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More Sailing in Quebec

Frank and Denis are still at it, and they’d like some company! “Frank and I sailed Lac Joli again today (already my 3rd sail on this lake this year!!). Ice was still very nice. Wind was light but strong enough … Continue reading

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Lac Joli Four inches of Grade 9

Denis and Frank had a great day on smooth ice and buckets of wind. They rigged DN masts with storm sails on the Whizz and blasted around the little pond all day, comfortable, fast, no hiking. Denis couldn’t say enough … Continue reading

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November 17 In the Books, Lac Joli

Not bad for one of the warmest autumns in recent history. Not only was Lac Joli very sailable and bullet proof, it’s not going anywhere soon. Some rain Sunday will kill the krust, and cold temps into the week with … Continue reading

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Lac Joli ON

Two guys will attempt to sail this small frog pond just over the border in Sainte Aurelie, Quebec tomorrow and Saturday. Three and a half inches of good ice measured yesterday. An inch of snow fell today, but it’s starting … Continue reading

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Pre-Season Video Primer

Have a look at this terrific video by Denis Geurtin. Send it to all those folks who are sniffing around the edges of the sport. It’s just the sort of motivational video we need to keep in mind as we … Continue reading

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