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DonzigoJR
06-10-2003, 11:36 AM
I just wanted to put a post here to catch anyone interested in going to the rally on the 21 and 22 of June. In case you may have not seen the thread in Donzi Performance or What ever you want to talk about. The meeting place is Donzigo's house at 11 am on Sat. If you need direction by water or land e-mail Donzigo, FishBoy or DonzigoJr. Hope to see lots of Donzi's and good people. :D :D

smokediver
06-10-2003, 12:12 PM
I'm in for the 21st.. gotta work the 22nd...

DonzigoJR
06-11-2003, 10:37 AM
Awesome, Well see you there. If you need directions contact me or Donzigo.

Budmann
06-11-2003, 11:10 AM
Donzi Jodi and I are in!!!!

BUIZILLA
06-11-2003, 11:17 AM
If it's a 2 day deal, I may SERIOUSLY consider towing one of the boats over for this.

Any more SOLID info?

Jim

Donzi Blackhawk
06-11-2003, 01:14 PM
I'll be there for at least one of the days with Donzi Kathleen.

Bryant

Donzigo
06-11-2003, 05:46 PM
We are going to be boating for both of those days. Come on Sat &/or Sunday. All are welcome.

Jamesbon
06-11-2003, 07:56 PM
Saweeet! We're in.

If we plan on traveling further than Shell Island, I may have to bum a ride. The Rabco is seriously limited in range...

Erin and I will be glad to provide any ancillary items...... :)

boldts
06-11-2003, 08:34 PM
Nathan, Rabco? What's holding the Arneson 21 GT up? I know a lot of us are waiting to see her done. :)

BUIZILLA
06-11-2003, 08:38 PM
NEED info...

Address where to meet?

Itinerary, if one exists?

Looks like a solid 5 hour pull each way?

J

Team Hula Girl
06-12-2003, 07:08 AM
I will be there most likely both days. I may have some space for a few folks. I have a ZF with plenty of room. (especially big coolers full of beer) Not sure which crowd will be with me so I will post next week with availability.

Buizilla, the drive to St Pete from the I-75/Florida Turnpike interchange is only about 3 hours with boat in tow at 68-75mph. Not sure how far into the Conch republic you are but it will definitely be worth the trip. This is a really good group of Donzi folks in a great area.

Look forward to seeing everyone.

John and Bea
Bea's Nest

BUIZILLA
06-12-2003, 07:35 AM
I live just south of the Poodle..

Good chance I can do this trip, but it's DEFINATELY longer than a 3 hour tow, thats for sure. With my enclosed car trailer at 78 mph, it takes me exactly 4 hours to Bradenton alone...

J

DonzigoJR
06-12-2003, 04:45 PM
Buizilla,

I drive from Kendall to St.Pete about every weekend. At 110mph its about 2:30hrs, 90mph rough 3hrs, 75mph it should take about 3:30hrs. ITs gonna be a great time and I hope everyone can make it both days. The place to stay would be the Howard Johnson on 46th Ave S. and 34th st/US19. The other post gives a phone number for the place. This is about 1 minute away from the meeting place, and, a boat ramp is about 10 minutes away. Also, the ramp is 2 minutes by water to the meeting place. Call me if you need any info. :D 407-234-3053 Hope to see ya'll there.... :D :D :D

Donzigo
06-12-2003, 07:18 PM
Budzilla, I guess we got two posts going. The other one is in the Performance Area. There is a Howard Johnson's at the end of my street that has 50 clean rooms at $39 each. (727-867-3131). Very safe. APBA boats stay there. You are welcomed to leave my boat in my front yard, or at my dock overnight. We will be boating both days.....I'm sure the Wharf and Shell Island will be the places. There's 2 great ramps close by, and 93 octane at Oneill's Marina, at 87/89 octane prices. Nate, you will have no problem with the Rabco. Budzilla, maybe you could speak to Donzigo Jr. about travel options. You'll have fun. Heck, it's worth the trip just to see what the Beas Nest brings out on their boat.........ain't no telling, just ain't no telling. Just had a thought. Buddy & Jodi plus John & Bea plus Bob & Ranya.......equals mucho fun.

BUIZILLA
06-13-2003, 06:30 AM
Okay, i'm gonna work on this trip. Not sure if I will come up Friday night, or early Sat morning, or which boat i'm bringing... I know ZIPPO about the area waters, I haven't boated around there since the early 70's.

J

Cuda
06-13-2003, 06:49 AM
Which ramp are you refering too? The one at Maximo Park?

DonzigoJR
06-13-2003, 10:56 AM
There's Oniells marina, Maximo Park, and Gulfport. All with in ten minutes of the meeting area. Oniells and Gulfport have gas....If anyone needs directions to anywhere in that area I am at your service...call 407-234-3053.

David

GeneD
06-13-2003, 06:19 PM
Okay, I'm intrigued.
What is the scoop?
As of tomorrow, my boat will be in Sarasota.
As is my new Hornet III...
Where are we going to meet, when, ect.?
I'll be in the Hornet, 007 will be having fiberglass repair done in the next few weeks, so it will be unavailable.

knee deep
06-13-2003, 07:35 PM
quick break from sanding gelcoat with a deadline, only 7 days to go

BUIZILLA
06-13-2003, 08:11 PM
Got the Minx LE home today from some touchup and new canvas work. Looks GREAT !!

So, if all goes well with Sundays test splash, I'll make hotel reservations on Monday, and be there late Friday night or sometime Saturday morning for both days with the Minx. The 18 LE is just tooooo nice for salt water splashing. I have NO CLUE about local ramps and water routes, but I'm pretty good with the red and green flags wink

J

Mapquest says 271 miles each way ?? :cool:

Cuda
06-13-2003, 08:19 PM
I'm looking forward to seeing that Minx.

knee deep
06-16-2003, 06:50 AM
Still sanding, six days to go..........

smokediver
06-16-2003, 10:30 AM
I am going to check into the holiday inn friday.. If anybody is up for a few cocktails lets meet up.. I will be looking for a ride on saturday !

BUIZILLA
06-16-2003, 10:55 AM
I'll be at the Holiday Inn on Fri. and Sat. nights. Looking forward to meeting other DOGS. :cool:

Let's hope the weather God's help us out. :confused:

Doesn't look promising... :(

J

DonzigoJR
06-16-2003, 10:59 AM
I'll be around for cocktails if anyone wants to call me 407-234-3053.
Buizilla, If you need help with navigating the waters give me a call.. I would be glad to guide you or anyone from the ramp to my Dads(Donzigo) house. Just give me a ring 407-234-3053. There will also be places to dock your boats there for the night if needed... :D

Budmann
06-17-2003, 11:00 AM
This SUCKS!! I can't believe there is going to be a big meet, and I'm out of town. I hate my job!! :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:

DonzigoJR
06-17-2003, 02:35 PM
Budd....That does SUCK big time. :p :p I was looking forward to hanging-out with you and Jodi. Better luck next time :( Well do another party before the end of the summer wink
Hopeyou have a safe trip :D