Chicago Loop Cruise

[Tad Steinberg]

I've been hinting about this for a while. it's a bit of a haul from Columbus, but its something I've wanted to do for some time now.
What are the details? Staying at the Doubletree? How do I register? I'm sure of lots more questions to come.

 

[OperationROL]

I've been hinting about this for a while. it's a bit of a haul from Columbus, but its something I've wanted to do for some time now.
What are the details? Staying at the Doubletree? How do I register? I'm sure of lots more questions to come.

We usually drive in the morning of, but of course we are only 1 hour away. @Sheboat always stays at the Double Tree with the others. It is a fun time and there are usually lots of memories created. Registration will probably open no earlier than 1 month prior to the date. Just keep checking chicagoloopcruise.com for more details or keep an eye on the crowniehq.net site. This event started from the Crownline Boat Owners. Most of the boats on the cruise are crownies. Yamahas are usually the second biggest group.

 

[Sheboat]

2015 Loop Cruise is scheduled for the last weekend in April, here is the link: www.chicagoloopcruise.com
We will be arriving at the Double Tree Friday afternoon for the boat inspection and some great tailgating. See you all there, hoping for a nice sunny day with calm waters.

 

[Justin G.]

Registration opened yesterday for the cruise on April 25th. Already registered and ordered t-shirts (mandatory). Done the trip many a times, but by ourselves. This will be interesting cruising in the canals with 60 other boats. Should be a good ride, although Im sure it will be rough until we get on the lake. Hopefully we can make a good Yamaha showing at the event. Sign up now.

 

[Speedling]

I'm gonna guess that the waves in some areas on those backwaters are gonna be pretty stinking rough!
We probably won't make it, but if we do make it out, it will be out on Lake Michigan for fishing and such and will make our way later in the morning over to that way to watch the boats cross over to the Calumet Harbor.

 

[scot71]

I am curious just how rough it gets on the canals and river. Does it get really bad since the wakes can't disipate? I'm gonna be there but what's it been like in the past for you guys that have done it before?

 

[Speedling]

I know i've been on there when there were boats coming back from the air and water show in Chicago, and it can be VERY rough. Also, be sure you have a good set of bumpers easily used and a good hook to grab onto the edge for the lock, and also for other boats. You may even need it to push off of other boats if the waves are that messy and you are waiting to get into the locks from the lake side.

 

[OperationROL]

I am curious just how rough it gets on the canals and river. Does it get really bad since the wakes can't disipate? I'm gonna be there but what's it been like in the past for you guys that have done it before?

Yes, it gets really rough in some spots especially where there are walls on each side. If you get stuck in the lead group with all the go-fast boats it is the worst. They all fly through there trying to show each other how good and daring they are and muck up the water for us smaller folks.

 

[Julian]

Just don't hang around the huge main body of boats! We would head out quietly a little early, or hang back late. Lake conditions totally depend on the wind direction and speed!

 

[brockhals]

I'm in! Just regitered, now just need mother nature to cooperate

 

[Sheboat]

It does get very rough, one year I got caught up with the group in one section and the choppy waves were higher than the boat, you just have to power through so you don't get swamped. After that we learned its best just to hang back with just a group of 2-3 boats or leave early as Julian mentioned. Are any of you staying at the Doubletree?

 

[Tad Steinberg]

I'm in! Registered, t-shirt and towel. I'll be heading up from Columbus early Friday morning, hopefully getting to the Doubletree mid afternoon, enough time to get the inspection completed.
Good call about the hook and bumpers. I'll also need some flares and probably will pick up a small VHF radio just to have.
I haven't made any reservations as of yet at the hotel, but will soon.

 

[Speedling]

hey, I know there are channels you need to be on while out on the river, but if you guys go out on the big lake, what channel do you all want to use to talk? I may buzz over and say hi or something if I'm out. I'll get ya from Portage marina but it may be when you're closer to Calumet Harbour, not downtown Chicago. Who knows, perhaps I'll get some friends together and actually do the loop this year.

 

[Sheboat]

In the past I think we have used channel 78 for our group of Yamahas. Hopefully we will be able to do the full loop and meet up with you otherwise we head West through the Cal-Sag then North up the Chicago river.

 

[Steve & Heidi]

It does get very rough, one year I got caught up with the group in one section and the choppy waves were higher than the boat, you just have to power through so you don't get swamped. After that we learned its best just to hang back with just a group of 2-3 boats or leave early as Julian mentioned. Are any of you staying at the Doubletree?

Hello ladies. Long time. Our boat is not accessible until the middle of May. You have any room for Heidi and I to ride along with you two? We may also have a guy join us who is from Singapore. Good guy. Let us know. Miss you guys!

 

[Steve & Heidi]

Yes. The event usually had a good showing of Yamahas. Last year we had 4, but in years past there has been close to 10 at this event. I expect that in addition to @007 and myself, you will meet up with @JCampbell ,@Sheboat , @buckbuck , @trace . I would also like to get @Steve & Heidi , @pumps and hose , @Nathan Bryant , @Speedling and others to come out and represent!

Neil, we are open and up for the cruise however our boat is in storage until mid-May. We are looking for a ride and have asked Sheboat if they might have some room. If not maybe Jim? I'm sure we'll find someone to take the "Jello shot crew".

 

[OperationROL]

Neil, we are open and up for the cruise however our boat is in storage until mid-May. We are looking for a ride and have asked Sheboat if they might have some room. If not maybe Jim? I'm sure we'll find someone to take the "Jello shot crew".

Trust me, you will not be without a ride. Everyone that is coming will invite the company. You are always welcome aboard Perfect Heaven II.

 

[scot71]

All signed up! Now, I just need to get the boat back home so I can get the preseason maintenance done. I think this weekend looks like a good time to roll her home.

 

[Sheboat]

Hello ladies. Long time. Our boat is not accessible until the middle of May. You have any room for Heidi and I to ride along with you two? We may also have a guy join us who is from Singapore. Good guy. Let us know. Miss you guys!

Hi Steve, we would love to have you join us but I have an invite out to 4 others that have not confirmed yet. Let me get on them to see if they are coming or not and if not you are all welcome to join us. I will get back to you in the next week.

 

[Sheboat]

Hello ladies. Long time. Our boat is not accessible until the middle of May. You have any room for Heidi and I to ride along with you two? We may also have a guy join us who is from Singapore. Good guy. Let us know. Miss you guys!

Steve I will PM you with my number, looks like we have room for you!