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Started 3 years ago by PinkDog
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PinkDog
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I just noticed that the North Carolina events are no longer listed. While I think I understand the reasoning (low attendance, weather, etc.), I am bummed. We had so much fun doing the NCUM this year and we were hoping to try the Blackbeard in 2019. I could never understand why the attendance was so poor for these events as well as the Chesapeake events since they are both seemingly more accessible to more people.

Anyways, here is a video of our experience from the NCUM this year. I'm not certain, but I think we may have the record for the longest NCUM finish ever!

https://youtu.be/UtrvJI-zUK8

Posted 3 years ago #
Kapakahi
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WaterTribeTM NC Ultra Marathon Challenge (NCC)

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Overview

The next North Carolina Challenge is Thursday, June 21, 2018. There are two concurrent events, the roughly 300 mile BlackBeard Challenge (BBC) and the roughly 90 mile Challenge (NCC). Both events finish at the same time, but they start at different times. Be sure you check the schedule for the correct event! There is a mandatory equipment inspection and captains meeting the day before on Wednesday, June 20, 2018. Refer to the schedule for time/date specifics.

Posted 3 years ago #
Medawgone
Member

I think Cheif cancelled the NC events, a couple weeks ago. I hope it comes back.

Posted 3 years ago #
Chief
Coastal Vagabond

I really like the North Carolina events, but they just don't get the pariticipation level we need to sustain them.

Posted 3 years ago #
SkinnyGenes
Member

I was looking for the dates today. Very sad. I was going to introduce my son to the Tribe this year in NC! Are you really done with the NC events Chief? Is there no recourse ? I understand the money part, but I feel there is a way. You have my support if you give it a go. Thank you for the past NC Challenges, it was the stepping stone that started my need for ADVENTURE SAILING!

Posted 3 years ago #
Gulfman
Member

I was also planning on registering for the NCC this year.

Out of curiosity, how many people does a challenge need to be viable?

If there's not enough interest for an official event, maybe we could organize an unofficial one?

Posted 3 years ago #
PeesInBilgePump
Member

I was planning to register this year as well. Afterwards, I had planned to camp on the barrier islands for a few days. Would you reconsider, Chief?

Posted 3 years ago #
Bermudaboy
Member

I loved the ncc100. Great event.. for me though change in date too close after EC makes to har on schedule

Posted 3 years ago #
PeesInBilgePump
Member

I haven't been on the forum for a while. Was the date changed to June from September due to the typical weather conditions?

Posted 3 years ago #
BustedRudder
Member

I liked the NCC100. Did it 3 times then chief added the NCC300.

I can't do a short course if there is a long one and it didn't look like a kayak friendly race being stuck in a ditch, plus they renovated the Bates motel destroying all the rustic charm.

Posted 3 years ago #
PeesInBilgePump
Member

Chief,

Count me in for the 2018 NCC. I hope the interest level increases enough to sustain the race.

Pees, (aka Rob Neely)

Posted 3 years ago #
GottaEscape
Member

Count me in also for NCC 100. Adding a jib to go better.

Posted 3 years ago #
SkinnyGenes
Member

All right Tribers. If we want to see NC events again we need to let Chief know he has the support to make it worth his efforts. We are talking about saving an awesome challenge in a great sailing area. Any one who has done the NC Challenge will tell you its and EC all wrapped up in a smaller course , wild horses on the beach no shuttle to deal with, along weekend ( not a ten day commitment) its just a great event. If you want to be part of bringing this back , LET CHEIF KNOW NOW! Put you comment and commitment here in this thread if you will commit to a race with proper notification. I know without a solid date some may not be able to make it but again its just a long weekend which makes it easier to work out. Put you post here , lets get some soilid numbers for Cheif to workk with. Everyone post , even the regulars that he would assume would come (SOS, Roo, Sandy B....) Lets make this happen!

Posted 3 years ago #
DolphinGal
Member

June is a much better time for me, so count me in if it changes. I made it down a couple of times, but late September was simply too tough to schedule due to family considerations at that specific time of year.

Posted 3 years ago #
Sundance
Member

It's hard to commit without a known date but I would be interested in the original NCC event, the 100 miler.

Posted 3 years ago #
WildBlue
Member

This is a great race! Count me in guys!!

Posted 3 years ago #
CleanSlate
Member

I’m interested in doing it again!

Posted 3 years ago #
Wisenber
Member

I'm interested! I'm working on a boat that will not be ready in time for the EC and was looking forward to the Black Beard. I'd be happy to pay for registration if that will help.

Posted 3 years ago #
Ridgerunner
Member

I would do it again if it was before June 20 or after August 1

Posted 3 years ago #
Yakmandu
Member

Ridgerunner, didn’t you get caught a bad storm that hit one year? If I remember you were blown across Core Sound. I think you taught me a new nautical term... laying the hull? It was a big storm with a huge temperature drop. The rain was ice cold!

I might be up for another lap of Cedar Island... actually, I think I have an unused “ticket” from the year it was cancelled the morning of the race!

Posted 3 years ago #
Wisenber
Member

Looks like about 9 interested so far. I imagine it takes quite a bit to make whatever arrangements are necessary.

I'd REALLY like to test my trimaran that I'm building in an event like this. I was hoping to have her done in time for the 2018 EC, but since she may or may not be ready on time, was hoping for the Black Beard.

If that doesn't happen, how many folks would be interested in taking on the course regardless?

Posted 3 years ago #
Jarhead
Member

I would be interested in the NCC or the Blackbeard Challenge. The venue is remarkably good, offering some wild areas, beautiful beaches , creeks, canals, open water--just about anything 'Tribers could want. I love the Keys and all the Parrothead kitsch, but the southern Outer Banks area has an air of maritime culture and authenticity that the Florida Keys has almost lost. I'm thinking of the old workboats, nets, floats and traps that you pass driving to Cedar Island. To me the NCC and BBC were superb events, admittedly plagued by plagued by nasty weather.

Posted 3 years ago #
SOS
Member

All,

Our shop (B&B Yacht Designs) on the Bay River would be glad to host any challengers needing to leave a vehicle and get onto the NCC course. We've got a boat ramp and 100' dock. No sandy beach to launch from but grassy banks with sand bottom very easy to launch kayaks or small crafts. Cars are safe. We don't want your money. We have good drinking water (no taste like out on the island) but no shower or toilet facilities...yet. We have good cell reception but no wifi.

I did a quick google map path download here of a round trip from our shop that takes the back way behind cedar island with some tacking up the sound. It's right at 103 nautical miles. The biggest downside is the very wide crossing of the Neuse which is not desirable for paddlers especially in sporting conditions. You can stay near shore on the west side of the river but at some point you have to get over to Clubfoot Creek. Or cross to the cedar island side further north but it's narrower by oriental (3.5nm crossing) on the return it's a good 10 miles of open water any way you slice it from back side of cedar island to mouth of bay river.

One nice thing about our shop is just 30 min from New Bern or Oriental and there are some good local restaurants. By contrast, it takes 2 hours to get from our shop to the driftwood motel location by car which is a distance of about 22nm by water. On two occasions Graham has motored over to the Cedar island ramp from our dock to witness the finish of the NCC. Our location is very close to the previous launching location at Camp Don Lee but without the great facilities which might work well for a smaller contingent.

Food for thought. Chief?

The offer stands for anyone interested in doing scouting or an informal whatever.

-Alan

B&B Yacht Designs
342 Chapel Creek Dr.
Bayboro, NC 28515

Posted 3 years ago #
Chief
Coastal Vagabond

OK, I'm thinking about it. If it happens, it would probably be the NCC loop. It would probably be the second or third weekend in June. I'll talk with SOS about it when we get to Key Largo although I do like our current launch point now that they have done a lot of work on the motel.

Honestly though, it's hard for me to concentrate. I keep hearing these drums getting louder and louder.

Posted 3 years ago #
ShartBait
Member

I'm very interested in this event. If it gets back on the schedule I'd do my best to participate.

Posted 3 years ago #
NixWorrium
Member

I just want to second Jarhead’s post. The venue for the BBC is so nice, scenic and rural, and the people are more than a little down home. The man who drove me 35 miles to the nearest ferry dock when I quit last year refused compensation and seemed a bit annoyed at my suggestion of paying him. He said: “around here we do for others and they do for us” (He eventually agreed that I could buy dinner for his wife and kids.). I also met a black bear, which doesn’t happen everyday. Um, black bears don’t swim do they? Yes, the sound can kick up some vicious chop, and the loop or out and back course means that some windward work is pretty much guaranteed, but heading back toward your car and trailer has benefits. All said, I would do it again in a heartbeat if I can find the time.
Nix Worrium

Posted 3 years ago #
SOS
Member

They swim quite well.

http://publicradioeast.org/post/black-bear-spotted-swimming-across-neuse-river

Sounds good Chief. I'd prefer the original location too but if it doesn't pan out or just a few people wanted to practice, offer stands.

The drums remind me to keep painting. Dawn Patrol should be looking nice this year.

-Alan

Posted 3 years ago #
CarolinaSailor
Member

Did not know the NC event had been cancelled. Was looking forward to the NCC being my first Watertribe event. If it is rescheduled I will definitely participate. I was preparing for the event since it can still be found on the web at http://www.watertribe.com/Events/NorthCarolinaChallenge/Default.aspx. with a start date of June 21, 2018. So it is resschduled count me in.

Posted 3 years ago #
Sundance
Member

Is the motel open now?

Posted 3 years ago #
DefiantPioneer
Member

SOS,

If your offer still stands that is very generous of you. If you dont mind me using B&B, I plan to sail the Pamilco this summer (June 21ish) and having your location as a launch point would be great. Also if anyone wants to join me for a CIC/Race I would be happy to share my dates and route for those interested in a NC sail.

~DefiantPioneer

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