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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-02-2008, 8:15 AM
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It's that time of year again, when Santa and his Elf's dawn their wake gear and roll along the I90 and 520 bridges spreading Christmas joy. This year we have two Santa boats, Jeff's VLX and Dave's 211. We will be rolling out from Gene Coulan Park 9am Christmas eve morning. We'll be done around noon and return to the dock for lunch at Ivar's. All who wish to participate are invited. I need to get a head count so who's in?
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Join Date: May 2002
12-02-2008, 7:42 PM
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Cliff, I'm planning to make it this year if the weather permits. Maybe I can drag Brad or Jason along.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-03-2008, 6:00 AM
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Brad will be in Montana but Jason has no excuse.
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-03-2008, 11:56 AM
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What? How'd I get nominated to bring a boat? Tell you what....... I'll provide the boat if Hahn actually gets into one of them this year (you don't have to ride but you have to go). LOL!
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-03-2008, 12:12 PM
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You guys want me to bring a MC? I am down for some cold water slashing!!
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Join Date: Jun 2003
12-03-2008, 12:22 PM
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I might try and make it out if someone has some extra room. Darren?
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Join Date: May 2001
12-03-2008, 4:41 PM
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I was going to say that if I didn't have to work I would be down but we all know I am way too much of a big fat sissy to get in the water right now.
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-03-2008, 5:08 PM
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I was thinking of taking out the X35. Brett I got room. Unless you guys want to ride behind something else?
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-03-2008, 5:32 PM
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Darren, It would be great if you brought out one of those big boats. Robert, Your in sucka. You don't have to ride but you do have to wear the outfit and drink the energy drinks. Dave, I nominated your boat, hah! Brett, Ya gotta go now that you have a drysuit. It would be fun if you could get Brett V., Eddie, and some of the guys to go as well. Greg, You know you and Jason will be taken care of. I also got a call from Gary C. tonight. He's in this year and bringing his boat if needed.
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Join Date: May 2001
12-03-2008, 8:28 PM
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I do actually have to work so I will be drinking energy drinks and wearing my pepsi hat at the book store. I will be thinking of how crazy you guys are though.
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Join Date: Sep 2006
12-03-2008, 8:37 PM
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Sounds really fun! mind if I tag along?
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Join Date: Jan 2004
12-03-2008, 8:45 PM
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If there is room in Jeff's boat or Darren brings out the MC, I am in. Darren - Does Santa or an Elf surf behind the MC?
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Join Date: Oct 2005
12-04-2008, 12:43 AM
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I'm down for sure! There's a slalom course along I90 right? Ken Burnard and I are going to have a wakeboard slalom battle.
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Join Date: Feb 2001
12-04-2008, 1:24 AM
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you guys are nuts. carry on.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-04-2008, 5:46 AM
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Nick, All are invited. Laci, You had to bring up surfing didn't ya. #3, Ken is one of the originals, he should be coming every year. I'm sure the Sky Skiers will have a boat out this year as well. Joe, We put you in a South Park Kenny outfit and you'll be fine. It would be fun to film this little gathering and you have skills to do it.
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Join Date: Oct 2001
12-04-2008, 7:07 AM
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I'm in Huntington Beach freezing my arse off and it's only 60 degrees. What makes you guys think I could bare 48? Not going to happen.......
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-04-2008, 9:08 AM
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Hahn, I've got a cute little snow bunny outfit for you to wear on the boat this year.
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-04-2008, 2:06 PM
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Don't challenge Shred to a wakeboard slalom you will get smoked!!
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Join Date: Sep 2002
12-04-2008, 4:58 PM
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If Laci surfs, I will know there is no Santa.
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-04-2008, 9:26 PM
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The boat is weighted and ready. 2000lb plus 4 people will make a great wake. If you like that sort of thing............ Jason, Daren P hint, hint, hint
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Join Date: Oct 2005
12-05-2008, 3:29 AM
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Shred might have the upper hand with his custom narrowed down HO/Hype XP but it better be a sunny day for his sake because I don't think he can rip as hard without his RayBans and croakies on. Darren, I can help you drop the boat if ya need me to. I hope everything's going well at the new spot!
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Join Date: Sep 2002
12-05-2008, 5:23 AM
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Greg and Jayson, one of you better take my spot. It's not every day you get to ride the epic Santa run. Do me proud boys.
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Join Date: May 2002
12-05-2008, 4:53 PM
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Jae G Master, maybe you'll get sick and the wife will have to travel to Montana without you...
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-09-2008, 12:24 PM
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I still haven't heard Jackober say he's coming..........
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Join Date: Jul 2008
12-09-2008, 2:52 PM
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That's a bit of a trek for jackober .... from OtisOrchards to Seattle...
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-09-2008, 4:22 PM
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Stepper, you in? III, we need to put on a wakeboard slalom contest this summer!!
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Join Date: Apr 2002
12-10-2008, 7:36 AM
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As fun as riding with you guys again sounds, the thought of leaving home on Christmas Eve to drive for 4+ hours and then turn around and head home so I can be with my family for Christmas, just doesn't appeal to me Im sure you guys will have a blast as usual and I intend on getting over there to enjoy some of your early season butter on Sammammish in a couple of months! Thanks for the envite and rip it up. I look forward to seeing the video/pics! Merry Christmas
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Join Date: Apr 2004
12-10-2008, 11:37 AM
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Lewis and I are in. Dave - 2000lbs sounds like a good starting point, but you know I don't like to make any commitments. 'Cause Shaniqua's got a big ol' wake ... so I'm leaving you.
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-10-2008, 11:49 AM
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You suck. I'll remember that B. Donk. I'm sure I can find some "pussies" that will want to ride behind my tight, skinny wake. Shaniqua has nothing on my girl.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-10-2008, 12:16 PM
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"As fun as riding with you guys again sounds, the thought of leaving home on Christmas Eve to drive for 4+ hours and then turn around and head home so I can be with my family for Christmas, just doesn't appeal to me" Long winded answer = short translation... I'd love to go but there's now way my wife is going to let me get away with it. Keep your spirits up and we'll see ya in a couple months.
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Join Date: Apr 2002
12-10-2008, 12:26 PM
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Cliff, Good thing my wife doesn't see these posts, or she would kick my butt and then be on the way to Seattle to kick yours! Later
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Join Date: Jul 2002
12-11-2008, 11:12 AM
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It sounds like you all have a blast on any crazy trip that you guys do! Don't forget your drysuit!
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Join Date: Aug 2007
12-15-2008, 5:40 AM
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Have a good time, I'm sure it will be fun... I'll be in Tennessee seeing my mom, see you on the water in January Cliff!
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Join Date: Jul 2008
12-15-2008, 3:38 PM
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D, I'm afraid it will be a little bit too cold for me. Since all I have is 4/3 and 3/2 wetsuits! But you all are more than welcome to stop by the house afterwards for a drink and to warm up since I'm 2blks from Coulon Park.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-15-2008, 5:41 PM
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Mike, We have a double xl drysuit with your name on it.
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Join Date: Jul 2008
12-17-2008, 11:18 AM
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Cliff... now this is tempting ..... I just might have to join in the festivities.
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Join Date: Apr 2002
12-17-2008, 11:19 AM
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Do it Stepper you will have a blast!
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Join Date: Feb 2008
12-17-2008, 11:50 AM
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I'm trying to con the wife into it have o6 vlx how many other boats are going wife looks good in her little santa outfit (Message edited by my_malibu on December 17, 2008)
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-17-2008, 1:22 PM
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If it's not raining/snowing I will be bringing either a Xstar/X15/X35. Any preferences?
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Join Date: Jun 2003
12-17-2008, 3:18 PM
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Darren, one of each should be fine. I vote 35 since not many people have ridden it.
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Join Date: Oct 2005
12-18-2008, 12:48 AM
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However if it IS snowing, we should hit up some snow partol! D-Lam, let's float a 35 if Lake WA isn't frozen over by then. Aren't you glad that that all of your boats will get ordered with heaters now?
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-18-2008, 7:39 AM
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Stepper, Let me know and I'll make sure we bring it. Darren, Let's see that 35. Craig, You wouldn't need your boat, but your more than welcome to bring it. #3, Love to see someone slide the snow on shore and then back to the water. Hmmmmm... I might even give it a shot with the Roam.
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Join Date: Feb 2008
12-18-2008, 10:48 AM
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it would be myself ,wife and 2 year old son got room would save me driving the boat up from puyallup
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Join Date: Sep 2002
12-18-2008, 2:49 PM
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Cliff, you know you don't want to talk smack to the Inland NW guys. Remember, we love our guns...
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-19-2008, 12:46 PM
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35 it is!!
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-19-2008, 6:12 PM
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If this stays correct or the snow at my place isn't gone. The boat is out for Wednesday morning. http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/98056?from=hrly_topnav_undeclared
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Join Date: Jan 2004
12-19-2008, 6:44 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-19-2008, 6:57 PM
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Andy, 47 water 49 air phhhttt. Your talking spring conditions on our lake.
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Join Date: Jan 2004
12-19-2008, 7:03 PM
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did you read the whole thing? dude had his boardshorts around his ankles...main problem...shrinkage plus those temps are why we live here in CA.
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Join Date: May 2001
12-19-2008, 8:33 PM
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The thermometer says 23 right now and I am sure the water is down into the 40s. Not anywhere near the 100 degree rule. You guys are going to freeze. Sounds like fun.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-19-2008, 10:35 PM
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Andy, Been there, done that. That's my shrinkage at the end of the video. http://www.wakepics.com/video/12922/two-four-ounce-glasses (Message edited by Seattle on December 19, 2008)
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-19-2008, 11:15 PM
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Have fun guys! We'll be in Jolly Old England where the weather is actually looking better than here! Sunny and in the 40s is the predictions, go figure!
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-20-2008, 10:51 AM
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I forgot about the good old "2 four oz glass evening" What a crazy weekend that was!!!
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-20-2008, 9:42 PM
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Fifteen degrees and 40mph winds with snow as we speak!. WTF has happened to Seattle???
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-22-2008, 10:29 AM
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Ok... Given the forecast, I'm looking to see who's still in? I want to make sure we have enough boats to pull it off if the weather cuts us a break.
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-22-2008, 1:53 PM
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It ain't lookin good Cliff. 34degrees and 70% chance of rain/snow. If it's not raining/snowing I am still up for it.
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Join Date: Jul 2001
12-22-2008, 2:16 PM
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Cliff I'm in, but IF and only IF I can get my boat out. Right now there is about 14 inches of snow in front of it
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-22-2008, 4:38 PM
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I'm in but can't provide the boat. 13in of snow & conpact snow/ice down the hill to the lake.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-23-2008, 8:33 AM
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Well guys, It's not looking good for tomorrow. I'll have to let everyone know first thing in the morning but with a 90% chance of snow our Santa run is growing dimmer. I'll post up tomorrow at 7am to finalize.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-23-2008, 2:35 PM
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Both Sammamish and Washington have been butter all day today. Praying it looks like this tomorrow.
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Join Date: May 2002
12-23-2008, 5:36 PM
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I'm out...still digging out and more snow on the way tomorrow.
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Join Date: Aug 2008
12-23-2008, 9:49 PM
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I want to come out and join you guys but i don't think i am going to be able to break away. have fun out there! Stay warm! (I am guessing freezing rain is about the only thing that would make this miserable) I usually wail till jan to winterize but this year i did it early... otherwise i would offer up my 23LSV. Maybe next year. (boat's sitting here alseep in the heated garaged and i know she would love to see some water (or ice.) (Message edited by gregtay on December 23, 2008)
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Join Date: Apr 2006
12-23-2008, 10:06 PM
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You guys are f-ing nuts to be towing your boats to the lake with the roads around here. I couldn't get my boat down my street if I wanted to. Good luck hope you guys have a blast.
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Join Date: Jul 2003
12-24-2008, 8:04 AM
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Who's boat is going out? I'm sitting herre in my drysuit baking my arsh off waiting. Are we letting 2in of new snow stop us? Currently 28 degrees and snowing at my house.
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Join Date: Aug 2007
12-24-2008, 8:22 AM
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Haha, you are wearing your drysuit at home?
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Join Date: Aug 2008
12-24-2008, 8:30 AM
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its dumping snow on education hill in Redmond... sitting by the cozy fire sounds like a really good idea. Maybe Santa can come out on NewYears?
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Join Date: Mar 2002
12-24-2008, 8:33 AM
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Yep, Had to call it off for the first time in eight years. For anyone who's interested I've already got a New Years Day run on Sammamish in the works.
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Join Date: Oct 2001
12-24-2008, 8:44 AM
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I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!
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Join Date: Apr 2003
12-24-2008, 10:45 AM
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Well, there is always next year. Hope to see you all at the Seattle Boat Show, I'll be the one taking deposits on the new Mastercraft 300.
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Join Date: Oct 2005
12-24-2008, 12:13 PM
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Bum deal dudes, probably not the best idea to launch a boat on a ramp with nearly a foot of snow on it. However, I did get to snowboard down all the hills that were too gnarly to skate down the other night! Cliff, count me in for a New Year Run. Despite the weather, this thread has got me itching for some water time!
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Join Date: Sep 2002
01-01-2009, 7:32 AM
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WTF??? You guys are lame. I leave Seattle and for the first time in 8 years you cancel it. I guess so much for the good ol' NWHC. I hang my head in shame. Happy frikken' New Year.
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Join Date: Jul 2003
01-01-2009, 9:05 AM
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If you really cared you'd have stayed and would've been here pushing Cliff to drop his boat in the water. LOL! Happy NEW YEAR to all of you NWIHC riders.
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Join Date: May 2003
01-01-2009, 11:38 AM
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What a drag - sorry you guys didn't get to ride this year! But don't worry, me and my crew took a set here in Texas in your honor! Merry Christmas!
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Join Date: Mar 2002
01-01-2009, 11:44 AM
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Nice Dan... We got skunked again today. 30mph gusts and white caps all across the lake. Going on a month since my boat hit the water now. Bradly, Don't you have a couple more feet of snow to shovel today??? Livin in the CD aint no joke Yo!
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Join Date: Mar 2002
01-01-2009, 11:47 AM
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Almost forgot... Pateros reservations this morning. Sept 2nd through 7th. I got the entire left wing again. I've also added a boys week this summer. Jul 22nd through 25th. I've got the entire top deck fire station side for that one.
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Join Date: Mar 2002
01-01-2009, 1:23 PM
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No early season Shasta trip this year?
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Join Date: Sep 2002
01-01-2009, 2:02 PM
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Cliff, FYI I do need to go shovel the 8" we got this morning.
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