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We sailed on Darmiscotta on Wednesday. As I drove down the totally snow-free boat launch ramp, I could sense that the four foundations of iceboating were present: Good wind, good buddies, beautiful ice, and a lovable venue. I couldn’t wait … Continue reading →

It was unanimous: Bo Derek, Pushaw, whatever, it was again a 10. Even with 10-12mph winds, the runners ran silent. Downside were the numerous drain holes, which were expected. The surface, however, recovered from the rain in spite of above … Continue reading →

One of the many great joys of iceboating is that moment in light air when there’s a tug on the sheet and the sail fills. The boat begins to move and in seconds you are wound up and sailing fast. … Continue reading →

This is the scene yesterday on Megunticook, sailed by Jory and Lloyd: So this morning, with the trees lightly swaying and all that ice only minutes away, Jory and I sailed it. There was a very nice charge of wind … Continue reading →