Author Archives: billbuchholz

There have been a few questions about slush runners recently as the spring sailing season heats up. Denis Guertin shared these photos of his building process. The edge is 1″ stainless angle, nicely polished. Northwind Iceboats supplies these pre bent. … Continue reading →

Two inches of snow over two inches of slush over thick wonderful ice. x

Our long anticipated rain last night was preceded by four inches of snow, and when that did turn to rain it was too little too late. Not even the front steps wet out. Next rain is Friday, and this time … Continue reading →

Looks like the area will get some rain on Monday. It will probably be enough to wet out the snow; the moderate cold Monday night might freeze it. Great winds for Tuesday, a bit less on Wednesday. Rest of the … Continue reading →

The snow held off until mid afternoon, and then it was only a dusting. The ice on Chickie was the best of the three lakes in good shape, but as it lacks touring possibilities so we set up marks and … Continue reading →