Thanks for the support!

[Garrddogg]

I just want to say thanks to every one for the prayers and support.
WOW how quick a good day can turn on ya!
Steven (K26 son) got the worst of it.VERY glad everyones ok..
A big thanks to Dex for pluckin us all out of the drink and delivering us to shore!!And to K26 for some dry clothes.
Jasons (jdoginla) keys keys went down as did all of our cell phones,
It did HURT like hell to watch my beautiful boat go down in 2440 feet.
BUT WE ALL GOT OFF THE BOAT SAFE THATS WHAT COUNTS!
What an awsome ***boat family,Thanks again for the thoughts and prayers!!
I dont know whats next for me but I wont be far.
Force 26

[Craig]

Sucks losing the boat, but like everyone has said, it can be replaced. Glad no one was seriously hurt. Had to have been gut wrenching watching that happen :cry: Is the water out there really greater than 2000 feet or was that a typo?
Craig

[Garrddogg]

no typo 2440 per coast gaurd

[Cas]

as many others have said, the boat can be replaced. I too am glad everyone is safe and sound!

[Sleek-Jet]

We're just all relieved that everyone is OK...
As for the boat, insurance is a good thing, right?? You'll be back up and running before you know it.
:smile:

[Garrddogg]

not what you want to wake up too
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1652Catalina675.jpg

[Quality Time]

Gary, didn't get a chance to say hi yesterday, ran with you on Dam Run 1. Glad to see you are in good spirits and that everyone is accounted for!

[Daytona100]

Sorry to hear of your loss. Thank God there were some good people around to help you and yours out. Look at the briteside itstime to go boatshopping.

[Kachina26]

not what you want to wake up too
]
That's a heartbreaker!!!!
When you breaking out the new identity?

[HCS]

Wow! That's heavy stuff. Glad everyones physically ok.

[jbtrailerjim]

Wow!! I'm so sorry to hear about your boat. Thank god no one was seriously hurt.

[racecar.hotshoe]

Say what you will bro but that empty trailer to me looks a hell of alot better than a hurse in front of your house.I am so gratefull that you guys are ok.There will be a new boat on that trailer before you know it,Mark

[Phat Matt]

not what you want to wake up too
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1652Catalina675.jpg
I bet you get better mileage now. :rollside: You've also got all winter to find a replacement. Glad you all made it out alive!

[mike37]

Gary you better get your new boat on the build list if you want to make the next dam run
you will have no problem getting a ride but you know thats not the same

[rrrr]

I told my wife about the incident this morning, I could hardly keep it together because it brought back memories of the accident I mentioned in the other thread.
She wanted me to tell you guys she is very thankful everyone made it back OK.

[Racer277]

Yeah Gary, you got angels watching out for you, Thank God.
Now my wife is crying again :rolleyes:
Glad everyone is safe. Hopefully those cell phones were insured.

[OutCole'd]

Gary, sorry about losing your awesome boat. Boats can be replaced, people can't. I'm so glad no one was seriously injured.
Best of luck to you.

[Mrs.Racer277]

Gary I don't even know what to say. I cried for you last night and today. I can not imagine watching that happen to my boat. I thank god no one was hurt. Don't worry those cell phones will not be alone my sister has 3 in the Big Blue. :wink:
Dia

[WetWillie]

Gary, Sorry to hear about your loss glad your all safe.
What kind of boat was it? Your name implies and 26ft force
but your trailer didnt look like it held a cat?

[switchin'addiction]

Say what you will bro but that empty trailer to me looks a hell of alot better than a hurse in front of your house.I am so gratefull that you guys are ok.There will be a new boat on that trailer before you know it,Mark
Very good words right there IMO!!

[Kilrtoy]

Glad to hear your ok Skipper, Think of it this way you will have another new ride. Take care Gary......

[Mrs. casean]

Gary, I am sooooo sad for your loss and experience yesterday. How scary the thought is for me and I can only Imagine what you all experienced and saw.... I hope you are all okay (I didn't read of any serious injuries thank GOD!) I know we are all here for you and you got a seat on lots of boats in the mean time :D Take care and I am just sooooo glad to hear you are all okay and no lives were taken... cherish your memories with your beautiful boat and great times on it... good luck w/ everything! We're thinkin of you!

[hot_diggity_dog]

Gary, Sorry to hear about your loss glad your all safe.
What kind of boat was it? Your name implies and 26ft force
but your trailer didnt look like it held a cat?
HHHHMMM :D
26' Force "V" ???? :confused: :hammer2:
http://www.offshoreonly.com/gallery/data/500/3IMG_0699.JPG
HDD :D

[Kachina26]

It's a Kachina Force 26 (http://kachinaboats.com/force/index.html) foot. Pics are still on the Kachina website.

[Garrddogg]

I'm sorry to see my baby go.....BUT,
All day all I can think of is how GREATFUL I am nobody got hurt worse!

[Goldilocks]

I'm sorry to see my baby go.....BUT,
All day all I can think of is how GREATFUL I am nobody got hurt worse!
Yes, we are all grateful as well that everyone is okay!

[Mrs. casean]

I'm sorry to see my baby go.....BUT,
All day all I can think of is how GREATFUL I am nobody got hurt worse!
Gary you got a great attitude!!!! I am soooooooo sorry for everything that has happened... but yes, you are all ok and thank GOD! Hang in there!

[JustMVG]

Glad to see that you're alright and that everyone made it safe and sound, have you thought about putting your trailer in front of the Manufacturer's place, i heard somewhere that someone did that, sorry to make light of your situation, but it's all about trying to move forward, you got your health you got your future, ...... MVG

[Kachina26]

Hey Gary, check it out!!!! Demo days! (http://***boat.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63437)

[atomickitn]

sorry to here of your loss glad no one was hurt :frown:

[Debbolas]

Gary,
Glad everyone is ok, I am just sick about your boat. You KNOW how I felt about it......(I so coveted your blue engine and bow foam wedge) :p
Well, boat show special time?
Did ya call Louie yet?

[ahhell]

I'm sorry to see my baby go.....BUT,
All day all I can think of is how GREATFUL I am nobody got hurt worse!
fiberglass is cheaper than life...glad all are good...sorry about the boat :(

[Scream]

Gary, glad you're ok. Sorry about K26's son's hair...that had to smell bad :D . I bet that young man has a story to tell now...
Good luck with the next iteration and you're welcome with us when we're out and about, you know that. Turn this tragedy into an opportunity. See ya on the water soon.
Scream :hammer2:

[syke-o]

im a little late on this.. but i am glad you guys are ok and no one got hurt!!

[dexman38]

gary running hardhttp://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1739100_1129.JPG

[dexman38]

:cool: gary running hardhttp://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1739100_1129.JPG

[FRENCHIE]

WELL IVE BEEN HOLDING BACK FOR 24 HOURS NOW...BUT MAYBEE SOMEONE IS TELLING YA SOMEHTING.....THE FIRST TIME A SHOCKWAVE TOWED YA IN...THE SECOND A SHOCKWAVE SAVED YOUR LIFE!!! HMMMMMM :jawdrop: :idea: ;)
ya know i love ya man!!! ;) ;)

[dexman38]

hmmm ;) i agree

[PHX ATC]

Sorry to hear about the sinkage.
Glad everyone's okay that went along. Great having good people to help you out in a pinch.
I know of a Nordic that is for sale....... :D Bad timing, but then again, nobody has ever told me I have class..... :redface:

[Kachina26]

WELL IVE BEEN HOLDING BACK FOR 24 HOURS NOW...BUT MAYBEE SOMEONE IS TELLING YA SOMEHTING.....THE FIRST TIME A SHOCKWAVE TOWED YA IN...THE SECOND A SHOCKWAVE SAVED YOUR LIFE!!! HMMMMMM :jawdrop: :idea: ;)
ya know i love ya man!!! ;) ;)
24 hours??!! Boy do you have a short memory :notam:
I Called Kachina 26 Adn He Said They All Got Overboard And Got On Dexman38's ...."shockwave" And Just Sit And Watched As His Boat Was Going Up In Flames And Slowly Going Down!!!

[hoolign]

Hey dude..Glad your all ok!..I been there myself with a boat catchin on fire, not in the big blue mind you, but the sense of having absolutely no control over the situation is a feeling aI don't ever want to expierience again....Once again glad your all ok.
Jeff.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/433F1150010-med.jpg

[SHAKE-YO-AZZ]

WELL IVE BEEN HOLDING BACK FOR 24 HOURS NOW...BUT MAYBEE SOMEONE IS TELLING YA SOMEHTING.....THE FIRST TIME A SHOCKWAVE TOWED YA IN...THE SECOND A SHOCKWAVE SAVED YOUR LIFE!!! HMMMMMM :jawdrop: :idea: ;)
ya know i love ya man!!! ;) ;)
thats just not right LMAO

[Mrs. HOOTER SLED]

So sorry to hear about every thing that happened....I'm glad to see you in high spirits and your right that it would rather be the boat then you or any one else. Hope you all are well :D

[Midlife Advantage]

I just want to say thanks to every one for the prayers and support.
WOW how quick a good day can turn on ya!
Steven (K26 son) got the worst of it.VERY glad everyones ok..
A big thanks to Dex for pluckin us all out of the drink and delivering us to shore!!And to K26 for some dry clothes.
Jasons (jdoginla) keys keys went down as did all of our cell phones,
It did HURT like hell to watch my beautiful boat go down in 2440 feet.
BUT WE ALL GOT OFF THE BOAT SAFE THATS WHAT COUNTS!
What an awsome ***boat family,Thanks again for the thoughts and prayers!!
I dont know whats next for me but I wont be far.
Force 26
Gary- whattya say you come to the Canyon Inn Wed night and tell the whole story? Would love to hear it all first hand, maybe we can all learn from it over a few beers