- |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 1:50pm
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this is turning into quite a crew... Tim (and I assume Greg?) Hollywood Joe Quinner i've never met Chris, Brian, Eric or Chuck but I can't wait...is Reid in the mix? ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 1:55pm
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Its def sounding more like a big crew lol Myself, my GF, and my father. Just praying for awesome weather. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4457 - 2008 Ski Nautique 206 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2683 - 1985 Ski Nautique 2001 Series |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 1:57pm
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The Benjamin family compound will be the home base, so Gregg and Uncle Todd (Got Tiques) will naturally be in attendance. My place has a rocky shoreline and isnt as well suited... but there are a few more docks (and couches) down there for overflow. I have been assured that Reid is most definitely in the mix. Wheres Gottaski at?
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Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 2:11pm
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Tim, was thinking about setting up a tent. I'll probably bring my brother and/or a buddy of mine. |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 2:18pm
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Sounds good, Brian. Pretty sure Ken will be in attendance, not sure if he's planning to bring the new boat or not. ------------- |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 2:21pm
New boat?! I actually haven't seen or talked to him in a little bit. |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 3:46pm
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I think I'll be rolling in friday late afternoon/early evening, may even caravan with Joe, since my boat will be at his place the week before anyway. I think I'll have one girl with me, maybe two...the prettier they are the harder they are to predict. Plan after that is to roll out Monday morning, will bring a tent but plan to play it by ear. ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 4:18pm
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Looks like my +1 is coaching a volleyball practice till 11 or so on Friday, so I would suspect the caravan possibilities with Iaughtnaut are exceedingly high- leaving around lunch or a little before. Hoping Chris(Storm34) and Picture Pat stick around owasco lake for the morning watersports session on friday while the girls are assembling themselves, but with a new boat to meet who knows if Chris will be able to slow his roll that long. As for Quinner (also Chris) - sounds like you are driving over and should be stopping by my place the weekend before? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 5:51pm
------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 6:43pm
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scratch that, 12:46...I get off the red eye fro Seattle at 10:45, I'm thinking I'll just catch a nap at the airport, pick her up when she lands and then grab my boat and fall in line with you by your place around 1:30? ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 6:57pm
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It will be a solid 2 pm depending on plane arrival but we can work it out. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: 63 Skier
Date Posted: July-31-2012 at 9:10pm
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I'm trying to make it, will do my best. Lots of stuff going on that last week before school starts here, plus we may be moving my oldest into her college dorm on Sunday (freshman year), not sure yet. ------------- '63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: 05 210
Date Posted: August-01-2012 at 1:24am
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I'm a solid "maybe" at this point lol. Would love to see all of you guys as its been almost two years. Got a 4 day family camping trip the weekend before and don't know if I'll be able to pull the following weekend off with my work load...I'm working on it though. Mike ------------- http:/diaries/details.asp?ID=2219" rel="nofollow - Air Nautique 210 Team 640 hours, not 1 regret |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-01-2012 at 1:28am
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Posted By: Johnny
Date Posted: August-02-2012 at 5:25pm
| I'm in. Coming in on the same flight as Hollywood and hitching a ride back with Quinner. |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: August-02-2012 at 5:57pm
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No problem Johnny, we got a spot for you right next to aunt Edna!! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: 63 Skier
Date Posted: August-02-2012 at 6:13pm
Must be on the roof rack then. ------------- '63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: August-03-2012 at 12:46pm
Yes, new boat. After searching high and low, I located a 1999 Ski Nautique in Virginia. It has 440 hours on the GT40. 2005 Ram-Lin trailer with little use. I had MacCallum's Boathouse go through the boat and give it a tune-up. Love the super soft wake. I just can't get used to little exhaust noise, mostly transmission whine. I should be at Tim's Friday night or Saturday. Leaving for Las Vegas Sunday again this year. My two girls:  Photo prior to me picking it up:  Interior with extended pylon:  GT40 freshly tuned up with 440 hours:  Ken ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1052&sort=&pagenum=4&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - Nautique 2001 |
Posted By: wakeboardin2k4
Date Posted: August-03-2012 at 12:52pm
WAIT WAIT WAIT! I thought you and Hollywood were an item? I know thats not hollywood in that picture. They look very similar but hollywoods hair is just a tad shorter than that, everything else looks pretty similar ------------- "I'm planning to bring my girl that rides on a trailer with me and leave my girl that complains about camping at home" |
Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: August-03-2012 at 1:00pm
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Yeah, NO! Hollywood isn't quite my type. Life is very good these day my friend! Going looking at some new trucks this weekend. We shall see. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1052&sort=&pagenum=4&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - Nautique 2001 |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: August-03-2012 at 1:00pm
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That's an awesome boat Ken!! I'm planning to bring my girl that rides on a trailer with me and leave my girl that complains about camping at home 
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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: August-03-2012 at 1:04pm
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Thanks, Brian. Very happy with the boat. Allie is absolutely thrilled with it and already got behind the wheel. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1052&sort=&pagenum=4&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - Nautique 2001 |
Posted By: gun-driver
Date Posted: August-08-2012 at 7:48pm
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Ken Nice ride. I noticed the carpet sag in the photos; my '95 signature did the same thing. I peeled it back and got Loctite spray adhesive sprayed both carpet back and side wall. Let it tack then carefully (it’s like using contact cement) reattach the carpet. Hasn’t sagged since. |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 2:41pm
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Timmy, where you at on the head count?? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 2:59pm
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Beats me! Maybe we should get one going. If everyone planning to attend could let me know how many people to expect, and when, that would be great. I'm planning to pick up a bunch of grillable items and a bunch of beer. Any and all food/beverage contributions would be much appreciated! ------------- |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 3:07pm
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Who's bringing the plates and napkins??? ------------- |
Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 3:10pm
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3 here arriving early Saturday morning probably be at the launch at 7ish. Bringing the my 206 this time. I am going to send my dad and Jess out on the boat to your parents house. Where will I be able to park the trailer? down at the barn where I parked last year? Tim let us know any specifics on if you need us to bring anything food wise. Anything to help out. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4457 - 2008 Ski Nautique 206 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2683 - 1985 Ski Nautique 2001 Series |
Posted By: storm34
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 3:15pm
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PicturePat and Storm34 (+1) Pretty sure my boat is already in the water
Us as well...leave a grocery list or to-do list for us Thursday morning. ------------- |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 3:20pm
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Buick at the airport ------------- |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 3:49pm
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Definitely me, may have Maddie, my cousin, dad and a neighbor or two as well, will let you know as we get closer. Bringing beer, there is a meal in every can!! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 4:07pm
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I will bring along some hot dogs, sausage patties, and some salt potatoes. What’s the thought on beer, kegs? If you need help with logistics on that front let me know, if not I am always good for cash. I haven’t decided on whether I am bringing the boat yet. I am hoping for no later than 5-6pm on Friday arrival. I am guessing me plus 1-3 others depending on who can get a hall pass for the weekend. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 6:24pm
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don't know if Joe's counting mine in his headcount or not, we'll be rolling in with him Friday afternoon, me plus one, possibly two, won't know til I get to the airport probably, will have my boat. Can bring whatever, will surely have beer, just need a lit by tomorrow, cause this odyssey starts for me Friday. ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: 05 210
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 11:54pm
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Still a solid " maybe" at this point. Heading out to go camping Friday AM so i'll know better by Tuesday of next week. I can take care of myself on the consumable end of things so don't worry about me. Hoping to bring the wife if I make it down, not sure if I can talk her into a tent two weeks in a row though. Won't have time to get back to the lake to get the boat if I make it, so I'll be looking for a ride if I show Mike ------------- http:/diaries/details.asp?ID=2219" rel="nofollow - Air Nautique 210 Team 640 hours, not 1 regret |
Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: August-15-2012 at 11:56pm
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Tim, I'll be arriving Friday mid-day and am planning to stay at 52 Sandy beach Road and am bringing the Classic and lots of barefoot ropes. Scott is coming as well, arrival time TBD. He bought an X-terra to tow Ken Spurling's '86 2001, so one more mooring!!! I'll be helping out with beverages, food and grocery runs as we find out what is running low. Will be great to see the members, first timers and retunees!!1 Uncle Todd ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: August-16-2012 at 6:27pm
To be clear I am not counting Adam, Kristie, or others in my preliminary headcount... I cannot be held responsible for that crew!  Hell, I would rather not be held responsible for my behavior either. Basically one week out.. Lets see some people jump off the fences... this will be a really good time, in fact I will guarantee it. If you get there and don't have a good time I will personally refund your entry fee. Besides Ken broke his ankle skiing so we are going to need someone else for the parasailing exhibition this year. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: wakeboardin2k4
Date Posted: August-16-2012 at 6:46pm
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Me and my girlfriend will be there. It's not looking good for the mustang to join us but I'm gonna give it a shot. I'm traveling from Saturday to Wednesday so that kills my opportunity to work on the boat. I've really only got tomorrow night. ------------- "I'm planning to bring my girl that rides on a trailer with me and leave my girl that complains about camping at home" |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: August-16-2012 at 7:53pm
I second not being held responsible for my crew. Or for Quinner spending an inordinant amount of time on or around my boat. Write it down, that's happening, haha. ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-20-2012 at 1:13pm
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Its looking like we are going to have an excellent turnout! Only a few days away now... In addition to all the usual stuff you'd bring to the lake, here are a few recommendations on gear: 1. Anchor... we have a lot of dock space and a few moorings, but I think we'll have more boats than normal! 2. Air mattress... We should be able to put a roof over a decent number of heads, so we'll take advantage of any and all floor space. Barring that... 3. Tent. Lots of dry lawn space! 4. Food/Beer. I'm going to pick up a bunch of essentials, but any additional food or drink brought will surely not go to waste. Plenty of grills and refrigerators around to cook and store stuff. A note about parking... this is always a fun one. Those of you who have come in the past have seen the driveway at the Benjamin cottage- its a little steep, and can tight at the bottom if there are a bunch of cars there. Those bringing trailers may be best advised to leave them at the top and walk down. Leaving the truck and trailer at the launch and living out of the boat is fine too!Those who havent been here before... the lake is small (<200 acres), so if you come by water, you cant miss us. Obstructions are few, and generally well marked with buoys. Stay 100' from docks/shore, dont venture *too* far into the narrow coves and you'll be fine. The lake is shallow, with a sandy/muddy bottom. Water temps are currently in the upper 70's. See everyone in a few days! ------------- |
Posted By: Barracuda
Date Posted: August-20-2012 at 1:17pm
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Hi guys, Cheney and I will be there! We should be arriving Friday evening. Can't wait! Thanks in advance to the entire Benjamin family for hosting what is sure to be another epic event! -Brad ------------- Former: http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=759" rel="nofollow - '86 Nautique http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=507" rel="nofollow - '65 Barracuda |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: August-20-2012 at 1:34pm
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Tim, Should I keep food to grillables? A friend of mine owns an Italian Restaurant/Deli and could probably hook me up with some foil trays of pasta/lasagna etc. Heating it up could be a bit of a challenge on a grill, but probably do-able. |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: August-20-2012 at 1:43pm
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Aluminum sandwiches all weekend for me I do not plan on operating any craft besides Pauly's stand up jet-ski. With all this food talk I sure hope the septic tanks are ready. ------------- |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-20-2012 at 1:51pm
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Brian, Goshen is a little remote, but we do have working ovens! Trays of pasta and lasagna would be most excellent! HW, feel free to use the outhouse (or woods). ------------- |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: August-20-2012 at 2:08pm
Ok, good to hear. Eggplant Parmesan doesn't typically do well on the grill 
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Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: August-21-2012 at 12:41am
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Tim, Just PM'd you and Chris Mars on him towing the Tique (with the new scarry fast motor) from Scotia, NY to Tyler. But anyway this looks to be a great weekend, and lots of fun, info sharing, and adult beverages. Looking forward to seeing all, incluing Bruce and Hollywood as I know somewhere back there they are brothers!!! I can see the resemblance!! They both drive Buicks!! UT ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: SN206
Date Posted: August-21-2012 at 1:14am
Hey Quinner, I just put two and two together. I used to live on Candlewood in the Knolls outside New Fairfield. Where is your place at? ------------- ...those who have fallen and those who will. |
Posted By: Mojo
Date Posted: August-21-2012 at 1:30pm
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Man, It sounds like you Tim's is the place to be this weekend.. Sounds like you guys will have a blast... Wish I can make it out, so at least there will be someone responsible enough to talk to the police when they show up hahahaha... Carrie and I are headed to the Key's this weekend for our 50th birthdays. Maybe next summer ????? Moj' ------------- 05' SV211 TE 73' Martinique had:96' SNOB had:76' Nautique had 77 Tique |
Posted By: juniorwoody
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 7:59am
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Sure wish I could make this event that is close to home but three weeks in Italy takes precedent. Hope the weather holds out for you all. Maybe my son bwinn will take a ride over hard to say. Jack ------------- The value of money spent on new adventure far exceeds the value of money saved for the future |
Posted By: Morfoot
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 9:36am
Well, I get a text msg from reid telling me to pack a bag, catch a flight to Charlotte on Wednesday and drive up with him in the Race City RV. Sooooooo, guess I'm on a plane this afternoon and road tripping with Reid. I must be crazy....  Should be interesting to say the least. Ohhhhh, Bully will be making the trip as I still have custody of him. ------------- "Morfoot; He can ski. He can wakeboard.He can cook chicken.He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. A man of many talents."72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 11:28am
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Good deal, Tim! ------------- |
Posted By: gun-driver
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 11:58am
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I think if this CT mini keeps growing in popularity Tim’s going to have to buy a couple more houses for next year.
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Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 12:59pm
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Ha, I hope not... 2 is my limit! Rumor has it there will be guest appearances made by a few people not actively participating in this thread... including Gottaski and Mark Mel. Hopefully, anyone still on the fence can swing it! The current count is looking to be approx 40-50 people and ~18 boats. ------------- |
Posted By: GottaSki
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 1:47pm
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heh, whoops! Yes, I'll get there Sunday morning to meet you guys, participate in the carrying on, and general mayhem. ------------- "There is nothing, absolutely nothing, half so much worthwhile as messing around with boats...simply messing." River Rat to Mole |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: August-22-2012 at 1:55pm
Our place is in Sherman at Holiday Point, North end of the lake ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 3:04am
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chris mars and picture pat just departed scotia ny headed for tyler Chris Chris Mars and Picture Pat just departed Scotia, NY headed for Tyler with the '78 Tique in tow. This boat has a "just rebuilt" motor that needs a few adjustments, but should benefit from all of the experts and come home better than when it left. I am really impressed with the turnout so far, and if anyone is on the fence, or thinking of coming for an hour or day, Please come, as it will be a really positive experience!! and FUN. Hope to see more guests, to enjoy a common interest!! Thanks, Todd (UT) ny ct mini ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: storm34
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 5:33am
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Todd, Made it to Goshen with the Tique safe and sound. She's put away with the cover on and tucked in the spare drive way. Can't wait to see daylight.... All those who are on the fence better get here quick! Lots of fun to be had this weekend. We've logged 27 hours in the truck thus far so no excuses!!!!!! ------------- |
Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 9:30am
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Chris, Many thanks to you and Pat for the tow job. I'm jealous that you guys will have an extra day, while I'm at work, but I'll join you Mid-day Friday. To all - Weather is going to be perfect, and the company and boats will be even better!! Join us!! You heard Chris, No excuses. Todd ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 11:06am
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The 2 Iowa boys were still asleep when I left the house this morning... hopefully theyre up early enough to take advantage of the glass. Hate to leave the lake when it looks like that! Uncle Todd's Tique is in the driveway... looks like we'll get to line it up against its bigger brother, as our '79 BFN should be making an appearance sometime today. With any luck, they'll both be in the water tomorrow. Shaping up to be an excellent weekend! ------------- |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 1:39pm
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As I told Tim a couple months ago, the bad news is I won't make the event this year. The good news is, its because I live in NC now. I suppose I could have caravanned up with the southern contingent, but having made the NC-NE trip 472 times this past year, I think I will stay put, sit on the dock and enjoy a "sweet tea" You never know who might stop by. Todd was holding a spot for me in the Senior Division Barefoot line behind the classic, as when the event was first announced, I didnt know I was going to be here by now. I'm disappointed I won't be a part of that. Maybe he'll throw a skierless rope off the back as a tribute to my absence....or maybe not. Y'all have fun and watch those head in the rocks parasail starts. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 1:48pm
Larry, we may be able to do one better than that... we could send your body double:  ------------- |
Posted By: Morfoot
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 2:03pm
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Well, the southern contingent made it safely to Quinners Tree house. Weve met his wonderful neighbor Bill and now we are getting ready to hit the water. We both are going on just a couple hours sleep between to two of us so I imagine it will be an early night for us. See the rest of y'all later. ------------- "Morfoot; He can ski. He can wakeboard.He can cook chicken.He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. A man of many talents."72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 2:06pm
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Good deal, wish I could have checked out Candlewood while CQ was in town. You guys headed up this way later today, or in the AM? ------------- |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: August-23-2012 at 2:13pm
That could work, no one would know the difference.   Of course if kneeboard boy Quinner is one of the senior line, I am guessing there will still be the skierless rope. Although I do have to say, at Lake George in 08, When we were trying a 5 or 6 man line, kneeboard boy and I were, on one of the attempts, the only two to make it. I hollered to him we should drop and try again. I always regretted our not finishing the doubles run. Next time. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 1:48am
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Been on a 6 man line at Reid's. Had the dubious honor of stepping off next to kneeboard boy. Yikes. Can I get in line for the seniors double run Larry? I got experiance and references;  Airtique98..69-me..61 and Ralph Shick..72 (I think). From last summer at Norris. Did take a 3 man with me, Bill and H.W this year but no-one has sent me pics yet. john ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 2:09am
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Yup, you're hired John. That is an impressive line, you guys. Good for you. One of these days John, we'll get together behind the boat. I do drills to sustain my youthful exuberence, just to keep up with you. This is from a couple weeks ago.  ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 2:21am
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nice 1 foot. Never could do them very good. thanx for the props but those two guys on the swim plat just let me tag along. They are way badder than me and have been for a long time. Two of my heros. me and you...someday soon! john ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 11:37am
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My plus one flaked out but the good news is that means I can leave early and stay late I'm on the road I'll be there 1 PM at the latest ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 11:43am
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I'll be working from home in the morning for a bit, picking up my pasta (1 tray of lasagna and 1 tray of eggplant parm) at about 1. Wishing I was leaving earlier. Should be there by 4, I think it's about a 2 1/2 to 3 hour drive from here. I have a couple cardboard boxes full of tools in my Jeep for the summer. Should I keep them in there for the trip in case anyone needs? My special interest tools include by Carb Wrench, Holley Vacuum Gauge, and a thermo temp gun. Good selection of wrenches and sockets too. |
Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 11:50am
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Lucky all of you, I have to work till 5:30 today wishing I was on the lake like yesterday... Like I said I will be at the launch hopefully between 7-7:30 tomorrow morning. Anyone going to be awake? -Phil cell is 203-515-8217 ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4457 - 2008 Ski Nautique 206 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2683 - 1985 Ski Nautique 2001 Series |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 12:17pm
 If last year is any indication, no, there won't be. Other than you pulling Brad and I on a misty early morning BF run, the place was pretty darn quiet. After Brad and I wrapped up we went in and were dripping on Hollywood, telling him to get up and it was still a couple hours before he surfaced. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: Got Tiques
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 12:20pm
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Phil, Yes, someone will be awake and maybe "still up". Call 491-3368 land line and we'll help launch and get across. Thanks, Todd ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4811" rel="nofollow - '78 Ski Tique |
Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 12:22pm
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Nice, lol I can bet Brad will be awake somehow..... ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4457 - 2008 Ski Nautique 206 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2683 - 1985 Ski Nautique 2001 Series |
Posted By: Barracuda
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 5:09pm
Smart bet Phil With a little luck, we'll get there tonight before it gets too dark. Bringing a little surprise for the Benjamin clan. Tim- BFN in the water? I'm getting excited now  Safe travels to all! -Brad ------------- Former: http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=759" rel="nofollow - '86 Nautique http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=507" rel="nofollow - '65 Barracuda |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 6:53pm
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Looks like a great turn out for the weekend or the 4 day FUN !! Be safe and enjoy the time. Dave ------------- Jbear, said to me wow if it was'nt for this site we would never had met for this to happen.... |
Posted By: wakeboardin2k4
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 9:13pm
 And that was not in a car or on a trailer....  ------------- "I'm planning to bring my girl that rides on a trailer with me and leave my girl that complains about camping at home" |
Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 9:59pm
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Eric, hope that's not your new girl strapped in the front seat. See you guys in the morning. Got the '99 all ready to rock and roll. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1052&sort=&pagenum=4&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - Nautique 2001 |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: August-24-2012 at 11:16pm
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Top gun !! ------------- Jbear, said to me wow if it was'nt for this site we would never had met for this to happen.... |
Posted By: wakeboardin2k4
Date Posted: August-25-2012 at 1:09am
 ------------- "I'm planning to bring my girl that rides on a trailer with me and leave my girl that complains about camping at home" |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: August-25-2012 at 11:50am
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They are thinking about doing 2 shots at the same time....:) ------------- Jbear, said to me wow if it was'nt for this site we would never had met for this to happen.... |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: August-25-2012 at 1:02pm
Yeah, I think it's what wakeboarders call a "double-up." ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: bhectus
Date Posted: August-25-2012 at 2:57pm
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Halfway through Saturday and no pics of the morning runs? ------------- '02 Ski Nautique 196 w/ 5.7 Apex bowtie - Sold '87 Barefoot - sold '97 Super Sport Nautique - originally custom built for Walt Meloon '97 Ski Nautique '83 SN 2001 |
Posted By: jackiewdeen
Date Posted: August-26-2012 at 12:43am
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You guys make me sick. All that fun and I am not there. IAughtNaut filled me in on some of the details. Too much fun!!!! I would like to be counted in Next year. Would a 1947 birthdate qualify me for the Senior barefoot group. I think this sounds like what a gathering of "ski boys" and their toys should be about. Need pictures to prove my sons claims of a " great" gathering. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5597" rel="nofollow - 75 Nautique |
Posted By: Morfoot
Date Posted: August-26-2012 at 10:32am
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Morning guys! Lots of skiing still going on as some of the footers are getting ready to hit the glass this morning. Its been a great weekend thus far. We tried to get 11 skiers up behind Joe's 83 at dusk last night but we were too much for even Joe's boat. PicturePat has the evidence as he was in the boat. In the end only 6 got up but it was fun trying. Reid was king of the hill as he was last man standing by the time they headed back. LOTS of pics have been taken but y'all will just have to wait till we get to some computers and upload them. The Benjamin Klan has gone more than above and beyond in making sure everyone is being taken care off. They're absolutely fantastic folks! ------------- "Morfoot; He can ski. He can wakeboard.He can cook chicken.He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. A man of many talents."72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" |
Posted By: Bri892001
Date Posted: August-27-2012 at 12:43am
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I was tough to leave today. Awesome weekend. Couldn't have asked for nicer weather, a better time or more gracious hosts. Here is the 7 person trick start: |
Posted By: Barracuda
Date Posted: August-27-2012 at 10:19am
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WOW - what a great weekend! Cheney and I had a blast! Thanks a million to the fantastic hosts- the Benjamins- you guys went all out for this one! Was great to see everyone again and meet new fans too. We've got a lot of photos to process and post soon. Hope everyone had a safe trip home- especially those of you traveling long distances. -Brad btw- for those of you wondering, I was the submarine in that mega trick line. ------------- Former: http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=759" rel="nofollow - '86 Nautique http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=507" rel="nofollow - '65 Barracuda |
Posted By: IAughtNaut
Date Posted: August-27-2012 at 10:20am
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When I awoke this morning on quiet lake Benjamin, All of the skiers have done headed in. There's no morning foot run, no rumble of boats, And somewhere Hollywood's probably wearing his own clothes. Morfoot was here with his man-friend Reid P, A couple of Marses with a girl named Zoey. A couple of Toms, and good old Chris Quinn, Not to mention a whole slew of Benjamins. Joe in everywhere made the drive, As if anyone's surprised. Late friday nigh a barracuda was sighted, And when he pulled out the new orange shot ski the crowd was delighted. There was surfing and a ski from the sky, And several rookies found something new to try. Trick skis surged back into popularity, And as the sun went down some fool ended up on a parasail (that'd be me). In the end good times were had by all, We all skied, drank some beer, and enjoyed some good falls. I'll be back next year with my dad, with any luck, But as we start to clean up the yard all I can think is, going back to work is gonna suck. A big old thank you to Tim, Greg, and Todd for hosting all us fools, and to all the fans who came out and played, you guys are awesome. It was a great weekend, and if (or should I say when this happens again next year, anybody withing flying distance should make the trip. Time to get my bird back on the trailer and hit the road. Deen out. ------------- bring the ruckus http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5347" rel="nofollow - 2000 Pro Air |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: August-27-2012 at 1:20pm
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Wow, what a great weekend! Thanks to everyone for coming out- what an incredible group of people... too much fun. We wrung the weekend out for all it was worth, and then some! Safe travels to those who are hauling back to points west and south today. I'm dragging at work, but it was totally worth it. Cant wait to do it again! I have a few pictures, but theyre low quality and a few arent quite PG rated... so I'll defer to the pro's (Pat and Tim)... this event was very well documented. A+++ all around! ------------- |
Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: August-27-2012 at 2:31pm
nice poetry! someone should put music to this words! Can´t wait for the pictures! ------------- <a href="">1992 ski nautique |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: August-27-2012 at 2:49pm
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Did the Seniors Division get their line behind the Classic? How many Classics made it there? Photos? ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |