The Freeboard Challenged event

[roostwear]

Date and location is about 90% etched in stone. The other 10% depends on YOU GUYS!
Here's a link to the signup sheet (http://www.roostwear.com/signup.htm) If boating without dodging yachts, and trying out a new spot sounds good to you, sign up so I can get a better idea what size event we're talking about.
Sponsors/ gluttens for punishment welcomed!

[wsuwrhr]

Im in roost. This is going to be a great event.
Brian

[roostwear]

That's the reason I included the "how are you staying" on the form. I'll be able to gauge the total number, and also how many RVs, motel rooms, etc.
Maybe Cyclone will have his blower motor ready for a little shakedown run at Lost Lake! For that matter, we haven't really heard from Randy lately, so he could have been adding some HP over the winter. Me, I'm stuck at 40 mph..........:D

[wsuwrhr]

Originally posted by riodog
If we could get an idea of how many RV's are planning to attend it would really help. The park is not set up for RV's and space is limited however the person in charge is open to suggestions and or accommodating us if at all possible. I do not think he'd go for 20-30- large RV's but when we get an idea how many We'll check it out.
Fulton
That is no good, my hooptie RV is 30 ft.
Brian

[BGMAN203]

If the event is going to be held at Big River RV park, why is rv parking going to be a problem?? I don't unterstand? Doesn't that resort hold like 250 rv's?

[roostwear]

http://www.campingfriend.com/BigRiverRVPark/pictures/mapsite.gif

[wsuwrhr]

ok then, I know riverfront are the choice spots to have, but whereabouts will the shindig take place so I can get the pimpin spot?
Brian

[Danhercules]

Hey Roost, did you call can get raservations yet? I wend by there this past weekend, and they said they are just about full for all summer!!!!
Not tryin to rain on the parade, just watchin out.

[roostwear]

I kinda have to reverse engineer this thing. Can't reserve room without a count....... can't get a count without announcing it.

[wrightnow]

I will be there, site number 12. This will be our 12 year at big river.
I would think that anyone looking to RV it, should not have to much of a problem as a weekender getting a spot. They seem to always have open spots unless it's july 4th.
Look forward to meeting more peps from the boards.....
Mark

[roostwear]

I'm putting together an FAQ page as we speak to answer some questions, give details, confuse the feeble, etc. First things first.... gotta get the graphics for the sponsors done!

[Big Proppa]

We'll be in spot 138 from the end of April till then end of November.
So sign us up!

[TRG]

can someone give me the # to the camp groung for season reservations? thanks todd!

[Big Proppa]

Todd - here you go, (760)665-9359
good luck!!

[hack job]

looking in to ptting our trailer out there for the summer so you might as well count us in.;)

[wrightnow]

Tyson, did you guys get a trailer and are we going to see you this weekend.

[wrightnow]

Originally posted by Big Proppa
We'll be in spot 138 from the end of April till then end of November.
So sign us up!
Yeh, I know you will be there, but in what boat, jet, v-drive, jet ski?

[Cs19]

Wrightnow, hopefully we have boats by then too! :D

[wsuwrhr]

Originally posted by riodog
Mark, ya beat me to it ! lol- Big Proppa come in! WHAT can we expect this year? I got a little yellow blow-up boat iffin ya wanta use it. Ya gotta blow it up you're self though. lol
Rio> Michael:D
He is a cool guy, I will let him use my air compressor if he wants.
Brian

[TRG]

im getting the impression that spaces for the season are getting scarce? is this something that i should be worried about?...being that its still feb.?
thanks for the # "BIG P", i called and they were closed for the day! todd

[wrightnow]

Originally posted by cs19
Wrightnow, hopefully we have boats by then too! :D
I spoke with DNE yesterday and Dave is pushing to have both of us up and running in Feb. I guest we will just have to wait and see......lol

[Danhercules]

Originally posted by hack job
looking in to ptting our trailer out there for the summer so you might as well count us in.;)
Are you gonna keep your trailer at Big River? They only give dry storage space if you keep you trailer on a spot for 2 months. Its like $250 a month. Thats why Vic and I are gonna keep our trailers at Twin Palms. Its 25 a month, and 60 bucks for a weekend spot, with cabanna, 30 yds from the water. I got some pics of Twin Palms if your interested.

[hack job]

Originally posted by wrightnow
Tyson, did you guys get a trailer and are we going to see you this weekend.
with any luck we should be picking up our trailer on friday mid dayish and we will be loading and jaming out to pismo for sure.
;) we are going to look in to the big river thing and a couple of other places down that way so we can keep it on the spot. i like the idea of it always being in the same spot.;)

[Cs19]

Originally posted by wrightnow
I spoke with DNE yesterday and Dave is pushing to have both of us up and running in Feb. I guest we will just have to wait and see......lol
Well that will work for me, Feb. would be great!!. My CP pistons came in the other day, they look unreal!!! camshafts are in too.:D See ya.

[TRG]

they returned my call this afternoon and at big river, they have 7 spots avail. and...
the first mo. space rent is 315.00
#2 is 285.00
#3 and there after is 245.00 a mo.
the spaces avail. are..
#37.
42.
51.
59.
147.
148.
150.
it does'nt look like i'll be staying at big river, unless my wife starts shitting golden eggs! then i'll sell tickets to watch and make money, hand over fist! lol
dan and vic! we are very interested in staying were you guys are! can you send me some info or pics?
todd-n-justine-n-savanah

[wrightnow]

Big River does have weekend or daily rates also and then you can store it for $20 a month.....
Mark

[wrightnow]

Originally posted by hack job
with any luck we should be picking up our trailer on friday mid dayish and we will be loading and jaming out to pismo for sure.
;) we are going to look in to the big river thing and a couple of other places down that way so we can keep it on the spot. i like the idea of it always being in the same spot.;)
Then lets drive up together, I'm not leaving until late friday also...call me
Mark

[Danhercules]

Originally posted by wrightnow
Big River does have weekend or daily rates also and then you can store it for $20 a month.....
Mark
I called them, to qualify for he monthly storange of $20 a month, you need to 1st keep a hookup spot for 2 months. Then you can dry storage. You have to do this every year. That is what she told me. I repeated it to make sure I heard it right , she said "yup, you got it"

[Danhercules]

Here is Twin Plams.
Its $60 bucks a weekend, for 2 people in a RV with elec and H2O hookups. Dry storage is like $30 a mo.
This is the store/office
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/4763IM001030-med.JPG
This is a 180* shot twards the "FULL RV hook ups"
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/4763IM001031.JPG
This is across form the "FULL RV hook ups". These are the cabannas, accually like little patio covers. There is power and water to hook up to. YOu are allowed to dump in the in the FULL hook up area when your done for the weekend.
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/4763IM001032-med.JPG
Here is looking out from the "cabanna"
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/4763IM001033-med.JPG
And here is another pic of the beach looking down river..
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/4763IM001034-med.JPG
Hope you guys enjoy.
I was at Big river, Lost lake, and Twin Palms. I like Twin Palms the best. I am looking for close to the beach with the RV and able to keep boat in the water over night. This is where i will be saying THIS summer. I am gonna keep looking for other places.

[hack job]

Originally posted by wrightnow
Then lets drive up together, I'm not leaving until late friday also...call me
Mark
ill call you . we should be on the road by 4 let me know.;)

[HavasuBarney]

Damn, that sounds like a lot more fun than the Freedom Challenged Event I signed up for.... :rolleyes:

[roostwear]

And the sponsors name isn't Uncle Sam either! Sorry to hear about the mandatory event.... hope the time goes quick. 4 words..... soap on a rope.

[BGMAN203]

OK , I just got my spot. #131. Hope to have a good time with everyone.
Brian

[roostwear]

As everyone gets a spot, email me the # and I'll update the MAP (http://www.roostwear.com/fc/brcamp.jpg)
FYI- So far, 78 people attending and at least 28 boats!

[TRG]

yeah!!! im stayin' with brian (bgman203)!!
UH....can i stay with you brian??

[wsuwrhr]

Originally posted by roostwear
As everyone gets a spot, email me the # and I'll update the MAP (http://www.roostwear.com/fc/brcamp.jpg)
FYI- So far, 78 people attending and at least 28 boats!
I don't know my ACTUAL spot Roost. She said they were trying to keep everyone else together. I will get my number when I register. I can't wait.
Brian

[Caribbean Jet]

I look forward to seeing all of you guys out there, sounds like an event made for my boat.

[roostwear]

We''l see you there!
http://www.roostwear.com/fc/fc2.gif

[TRG]

damn mike...you must have some time on your hands...gettin all jiggy with the graphics "n" shit!

[Caribbean Jet]

Where can we camp out there? Anybody have any ideas?

[CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE]

Thinking about making the trip. How many v-drives going? Bent my prop shaft last time out there.Think we will stay in parker. That is still pretty close.We too po fo de moho.Still have lots to do before then on the boat.Like fix the prop shaft.:(

[SPECTRABRENT]

Big River Inn.
Brent

[BGMAN203]

Originally posted by CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE
Thinking about making the trip. How many v-drives going? Bent my prop shaft last time out there.Think we will stay in parker. That is still pretty close.We too po fo de moho.Still have lots to do before then on the boat.Like fix the prop shaft.:(
I think I am the only one so far, so please cruise up so I am not a loner:( :D

[roostwear]

Originally posted by toddnjuzz
damn mike...you must have some time on your hands...gettin all jiggy with the graphics "n" shit!
:D
Fix the prop shaft, and come out. Don't worry about other v-drives. It's about boating............. regardless of what drive you have.

[wsuwrhr]

Originally posted by BGMAN203
I think I am the only one so far, so please cruise up so I am not a loner:( :D
If I had a V-drive, I would bring them both. We'll see what happens in the next month or so.
Brian

[TRG]

yo b,...you are'nt a loner...cuz if my boat aint a flotin' im riding in yours!!:D :D :D

[Mopar426]

I'm gettin ready. I can't imagine the park being totally full that weekend. Got an email back from BR and should have a space reserved this week. I'll be out there for two weeks. Here is my rig.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1223sports_coach2-med.jpg

[Cs19]

Last i heard NJBA was holding an event the same weekend.:confused: sounds like I have a decision to make. If I do come out I will be staying near twin palms, about 1/2 hour down river and I will make the trip up in the morning.

[BGMAN203]

Originally posted by toddnjuzz
yo b,...you are'nt a loner...cuz if my boat aint a flotin' im riding in yours!!:D :D :D
Good, then I got a towel bitch. You can wipe the boat down at the end of the day while I sit back, relax, and drink my beer!!:D

[roostwear]

I checked it out, and there is a meet at Ming the same weekend.

[HBjet]

I noticed 565edge is registered to attend this event.
565edge, are you really going to attend? If so, then lets line up and see if that checker board can stay lit long enough for a little river race. You want to kick my ass so bad on the water (why I will never know) so now you will have your chance. Come on out and lets end this and see who gets put on the beach.
Your 565ci 15:1 1000hp motor in a Tom Papp tunnel VS my 496ci pump gas 700hp motor in an Eliminator Liberty
Should be fun, if you don't flake.
HBjet

[roostwear]

Ok, here's a perfect time for the legal mumbo jumbo.
"The organizers and sponsors of the Freeboard Challenged Summer Jumpstart (hereby called "the event") do not advertise, endorse, or support any speed contests by the attendees, and as such, cannot be held liable for damages or claims brought by the actions of said attendees. Attendees are solely responsible for their actions and agree to release the event organizers and sponsors from any and all legal actions".
Safety is the highest priority in an boating event, and the Freeboard Challenged event is no different. Anyone that cannot conduct themselves in a civil and safe manner will be asked to leave.
If anyone cannot abide by, or agree to, the above statements, DO NOT ATTEND!

[flat broke]

Mike,
Change your registration form to have a radio button that indicates that the guest agree's to those terms. If they don't click yes, they can't register.
Posting it on the web is not going to save your arse if someone stubs their toe and sues for a mill. They have to proactively indicate that they agree to the terms.
Good luck,
Chris

[cyclone]

so i guess we need to be on our best behavior then? ill set the rev limiter to 5,000 rpm. :D
So does this mean that we aren't allowed to haul butt down the river or is this just to protect your butt?
im still going i just want to make sure i dont hurt anyone's feelings by runnin my boat hard. :)

[roostwear]

Basically, it's a liabilty thang. The event doesn't endorse speed runs, but you as an individual can go where you want, and do what you want. I don't think that anything in the disclaimer is unreasonable, and you know me, I'm not into the nazi organizational thing. Just a few basic rules to cover Roost's ass, ya know?

[cyclone]

its all good. i just wanted to make sure that i wasnt going to violate any rules. i think this is a great event even if i couldnt get involved in a friendly river race or two. :)

[Danhercules]

Originally posted by cyclone
its all good. i just wanted to make sure that i wasnt going to violate any rules. i think this is a great event even if i couldnt get involved in a friendly river race or two. :)
Or three, or four, or five ect...............................
Hey Cyclone, I will run ya. We will put a beer bong on it.
I hope I dont loose!!:p

[roostwear]

Originally posted by flat broke
Mike,
Change your registration form to have a radio button that indicates that the guest agree's to those terms. If they don't click yes, they can't register.
Posting it on the web is not going to save your arse if someone stubs their toe and sues for a mill. They have to proactively indicate that they agree to the terms.
Good luck,
Chris
Dood idea, that'll be revised tonight. It was bound to come to this.... growing pains, I guess.

[LeE ss13]

Ya know .... this is sounding pretty good. We have friends we stay with at Big River, and there are no Circle Boat Races that weekend. A couple of days on the good water of Big River with some Hot Boat Forum people might just be good therapy. Are there any Saturday night Barbeque plans ???
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/516/308ssra_parker0002.jpg

[cyclone]

Originally posted by Danhercules
Or three, or four, or five ect...............................
Hey Cyclone, I will run ya. We will put a beer bong on it.
I hope I dont loose!!:p
your on. you want to race forwards or backwards?:D

[LeE ss13]

Originally posted by cyclone
your on. you want to race forwards or backwards?:D
You have a backwards ???

[cyclone]

yeah its crazy concept but i've got reverse. i cant be the only one?:)

[HBjet]

Originally posted by LeE ss13
Are there any Saturday night Barbeque plans ???
Sure, you can BBQ with us!
HBjet

[BGMAN203]

its all about getting ****ed up at the catfish sat night!!!!

[cyclone]

with the locals. :D

[77charger]

Originally posted by cs19
Last i heard NJBA was holding an event the same weekend.:confused: sounds like I have a decision to make. If I do come out I will be staying near twin palms, about 1/2 hour down river and I will make the trip up in the morning. will you be out memorial day weekend?If we dont do the red bluff race i'll be there.Are you going to try and chase down a blown placecraft around there that is runnin real stroong right now:)

[roostwear]

Really important legal shiznit!
For those that have signed up already, please review the Terms & Conditions (http://www.roostwear.com/terms.htm) for the event.
What's the catfish deal???????

[BGMAN203]

Originally posted by cyclone
with the locals. :D
you know what I am talking about!!!!

[BGMAN203]

Originally posted by roostwear
Really important legal shiznit!
For those that have signed up already, please review the Terms & Conditions (http://www.roostwear.com/terms.htm) for the event.
What's the catfish deal???????
its a bar within 1 mile of the RV park

[wsuwrhr]

Originally posted by BGMAN203
its a bar within 1 mile of the RV park
We are there.....
Brian

[TRG]

just going through the "list-O-shit" and i think the lil red tug will be up to the event! (fingers crossed)

[BGMAN203]

Originally posted by toddnjuzz
just going through the "list-O-shit" and i think the lil red tug will be up to the event! (fingers crossed)
So whats on this list o shit?? And stop calling you boat a tug boat!! Its faster and nicer than that.

[TRG]

it aint shit right now! hell it does'nt even have an intake in it!

[BGMAN203]

well its feb 5, and we are leaving may 14, so you got 3 mo and 9 days. What do you need help with??

[TRG]

well buddy...all i want from you is... a pat on the ass, gleam in your eye, hell i'll even go for an "atta boy"...that will shoenuff get me through this rebuild!!!:wink: lmfao

[BGMAN203]

Well if you don't start working on that thing, I will make you my biatch and "cum in your eye". Get it done, quit ****ing around!!!:D

[TRG]

thats some funny shit!!!! right when i opened up the topic,...i was itching my eye!!LMF"ASS"O!!!!!!!! too much!now im crying!!

[Cs19]

Originally posted by 77charger
will you be out memorial day weekend?If we dont do the red bluff race i'll be there.Are you going to try and chase down a blown placecraft around there that is runnin real stroong right now:)
No way Ive heard about that guy. Well actually Ive heard of some guy thats down by riviera or in that area around the 10 that has a pretty serious placecraft, blown alcohol if im not mistaken? :confused: Not sure if its the same guy or not. I think thats a little out of our league.
Is your boss still planning on running 9.50 this season?
This event is sounding better and better every day.

[Danhercules]

Originally posted by cyclone
your on. you want to race forwards or backwards?:D
Well, to make it fair, You will take off in reverse, and then turn around and then catch me. (if ya can :p ) So, I am gonna have fun feeding you that beer bong cause your gonna loose and loose royaly.
I have a secret, my wife is buying me new gauges, thats gonna add at least 80 HP!!!!! You better watch out!!!:eek: :eek:

[cyclone]

Originally posted by BGMAN203
its a bar within 1 mile of the RV park
ITS THE BAR! dont need to go anywhere else when your staying at big river. YOu can get all your fill of bad dj'ing, old ladies and cheap beer at the Catfish. lol
:D

[roostwear]

I can see it now..... Victor loses another wheelchair to you after multiple beera and a lot of bad DJing. Jeez, the only thing that would make it better is karaoke! :eek:

[victorfb]

ok. unsanctioned event behind the bar at 11PM.
WHEELCHAIR RACES !!! :D
mike we will give you a handicap since we allready know your lack of wheelchair driving ability.:p

[BP1330]

We are hoping to attend but we have never been on that section of the River. Can any one give us some info on it? Like gas, bars, places to stay, stuff like that. Thanks

[roostwear]

Here's a start.
FAQs (http://www.roostwear.com/fcfaq.htm)

[cyclone]

Originally posted by roostwear
I can see it now..... Victor loses another wheelchair to you after multiple beera and a lot of bad DJing. Jeez, the only thing that would make it better is karaoke! :eek:
oh did i forget to mention the karaoke? the dj does a mean rendition of "she's only 17." lol

[cyclone]

Originally posted by victorfb
ok. unsanctioned event behind the bar at 11PM.
WHEELCHAIR RACES !!! :D
mike we will give you a handicap since we allready know your lack of wheelchair driving ability.:p
is this a timed event where i can borrow your chair or do i need to build my own? what's the size limit on tire diameter?:D

[BP1330]

We read that but it really doesnt have any info on gas, bars, and locations to stay other than Big Water Inn. Is this place similar to Parker where you can get everything you need on the River, or do you have to make sure you bring everything with you?

[cyclone]

big river is about 3 miles south of parker so everything you need (motels, food, gas, bars etc.) is all within easy reach. you can stay in parker at a motel or stay at the big river inn which is right near the rv park.

[77charger]

Originally posted by cs19
No way Ive heard about that guy. Well actually Ive heard of some guy thats down by riviera or in that area around the 10 that has a pretty serious placecraft, blown alcohol if im not mistaken? :confused: Not sure if its the same guy or not. I think thats a little out of our league.
Is your boss still planning on running 9.50 this season?
This event is sounding better and better every day. Yes we are running again this year i took hi points in the 9.50 bracket it was my first year driving a flat.Now he is really excited about it as of now the motor is apart and being put together and some bottom hardware is going to be set where it should be now that i feel safe driving it.So we will definitely be out of the 9.50 classa and into the 9.00 or faster we will see in march where it will be.
BTW that blue placecraft you heard about it my buddys boat or my bosses son and it will be out there this summer last year at memorial the motor went so he didnt get it back til labor day now it is ready.He stays in between twin palms and paradise point.I plan on being out there too but prob in my own boat the 21 elim with the i/o but the flat might come out too for morn play

[Cs19]

Originally posted by 77charger
Yes we are running again this year i took hi points in the 9.50 bracket it was my first year driving a flat.Now he is really excited about it as of now the motor is apart and being put together and some bottom hardware is going to be set where it should be now that i feel safe driving it.So we will definitely be out of the 9.50 classa and into the 9.00 or faster we will see in march where it will be.
BTW that blue placecraft you heard about it my buddys boat or my bosses son and it will be out there this summer last year at memorial the motor went so he didnt get it back til labor day now it is ready.He stays in between twin palms and paradise point.I plan on being out there too but prob in my own boat the 21 elim with the i/o but the flat might come out too for morn play
Tell me more about the placecraft, the one ive been hearing about has a blown alcohol motor, but is below palo verde diversion dam, I hear hes "the man" down there.
Ive been boating that stretch between lost lake and palo verde dam for about 15 years now, but im yet to see the blue PC your talking about. Ive seen that kinda faded blue one with the chrome or polished pump with a blown motor and seating for 4 but its not that fast, I think its a different boat were talking about here.
Good luck in the 9.0s this season.. Watch out for that Roznos guy :D Hes got that bracket pretty wired.:D

[77charger]

Originally posted by cs19
Ive seen that kinda faded blue one with the chrome or polished pump with a blown motor and seating for 4 but its not that fast, I think its a different boat were talking about here.
Good luck in the 9.0s this season.. Watch out for that Roznos guy :D Hes got that bracket pretty wired.:D Thats it but it is finally dialed in last year he had motor and fuel probs.the year before the pump was gone.Jack has since set up and motor bugs are worked out.We know what it tops at as well as 1/4mile not bad for a lake boat:D :D

[HBjet]

Originally posted by cyclone
the dj does a mean rendition of "she's only 17." lol
LMAO..... that wasn't the DJ, it was just another drunk in the bar that night. DAMN was he funny... I can't remember the lines, but I remember him ending the song with "Damn, she was only 15"
Too Funny, never laughed harder all summer!
HBjet

[victorfb]

oh great!!! not only do we now have to lock up our wheelchairs, but our teenage daughters aswell?:p

[roostwear]

I'd be concerned, but I'm bringing my boys. Being around rowdy, drunk boaters doesn't phase them anymore. (Note to self: don't say this out loud again... someone may call CPS)

[HotHallet]

Did I hear Karaoke! Yeah! That's reason enough to attend.

[cyclone]

Originally posted by victorfb
oh great!!! not only do we now have to lock up our wheelchairs, but our teenage daughters aswell?:p
hey you never said you had a teenage daugter!@:D

[Bense468]

Originally posted by cs19
No way Ive heard about that guy. Well actually Ive heard of some guy thats down by riviera or in that area around the 10 that has a pretty serious placecraft, blown alcohol if im not mistaken? :confused: Not sure if its the same guy or not. I think thats a little out of our league.
Is your boss still planning on running 9.50 this season?
This event is sounding better and better every day.
CS19-77 charger was talking about his buddy that runs his above the dam. He also has run ming. I do know the boats you are thinking of though. There are 2 of them not just one. They are not out of your league they are WAY out of your league. One is red and white that was just re-done my grimes. The other is purple and white. They both hang out north of Mayflower up by
the dam. They both are blown injected on alky.
:wink:
There is an orange blown gullwing running there that you could probably take.

[roostwear]

Originally posted by HotHallet
Did I hear Karaoke! Yeah! That's reason enough to attend.
Uh, nobody said ANYTHING about Karaoke! (geez, now I went and did it)