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Headhunter

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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 07:20 AM

Macho, Macho Man...
I want to be a Macho Man (or Woman)...
Notice of Race/Schedule of Events

The Macho Man Distance Race
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Start: Davis Island Yacht Club Finish: Dunedin Causeway
Registration: e-mail: headhunter76@gmail.com
Skipper’s Meeting: 7:00 am Start: 8:00 am Cost: $30 or $55 for both races. TBCS members get $5 discount
Registration for the Macho Man is available to everyone, but:
Must be at least 2 persons on each boat.
This year we're going to score the big race.
Since it's inception it's been a “run what ya brung” no rules, first one to Dunedin Causeway wins.
This year Tampa Bay Cat Sailors is going to run this as a two day event.
Day one, Lemans start from Davis Island sea plane basin to Dunedin Causeway. Start time 8 AM. The distance is approx 75 miles.
If you ever wanted to try a long race this would be a good one.
Only two person boats will be allowed for this race.
Trophies given for top three places and one for line honors.
Registration includes one T-Shirt and two drink tickets good at Cricketers, a pub located on the Causeway. They will also have an appetizer bar set up for us, a private section for race participants, and an outstanding band (Tribal Style). We will do the Trophy presentations there.
We will also do registration for the Mini Macho at the same time. For those that register for the Mini Macho this will be a pre-race party.
Registration will be at Davis Island Friday March 23rd from 4pm to 7pm and Saturday morning starting at 6 am. Important: If you do not reach the Dunedin Causeway by 5:00pm, please contact the Race Committee. Contact info will be given after email registration.

Mini-Macho Around the Island
“Rocco/Smitty Memorial Regatta”
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Start/Finish: Dunedin Causeway – Next to Honeymoon Island
Registration: Saturday Afternoon with RC on the Causeway and at
Cricketers after the big race the night before. Skipper’s Meeting:
10:00am Start: 11:00am Cost: $30 TBCS members $5 off.
Day two, this will be a distance race circling Caladesi Island and Clearwater Beach. If
the breeze is up some additional distance will be added. This is a course that gives
open water (the Gulf) and a technical leg (skinny water) St. Joseph Sound.
This race is open to all boats. There will be three classes, High, Low Portsmouth and
Spin.
Trophies three deep per class.
Registration will be Saturday afternoon with the race committee on the Causeway and
at Cricketers after the big race.
You are encouraged to register at the beach or at Cricketers. Skipper and crew will
receive a drink ticket good at Cricketers. There will also be an appetizer bar.
Hotel and Around the Island info: catmann2112@yahoo.com
Races will be governed by the rules as defined in the Racing Rules of Sailing
and the Sailing Instructions.
daniel_t

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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 10:29 AM

I plan on entering the mini-macho man. My daughter surprised me last night when I talked about it by saying, "I want to be your crew." (I was planing on sailing single handed.)

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Headhunter

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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 11:00 AM

Good deal man! Looking forward to meeting you. Don't forget the party Saturday night at Cricketer's Pub on the corner of Alt-19 and Curlew. We'll have registration for the Mini there, with drink tickets, buffet, and Tribal Style (awesome band) is playing that night.
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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 11:35 AM

This sounds like some good sailing in a beautiful area, would have to buzz close to Clearwater beach since it will no doubt be full of Spring Breakers!

The longer Macho Man sounds like a "one way" race, so you need a ground crew to bring car and trailer from the Yacht Club to the causeway?

Is this the route of the two races?

Black link is Macho and Red line is Mini-Macho if I have it right, pretty much explore the Tamp Bay area! What are the normal wind and water temps that time of year?

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daniel_t

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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 11:43 AM

Generally, the routes that Damon presents are correct, however if I were doing the Macho-Man, I think I would cut it a lot closer to the shore on the southern end. I'm pretty sure that small sailboats can get under the bridge that is about half a mile south of the mainland, then cut between Pass A Grille and Tierra Verde.

However, one of the reasons I'm not doing the race because I don't know much about that area.

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RicardOben

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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 11:53 AM

I am not from the area but have sailed it some, my buddy has a getaway in South St Pete on the bay side and we go to the bridge islands all the time. I am pretty sure that is not the case, to get to the gulf side you pretty much have to go under the skyway. I would have to look at a chart to be sure. It will be rough water no matter the wind under the main part of the bridge, just due to boat traffic If the weather is decent it would be a blast. HTH, Ricardo.

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Headhunter

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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 12:04 PM

Yes, you need ground crew to bring trailers/vehicles/beach wheels back to Dunedin Causeway for the Macho Man (big race) on Saturday. We have a few volunteers to run equipment back if necessary. Folks in need of assistance are encouraged to contact me prior to and we can try to accommodate.

That's the basic route. Everyone just runs around Ft. Desoto for the big race. Last year I installed FlytoMap GPS for iphone and it worked great.

The wind can be all over the place, as was the case last year. We started out in 3kts and it dropped to 0 until the sea breeze kicked in to a steady 12-15. I can't recall water temp, perhaps around 70 I'm guessing? We raced in shorts & t-shirt most of the race, opting for splash gear in the late afternoon once the wind picked up and the sun started to fade.
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Posted: Feb 20, 2012 - 12:29 PM

Makes me want to go! We did Ruff Rider (Texas coast 150 miles in two days), 90 the first day was no problem. Again sounds like fun.
By the way can you tell it is cold and boring in Kansas? LOL, Richard.

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MillCreek

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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 06:09 AM

HeadhunterYes, you need ground crew to bring trailers/vehicles/beach wheels back to Dunedin Causeway for the Macho Man (big race) on Saturday. We have a few volunteers to run equipment back if necessary. Folks in need of assistance are encouraged to contact me prior to and we can try to accommodate.

That's the basic route. Everyone just runs around Ft. Desoto for the big race. Last year I installed FlytoMap GPS for iphone and it worked great.

The wind can be all over the place, as was the case last year. We started out in 3kts and it dropped to 0 until the sea breeze kicked in to a steady 12-15. I can't recall water temp, perhaps around 70 I'm guessing? We raced in shorts & t-shirt most of the race, opting for splash gear in the late afternoon once the wind picked up and the sun started to fade.

Is there any count yet on how many are coming and or signed up? I understand that is the same weekend as Mid Winters in Pensacola. Is this race for sure, so I can make reservations?

Thanks

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Headhunter

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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 06:47 AM

No count as of yet. I'll update when we're closer to that weekend.

From what I can tell, Midwinters is a few weeks after so no conflict. http://www.hcana.hobiecla…2/2012_Hobie_MWE_NOR.pdf
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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 07:56 AM

HeadhunterNo count as of yet. I'll update when we're closer to that weekend.

From what I can tell, Midwinters is a few weeks after so no conflict. http://www.hcana.hobiecla…2/2012_Hobie_MWE_NOR.pdf

Here is the NOR:

http://www.catsailor.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=243129#Post243129

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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 08:40 AM

QuoteIs this the route of the two races?

"If the breeze is up some additional distance will be added."

It is very likely the course will also go north around 3 rooker, or even furthur depending on wind

Edited by MN3 on Feb 21, 2012 - 08:47 AM.
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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 12:24 PM

Both of those races sound like a blast!! I may not be macho enough for Saturday's race. But I'm very interested in the mini-macho.

What was the winning time last year?
MillCreek

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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 12:58 PM

A little less than 12 hours, with about 5 of that with no wind in a float fest.

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Posted: Feb 21, 2012 - 04:01 PM

Very cool this will be a blast . See you all at Davis Island

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Posted: Feb 22, 2012 - 12:04 PM

MN3
QuoteIs this the route of the two races?

"If the breeze is up some additional distance will be added."

It is very likely the course will also go north around 3 rooker, or even furthur depending on windEdited by MN3 on Feb 21, 2012 - 08:47 AM.

No not planning on going North for the Mini Macho. It's easy to add distance by requiring the boats go around few marks.

If anyone needs help or a place to stay contact me catmann2112@yahoo.com, Call me 727-410-7961c.

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catman

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Posted: Feb 22, 2012 - 12:06 PM

And yes that's basically the courses.

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Posted: Feb 22, 2012 - 12:21 PM

catmanAnd yes that's basically the courses.

Thanks Mike, and feel free to use my carefully created course graphic to explain the race.

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Posted: Feb 22, 2012 - 12:25 PM

This thread has gotten the events good pub but they still need to be added to the calendar. Link to Add Event is in under the main Calendar tab.

Just a reminder.

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Posted: Feb 22, 2012 - 01:18 PM

Done, thanks Damon.

http://www.thebeachcats.c…viewtype/details/eid/554