Welcome Guests! You are viewing this forums as a guest which limits you to read only status. Only registered members may post on this Forum Why not register and join us today? It's free! (We don't share your email addresses with anyone.) Click on "Create a New Profile" to register on this Forum. http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/index.php Sun, 05 Sep 2010 08:56:51 -0400 Phorum 5.2.9a http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,25,25#msg-25 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,25,25#msg-25

This year, the Senior Games will be organized in September 2009 in the Dutch province Zeeland, and an estimated 3.000 athletes 50 years and older from all over Europe are expected to join.
Participants will compete during this Multi-sport Event in no less than 21 major sports. This event is the first of its kind in Europe, a unique opportunity for the Netherlands.

Sailing is one of the main sports in the Senior Games 2009 program. Beneath one can find the specific information concerning the sailing competition.

Program*
There will be 10 races at the Senior Games 2009
First race: Monday 7th of September
Last race: Tuesday 10th of September
* The organization has the right to change the program at all time

Conditions
The event is open to those in possession of a valid license.

Venue
Race area is the Grevelingenmeer. The Grevelingenmeer is a salt water lake, without current. Boatpark and launch facilities are located at the harbour in the middle of the city of Brouwershaven.

Information and registration
The organization of the 2009 Senior Games invites you to register through www.seniorgames2009.com for this unique sport event.
On this website you will find all necessary information concerning the Senior Games 2009 and the sailing competition.]]> Senior Games 2009 General Forum Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:47:20 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?5,24,24#msg-24 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?5,24,24#msg-24
June 14
July 26
August 16
September 20

Meetings to be held at Spreckelsville beach on Sundays from 12 noon to 4pm. Eligable GPS units GT-11 or GT-31. This is a free event if you own your own GPS. There is no prize-money only glory!

A limited number of GPS units will be available to rent for $25 for a 2 hour rental. Used GT-11 with Aquapacs will be available for Purchase at $125. New GT-31 with Aquapac available for $214.

It is recomended that competitors with their own GPS units use them with an SD card. Instruction on use of GT-11/31 will be available.

Open course - you can sail anywhere within sight of Spreckelsville Beach from 12 noon til 4pm.

The results will be posted in three formats: 100m, 10 seconds and 5 x 10 second average. Ranking will be based on 100m speed in the following categories: Open Men, Open Women, Wave.

Results will be generated and verified by software using positional speed with interpolation. All track files submitted will be open to the public. 5 satellite minimum. The Race Director reserves the right to edit the tracks to remove erroneous data. Tracks with excessive errors will not be accepted. Any track not accepted can be independently reviewed by US timekeeper Craig Berg under appeal. The top 3 speeds or any other result upon protest will be independently reviewed by the US timekeeper.

News will be posted on:

[mauivmax.blogspot.com]

Rules are posted at :

[www.mauivmax.com]

For more info please contact speed@mauivmax.com


Regards,

Tom Hammerton – Race Director]]> Tom Hammerton Announcements Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:50:03 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?5,23,23#msg-23 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?5,23,23#msg-23
I wanted to update everyone on the Early Results of The 2009 Midwest Speed Quest.

The Prizes at the end of the year are similar to past years: $1000 First, $500 Second, $250 Third, $125 Fourth, and $75 Fifth.

A new "Economic Stimulus Program" has just been announced for 2009. We will pay CASH when certain speeds have been recorded. Putting money into the pockets of the windsurfers now, will help with the recovery efforts!

NOTE; These stimulus funds will be awarded ON TOP OF the Prizes to be awarded at the end of the year!

PHASE ONE: Starts May 20, 2009

30 knots = $200 CASH

If two or more racers record this speed on the same day, the money will be shared among the winners.

PHASE TWO: Starts June 10, 2009.

35 knots = $500 CASH

PHASE THREE: To Be Announced!!!

NOTE; These stimulus funds will be awarded ON TOP OF the PRizes to be awarded at the end of the year!

_____________________________

Here is an update of the verified "Best Ten Second Runs" so far in 2009.

David Knight 29.65 knots May 13
Adam Anderson 29.63 knots May 20
Chris Lock 29.28 knots May 20
Jason Swanson 28.20 knots May 12,
Erick Ries 26.62 knots April 24

Please let me know in advance if you are coming down to compete.

Craig Bergh
The Midwest Speed Quest
133 Lake Avenue
Worthington, MN 56187

email: cbergh@iw.net

web: [www.midwestspeedquest.com]

cell: 1-507-360-4801]]> Craig Bergh Announcements Sat, 23 May 2009 21:26:47 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,22,22#msg-22 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,22,22#msg-22
[martynogier68.blogspot.com]]]> Tom Hammerton General Forum Mon, 18 May 2009 17:17:05 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,20#msg-20 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,20#msg-20 Tom Hammerton General Forum Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:31:59 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,19#msg-19 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,19#msg-19
I'd try to make it down for a speed clinic... anything to learn how to go faster. I have a 8-430 job now- so that's cramping my schedule for making it to Worthington on the windy weekdays. Keep us up to date on your plans as they develop. And big thanks to you Craig- I hope to see you soon.]]> davidknight General Forum Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:43:33 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,18#msg-18 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,18#msg-18
It is quite impressive what Craig has done for the sport. Will be fun doing his competition.]]> Tom Hammerton General Forum Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:21:14 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,17#msg-17 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,17#msg-17 Roo
www.gps-speedsailing.com]]> Speedsailor General Forum Sat, 18 Apr 2009 16:14:33 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,16#msg-16 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,16#msg-16
I also wanted to mention there is $1000 to the fastest racer by October 15th.

The Best 10 Second Interval in 2008 was 32.54 knots.

This is a good way to have fun, and also make some good money.

The new "Midwest Speed Quest Economic Stimulus Package of 2009" will be announced soon. This involves even more money to top racers.

And this money will be paid on the spot. No need to wait until the end of the year.

We want to help with the recovery of the US Economy.

Stay Tuned!!!

I think all this new interest in Speed is great for Windsurfers everywhere. I hope everyone has a chance to compete in a Speed Event this year, and discover the fun and excitement of Speed Sailing.

Craig]]> Craig Bergh General Forum Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:40:12 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,15#msg-15 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,15#msg-15
Roo is trying to organise an event at Klickitat in the Gorge sometime around then. So it is dependant on that actually happening. Assuming it did I would try to come after that if the forecast looks promising. It is pretty easy to get to the Gorge, less so the infamous (wonder if anyone knows why?) Sioux Falls airport.

So hoping to come but no promises! Except if i do come I do promise to pass on the knowledge gained from former world speed record holder and good friend Erik Beale who taught me all I know (about speed)!]]> Tom Hammerton General Forum Fri, 17 Apr 2009 21:54:55 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,14#msg-14 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,14#msg-14
Good to hear from you.

We have some of the best winds in the Spring and Fall. August is good, and September is even better.

Winds over 30 are not uncommon.

We would be delighted to have you visit Worthington. Fly into Sioux Falls, SD and we will pick you up at the airport. We will take care of lodging while you are here. We look forward to seeing you!

Craig and Pam]]> Craig Bergh General Forum Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:58:43 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,13#msg-13 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,13,13#msg-13
Also would anyone be interested in a speed clinic if I did make it?

Cheers,

Tom Hammerton]]> Tom Hammerton General Forum Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:16:08 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,12,12#msg-12 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,12,12#msg-12
Results are as follows:

Maximum GPS Speed: 54.55 knots

Best Ten Second Interval: 53.34 knots

Average of 5 Best Ten Second Runs: 52.3 knots

These GPS files were verified by the US Time Keeper Craig Bergh, and also by the World Time Keeper Roger van Tongeren.

GPS Ice Sailing Rankings can be found here:

[www.gps-icesailing.com]

At this time, this is the fastest GPS Ice Boat Speed in the World!

Andy's Ice Boat is a 1965 Custom Stern Steerer with 12.5 foot cloth sail. Length is 32 feet long. Weight is 1300 pounds.

Congratuiations Andy!!!]]> Craig Bergh General Forum Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:51:27 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?1,11,11#msg-11 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?1,11,11#msg-11
1) Rankings will be based on "The Best Ten Second Run".

In prior years, Ranking was based on "The Average of The 5 Best Ten Second Runs".

2) The latest firmware in the GT11 and GT31 GPS units will display the most recent Ten Second Interval, as well as "The Best Ten Second Interval".

You can see your Speeds displayed on the GPS, for every run, and the Best Ten Second Interval, even before you leave the water!

It is important that Top Sailors have the latest firmware installed in their GPS units.

These speeds will be verified on the computer by the Time Keeper before posting to the appropriate Category.

The latest firmware for the GT11 is: FW_V162B1115

Download it here: [www.midwestspeedquest.com]

The latest firmware for the GT31 is: FW_V1.2B1405x

Download it here: [www.midwestspeedquest.com]

3) For 2009, the GPS Speed Surfing International Tech Group is working on an Official GPS National Ranking System.

This Ranking may involve the use of a (2) GT31 units simultaneously. This procedure would be for the very top racers, where an extremely high level of precision would be indicated.

Stay tuned for an announcement about this Dual-GPS requirement for Official GPS National Rankings.

The Midwest Speed Quest will provide single or dual GT31 GPS units to any interested racer.

If there are questions or comments....Post Em Here!!!]]> Craig Bergh Technology Forum Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:21:53 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?5,10,10#msg-10 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?5,10,10#msg-10
This is a "Special Race Director's Cut" and was produced by Worthington Regatta Race Committee member Jason Swanson.

There is some very cool video here, and the soundtrack is great

This is a large file, and the video will take about a minute to load.

Click here to watch the video:

[www.midwestspeedquest.com]

Nice Work Jason!!!]]> Craig Bergh Announcements Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:02:41 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,8,9#msg-9 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,8,9#msg-9
Good to hear from you.

The lake is starting to open up. Should be open water in a couple of weeks.

We look forward to seeing you again this Spring!

Craig]]> Craig Bergh General Forum Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:21:07 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,8,8#msg-8 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,8,8#msg-8
When is the average day ice goes out on Okabena? I hope we get a big turnout this year for the speed contest. See you this spring!]]> davidknight General Forum Sun, 15 Mar 2009 13:38:57 -0400 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,7,7#msg-7 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,7,7#msg-7
Winter Speed]]> Tom Hammerton General Forum Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:32:55 -0500 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,6,6#msg-6 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,6,6#msg-6 We are in our summer now and have had a few good days so far at Sandy Point, Australia, but the normal regular strong Easterlies have deserted us so far. I guess you guys are thinking about ice sailing and I guess a few are actually braving the cold to do it. :D
How about posting some GPS Speeds on gps-icesailing.com?

regards, Andrew Daff
Sandy Point, Australia]]> sailquik General Forum Sun, 11 Jan 2009 09:37:30 -0500 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,5,5#msg-5 http://themidwestspeedquest.com/forum/read.php?4,5,5#msg-5
I received this email from the Speed World Cup Organization this morning.

Congratulations to Alexandre Caizergues of France with a speed of 50.57 knots

Craig

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We have been informed by the International Sailing Federation - ISAF - that they will support a decision by the WSSRC to ratify a claim for the Outright World Sailing Speed Record by a Kite-board.

In accordance with this, the WSSRC announces the ratification of a new Outright World Record:

Record: Outright World Sailing Speed Record.
Board: Fone Prototype Speed. Fone Bandit Dos Speed 7sq m kite.
Name: Alexandre Caizergues. FRA
Dates: 4th October 2008.
Start time: 15:35:00.84
Finish time: 15:35:20.06
Elapsed time: 19.22
Distance: 501m
Current: 0.1kts
Average speed: 50.57kts
Venue: Luderitz, Namibia.

Previous record: 2008. Sebastien Cattelan. 50.26 kts

John Reed
Secretary to the WSSR Council]]> Craig Bergh General Forum Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:53:04 -0500