Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

[Boris]

I could but........

Dear Santa ,
for Christmas I would like a Big Bore kit for my ski , a trued & welded crank , new prop , a new CDI and since I was realy good all year maybe a set of pipes.

Love always
Boris.


Get the picture ;) :D [img]graemlins/spit.gif[/img]

[TJS]

Boris, you better get it running dude!! [img]graemlins/evild.gif[/img] !OR well make you sit there and watch as we take your lovely [img]graemlins/uts.gif[/img] wife, Natasha, along with us and leave you behind!!!! Lovers Key is turning your launch ramp area of the parking lot into an outdoor patio. Suppose to be really nice. The bulk of the conversion should be completed by our weekend.
The general manager did mention about the two skis that were launched there last year. Gee, I wonder who that was????

[Boris]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

Just a few days now till all the fun happens.
My ski is still down and will not be done in time to ride with you guys but I will be there to keep the beach company.
Should be a ton of fun and I'm sure I will find some way to get into trouble(even though my "private" ramp is a no go this year).
All those still on the fence on this one , watch out for the barbed wire getting stuck up your "BLEEP"
:)

P.S. How do I add them smilley faces on here?????

[Technical Support]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

The smilies are right there in the reply window!


You can always help me run the radar gun if you're bored!

[Boris]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

HA HA HA HA HA !!!!!!!!

A Polak with a radar gun, That should be good.;)

I am willing to help in any way so if you are short handed just look for me (the skiless dope in a Yamaha t-shirt) on the beach, slap me up side the head and order arround like a slave.

Or , just ask.:)

[TJS]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

Only 5 dayzzzzzzzzzz! Easy directions, I-75 to exit 116,Bonita Beach Road. Head west for 10 miles and you will see the Resort, 13 stories tall, on your right. Big red letters on top of the building "Lovers Key Resort"
239-765-1040

[TJS]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

Loose Schedule of Events for the Lover's Key (Fort Myers Beach, Florida)
Informal Get-Together and Ride:
July 16th-18th, 2004

Friday:

7-9 AM: Continental Breakfastfor those staying at -LOVERS KEY RESORT.
All others hit your local 7-11 or Donut shop for a quick breakfast and get those skis in the water .

ALL DAY: Explore the Area on your PWC, please stay in the channels in the Estero Bay area, this is a shallow area outside the channels and the speed limit inside the Bay is 25 MPH ( we usually go 30 MPH in these areas.)
Launch Area:
Boat Ramp is 1/2 mile due South of the Resort, on the same road " Carl Johnson State Boat Launch and Ramp" (No Fee or Charge) Ramp is a FREE Ramp,. NO Charge

Watch the Dolphins or relax by the pool, as most will be arriving later . Food is available at the Hotel's Tiki Hut Bar or you can head a mile or two North to any Restaurant on Ft. Myers Beach.
Have fun and relax, I believe there is a shuttle that takes you up and down the strip for a small fee, like 1.00 or 2.00.
Get with whoever else is there and head up to "Anthony's" for Dinner if you like, TJ will be organizing a group dinner party there.

SATURDAY:

7-9 AM: Continental Breakfastfor those staying at -LOVERS KEY RESORT.
All others hit your local 7-11 or Donut shop and get those skis in the water

8:00AM-10:00 AM:
Launch your skis and get them running and tuned up, head over to the Lovers Key Resort. Meet in the front of the Tiki bar at the Lovers Key Resort.
Plenty of time later to relax, so please get out there and launch your ski, it'll be a fun day

10:00 AM-1:00 PM:
ROUND UP IN FRONT OF LOVERS KEY HOTEL BY 10:00AM-
We cannot wait for those who slept late or who forgot to Fill up with Gas, Please Launch your skis with tanks full or fill up before 10AM.

"Tour of the local Bays and Backwaters"
led by TJ and Todd Munch From Estero Bay through the Rivers and Creeks of the Estero Bay area, Natural Mangrove trails run right through the woods, deep into unexplored and uncharted areas you won't find on any Tourist Maps.
This will be a Nice tour open to all age groups, taken through the Backwaters and Bays.
Max speeds in the public channels will be 30-35 MPH, with lots of woods and scenery surrounding on both sides.
This is a true 3 Hour ride, it's not a huge distance away from the Resort, but it does cover a large area of backwoods trails and requires your full attention to safety and Lawful Speeds, we will let you know when you can Go Full speed, until then please stay with the group.
You are in for a real treat here,
Be led on a Trip back in time Hundreds of years into the deep depths of the Natural Mangroves Forests and Tunnels created by the Tidal Currents and Mother Nature. We will take a headcount of riders before we leave and at each stop along our journey to insure we have not left anyone behind in the back-woods. We will be entering single file into the tunnels and trails that few have ever seen. Please keep a safe distance between you and the ski in front of you for safety reasons in case the rider in front misses a turn or has to stop. Please keep your eyes on the trail and your finger/thumb ready for the throttle, as the turns are tight and you really need to slow down fast at times and at other times you will need to accelerate quickly and make sharp turns as the trail winds.

This will be a nice opportunity to experience the quiet backwaters. Please stay in the marked channel at all times, as the water depth is extermely tide sensitive and you should be able to see the bottom in most places . We will be stopping at the end of each trail or River segment to make sure we have our complete Group and everyone is ok.
Bring something to drink to replenish those fluids and quench your thirst.
Even though it will be saturday, you will be surprised at how quiet and calm these waters are.

1:00 - 2:00 PM
LUNCH AT THE LOVERS KEY RESORT
Feel free to purchase some grub at the Tiki Bar, Daily Specials are good, Blackened Seafood or Chicken Sandwiches are highly recomended, Burgers are good there as well. The view from the Tiki bar overlooks the Bay and is simply amazing. Dolphins can be seen passing by and frolicking in the Waters.

3:00PM Ride up to Ft. Myers Beach

Round up as many Riders as we can and head into the Gulf of Mexico for a ride up to Ft. Myers Beach, and the World Famous Lanai Kai Hotel. This leg of the trip will be in the Gulf of Mexico "NO SPEED LIMIT", and may be rough enough for you hard core riders. We will stop at the Beach for a drink and some relaxation.
This is a must do Ride if you are attending, please join us for this one !!!


4:30 PM - 6:00 PM OPEN RIDE AND RELAX BACK AT THE RESORT.
DINNER COOKOUT AT LOVERS KEY, ORGANIZED BY TJ AND MANAGER OF THE LOVERS KEY RESORT.
TJ has organized a private buffet meal for our group,
TJ will let us know what the price is on Saturday, so bring some money to chip in for your food.

all invited

6:30 PM-11PM RELAX, PARTY

Relax in the pool or in the rooms at the Lover's Key. There is a Hot Tub and a waterfall at the pool which is very refreshing.

SUNDAY:

7-9 AM: Continental Breakfast -LOVERS KEY RESORT. All others hit your local 7-11 or Donut shop and get those skis in the water. Meet in the front of the Tiki bar at the Lovers Key Resort.

8:00AM-10:00 AM:
Launch your skis and get them running and tuned up, head over to the Lovers Key Resort. Plenty of time later to relax, so please get out there and launch your ski, it'll be a fun day

ROOM CHECKOUT.:
For those checking out of the resort on Sunday,
Please checkout of your rooms on time and load up your vehicles with your clothing and stuff.
Even if you have checked out, you are still welcome at the Resort in the afternoon, feel free to use the pool and Tiki bar and you can come and go from their Beach.


10:30 AM-12:15 PM: ROUND UP IN FRONT OF LOVERS KEY HOTEL BY 10:15AM:

"Tour of the local Bays and Backwaters"

led by Todd Munch From Estero Bay through Bonita Springs to Wiggins Pass State Park in North Naples and Back. This will be a Nice tour open to all age groups, taken through the Backwaters and Bays.
Max speeds will be 30-35 MPH in the public channels, with lots of woods and scenery surrounding on both sides. We will pass by some beautiful Houses and there will be ample time to talk and share ideas, as we will pass through a few "idle-zones", with none being longer than a few minutes. This will be a nice opportunity to experience the quiet backwaters. Please stay in the marked channel at all times, as the water depth is extermely tide sensitive and you should be able to see the bottom in most places .


12:00 - 3:00 PM
MANGROVE RIDE


Ride leaves at 12:00 Noon from the Lovers Key Resort. You are in for a real treat here, Be led on a Trip back in time Hundreds of years into the deep depths of the Natural Mangroves Forests and Tunnels created by the Tidal Currents and Mother Nature. We will take a headcount of riders before we leave and at each stop along our journey to insure we have not left anyone behind in the back-woods. We will be entering single file into the tunnels and trails that few have ever seen. Please keep a safe distance between you and the ski in front of you for safety reasons in case the rider in front misses a turn or has to stop. Please keep your eyes on the trail and your finger/thumb ready for the throttle, as the turns are tight and you really need to slow down fast at times and at other times you will need to accelerate quickly and make sharp turns as the trail winds-you also will need to duck under branches, quite a ride for all who get this great opportunity.
After we finish the trails we will Head back to the Lover's Key Resort to pick up some Lunch .
From there we will pick up whoever is left and head into the Gulf of Mexico for a ride up to Ft. Myers Beach, and the World Famous Lanai Kai Hotel. This leg of the trip will be in the Gulf of Mexico "NO SPEED LIMIT", and may be rough enough for you hard core riders. We will stop at the Beach for a drink and some relaxation.
This is a must do Ride if you are attending, please join us for this one !!!

[TJS]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

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copy and paste the link above, picture link for directions

For those who like to see where they are going before they get there. Here are a few pictures of the way to Lovers Key.

[TJS]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

Todd had mentioned that we might go to a local restaurant Friday. We are going to play that by ear. The Resorts restaurant, Flippers, has some of the best local dishes that I have eaten. Jason, the chef there has won a few local awards for his culinary delights!!!! You will love the menu. We go there quite a bit just to get away from the crowds. If someone would like to venture out up to Ft Myers beach where there are nice touristy places to eat, I will be glad to assist with directions. You can't get much better than Flippers and the location with the pool. Best thing is you do not have to drive!
Remember that in every room is a kitchen. Resort suites have a smaller one than the Luxury suites. Full size fridges and stoves. You can eat in if you prefer. If you are cooking a gourmet meal, feel free to invite me!

[Kawi-Guy]

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Hey guys,
I have to work on Friday, so I will see you all on Saturday early in the morning !!!

Bryan,
Not sure if we'll find any waves to jump. but we have some great riding in store. I have a super "ride-route" for us to take on Sat. morning at 10AM, should be a good 3 hour trip.
See you then,
Todd

[Technical Support]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

No waves is fine, haven't been any here in a few weeks anyway :(

I'll plan the radar runs for late afternoon for a couple hours each if people want, looks like it'll fit in your schedule pretty well.

[ndanieltx]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

You mentioned bring radar guns. Curious as to whats the best you have ever seen a PWC do either stock or modified?

I have a lot of friends that (sigh) think their stock GPR1200R or 1300 is really doing 71 or 74 mph . Should I hand them the GPS and whip them to reality? Or should I just hold off breaking their hearts and let them be?

[Technical Support]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

Nothing spectacular. I have only radared stock skis here, so just 60's.

[TJS]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

There has been a small change of plans. Flippers restaurant where we were scheduled to have a fantastic BBQ Saturday night was unable to have their outdoor patio seating area ready in time for our event. We need a larger area than just what they have under the roof to fit our group and the other guests comfortably.
The local contractors couldn’t provide as promised the manpower and materials in the timeframe allotted to construct the new waterfront dinning area. Flippers still has a superb, raised dinning area but it would get a tad congested if we all at once tried to go for dinner. So what we will do is plan to take a road trip a few miles up the beach, by car of course, to one of the fine eating establishments that we went to 2 years ago. It is located right on the Gulf of Mexico with a view to die for. Inside and outside dinning, not to pricey. Upstairs is “Anthony’s on the Gulf”, nice atmosphere for couples or families with good food and drinks. Downstairs is “Junkanoo’s” a little more casual with a band or DJ playing at night for those of us who like to cut loose. Junkanoo’s is open to the beach so the kids can run around while waiting for their meal. Pooltables are also located at one end of the bar. There are many other fine restaurants within an easy drive of the resort. The people at the resort will be glad to assist you in any way that they can.
Here is a link to Anthony's below:

http://www.junkanoo-anthonys.com/for...g-anthonys.htm

[porsch964]

Re: Southwest Florida Summer Ski Fest

Anybody knows what the weather is going to be like.