Liquid Jungle Poker Run

[Dr. Jeff]

MidwestBoatParty is proud to sponsor the 2004 Liquid Jungle Poker Run put on by the Upper Mississippi Power Boaters.

The event is August 21, 2004.

Details will be posted soon on our homepage.

Info and registration forms for the Liquid Jungle Poker Run can now be found here:

http://midwestboatparty.com/phpBB2/liquidjungle.php

[Caincando1]

DJ you rock!

[Caincando1]

Update 4-1-04

The Upper Mississippi Power Boaters are please to announce the Liquid Jungle Poker Run will be august 21st this year. This year all proceed will be donated to the Epilepsy Foundation.

It’s hard to believe it’s already April. It seemed like winter was never going to end. We have had a lot of wonderful feedback form last year’s event. It was a huge success! We’ve even received registrations forms already.

For anyone who is unfamiliar with the Liquid Jungle Poker Run, here is a run down of the event. We put on a full on poker run (80 plus miles) on pools 4(lake Pepin) and 5 of the Upper Mississippi River. We have moved the drivers meeting to Great River Harbor this year. Again this year the pace boat will be provided by Revolutionmarine.com. We will again be doing the grand prix start at the south end of lake Pepin. We are still working with local establishments, to determine all of our stops. We will again be ending at Great River Harbor. After the poker run we will be having a hog roast with all the fixings (armbands included with registration), and a live band playing into the night, like last year.

We have also hired a professional photographer to videotape the event. A completely edited video of the poker run will be available.

Make your slip reservations by calling the Great River Harbor at 608-248-2454. Please be sure and tell them, that you are coming for the poker run.

The Upper Mississippi Power Boaters have teamed up with Midwestboatparty.com to provide a website. Information, registrations forms, and photos from the poker run will be available. The poker run section of the site should be up and running soon, so check it out. Any questions or comments can be emailed to Liquidjunglepokerrun@hotmail.com
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[Caincando1]

Leaving the drivers meeting.

[Caincando1]

Grand prix start!

[Caincando1]

Here is a picture of Mandy and I driving the 50' Scarab pace boat. Last year Todd from revolutionmarine.com was gracious enough to use his 50 scarab as the pace boat. Revolution Marine will again be providing the pace boat this year. If all goes as plan the pace boat will be Gary's triple 650 powered 40' Hustler. [smilie=061.gif]

[Troutly]

Brian.....post my favorite picture of me and THE MAN! :mrgreen:

[Caincando1]

Troutly's famous last words..."I don't need no stinkin' registration numbers" [smilie=071.gif]

[BigDaddy]

Troutly's famous last words..."I don't need no stinkin' registration numbers" [smilie=071.gif]

"Uhhh...hey I got some extra Krispy Kremes in the cabin, maybe I get those out and you forget about the ticket...."

[Troutly]

Troutly's famous last words..."I don't need no stinkin' registration numbers" [smilie=071.gif]

"Uhhh...hey I got some extra Krispy Kremes in the cabin, maybe I get those out and you forget about the ticket...."...and it worked! :mrgreen:

[Dr. Jeff]

Info and registration forms for the Liquid Jungle Poker Run can now be found here:

http://midwestboatparty.com/phpBB2/liquidjungle.php

[BigDaddy]

nice job dj [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=061.gif]

[Caincando1]

Info and registration forms for the Liquid Jungle Poker Run can now be found here:

http://midwestboatparty.com/phpBB2/liquidjungle.php


Once we have finalized all the details for this years run, we will update the site.

Thanks, DJ!

[Caincando1]

Troutly behaving himself for once. [smilie=061.gif]

Liquid Jungle Poker Run (http://midwestboatparty.com/phpBB2/liquidjungle.php)

[BigDaddy]

Troutly behaving himself for once. [smilie=061.gif]

Liquid Jungle Poker Run (http://midwestboatparty.com/phpBB2/liquidjungle.php)


ahhhh!!! watch the glare!!!! :twisted: :mrgreen: :twisted:

[BigDaddy]

I also updated the announcement on the homepage [smilie=061.gif] [smilie=061.gif]

[Caincando1]

I also updated the announcement on the homepage [smilie=061.gif] [smilie=061.gif]


I saw that, thanks. [smilie=061.gif]

[Caincando1]

Here is the top of out poster. I don't want to post the whole thing. There are 30 plus donators on the bottom and I don't want to advertise them for free on this site.

[Caincando1]

Okay here we go!!!





Liquid Jungle Poker Run 2004!!
-A benefit for the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota-

Listed here are the stops planned for the poker run to be held on August 21st, 2004. Lunch will be each person’s own financial responsibility, as will any other refreshments purchased at the establishments.

Our goal is to put on an event that will be the highlight of the 2004 boating season. We will be making a 100 mile round trip with stops at some of the Upper Mississippi Rivers finest establishment, as well as passing miles upon mile of breath taking scenery.

Our first priority is safety and we will be sharing a few simple guidelines during the day to ensure the maximum enjoyment by everyone involved. Once you arrive at the card stop, please hang out and wait for all the boats to get their cards before continuing on. This will help keep everyone together so we can all enjoy the scenery of fiberglass and hardware.

Boat launch and truck and trailer parking will be free for Poker Run participants at Great River Harbor. The launch is plenty big and deep to accommodate crafts of very large size. Boat parking will be available to Poker Run participants at the main dock. Participants will be allowed to overnight at the main dock, but water and electricity cannot be guaranteed. If you would like to rent a private slip with water and electricity call Great River Harbor at 608-248-2454 to reserve one (when reserving slips please be sure to tell them that you are coming for the poker run).

The upper Mississippi power boaters have teamed up with a professional cameraman and helicopter pilot to bring you an action packed video of the poker run. The video will contain footage shot throughout the day including both ground footage as well as helicopter footage of all the boats participating in the run. The video will be for sale to poker run participants as well as the general public. The price as well as information on obtaining a copy will be available the day of the run.

Staff will be available on site to answer any questions or address any concerns you have the day of the event.


Start/Drivers Meeting/Card 1

We will be starting from Great River Harbor (mile marker 748). Every person involved in the Poker Run will need to sign a waiver at this point. Drivers meeting will be at 9:45 am shooting for a 10 am departure. We will be leaving Great River Harbor and heading upstream to lock through lock and dam #4(mile marker 763). We will then be venturing upstream slowing for a NO WAKE (mile marker 760) in front of Wabasha MN (Home of “Grumpy old Men”). There will be a lot of boat congestion from Wabasha to the Southern Mouth of Lake Pepin. We ask that everyone take caution, run at a max of 2 abreast and travel at a slowed pace through this area.



Card Stop 2/ Grand Prix Start
(17 miles from start/card 1)

We will be having a drive by card stop at the south mouth of lake Pepin (mile marker 765approx.). After everyone has received his or her cards we will be having a Grand Prix Start. Everyone will need to line up one deep behind the flag/pace boat, forming a line across the lake. The flag/pace boat will bring everyone up onto plane, then raise the green flag. Once the green flag is raised, boats will be allowed to pass the pace/flag boat. We will then be heading upstream passing Lake City Minnesota then through the Northern Mouth of Lake Pepin slowing for a NO WAKE by Colvill Municipal park (mile marker 788.4). After the NO WAKE we will be continuing on to another NO WAKE in front of Historic Red Wing MN.


Card Stop 3 (25.5 miles from card 2)

Harbor Bar across the channel from Red Wing MN. (mile marker 790.5) Parking will be provided in front of and next to the Harbor Bar (rafting may be necessary). We should be arriving here near lunchtime. We will be breaking for a bite to eat and some socializing. This will be our farthest point North. We will be leaving and traveling downstream retracing our previous course for a long run to the Pioneer Supper Club again with a slow for the NO WAKE in Wabasha MN.



Card Stop 4 (37.5 miles from Card 3)

Pioneer Supper Club (mile marker 753) docking will again be provided in front of the Pioneer Supper Club. Please observe NO WAKE near the docks. The dock space will be limited, but given the very calm current of the backwaters and the NO WAKE, rafting up will be a breeze. We need to lock through Lock and Dam #4 to reach our next card stop. We will be in contact with the lockmaster and will be judging the length of our stay based on the availability of the lock. Once locked through we will continue downstream to Lock and Dam #5.


Card stop 5 (14 miles from card 4)

We will make our final card stop a drive by stop just north of lock and dam #5(mile marker 739approx.). This will be our farthest point south. We will then return upstream, venturing back to the Great River Harbor for the finish of the run.


Finish (9 miles from Card 5)

Great River Harbor (mile marker 748) is located cozily in the backwaters on the WI side of the channel. At mile marker 748 you will see red and green buoys leading into the backwaters on the East side of the cannel. Following the buoys will wind you back to Great River Harbor. Please observe the NO WAKE zone. Temporary and overnight docking will be provided at the main dock. This will be our Head Quarters for our card turn-in and prize giveaway. We will also be having a hog roast with all the fixings as well as a live band playing into the night. Everyone is welcome to overnight if you should so choose.


Get started now! - Please have your completed registration form returned to us by August 1st 2004.

Thank You!!
“The Liquid Jungle Staff”
Liquidjunglepokerrun@hotmail.com
WWW.MidwestBoatParty.com

[Saleen367]

Brian ... whats the latest on the lunch stop at Harbor Bar? [smilie=265.gif]

[Caincando1]

Brian ... whats the latest on the lunch stop at Harbor Bar? [smilie=265.gif]

We're going! With all the parking, room for people. and good food, we just can't pass it up. I guess we'll have to take one for the team and give in to the owner.

[Saleen367]

Great news! [smilie=061.gif]

I'm looking forward to the jerk chicken already. [smilie=1074.gif] [smilie=1074.gif]

[Caincando1]

Just a little over 5 weeks to go. Things are shaping up.

Sunstream boat lifts will have an in water display with one of there float lifts.

Stillwater Boat Sales will be displaying a tricked out 29 fountain with a 525 near the landing, as well as the boat they will be running.

Revoltuion Marine will be displaying there harware and accesories.

[Dr. Jeff]

All the Poker Run information has been updated on the official Liquid Jungle Poker Run registration page. The page now contains all the stops and events for this years run.

http://midwestboatparty.com/phpBB2/liquidjungle.php

[Troutly]

Have fun! We wont be able to attend this year as we work that weekend and leave for LOTO the Monday after [smilie=042.gif]

[400SS]

For those who are interested and will not be able to attend the Poker Run.... Treasure Island will be hosting the Hawaiian Tropic Finals on August 21st!! YEAAAA!! [smilie=061.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[Advantage]

Hey 400SS....I know you don't I? Man, you're dirty....real dirty to mention the bikini contest! Hey, we might be heading to TI this Friday night, 7/16/2004. Will team Triple FFF be present?

[400SS]

Hey Advantage, most of Team TripleFFF just got back from a run to Dubuque including us, so most are laying low this weekend. At least that what we say now. I know that there is a couple of birthdays this weekend so I have heard that a get together is starting to wind up for Presccott on Saturday. Hopefully we will be at TI on friday but that is still up in the air. Look me up, I am on B dock.

MOE Z IN :lol: [smilie=1062.gif]

[Troutly]

For those who are interested and will not be able to attend the Poker Run.... Treasure Island will be hosting the Hawaiian Tropic Finals on August 21st!! YEAAAA!! [smilie=061.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]Woa! Just might have to drive down and check that out! :shock:

[Advantage]

400SS, keep your hands out of your pants!

[400SS]

Hey it looks like you got your hands full with some outlaw guy so watch it fungus lips, I do now who you are! You FFF [smilie=eck05.gif]

[Advantage]

Thanks for the words of advice Mr. FFF! Maybe will see you tomorrow night, peace!

[Caincando1]

testing a map

[Saleen367]

Ahhhh .... home sweet home. [smilie=042.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[mnfastboat]

Brain, still ahve room ?
Looks like I will not be going to LOTO for the shootout so I might be able to do this.

[Caincando1]

Brain, still ahve room ?
Looks like I will not be going to LOTO for the shootout so I might be able to do this.

We'll always have room for you. [smilie=050.gif]

[mnfastboat]

Count me in!
I have the form printed and filled out :)
Do you want me to go ahead and mail it it this close to the day?
Or just bring it down

Is there a rain date?
Or is this a rain or shine run?

[Saleen367]

Rain date is August 21st 2004. :mrgreen:


See you there ... bring your rain gear ... maybe. :roll:

[Caincando1]

Count me in!
I have the form printed and filled out :)
Do you want me to go ahead and mail it it this close to the day?
Or just bring it down

Is there a rain date?
Or is this a rain or shine run?

Mail it in asap. It will be good to see you again. Glad to hear you got the boat figured out.

We will run rain or shine.

[bradman]

Count me in!
I have the form printed and filled out :)
Do you want me to go ahead and mail it it this close to the day?
Or just bring it down

Is there a rain date?
Or is this a rain or shine run?

Mail it in asap. It will be good to see you again. Glad to hear you got the boat figured out.

We will run rain or shine.

What about snow??? [smilie=071.gif] I just looked at the weather channel and they said highs in the 50's this week for MN and Michigan??? WTF, where in the heck is summer?

[Caincando1]

Summer...those are the best two weeks of the year. [smilie=071.gif]

This week is cool, only in the 70. I'm hoping for upper 70's to 80's for the poker run. Last year it was well above 90 and that was a little warm for us northern boys.

[mnfastboat]

who do I make the cehck out to???

Liguid Jungle??

[Caincando1]

Upper Mississippi Power Boaters.

It should say that on the registration form if I remember correctly.

[Saleen367]

Caincando1

You must be busy with the run or I haven't seen you being a post hoe. [smilie=265.gif]

Where ya been? [smilie=042.gif]

Any luck with a helicopter that flies? :roll:

[Saleen367]

Oh hell ... I'm drunk [smilie=1062.gif]

Milestone time - 300 posts. [smilie=food05.gif]

[mnoutlaw]

What's the cut off for signing up? Schedule to work, but might be able to weasel out of it. Let me know

[Caincando1]

Caincando1

You must be busy with the run or I haven't seen you being a post hoe. [smilie=265.gif]

Where ya been? [smilie=042.gif]

Any luck with a helicopter that flies? :roll:

Busy isn't even the word for it. Shirts are being printed. Helicpter is a go, the hog is ordered.

All I'm waiting for now is someone to fill my order for sunshine and we're set. :mrgreen: Maybe one of you guys could take care of that for me.

[Caincando1]

What's the cut off for signing up? Schedule to work, but might be able to weasel out of it. Let me know

We'll accept enties the day of the event. We had 10 or so last year that just showed up. We're all about everyone having a fun day so we aren't going to turn anyone away. Hope to see you.

[Saleen367]

Caincando1

You must be busy with the run or I haven't seen you being a post hoe. [smilie=265.gif]

Where ya been? [smilie=042.gif]

Any luck with a helicopter that flies? :roll:

Busy isn't even the word for it. Shirts are being printed. Helicpter is a go, the hog is ordered.

All I'm waiting for now is someone to fill my order for sunshine and we're set. :mrgreen: Maybe one of you guys could take care of that for me.

We got a copter!! Freakin A!
[smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]



I'll get right on that weather order. [smilie=crazy] [smilie=food05.gif]















Wait a minute ... we need a weatherman.

[smilie=****sakes.gif] [smilie=stupid]

[Caincando1]

Yep we have a copter and a camera man filming your every move. So put a coat of wax on those drives boys! [smilie=071.gif] I'm expecting to see those boats fly.

We had to anty up and pay for the larger copter. With one runs over 200MPH just in case any of you thought you might outrun the copter. [smilie=011.gif]

[Saleen367]

With one runs over 200MPH just in case any of you thought you might outrun the copter. [smilie=011.gif]

Hmmmm ....


Better order up them Blue engines. [smilie=071.gif]

[Caincando1]

It's gonna take allot more than blue paint to pull that one off. [smilie=071.gif] But hay if you're willing to give it a shot I'm sure you'd make some great "highlight" footage.

[MnHowardCat]

A 200mph copter jest to take a pic of my 45mph jet boat?????

[Saleen367]

I hear copters are in short supply these days. :roll:

My guess the boyz would have taken Mayo-1 had it been available.
[smilie=071.gif]

How did you manage finding one Brian? I'm already looking forward to the footage. :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

[Saleen367]

It's gonna take allot more than blue paint to pull that one off. [smilie=071.gif] But hay if you're willing to give it a shot I'm sure you'd make some great "highlight" footage.

Maybe a little red paint and something that says Miss Budweiser?

Now that would be fun! Fun ... till I chit my pants. :oops: :shock:

[mnfastboat]

if someone wants to test out a pair of engines I will offer my cat to do so [smilie=071.gif]

My only request is they be at least 800hp each [smilie=071.gif]

then we will give the copter a run to remember :mrgreen:

[MnHowardCat]

mnfastboat Are you going to make it for the poker run I'm still working on a deal but we will be there eather way

Don

[mnfastboat]

yes I will be there
You looking for another teeth jaring ride :)
I might have one or two coming but not totally confirmed as of yet

Tab is working now, I stand up to drive through the rough and flew like hell at Milwaukee :) [smilie=071.gif]

[mnfastboat]

mnfastboat Are you going to make it for the poker run I'm still working on a deal but we will be there eather way

Don

new boat ????????

[smilie=071.gif]

[wildchild212]

There is still room for some more boats. We will extend the registration until all of the spots have been taken.

[Saleen367]

How many so far? [smilie=265.gif] [smilie=042.gif]

Didn't we have like 10 walk ups last year? :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

[Caincando1]

I hear copters are in short supply these days. :roll:

My guess the boyz would have taken Mayo-1 had it been available.
[smilie=071.gif]

How did you manage finding one Brian? :mrgreen:

There is just a shortage of 2 seater. :roll: There are plenty of 4 seaters around. We wanted a 2 seater initially due the fact it was far more economical than the 4 seater. But as we all know the 2 seat isn't an option anymore. So staying true to desire to put on a first class poker run, we have a 4 seater coming.




I'm already looking forward to the footage. :mrgreen:

I hear you. There aren't many poker runs that you can enter for $100 that sell videos with footage of your boat.

[Saleen367]

That is kick ass!! [smilie=rocker] [smilie=rocker] [smilie=headbang] [smilie=headbang]

Damn ... I can't wait. [smilie=dancing.gif] [smilie=dancing.gif]

Who's the band?

And is there room to park if I want to [smilie=hah] pull out at the end of the day instead of leaving the boat in the water? [smilie=265.gif]

[Caincando1]

That is kick ass!! [smilie=rocker] [smilie=rocker] [smilie=headbang] [smilie=headbang]

Damn ... I can't wait. [smilie=dancing.gif] [smilie=dancing.gif]

Who's the band?

And is there room to park if I want to [smilie=hah] pull out at the end of the day instead of leaving the boat in the water? [smilie=265.gif]

The band is CRS formerly known as Booker Minnie.

Pull out... what are you affraid of getting the bottom a little dirty. [smilie=071.gif] Yes there will be plenty of room.

[Saleen367]

If they are anywhere close as good as the Sugar Divas at TI, we will be rockin. Them girls were good.

Best part was they played almost all 70's - 80's music and I sang along to all of em. :oops: :oops: :mrgreen:

Well ... maybe that was the worst part. :roll:






Now .... pray for sun. [smilie=061.gif] [smilie=bow.gif]

[Saleen367]

teaser

[Caincando1]

Your from Rochester and you've never heard Booker Minnie. Do you ever get out? [smilie=071.gif]

[Saleen367]

Your from Rochester and you've never heard Booker Minnie. Do you ever get out? [smilie=071.gif]

Oh yeah ... just haven't seen them for a while. :oops:

I hibernate in the winter and boat all summer. If they aren't at the river, I won't see them. [smilie=042.gif]

[Caincando1]

Your from Rochester and you've never heard Booker Minnie. Do you ever get out? [smilie=071.gif]

Oh yeah ... just haven't seen them for a while. :oops:

I hibernate in the winter and boat all summer. If they aren't at the river, I won't see them. [smilie=042.gif]

I'm the same way. I go the local watering hole for a few in the winter but thats about it. some of the members are fellow boaters. [smilie=050.gif]

[Saleen367]

Got a t shirt from the Country Liv In back in 86.
[smilie=042.gif]

Haven't been back since. :roll:

[Caincando1]

yes I will be there
You looking for another teeth jaring ride :)
I might have one or two coming but not totally confirmed as of yet

Tab is working now, I stand up to drive through the rough and flew like hell at Milwaukee :) [smilie=071.gif]

I haven't arranged a ride for Mandy and I yet. We may need to thumb a couple seats from you. I'm not sure how keen she will on riding in the cat. I know it's safe but I think she would feel better in a big V bottom. We'll have to see what the weekend brings.

[Saleen367]

another

[Caincando1]

another

Hey now, I haven't seen those pictures before...you been holding out on me. [smilie=265.gif] :mrgreen:

This is what I call a tease. By the way MNHowardCat, who are these girls?

[Saleen367]

another

Hey now, I haven't seen those pictures before...you been holding out on me. [smilie=265.gif] :mrgreen:

This is what I call a tease. By the way MNHowardCat, who are these girls?

I just scanned them today. Given to me by someone that lives in Wabasha and knows I was in last years run. God Bless em. [smilie=042.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

I have some doubles waiting for you. After having a digicam, these prints suck. [smilie=106.gif]

[Caincando1]

Got any more?

[Saleen367]

Got any more?

I have 13 prints that were doubles I put in a zip lock for you. Will I remember them is anybodies guess. :oops:

I think I counted as many as 19 different pics I scanned. Some very close to being the same.

[Caincando1]

If you scanned them, post them up. I'll try and give a reminder email next week about thursday. Are you coming down Friday? If you told me I fogot before I already. :roll:

[Saleen367]

If you scanned them, post them up. I'll try and give a reminder email next week about thursday. Are you coming down Friday? If you told me I fogot before I already. :roll:

I scanned them, but would have to copy and paste them all to my camera program to resize. Then I could post them.
We need an auto resizer here ... hello, can anyone hear me? DJ? :roll: [smilie=106.gif]

No Friday is a no go. I want to be clear headed for Saturday. Hung over and tired will not make for a good Captain. [smilie=011.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[Saleen367]

a few more

[Saleen367]

more `03 pics

[Caincando1]

Those are some pretty cool pictures. Will they be out on the lake taking some this year too. Or will they run for there lives now that they know better. [smilie=071.gif]

[Saleen367]

If I was them, I'd get out of the way. [smilie=071.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

8 Day to go [smilie=1062.gif]

[Saleen367]

Sat
Aug 21 Partly Cloudy 73°/55° 0 %

Still looking good. [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=1062.gif] [smilie=fest42.gif] [smilie=fest42.gif]

[Caincando1]

Update.

With only a few days left things are shaping up great. Everything seems to be falling in place just like it should. We had a couple BIG suprises in store for everyone. For reasons that will be explained later these changes won't be aired on the internet. I'd be more than happy to discuss it in private if anyone wants to know before Saturday. Otherwise it will be buisness as usual for the Start.

We can all thank Saleen367 for the sun this weekend.

Mostly sunny, with a high around 75

[MnHowardCat]

Is Gorge W going to show up???? is that the big suprise????

5 day to go [smilie=042.gif]

[Caincando1]

Is Gorge W going to show up???? is that the big suprise????

5 day to go [smilie=042.gif]

No George W won't be in attendence this year. But we where thinking about taking a political stand this year. We where thinking about thongs with "No More Bush" printed on the front. What do you think about that? [smilie=071.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

Brian I don't realy wont to see you in a thong maybe you should lay off the booz for a while [smilie=1062.gif]

[mnfastboat]

Brian, do you and the misses still need a pair of seats to ride in?
As of now I am riding alone.

[Saleen367]

Brian, do you and the misses still need a pair of seats to ride in?
As of now I am riding alone.

It might be tough to pull him away from the ride he has right now. Copter pilot is letting him use his Cat (tri-hull). Says he thinks its a cat anyway. [smilie=265.gif]

1966 Larson with a 45 horse JC Penny outboard. Or was that Montgomery Wards?
[smilie=rocker] [smilie=eck02.gif]

Brian, you know you and Mandy would be more than welcome if we had room. Sorry bud. :roll: [smilie=042.gif]


mnfastboat, he's probably still trying to put out the fire from dialing your number so fast.


Oh and yes, I'm in charge of the sunshine ... who's in charge of the temperature, I'd like a word with you? [smilie=249.gif] [smilie=106.gif] :mrgreen:

[mnfastboat]

well, I now have two coming along
no high speed fly bys now :(

Brian, if you stil need a ride thats fine, we will have a boat load :)

[Caincando1]

well, I now have two coming along
no high speed fly bys now :(

Brian, if you stil need a ride thats fine, we will have a boat load :)

No worries, we will figure something out. [smilie=050.gif]

[Caincando1]

well, I now have two coming along
no high speed fly bys now :(

Brian, if you stil need a ride thats fine, we will have a boat load :)

No worries, we will figure something out. [smilie=050.gif]

[Caincando1]

So far Saleen seems to be doing a good job on the sunshine.

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high around 75.

[MnHowardCat]

How about 3 day's to go [smilie=1062.gif]

[wildchild212]

How about 3 day's to go [smilie=1062.gif]

How about 3 days till we finally get to see Howards new boat! Maybe he will have it all taped so we cant tell what it is. [smilie=265.gif] [smilie=657.gif]

[mnfastboat]

First he has to unshrinkwrap it [smilie=071.gif]

I am curious too


Hey, anyone that has a dB meter please bring it along.
I would like to check my exhaust BEFORE johny law wants too. :evil:

I know someone said they had one at the Rat Run, but never got a chance to check it with the rain that was coming in. Was more worried about getting back and loaded :lol:

[MnHowardCat]

I have a db meter i will bring it along
Don

[Saleen367]

Sat
Aug 21 Partly Cloudy 65°/52° 20 %

Bring sweatshirts! [smilie=106.gif]

Will still be a load of fun though. [smilie=071.gif]

[Caincando1]

Lake City

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high around 72.


Wabasha

Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 71.


Talk about an big temp. difference from last years mid 90's.

[mnfastboat]

I have a db meter i will bring it along
Don

Thanks Don :)

We can check out your new ride also [smilie=071.gif]

[Saleen367]

Printable Forecast Daytime High /
Overnight Low (°F) Precip.
Tonight
Aug 18 Mostly Clear / Wind 42° 20 %
Thu
Aug 19 Mostly Sunny 71°/49° 20 %
Fri
Aug 20 AM Clouds / PM Sun 67°/41° 20 %
Sat
Aug 21 Partly Cloudy 66°/48° 20 %
Sun
Aug 22 Scattered T-Storms 67°/55° 40 %


Lookin a bit nipplely. :oops: [smilie=eck02.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

Hear Kitty Kitty [smilie=126.gif]

[Thirsty Turtle]

Looking forward to seeing the new ride Don!

[Northern Baja]

Brian,

What is the process of signing up late. I'm hearing the guys at Parkside have gotten to the bottom of our boat problem. I think we're going to be making the run! [smilie=071.gif]

[Thirsty Turtle]

Show up at Great River Harbor before 9:00 AM on Saturday and we'll get you set up!

[Caincando1]

Reminder


I would like to remind everyone that the drivers meeting Saturday morning is mandatory. We are expecting a large number of boats this year. For obvious safety reasons, everyone MUST attend the drivers meeting. If you do not attend the drivers meeting you will be disqualified. Just to be clear only the driver themselves needs to attend the meeting. The boat and passengers do not need to be present.

[Caincando1]

Wabasha

Sunny, with a high around 70. Calm wind becoming west around 6 mph.


Lake City

Sunny, with a high near 71. Light west wind.


So Thirsty Turtle, whats this light wind gonna do to the lake? Probably not going to blow up and Pantera chop. [smilie=071.gif]

[Caincando1]

Brian,

What is the process of signing up late. I'm hearing the guys at Parkside have gotten to the bottom of our boat problem. I think we're going to be making the run! [smilie=071.gif]

What Thirsty Turtle said.

What was the problem?

[Northern Baja]

I actually haven't heard yet. I called and talked to the office twice. The claim is "it's fixed" and your bill is in the mail explaining the repair. They didn't give me anymore or connect me with Jay( the tech that checked it out). :roll:

I had discussed the situation with Jay prior. His paln was some baseline health checks and into the computer. I'm anxious to see the results. :shock:

So we'll see. Jay nailed it last time, so hopefully his record holds. I've been impressed with his knowledge and efficiency in the past.

I'm hoping for the best. It would be great change back to my bigger prop to get in the water and see if it's in the mood [smilie=071.gif]

[Northern Baja]

BTW. With us there is no risk of us passing the pace boat. I'm figuring we'll catch up with the pack at each food stop. Ha!

I'm a little concerned as our boat is considerable slower than most that will be on the run,but I've wanted to meet the crew. And if the weather right Jody will show off that new MidWestBoatParty camisole tank top. I like it! [smilie=071.gif]

[Saleen367]

Brian,

What is the process of signing up late. I'm hearing the guys at Parkside have gotten to the bottom of our boat problem. I think we're going to be making the run! [smilie=071.gif]

Come on down!

They will turn no one away.

Fill out the registration and meet us at Great River Harbor on Saturday morning. Oh and bring the checkbook. :oops: [smilie=071.gif]

Mandatory drivers meeting or you are DQ'd. They will walk you through the procedure when you get there. If you email him with your info, they will have a bag ready for you when you show up. Makes it easier.
[smilie=042.gif]

Good to hear your back on all cylinders. What was the problem?

[Saleen367]

One more day.

Record lows tonight, but its shaping up to be a great day tomorrow! [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[mnfastboat]

12 HOURS AND COUNTING
[smilie=071.gif] [smilie=657.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=1056.gif] [smilie=061.gif] [smilie=042.gif] :mrgreen: [smilie=1074.gif] [smilie=1062.gif] [smilie=050.gif] [smilie=circle.gif] [smilie=wowguy.gif] [smilie=bow.gif]

[mnfastboat]

HUMMM

Maybe I should not be at work and should be putting hte baot back together :(

Still have the exhaust riser off and no hose on :( [smilie=265.gif]

[mnfastboat]

wel, it looks like everyone is already down there :(

I will be there in about 11 hours :)

Just got done Frenzy'ing the boat [smilie=071.gif]
Thank god that stuff comes off easy since it was getting dark and I did both sides under the sundown :(
Port side was buffed off under the Moonlight :mrgreen:

[mnoutlaw]

What, no pictures yet!!!

I need pictures, just finished my tenth hour at work, two to go, let's get those pictures coming ASAP

[mnfastboat]

pictures, Hell I did not get home until 4:30 this morning :)

Nnow I am off to go Fourwheeling [smilie=071.gif]
Pictures will be dropped off tomorrow :oops:

[Saleen367]

A few pic's

[Saleen367]

3 more ...

Check out the 1st pic of the dog with the high speed sun googles [smilie=071.gif]

[Northern Baja]

Very well orgainzed event that was a bunch of fun for all involved! [smilie=appl] Super job! [smilie=appl]

We certainly had a great time!

Parkside didn't get the boat fixed after all so we had some problems mid stream but we hopped in with some new friends and finished the day.

In all it was a great day on the river! [smilie=071.gif] Thanks Mitch and Kim(#30)!

[Northern Baja]

We had a bunch of fun. [smilie=071.gif]

Very well organized run that went off without a hitch. Super job Brian! Your team really came through on this one! [smilie=appl] It was obvious from the start that this was going to be an experience. The vibration through the water from all the boats just idling warmed the ladies right up [smilie=071.gif]

It turned out Parkside didn't get their arms around the problem on our boat and while we decided we'd try to ease it through the run, it only got worse and finally quit in Pepin. So this week I'll beat on it and see if I can get it fixed for this weekend.

Not all bad though, we met some new friends and rode with them for the rest of the day. A huge thanks to Mitch and Kim(#30) for picked us up. If they had a good Samaritan award you surely would have gotten it!

The weather was great! Heading over in the morning at a temp of 46 had Jody a little worried but it warmed right up and was comfortable.

I appreciated the courtesy call from the Redwing PD, but was unimpressed with the community as a whole. Redwing missed out. this group of boats was quite a spectacle.

The grand prix start was something to experience. Again I gotta say the Mississippi Power boater Assoc. did a super job. Thanks!

[pier pressure]

Thanks to everyone, what an awesome day! [smilie=071.gif] The event was well organized and a ton of fun. It was great seeing and hearing all the big iron :shock:

Big thanks to Travis and Angie for the tour of your Black Thounder, what a boat! My wife wants one so she can do her jumping jacks in the cuddy in the mroning :lol: Hope to you see you in the Winona area soon.

[mnfastboat]

Yes it was a GREAT TIME [smilie=061.gif]
little worried about the morning frost and the snow looking fog over the river driving down.
But knew the sky was clear and the sun was shinning enough to burn it away in time to get things off.
Awesome ride through and through, however myself and crew enjoyed the ride back even more [smilie=042.gif]
Cannot wait to see all the pictures and especially the Video of the Grand Prix start [smilie=071.gif]

[Caincando1]

Pulling away fast.

[mnfastboat]

They surely left us as if we were standing still :(

Pretty good pic taken at speed. You can see my trim up but the waves look still
I need to buy my that camera :(
Now forget about work and get the rest of them posted [smilie=071.gif]

[Saleen367]

Pulling away fast.

You can just barely make out my rooster tail in the distance ... [smilie=265.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[mnfastboat]

Saleen, what are you running for heartbeats in your boat?

[Saleen367]

Saleen, what are you running for heartbeats in your boat?

HO's [smilie=042.gif]

The wife tried to talk me into MAG's, but I felt the extra $ was worth it. [smilie=071.gif]

[Dr. Jeff]

Saleen, what are you running for heartbeats in your boat?

HO's [smilie=042.gif]

The wife tried to talk me into MAG's, but I felt the extra $ was worth it. [smilie=071.gif]

Well if your wife was trying to talk you into Ho's you'd have the coolest wife ever!!!! [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[mika]

Nice to see ya MnFastBoat [smilie=042.gif]

a few pixs from the docks

[mika]

this thing was awesome!

[mika]

cig's power

[Caincando1]

I have 90 some pictures resized and ready to post. I think we need to start a new thread just for picture in GD area.

[400SS]

Saleen, what are you running for heartbeats in your boat?

HO's [smilie=042.gif]

The wife tried to talk me into MAG's, but I felt the extra $ was worth it. [smilie=071.gif]

Well if your wife was trying to talk you into Ho's you'd have the coolest wife ever!!!! [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

Why did you buy the HO's when you run it like a 30 Sundancer! Run that thing like ya stole it.. By the way you goona be on the lake on Labor day? :lol: :lol: [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[Caincando1]

random pic

[mnfastboat]

Nice to see ya MnFastBoat [smilie=042.gif]

a few pixs from the docks

Nice seeing yu again also.
Wish we could have talked more in person then yelling over water.
Next time.

give me a call sometime or shoot me your number.
My cell is GONE :(
but will have a replacement by weeks end.

[mnfastboat]

ANYONE find a Samsaung PDA phone after the run?
Mine is GONE, cannot find it anywhere. [smilie=106.gif]

[wildchild212]

Have not seen or heard of a phone being found. we do have a jacket though.

[mnfastboat]

:(

Well I called and suspended my service and also ordered a replacement phone
Was told it will be here by the end of the week :)
Now if I could just remember how to live with a PDA reminding me of everything :)
Sad when we get used to things we use and then not have them :(
not to mention everything that has been entered in the last week was not downloaded onto the computer :(

[Saleen367]

Saleen, what are you running for heartbeats in your boat?

HO's [smilie=042.gif]

The wife tried to talk me into MAG's, but I felt the extra $ was worth it. [smilie=071.gif]

Well if your wife was trying to talk you into Ho's you'd have the coolest wife ever!!!! [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

Why did you buy the HO's when you run it like a 30 Sundancer! Run that thing like ya stole it.. By the way you goona be on the lake on Labor day? :lol: :lol: [smilie=071.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

We ran it hard for the poker run 400SS!

Now its time to drop the oil and get back on it before fall.

If you'll be on the lake on LD, MrsSaleen and I will make it a point to be there. PM me if you have plans to come down. [smilie=042.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

We had a grate time can't wait for next year [smilie=050.gif]

[Saleen367]

Goning to have to find a new avatar MNHowardCat! [smilie=042.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

Ya I guess so [smilie=042.gif]

[BigDaddy]

and a new screen name!! :mrgreen:

[kingfish]

Whats going on with the video??? When will they ship or who do I contact if they already went out and I did not receive mine.

jcraigo@tds.net

[Saleen367]

Last I heard it came back from the videographer and was way short, so they sent it back and told him to do it right. [smilie=011.gif]

[Northern Baja]

I got an undate Friday on this. As you'd expect the video taken from the chopper is a challenge. So they are still in the mode of editing. Sounded like it's comin' soon! [smilie=071.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

Any DVD up date's?????

[wildchild212]

The video was a complete pain. We have had the video once, did not like it, so sent it back and asked to have redone. Well the redo has taken forever for some reason. I am hoping to have the videos shipped out no later then next Friday.

Please be patient I promise it is coming. We apologize for it being so late. Any other questions feel free to give me a call
(507) 280-6163
Mark Clement

[MnHowardCat]

So do you get a free case of beer with every video??? [smilie=1056.gif]

[mnfastboat]

All i have to say is AWESOME!
glad to be part of it.

Congrats to everyone that worked so hard to put this on for us [smilie=071.gif]

It can only get bigger and better with time :mrgreen:

[MnHowardCat]

YA what he said [smilie=042.gif]

[eddie]

How much is the video if a guy from the corn fields wanted to see how they do a poker run up North?

[wildchild212]

Eddie, We sold them for $25.00 the day of and $35.00 after the run. P.M. me your info it you would like one.
Mark

[wildchild212]

You will have to talk to mnhoward about the beer. [smilie=1062.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

[Caincando1]

You will have to talk to mnhoward about the beer. [smilie=1062.gif] [smilie=071.gif]

He can't afford beer now that he owns two boat. :mrgreen: Come on spill it DON!!!

[Saleen367]

Too bad I have no idea how to take an mpeg off the DVD and host it somewhere as a teaser. :roll: :oops:

[pier pressure]

Watched the video again over the lunch hour ~ what a blast, it is always funny to hear yourself talk on video!

Just think only 5 months until the Rat Rally [smilie=071.gif]

[pier pressure]

Just think only 5 months until the Rat Rally [smilie=071.gif][/quote]

Check that, only 4 months Friday May 6th

[Caincando1]

Just think only 5 months until the Rat Rally [smilie=071.gif]

Check that, only 4 months Friday May 6th[/quote]

Be there or be square. :mrgreen: How many years have you been going on the rat run? I think this is my 6th, except we missed a year because the river was closed, damn my memory sucks. [smilie=071.gif]

[Satisfied]

COME ON SUMMER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can't wait [smilie=657.gif] [smilie=101.gif] Winter sucks :evil:

[MnHowardCat]

COME ON SUMMER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can't wait [smilie=657.gif] [smilie=101.gif] Winter sucks :evil:

O come on Jeff you jest have to get out and have some fun in the snow it's not that bad I'm picking up my new bad ass toy tomorrow and I can't wait to go out and play
Don

[mnfastboat]

Don, now what are you getting??
I think you should put a pair of whipples on my boat for me so I can keep up with you this summer :)

[Satisfied]

Boy I think I need a new job can't keep up with you Don! :oops:

[MnHowardCat]

Well here it is I know I know I need a 900 like I need a hole in my head

[mnfastboat]

pretty sweet Don

However, I think you should have gotten a atv so we can go riding

a snowmobile in MN just does not get used as often as a fourwheeler [smilie=071.gif]

[MnHowardCat]

I would say I averaged about 3000 miles a year [smilie=1062.gif]

[Nipples]

Lookin good -
To bad you'll have to head south to find snow [smilie=265.gif]