I have almost, almost I say, gotten in touch with Mike Krantz with Layline. (He was getting off a boat at Chicago last time I heard.) If he returns my call, I am going to plug this to him.
I realize that the primary aim is to get the greenhorn community in touch with the vets, as Jake mentioned earlier, but couple of random thoughts:
First, most of the folks who are buying these cats are pretty smart folks (and can afford the outlay).
Most of these smart folks who are just getting into sailing would love to hear from a Trey or Jake about rigging or racing tactics. That is not something just dealers have to do.
So, it's not just introducing greenhorns to vets, but also a way to pass along a little knowledge that will probably spur some into cats and racing in particular.
Second, I personally would look forward to a day or two of casual sailing with some low-pressure workshops on rigging or racing tactics. All done with a little fine dining and enjoying the water and the sun thrown in.
Most marinas and even a few restaurants like these kind of events (I assume) because they get to sell stuff. Start it at a marina and sail to a restaurant and eat. Sounds like my kind of weekend.
I know Mike personally and am most certain Layline would help out. Most dealers would - it serves them well too.
Jake,
Any thoughts on dates yet?
that's coming very soon - we'll probably have dates and location nailed down next week.
Jaek
it's ON! I went in front of the Keowee Sailing Club board of directors this morning (naturally, I was last in a 3.5 hour meeting) and I had to make an executive decision on the date (since it was the only one available). The first Catapalooza is taking place on Lake Keowee the weekend of September 13 and 14!
Primitive camping spots and RV parking is available. There are hotels nearby too. We'll be providing a cookout on Saturday night and bunch of fun!
More details coming soon.
Good choice Jake....I can make it!
Send me the graphics so I can get the stickers made.
Good choice Jake....I can make it!
Send me the graphics so I can get the stickers made.
That's great Jack! I have the decal already designed but it's on my work computer. I'll get it to you tomorrow.
(we're doing commemorative decals).
Jake
Jake, showed GREAT self control as we sat and waited for our turn to speak. Lot of club BS. I have some club members who have volunteered to run club skiffs to be on the water for safety and help man the grills.
I hope to see a great turn out for this fun event!!
If me new tramp can get in before then I'll be there.
What's up with Kate?
I hope to see a great turn out for this fun event!!
Yes, and David left me in the midst of the 2 hour dock anchor debate but was tolerant when I called him to lie that
we were up!
just because I was getting lonely. Thanks man. You would think we're the only people that own docks in the world...such a science.
Wait
Did you just call my wife a tramp Jake?
😛
Jake, showed GREAT self control as we sat and waited for our turn to speak. Lot of club BS. I have some club members who have volunteered to run club skiffs to be on the water for safety and help man the grills.
I hope to see a great turn out for this fun event!!
Yes, and David left me in the midst of the 2 hour dock anchor debate but was tolerant when I called him to lie that
we were up!
just because I was getting lonely. Thanks man. You would think we're the only people that own docks in the world...such a science.
Where do we send the cheddar!? The sign-up fee or whatever? Er, where do we send the registration money... There is one, yes?
Surely you shouldn't endure 3.5 hours of dock debate for nothing!
We're hoping to have no registration fee...but pre-sign up will be urged. We'll try to get something on the EMSA site this week.
Jake
I'm looking forward to this. Will you (Jake) be bringing the smokin' animals?
Thanks for your hard work!
Kent
Jake, I noticed that you put up a registration page for the Catapalooza. http://www.treystoneinc.com/esma/
Do you need help with anything that a novice can do?
BTW there's a typo at the bottom of the page
Are you brining a boat?
Thanks again for your work to help people like me out.
Thanks for linking to the registration page! I'm sure we'll need some help. I'n currently in an internet black hole in Caseville, MI for the Performance Catamaran's NA's. Once I get back next weekend I will have a chance to review the registrations and start to build some of the plans for programs with some of our other local sailors.