October 27, 2024: Vintage Skeeter in NY

Hagarty built Skeeter from the late 1940’s. Possibly owned by Ray Ruge. 23’ Mast. 18’ plank made in 1986. Springboard. Very good rigging. Sail is sound and usable with no rips. All blocks are new. Good runners. sharpened and profiled with aluminum stiffeners. Ball bearing pillow block chocks. All new covers. Except for the frame, everything is new on the trailer. Restored about 8 years ago and in storage for the last 30 yrs. Very solid boat that sails beautifully. Additional photos on request.
Asking $2,000
$1500
Rochester, NY
guyljy@gmail.com

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