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Dan Heaney has made steady progress with his Alcort Skeeter restoration project in Neenah, WI. As some of you may remember from a previous post, it’s worth noting that the Alcort Company of Connecticut, which initially gained fame for developing the Sunfish, has roots in iceboat manufacturing.
Via Dan Heaney:
The boat is a work in progress as it required some repair and tender loving care. I hope to have it on the ice this winter. A photo shows the remains of the original “Alcort” identifying decal. The decal is located above the steering wheel. The boat has a 75 SqFt sail.
I completed the following work:
New Deck
New Bottom
Added a Springboard
Adding foot steering
Firs of all, welcome to all ice sailors competing in the 2023 E Scow Nationals on Lake Mendota. The MARY B appears ready to lift off at Marshall Park in Madison, WI, where she’s on display along with the famous Class A Skeeter INSANITY. The Mendota Yacht Club is hosting the 2023 E Scow Nationals 100 Year Celebration. The racing begins today. As of this morning, just a few boats shy of the 130 boat record from the 1999 E Scow Invitationals on Mendota are registered and will race in one line. Event website here.
SOLD!3 Iceboats With Trailer
One DN, One Skimmer-style iceboat, and a Windstar iceboat. One 12’x8’ Interstate cargo trailer to haul them all in.
DN includes 3 sets of runners, 2 Kenyon, one Polish fiberglass mast with T hound, and two sets of shrouds. Skimmer-style can fit two passengers. Lots of extra parts.
Sold as package in Iowa City, Iowa
$2500 OBO
Here’s another Iceboat Swap Meet for your calendar. Here’s your chance to get into the sport if you are in the Minneapolis area.
MINNESOTA SWAP MEET
Hosted by Tim Carlson at Sailcrafters Loft and Rigging. Date: Saturday, November 4. Time: 9 AM – Noon CT Location: 7450 Oxford Street St. Louis Park, MN 55426
Mike’s hometown, Menominee Michigan, shares the good news.
Renegader Mike Derusha is no stranger to the winter podium, having won numerous Renegade Championships, but one championship has eluded him until now. Congratulations to Renegader Mike Derusha for winning the 2023 Ensign Nationals. Results.
Mike Derusha pushes off at the start of the race at the 2022 ISA on Lake Monona.
