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2008 Northeast Reunion Recap

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Topic: 2008 Northeast Reunion Recap
Posted By: FFtwentythree
Subject: 2008 Northeast Reunion Recap
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 12:50am
Well we were on the water all day up here in Lake george and an awesome time had by all.met a few new friends and had a good night at the awards dinner ...hats off to all the supporters

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1966 Correct Craft Mustang



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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 2:40pm
Fantastic event!













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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 9:29pm


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Posted By: Norestr
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 10:22pm
GREAT TIME IN LAKE GEORGE NY!!! Thank you everyone!!

Both boats ran great, thanks Craig and Fred at New England Correct Craft...

I really wanted some flat water to run the 77 SN (with the new 315HP) against the big dogs, maybe next year...

69 Barracuda took 1st in class, thanks to all who voted.

Paige (Barracuda Chick) and I will be at many more, see you soon.

Neil

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Norestr


Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 10:34pm
Here are some of the photos I have put together.










Hope these show how much fun the start of the weekend was. Plenty more to show later. I had a great time meeting everyone especially Quinner know me and my father as FILL and FILLLL lol. Thanks also to Dave Hendricks "The Godfather" What a hilarious guy he is. Thanks for the stickers for my new Silverado to represent Correct Craft the right way.

-Phil Olkoski

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Posted By: shawnmc
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 10:44pm
was the boat auctioned off for charity and if so I hope Keith found a way to get it


Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 10:49pm
Keith will fill everyone in later on that story on what is happening to the boat when he gets home tonight. All I can say is it is going to continue representing this wonderful website.

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Posted By: 05 210
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 11:34pm
Originally posted by lfskizzer lfskizzer wrote:

Keith will fill everyone in later on that story on what is happening to the boat when he gets home tonight. All I can say is it is going to continue representing this wonderful website.


Nicely handled Phil.

   If I didn't know better,I'd say that last pic looks like an Illegal Floatilla....you know that's against the rules in Sandy Bay .

   What a great time.Was nice to meet some new friends & see some old friends.The wide array of boats represented was incredible.Thanks go out to all the sponsors and everyone who helped make it happen.I didn't manage to snap a bunch of photos so hopefully it won't be too long before everyone gets a chance to post 'em up.

Also wanted to give a shout out to Joe Fennessy (JoeinNY)for hauling my boatless self around all day Saturday.Thanks for the pulls and the hospitality Joe.I won't soon forget those speakers,that stroker motor or the ride from Sandy Bay to Log Bay.

    Mike

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 11:46pm
It was a great time. What a great group of people. The boats were good, too. Fantastic job by Keith and everyone else involved. I got quite a few pics.











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Posted By: 05 210
Date Posted: September-14-2008 at 11:53pm
   Glad you and the boys made it home safely,Bruce.It was good to see you guys again.

    Mike

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 12:11am
Mike, it was an easy ride. 5 hours, 10 minutes, no traffic. The boys had a blast. We really enjoyed everyone we met and seeing our old friends. We're going to make a vacation of it next year.



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Posted By: Luchog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 12:22am
WHO WON THE RACE?????

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Posted By: JamesE
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 1:19am
I hope everyone gets home safely. I had a great time as I'm sure everyone else did. I didn't really know anyone that well before this reunion. But everyone was very friendly and welcoming. Thanks everyone! What an amazing group of people. Here's a few pictures that I have.






Posted By: farmer
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 1:39am

We had a great time. Big thanks to Keith for doing a great job. Here are a few pics. More to come.








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Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 4:11am
Originally posted by shawnmc shawnmc wrote:

was the boat auctioned off for charity and if so I hope Keith found a way to get it


Many of you expressed how much you wanted me to have this boat, and for that I'm very humbled and thankful. In the end, we were unable to make that happen. However, the next best scenario was that that boat remain in the CorrectCraftFan.com family by going to someone who would respect this boat for what it is and what it represents.

I'm happy to announce that a group comprised of Reid Pinkham, John Morrow, and Tony Quinn, along with HQ Marine of NC, has taken over ownership of the boat. No only will this group take exceptional care of this boat but will also continue to share it with the fans bringing it to future CCF reunions in Green Lake and Lake George.

I really, really want to thank Adirondack Marine for all their hard work and support, and this group who will be taking such great care of the CCF boat. Proceeds from the sale of the boat where given to CCF -- an overly generous gesture for which I am also humbled and thankful.

The boat leaves Lake George tomorrow, bound for NC.

I will be posting many, many photos from this fantastic weekend shortly. Thank you to all who attended, it was you who made this event so fantastic.

-Keith


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Posted By: TRIP
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 4:32am
That's cool! Congratulations all

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Posted By: Mark Mel
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 3:10pm
It was a great event and I have lots of pics and vids that I will post shortly.

I knew it was going to be a great weekend regardless of the weather when as soon as I pulled in and rolled down my window to ask where to put the boat, everyone stuck their hands in the window to shake mine, in the pouring rain. They said drop it here we'll push it into a space. What a great group of people.

Being in the right place at the right time, I think I got the first "fan" ski behind the Orange Crush. Followed shortly by the first spectacular yardsale, bell ringing OTF.

The only complaint, it was too short. Not enough time to hang out with people and not enough time to ski/foot. lol

Pics and vids to come soon.



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Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 3:27pm
Originally posted by Mark Mel Mark Mel wrote:

I knew it was going to be a great weekend regardless of the weather when as soon as I pulled in, everyone stuck their hands in mine. They said drop it here we'll push it into a behind.

The only complaint, it was too short. Not enough to hang out. lol


That must have been Ken.

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Posted By: Mark Mel
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 3:42pm
Damn I really have to proof read my posts with the minds of some of you in here. lol

Although if you compare my post with the quote allegedly attributed to me, they don't quite match up.

Watch out, I'll be looking for posts of yours to chop up. ;)

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Posted By: Mojo
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 3:52pm
Good looking pics so far... Looks like the temps both air and water were a bit on the chilly side.. But all in all, everyone had a great time..

Yes, the events are short in time, long on memory...

Just have to start on Thursday now .....

Moj'

BTW, the 196 with the white accent graphics was the right choice... Really sweet looking machine.. Reid will take such good care of that boat.. Couldn't have gone to a better CC lover !!



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73' Martinique
had:96' SNOB
had:76' Nautique
had 77 Tique

       



Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 4:45pm












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Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 4:48pm
Originally posted by Mark Mel Mark Mel wrote:


Being in the right place at the right time, I think I got the first "fan" ski behind the Orange Crush. Followed shortly by the first spectacular yardsale, bell ringing OTF.



Well I hate to do it but in the interest of historical accuracy I am going to have to claim that honor for myself.

I was truly in the right place at the right time with an early arrival on Thursday, which put me at the hotel in time to see Dave Hendricks walking towards his cabin next to the dock where he was planning to meet Keith and Ken from Adirondack who was bringing down the CCfan Boat for its first ski (and to deliver its first whoopin to my 83). We saw Keith give that boat a workout in his first session back skiing after some shoulder issues.

After which I had the honor of giving it a go, in a somewhat less impressive manner. After Keiths second session we rafted up for a bit and enjoyed the calm before the storm on a beautiful night on a beautiful mountain lake. After catching dinner at the last restuarant open in GL, we were able to meet up with marathon drivers and early arrivals Alan (81Nautique) and Dana, Reid (reidp) and Laurie, and Steve Evans (Raindog) with his unlikely crew of Chris (Quinner) and Gary (Stang72), twas a good night. Show up early people!

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 4:56pm
Originally posted by JoeinNY JoeinNY wrote:

Originally posted by Mark Mel Mark Mel wrote:


Being in the right place at the right time, I think I got the first "fan" ski behind the Orange Crush. Followed shortly by the first spectacular yardsale, bell ringing OTF.



Well I hate to do it but in the interest of historical accuracy I am going to have to claim that honor for myself.

I was truly in the right place at the right time with an early arrival on Thursday, which put me at the hotel in time to see Dave Hendricks walking towards his cabin next to the dock where he was planning to meet Keith and Ken from Adirondack who was bringing down the CCfan Boat for its first ski (and to deliver its first whoopin to my 83). We saw Keith give that boat a workout in his first session back skiing after some shoulder issues.

After which I had the honor of giving it a go, in a somewhat less impressive manner. After Keiths second session we rafted up for a bit and enjoyed the calm before the storm on a beautiful night on a beautiful mountain lake. After catching dinner at the last restuarant open in GL, we were able to meet up with marathon drivers and early arrivals Alan (81Nautique) and Dana, Reid (reidp) and Laurie, and Steve Evans (Raindog) with his unlikely crew of Chris (Quinner) and Gary (Stang72), twas a good night. Show up early people!
Show up early people!

Next year, show up early and leave late.

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Posted By: Mark Mel
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 5:00pm
I knew someone else must've been the first. lol

I'll fix that. ;)



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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 6:03pm
As the Boat Dr would say, a LARGE time was had by all.

Arrived home at 12:30 am CDT after leaving Lake George at 9:00 am CDT. However, Stang probably didn't hit the bed until 3:30 or 4:00 am.

It was another great event, one that even a little rain couldn't extinguish. It was my first time in upstate NY and it was a beautiful piece of the country and a excellent location for the reunion. It was a privilege to see some of you for the second time this year and very cool to meet many of you for the first time. It did take a little bit to get the ol' ears tuned to all the NE dialects though. A packie store? Isn't that where Quinner and Hollywood meet?

I ended up rooming with Keith (all right, let the jokes begin...). So I saw first hand how much EFFORT he puts into making this event a remarkable experience for all. The alarm was going off at 6:30 am every morning, regardless of how late the prior night lasted. Even though many lent a hand when possible, Keith was at 100% for 4 days to make sure things went smoothly. He deserves a lot of credit and appreciation for doing this successfully.

Much thanks goes to Ken and everyone at Adirondack Marine and Adirondack Pub and Brewery. Those folks hustled to make sure we all were happy and satisfied.

Joe, Alan, Keith and others, thanks for the seat time in your boats. Even got to drive a few which was a real treat.

And for the record, it actually was a blast to spend 28 hours in a car with Quinner and Stang. Many, many laughs per mile.

For all of the newcomers, make sure to reinforce your relationships by stopping by the forum frequently. That's right, I'm calling you out Barracuda Chick!

Hopefully, next year we can get more midwest representation out east.

Maybe a bus full.

A short yellow one, of course.

-Steve

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 6:27pm
Steve, it was good to meet you guys from the midwest. Far as I could tell, you guys spoke just like me.

As much as I like the boats, I am amazed at what a group of great people were there. Everybody was good people. And I really appreciate how well my kids were treated. They had a blast.

Next year we'll be coming early and staying late.

I've got plenty more photos, including some good ones of Quinner, but I'll let others post theirs first.


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Posted By: LGKen82
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 6:31pm
It was great having everyone in town. A true family reunion and one I'm glad to be part of. I wish I could have joined you for the skis and rafting.   But since the lady-fuzz broke it up, I guess I didn't miss much. We'll find you a better spot for next year.
Dinner and awards at the pub were great yet the stories of Quinner hitting on everything that didn't dangle are still coming in and getting old. Only known the guy for 2 days and it doesn't shock me one bit.
Thanks for all the courtesy you showed us northern-folk and we look forward to next year.
Keep the pictures coming and who ever has the photo of a 409 in flight we would love to see it. Rumor has it all 4 spinning blades were visible.



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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 7:52pm
Originally posted by KenADKmarine KenADKmarine wrote:

Dinner and awards at the pub were great yet the stories of Quinner hitting on everything that didn't dangle are still coming in and getting old. Only known the guy for 2 days and it doesn't shock me one bit.


Know him for 4 days and you'll learn that a dangler doesn't deter...

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Posted By: etwman
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 7:54pm
Wait here's another pearl....

It was great getting to meet everyone.


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Posted By: stang72
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 8:35pm
At 2:00 Am...crusing in Keiths boat...a call to the BoatDr.

Quinner said..."Doc did I wake you up?"
"we have a crisis ay hand , A gator jumped in the boat and bit Kieth's 1 inch d*ck off and he's bleeding to death...what should we do"

Hands the phone to stang...the Doc replies...."he's a sick bast*rd".

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Posted By: etwman
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 8:49pm
For those of you who couldn't make it Keith really outdid himself. Here he is offering rides in his boat, a pic of our motel he chose, and he allowed us to party at his lake house.

Can't wait until next year




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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 8:52pm
The "Godfather" protecting Barbie in the mini Nautique.



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Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 8:54pm
What was CQ's pick up line on the marine patrol officer?

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Posted By: Mojo
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:04pm
Who were the winner's of the boat show ????

Moj'



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73' Martinique
had:96' SNOB
had:76' Nautique
had 77 Tique

       



Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:08pm
Originally posted by Hollywood Hollywood wrote:

What was CQ's pick up line on the marine patrol officer?


Hey Orificer! I jus' stolden this orange boat. You better handcuff me.

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Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:08pm
Originally posted by Hollywood Hollywood wrote:

What was CQ's pick up line on the marine patrol officer?


I bet my night stick is bigger than yours!

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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:19pm
From memory -
1969 and earlier - MRS Norster (now Barracuda Chick) - 69 Barracuda
1970-1979 - ReidP - Orange Mustang
1980-1989 - Barracuda - 1986 SN
1990-1999 - TRBenj - 1990 SN
2000-2009 - etwman 2003 216 Air Nautique

Best Engine - JoeinNY - 83 SN
Best of Show - 81nautique - 81 SN
Most Dedicated - ummmm, me! "I'd like to thank myself...."


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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:23pm
I tell you all, Chris Quinner is something else. He makes Andrew Dice Clay seem like boy scout. I think I spent most of my time watching my step around him over the weekend.

Quinner, you owe me a Merlot. You threw your sugar packet right inside my glass! Joe's my witness. By the way, were you responsible for the stuff stuck to my tailgate on Sunday AM? I didn't know hazing was a part of the registration, Keith!!!

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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:29pm
Ken, choose your cliche:

1. You lie with dogs you'll get fleas.

2. Don't wrestle with a pig - you both get all dirty and the pig likes it.

3. Don't get mad, get even.


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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:29pm
Got to hear this Ken. What kind of stuff was stuck to your tail gate?

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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:35pm
By the way, the highlight of the reunion for me was Gregg Benjamin (Tim's Dad) and Quinner in the battle of wit Saturday night. Gregg had some nice shots going on CQ. Gregg in my opinion won the "insult-off". Larry, you were there, right?

Ken

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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:39pm
It looks like somebody made some large pink and reddish spit-balls and had their way at my truck. I know CQ was tossing stuff around the restaurant all Saturday night, so I assume he may have something to do with it. I got home after a four trip and I was still pealing stuff off.



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Posted By: farmer
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:40pm
Here are some more pics.








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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:41pm
Originally posted by Nautique2001 Nautique2001 wrote:

It looks like somebody made some large pink and reddish spit-balls and had their way at my truck. I know CQ was tossing stuff around the restaurant all Saturday night, so I assume he may have something to do with it. I got home after a four trip and I was still pealing stuff off.



Did you take any pictures?

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Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 9:58pm
Originally posted by RainDog RainDog wrote:

1980-1989 - ?
1990-1999 - TRBenj - 1990 SN ?

Glad your memory is coming back, Steve. A few days spent with CQ can really burn some brain cells.

Brad took the honors for 80-89 with his '86.

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Posted By: farmer
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 10:02pm

While I have your attention I would like to publicly apologize to my lovely wife.
(She's the one sitting on our red and white Mustang 17) I gave her heck for spending too much on raffle tickets and wouldn't you know, she wins me a prop! God I love that girl.
Here are the rest.

















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Posted By: 05 210
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 10:11pm
   Great pics guys.

    Raindog,Stang and Quinner,
     Glad you guys made it home safely.It was an honor to meet all you midwesterners that made the trip.I'm on the same page as Bruce for next year....get there early and leave late.Good times

   BTW, Love the new signature line Steve!

     Mike

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Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 10:13pm
Looks like there is a permanent belt shroud over the belts on that Catanium 409 engine. And, are those individual ignition coils? Interesting!

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Posted By: Luchog
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 10:39pm
whose 2001 is that pictured over the cat. engine pic???? tht is one of the best looking 2001s I've ever seen!!!

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Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 10:50pm
Thats my boat above the CCF Cat engine pic. Thanks for the compliment.

-Phil Olkoski

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-15-2008 at 10:51pm
Gary, good for her. Tell her Tom and I got a laugh over that.








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Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 12:21am
Love the sig line Steve.

Thanks to all for the great pictures...looks like a good time was had by all.

I am wondering what CQ, Brad (?) and Larry (googles) are doin' trying to get on the same board.

Boy I wish I was there.

Looks like Keith was being VERY careful around that dock!

john

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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 12:24am
Originally posted by TRBenj TRBenj wrote:

Originally posted by RainDog RainDog wrote:

1980-1989 - ?
1990-1999 - TRBenj - 1990 SN ?

Glad your memory is coming back, Steve. A few days spent with CQ can really burn some brain cells.

Brad took the honors for 80-89 with his '86.


Usually, a few other things burn as well, Tim. Thanks for straightening me out. You really are good and versed.

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Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 1:00am
Full recap will be coming soon. In the mean time, here are a few of my more than 500 photos from the weekend!

















More on the way ...


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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:50am






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Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:54am
Sorry to thread jack, but what the hell....

I would like to thank everyone who attended the great one of a kind weekend for the books.

A big that a boy to Ken the man for all the favor's we threw at him....

And for the best limo driver Keith, that drove 1 and 1/2 tanks of racing fuel....


And to my sweet heart that gave me some of the best cookies..

And to the guy's that are saying man we should have went!!!!!!!

Just sit back and enjoy all of the photo's and plan to come to the next event......


Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 12:06pm
This has been said by many others before, but its worth repeating. Seeing all the boats was great, the skiing was fun, the venue was georgeous, and the planning and organization were great, but the highlight was meeting everyone. Like someone else said, just not enough time to meet everyone and do as much out on the lake as I would have liked. Its amazing how you you can be instant friends with everyone, whether it someone you feel you know pretty well through the site or someone you've never corresponded with before. Great times.

Speaking of presents, someone left me something in my boat, (something nice, not a gag) Whoever that was, thank you.





If that wasnt me sitting back there with Quinner, I'd say it looks like the marine version of the short bus.

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Posted By: stang72
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 1:03pm
Highlights.....

Started at Quinners Wed evening with a couple ski runs...on the road early. Traveling with CQ and SteveO...14 hrs goes easy when you have good mates!

Great to reunite with friends and meet new people!

Early peek at the orange rocket...hangin with the Godfather sat...We setup the room with all the goodies he brought. very cool stuff from past to present. Dave played Santa!

Thanks to Mike for breaking us in New England stlye! Thanks for the use of your board!

Big thanks to Joe and crew(Mat and Dan). Helping the boatless...and the pulls!Great ride and tunes.

Driving the CC fan promo!!!!!

Midnight (or later)ride in Keith's craft!

Timmy's revenge! ask Joe for a private viewing!

Lake George...WOW! What a beautifull lake.

Retrurn trip planned!





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Posted By: Mark Mel
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 1:50pm
Here's some pics;











Quote Speaking of presents, someone left me something in my boat, (something nice, not a gag) Whoever that was, thank you.


If it's what I think it is, my daughter got that off of the table Friday night. Since we don't have a Tique, Joe the half owner of our boat thought that someone that could use that should have it.

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Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:05pm
Originally posted by Mark Mel Mark Mel wrote:


If it's what I think it is, my daughter got that off of the table Friday night. Since we don't have a Tique, Joe the half owner of our boat thought that someone that could use that should have it.


Thanks Mark. Very thoughtful. Since I have the original on the dash (I had to double check to make sure mine hadn't gotten knocked off on that trip back down the lake), I thought the extra might look good center of transom. (not original, but I am willing to face the wrath of Pete) Good grab on your daughter's part.

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Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:05pm
WOW, to many great people to thank.

Keith Dad for riding with me to the airport, I think he said man does this guy ever stop talking!!!

Keith Sister, that hooked us up aroung 1:30 Sat night with THE PIZZA CALL!!!

Joe for the SOUND MAN, great sweet boat!!!!

Flying Bryan thanks for letting me smoke in your super flyer..

Alan for letting me drive his great machine!!

Well just wanted to thank all of the people there!!!!!


Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:10pm
I know http://www.correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11954&PN=1 - Ken mentioned this in another post but I think it's worth mentioning again here.

On Saturday Ken Spurling ended up breaking a throttle cable out on the water as we were all leaving one location for another. Reid stepped in and volunteered to be Ken's throttle-man, operating from the carb over the four miles of open water to get to Log Bay.

Once there, a call was made into Adirondack Marine from the demo 230 that was pulling the surfers. Jeff Roch, Service Manager, left the boat show that was going on in Lake George Village, grabbed a new cable from inventory, jumped in a boat and drove the 4+ miles to Log Bay, jumped in Ken's boat and changed the cable on the spot. Ken was good to go for the long drive back with an escort from Jeff, just in case.

Outstanding customer service. Adirondack Marine is one class act.

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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:15pm
Originally posted by Keith Keith wrote:

.... Outstanding customer service. Adirondack Marine is one class act.


That is remarkable, in the truest sense of the word. However, I suspect they would do it for anybody, anytime if they had the part available.

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Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:36pm
Originally posted by RainDog RainDog wrote:

... I suspect they would do it for anybody, anytime if they had the part available.


No doubt! From what I understand, this is how Adirondack Marine treats anyone.

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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 2:47pm
Originally posted by The Godfather The Godfather wrote:

drove 1 and 1/2 tanks of racing fuel....


I am proud that we managed to put eight hours on the CCF boat on Saturday!

With that said, I know not everyone got a chance to drive it or ski behind it. The good news is this boat will be making the trip to Green Lake next July and back to Lake George next September. All the more reason to not miss either event in 2009!

-Keith

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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 3:14pm
Here are a few more of my photos:

Friday Night:





Saturday Morning:
















Many more to come ...

-Keith

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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 5:56pm



Gathering at Long Island before heading to Log Bay:












Tim B. somehow relaxing while David is driving his boat in the middle of all those boats on a rough lake.




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Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:15pm
I know he loves his boat.. but good shot of Ken getting "goosey" with his '86 behind Farmer's beached Mustang.

Lots of great pics, thanks for posting all of them. We have still yet to see the Orange Crush on the trailer in all her glory! (no bystanders)

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:22pm
Hollywood, no bystanders wasn't going to happen Friday night. The guys that got there early may have gotten those.








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Posted By: Mojo
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:27pm
Great shots of some really good looking boats...

It didn't look like there was a really good general area to beach and or anchor to enjoy all the boats once on water.. No sand bars etc to be had???

Ken, OMG,,, what are you doing???? haha

Moj'

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Posted By: 77 nautique
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:28pm
First I want to thank all for a good time. This was our first reunion and I will say for sure that it will not be the last. Next year I plan on getting there on Thursday and leaving Monday. This year was a little tough bringing our 21 month old daughter Brianna. But we all had a blast. I wish I had more time to meet and hang out with all of you. Everyone was great!

I can tell you all first hand that the service and professionalism that you all saw from Adarondack Marine is how they really are. 2 years ago on memorial day I destroyed my prop and rudder on a rock. I called Adarondack not expecting anyone to be there. Tom answered and told me he had what I needed to get up and running again and to give him a call when I was on my way and he would make sure he was there when I got there. Now that's service!!

I also won't soon forget the 85 mph blast across the lake with Reid in some guys boat with twin super charged 525's
Than right after that hopping into the Orange Crush. And yes we did get air!! Not sure about the prop out of the water but she was airborne. Looked behind us and there was a section of wake missing!

Flyin' Bryan, make sure you bring that air chair next year. I want to see you in action on that thing!

Can't wait to see more pic's. I will try to upload some when I get home as I am doing this on my Blackberry at work.

Can't wait until next year!

Jeff


Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:38pm
Mojo, Log Bay is an excellent place to anchor in just a few feet of water and is where we all ended up. Unfortunately, I didn't take any pictures while we were there. I know others did.

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Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:40pm
Hollywood,
The other issue was the boat spend very little of the weekend on the trailer .

Here are a few shots from late on Sunday as we preped the boat for it's trip to NC.











-Keith

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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: 05 210
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 6:47pm
Originally posted by 77 nautique 77 nautique wrote:


Not sure about the prop out of the water but she was airborne. Looked behind us and there was a section of wake missing!
Jeff


    It was out alright.I was watching it spin and counting the tracking fins at the same time.Whole boat completely out....wish I had a camera. It was nice to meet you and your family Jeff.See you next year.

     Mike

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Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 7:06pm
Mojo,
There where two different 'sandbars' we visited. The first was Sandy Bay which was pretty close to Marine Village (home base) and the perfect spot. We were unfortunately kicked out for 'rafting', i.e. tying up. So then moved North about four miles to Log Bag which has an undeveloped shoreline. Despite the longer ride, I think that's where we'll start next year.


Sandy Bay:






Heading to Log Bay:



Log Bay:







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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: Mojo
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 7:20pm
Ahhh There are the pics I haven't seen yet.. Looks like a couple of nice spots... The only problem I see, is there isn't enough beer drink'n going on...

Boy ever since GL'07, ya never seen a N.E'er with a pint in their hand anymore hahahaha doh'

Moj'

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73' Martinique
had:96' SNOB
had:76' Nautique
had 77 Tique

       



Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 7:28pm
Originally posted by Riley Riley wrote:




Wonder how long it took him to realize he was on the wring side, the bilge discharge is starboard.



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Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 7:33pm
A few shots from the banquet on Saturday night at the Adirondack Pub and Brewery:


























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1994 Ski Nautique
86 Silver Nautique
79 Mustang


Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 10:52pm








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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 11:36pm
Originally posted by Hollywood Hollywood wrote:

I know he loves his boat.. but good shot of Ken getting "goosey" with his '86 behind Farmer's beached Mustang.


Hollywood, I was just recovering from my weekend assault from Quinner, now you're giving it to me? Man, you Midwest fellas never miss an opportunity to throw a jab or two! Are you Quinner's offspring or what?

Dude, I have no idea what's up with that photo. I was trying to jockey my boat on and off the sand. My tracking fins we sucked into the sand/mud a pain in the rear to move.

BTW, take a look at that photo again. I'm inside my boat and that's somebody else with their leg on my boat. I wore shorts, not a long wetsuit. There's no way that's me. So who is that?

Ken

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Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 11:44pm
Sorry Ken, I took a picture of Gary's boat. Never even saw you in the background till Hollywood pointed you out.

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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-16-2008 at 11:47pm
No problem, Bruce. Hollywood has an eye for things that make him happy. It's definitely not me. I wore my brown shorts that day. I'm inside my boat on the driver's side.

Ken

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Posted By: 77 nautique
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 12:04am
Ok guys, here are some more pic's.












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Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 12:05am
I think its Dana
-Phil

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Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 1:03am
Originally posted by lfskizzer lfskizzer wrote:

I think its Dana
-Phil


BINGO! Dana helped me secure my boat. We had just pulled in after skiing and hanging out on Saturday AM. Thanks, Phil.

Ken

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Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:18am
Originally posted by Nautique2001 Nautique2001 wrote:


Hollywood, I was just recovering from my weekend assault from Quinner, I was trying to jockey on and off a pain in the rear
Ken


Gotta love those friendly New Englanders.

john

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Posted By: Barracuda Chick
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 11:51am
Hey...I just wanted to thank Keith for a great job in organizing and executing the Northeast Reunion. What an awesome time! So glad to have met so many great people! I would like to also thank New England Correct Craft, Craig and Fred. They worked their butts off to get the engine in the 77 Nautigue and dial in the alignment on the transmission of the Barracuda. I hope they had fun dealing with us as much as we had fun dealing with them! The boats ran great! A little bummed when we got home from Lake George and unloaded the 2 boats...our season will be coming to a close soon. I am fighting it though! I will be out on the water until it snows if I have my way!!!!

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Stress dissolves when exposed to water


Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 12:42pm
Welcome, to the site!!!!

Tell my number one Fan, that I said hello!!!

It was great to meet your family and to see your boats on the water.

But do you have enough gas to keep the Barracuda running till the end of the season....(hehe).


Posted By: Barracuda Chick
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 1:11pm
Hey! Glad you made it home safe. I love the picture of you protecting Barbie..chivalry is certainly not dead. Your #1 fan is still recovering from the weekend. Did she tell you that she really is not a fan of water? I told her to hang on to the bumper and enjoy the ride! Good times!

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Stress dissolves when exposed to water


Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 1:27pm
One of the coolest things of last weekend was seeing CudaChick tearing around in HER boat. Just don't see too many ladies killing it old school.

Welcome CudaChick - I owe you your very own badge now. More than happy to oblige.

I'm glad I encouraged you to get on the forum. Just as Quinner proves twice a year, with enough harassment, guys can get their way

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Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 1:29pm
Did not know that or I would have gave her a ride on reidp Miss River Queen boat...

I have some great pic's to post later..

Again WELCOME!!!!!!!!


Posted By: Barracuda Chick
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 1:34pm
I am old school (skool) all the way! Plus I have this insane complex that I have to keep up with the big guys at all costs!!!! You do not want to see a Cuda Chick lose.

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Posted By: Barracuda Chick
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:01pm
Hey Raindog...did you ever get the measurements for your trailer? If you need any assistance with that do not hesitate to ask.

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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:06pm
I didn't see Bill at the Saturday banquet. That's OK though, I can simply measure mine now.

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Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:30pm
So Steve, you can get them to build up a trailer then head back this way Columbus day weekend and spend some time in the area while Reidp and Fly'n Bryan are back and I am working to get a crew together for?

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1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy"
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Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:31pm
Originally posted by JoeinNY JoeinNY wrote:

So Steve, you can get them to build up a trailer then head back this way Columbus day weekend and spend some time in the area while Reidp and Fly'n Bryan are back and I am working to get a crew together for?

Joe, you bringing a boat Columbus Day?

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Posted By: Barracuda Chick
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:33pm
Our doors are always open for a CCF in NH. We are having a big slow cooker party on Sunday of Columbus Day. The more the merrier! The Margarita's are flowing and the food and fun are abundant!

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Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:39pm
I'd love to, Joe, but it is highly unlikely.
You Northeastern guy's may not realize, but most of us do not have Columbus day off, unless you work for the government or a bank.

If this gets done and I pick it up, it would be winter/early spring. He can use it as a filler project since I'm in no hurry.

However, I'd sure like to try some eastern snowboarding though.

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Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:41pm
I think so, I am trying to get some hardy souls to camp out on an island with me. Fly'n Bryan was talking about staying up a bit farther north, almost across from log bay. Possibly there are more convienient sites for future reunions. Bryan worked at a marina in that area (Bolton I think) 3 summers and he seemed to think it might work out even better. I didnt get to see nearly enough of the lake so I would like to camp up in the narrows island chain and get more of the north country in. Columbus day is the last state campground day of the year, we usually camp that weekend it can be cold but its generally doable. So yeah a little late season boating, leaves changing in the mountains, maybe a few pulls on Bryan's air chair behind my weighted down 83 etc etc.

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1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy"
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Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: September-17-2008 at 2:43pm
I thought you might say that Steve I also considered snowboarding a proper use of a later season Raindog visit and will be happy to get involved in that, maybe a day up there at one of the big moutians and some follow up around here on your way back through.


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1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video



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