Casteic Accident

[NashvilleBound]

I have read endless posts on this with no "real" info....First, I would like to give my condolences to all involved. Second, we're they wearing safety gear for those kinds of speeds? And is that not a crazy(reckless) speed for that hull? What were they thinking?
God Bless, NB

[NashvilleBound]

I see now that there is interest in some memorial stickers. Why dont we sell them, raise money, and give back to the families involved? I would be happy to run or help in the task for free. I can even have the stickers printed. Wouldn't hurt to have some safety logo or something on them too. Get the public/boaters thinking. Someone would need to come up with an idea (design) so we can all have them printed the same. Anything I can do...NB
[This message has been edited by NashvilleBound (edited January 13, 2002).]

[Costello]

I agree that by running some die cuts this can bring some safety awareness to boaters that may not realize what the implications of running fast boats are. I'm willing to assist also any way that I can, and I think selling them is a better idea than Jetboat Brian going to the expense on his own, although the gesture is generous and kind. I just talked to my buddy Hang Fin who drives the TAF. I think that when someone in a race boat be it Offshore, circle boat, or drag boat crashes or gets injured it's almost expected. This accident seems to be hitting home a lot more because it was just a bunch of guys out on their fast lakeboat, and we can relate to that a lot better. As tragic as this whole situation is for the boating community; and especially for the family and friends of those involved, I believe it may be used as a way to raise safety awareness where it's much needed.

[Havasu Hangin']

Already in the works. Thanks for the offer. Brian has access to vinyl printing, but stickers for trucks are yet to be found.
We are all donating our time, so 100% would go to the families. I will probably be setting up a charitable bank account for donations.

[had2bf8]

I would like one and all to know that Lia is at home grieving for a wonderful man, Steve.
This was a very unfortunate accident that happened. When Steve, Nelson and Ken left our office to go on a "normal" test ride they were not going to break any speed records... They were going to take out and test the 30 just like they do each and every boat that we make.... Chick Wiseman went along for the ride. It was his birthday and I guess he wanted to do something special. All of us at HTM love to be the one chosen to go out and test a new boat... It special to be able to work at a company where we all love and respect each other and the product that we together make.... All of the HTM are tested during various stages of development... We do this for your safety so that each and every owner of an HTM can be confident in the product that they receive from us. We make a product matched by none. We did not take the 30 out to prove any speed records... That is not something we at HTM have to prove... We were testing new props on that day and that was it... Nelson was a wonderful, sweet, bear of a guy who I will miss dearly everyday... Ken will never call me Chickie again... Steve will never be heard telling us to make sure every detail is perfect on his beloved boats. We will continue to make each and every HTM to be the best... I am so touched by the sticker/decal idea. Nelson's widow at this cannot make her house payment or car payment. Help would greatly be appreciated by her and their young son. Ken's wife will also need help, they also have a young son... Lia is a widow in deep mourning and grief...

[Havasu Hangin']

had2bf8- please e-mail me when you get a chance. Thanks.
HTMMemorialFund@aol.com

[DickDanger]

Havasu Hangin, if you need any $$$ to get the sticker thing started, let me know, and I will be happy to kick down a few dollars.
-Dick Danger out

[FastCats]

Hangin,
Call me in the morning and let me know where to send my check to get this started. I'll have it Fed ex'ed right away.
Words cannot express our sorrow for the families of those lost. They were fierce competitors of ours and we enjoyed and appreciated all of their hard work and dedication, it helped make us all better people and helped us all make better products.
At this time, our thoughts and prayers go out to the families.
had2b48,
please let us know what we can do to help, name it!
Scott
American Offshore

[pgf127rt]

Havasuhangin,Would it be possible to set up a paypal account for the donations, I am sure that a great percentage of the members on this board are familiar and members of this super safe and convenient way to send $$$$$ via the internet, if so post a link and we will get our donation to you.
God Bless the Families and friends.

[NashvilleBound]

Sounds like ya'll have this already started. Someone needs to post a link to a site and have a account number with all the info for donations. It's hard to respond to everyone without E mail address showing. Maybe a list on the site as well. It would be nice for everyone to hear all the info.
vcsparks@webtv.net sign me up. As soon as I know where to donate i'm in.
[This message has been edited by NashvilleBound (edited January 14, 2002).]