South Carolina S&F Rally / Lake Murray

[Ospreyproduction]

2nd weekend in September / Lake Murray / South Carolina

Friday....Dreher Island

Lighthouse marina is the general meeting place Saturday at 11:00 AM

Bomb Island Saturday afternoon

Camping at Dreher Island State Park (and there are cabins there too)

Hotel deal for S&F Rally at the Wellesy Inn and Suites $59.00
very close to the lake and a nice / new hotel.
(must say you are with Scream and Fly)

All the details are in this thread. Read on....Come on down, we've got a great crowd at this point.

[KeninSC]

Lee,

I can probably make that one. Hope the water is back up by then.

Ken Eubanks

[Dinomite]

Sounds like a plan to me. I'm in. :D

[skatermike24]

Thats Labor Day isn't it????

[fastboat]

We will probably be there. Had planned to meet Sammy at Robinson, but he may want to come down here.

[Ospreyproduction]

OK...Sounds like we have some interest. Let's make it happen.
Anyone hear from Sammy Corley? Let's get him and his gang out there!

[Ospreyproduction]

Mike,
Maybe you could actually leave the great state of Florida for once. "Bad News Travels Fast"......but not far! lol

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Yea sure I'll go, never miss a rally especially dat close to home let us know what's goin on.



Sammy in S.C.

[Ospreyproduction]

We are planning on staying at the Dreher Island State Park.

[Liberated 18]

Lee....keep me posted...my vote..I'd rather wait until most of the holiday only boaters/campers are gone....no insult intended..just less people

[thunter764]

I agree with Ron.Well,maybe it is because I have made other plans labor day and really want to go to a hotboat gathering.How about the weekend after?

Tim

[Liberated 18]

Lee ..another thought is to try for lake Hartwell the weekend before and combine it with the folks from Atl..its a reasonable hotel with a huge parking lot for boats and libations..;) just keep me posted..

Tim ..this gives you plenty of time to get everything put back together,break it again and still make it..:D

[Stv Euro]

Pick a LAKE!! You know we will all be there!!

Looking forward to see all of you again soon!!



Kevin

[Ospreyproduction]

OK I'll make an executive decision. I agree with the holiday boater deal...and everything on the lake will be busy because of that, so we will say the 2nd weekend in September at Lake Murray.

Arrive Friday September 10 at Dreher Island State Park
Saturday 11 and Sunday the 12th.

I will be staying in an RV at the Dreher Island State Park but there are a number of hotels that are very close that are in Irmo.

I am still planning on the Hartwell trip at the end of August.

I am ging to edit the 1st post so the dates are changed.

[Liberated 18]

With the excutive decision comes all the details..hotels etc..;) I am sure we will talk more when it gets closer:)

[Stv Euro]

Good!! Just keep us all posted! Maybe there will be more water in the lake. It has come up a foot in the last week or so. Lee are you on Murray yet? The last time we spoke you had mentioned moving to Murray.

Later Kevin

[Rodney Nance]

On changing the dates. There will be a lot less boat traffic and reservations will be easy to get also. We don't all have one of them big wave mashers like you. LOL!

[SAMMY CORLEY]

You comin to dis thing? Be great to see ya'll again.





Sammy in S.C.

[Rodney Nance]

Haven't checked with the boss or looked at the calender but if it works out we will be there.

[Ospreyproduction]

Rodney,
Glad to see you chime in there!! Just letting you know that Jasper is on our list in October. In other words.....if you don't make it down here, expect an ass kickin when I come up.

I'll see about getting a good deal on a block of rooms in Irmo/Lake Murray Blvd area.

Sammy, I still laugh my ass off when I see your avitar. It's like I'm looking right at ya.

Kevin, I'm still here in Charleston, but Murray is one of my favorite lakes and I'm delighted to here the waters on it's way up. I've been out on it twice this year and there are a ton of places to go with the water low too.

[Ospreyproduction]

Here's the deal.

Wellesley Inn/suites Columbia
1170 Kinley Road
Irmo, SC 29063-9633 Phone: (803) 781-8590

I have a call into the sales director to see if we can get a better rate, but travelocity.com has them listed for $69.00 per night with availability on the 10th and 11th (FRIDAY AND SATURDAY Night).

All the rooms are suites, with full kitchens and living rooms. It's only a couple of years old and very nice. I have stayed there a number of times and it's always my first choice.

Only about 5 minutes to lighthouse marina where there is a bar, resteraunt and marina if you choose to stay in the water. Slips are about $25 per night.

Includes breakfast too.


So.....................were're on!

Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeee THERE!


Let's see a show of hands. Who's in??????????

[Liberated 18]

Sounds good Lee..thanks for the effort thus far..I"m there !!providing something off the wall doesn't pop up...advise about the rate before I call for a reservation..
Ramp..?is there one right there at the marina and what about leaving trailers there..

[Ospreyproduction]

There is a very nice ramp at the marina. Trailers can be left there forthe day or overnight if you choose to stay in the marina overnight.

Wellesley Inn has tons of parking space so your safe either way.

[Liberated 18]

Lets go Sammy..get the large suite......:D

[Ospreyproduction]

lol

Party at Rons, because they are all large suites!!!


There will be a very serious "Dock Race" Saturday night at Light house marina. Bar and Band are on the deck. Our only chore will be keeping Rodney Nance out of the water. It will be a blast!!

[skatermike24]

Let me talk to the boss and see if see waits to make the trip, we will be away Labor Day weekend.

[Ospreyproduction]

Just made my reservations at Dreher Island State Park.
There are plenty of waterfront RV spaces available and we are booked for site # 53 for Sept 10 and 11.

Come on Sammy!!! You're the one that got me into this RV thing!

Contact Dreher Island State Park:

http://www.discoversouthcarolina.com/stateparks/parkdetail.asp?PID=1371

or call

Contact Information
3677 State Park RD
Prosperity,SC 29127
Phone: (803) 364-4152
Fax: (803) 364-0756

[fastboat]

Have you camped at Dreher Island before?

[Ospreyproduction]

No, this will be my first time there. Iv'e only had the RV for about 3 months now. After seeing the setup that Sammy Corley had up at Lake Robinson, I decided that I just had to have one.

We have since gone to Lake Hartwell / SC, Lake Fontana / NC, Lake Norris/ TN, and Lake Lanier /GA, all pulling the Skater with the RV.

I'm planning on Lake Wylie, NC July 28,29

Lake Hartwell in late August to meet up with Ron and his guys from the Atlanta Powerboat club.

Jasper TN, to meet up with Rodney Nance in October

Hell I didn't buy this thing to let it sit in the back yard.

[fastboat]

I was just wondering whether you checked the size of the space that you reserved, but if you pull the boat with the RV, you shouldn't have a problem. Gail and I were up there a few months ago, and we had a hard time finding a spot that would hold the RV, the pick-up and the boat trailer. You should be OK.

[BIGB]

SAMMY/WAYNE, I WANT TO COME, MAYBE, IT DEPENDS ON WHAT THE WIFY HAS PLANNED.......**** WHO I'M I KIDDING, BEER DRINKING, FAST BOAT RIDING, HANGING WITH THE MELLON BELLYS,.....SHE'LL BEAT ME THERE!:D

HOW FAR IS IT FROM DOTHAN AL.? DOES MURRY GET TO ROUGH FOR MY OLE MIRAGE?

KEEP ME INFORMED ON THE PROGRESS OF THIS GATHERING. FEEL FREE TO E-MAIL ME AT HOME.

[email protected]

THANKS, BIGB

[fastboat]

Man, we would love to have some of ya'll come up here. Gail is missing Daphne, already:D . I think if took us about 6.5 or 7 hrs. to make the trip, but we don't mess around once we hit the road. I will give you a call. What would be a good time?

[BIGB]

AFTER 8:30 PM, MON- THURS.......FRIDAY-SUNDAY I'M ON THE RIVER. LATER

BIGB

[fastboat]

I'll give you a call, maybe tonight. Murray is a pretty big lake, but usually only gets rough when the big boats churn it up. By that time, most of them will be off the water. You shouldn't have a problem with your boat. There are also lots of coves to run in, if you want to skin it back.

[SAMMY CORLEY]

I'm in gotta get a reservation at da campground if they got any if not i'll stay at da fancy motel. Come on Brent we'd love to see ya'll again, bout da lake hell yea it gits rough but not bad enough you cain't run da Mirage I might even take mine this time by da way tell Daphne Emily said hey. Let's git this thing rollin.



Sammy in S.C.
Head Mellonbelly

[Rodney Nance]

Just found out Essie is going to be in Florida that weekend. I may be there without any adult supervision.

[Ospreyproduction]

OH ****!!! We'll have to put a PFD on Rodney by 9PM. He's a water magnet after dark.

Sammy, she said they had tons of open slots. We are in #53, so if you can find a spot nearby, come on.

Wayne, I think the site I got is 54' long which is ok if I don't have the boat on it. I'm keeping the boat in the water all weekend.

Hell I may even show up on Thursday, to race all of you guys...and if you don't show....you lose.

[SCT]

It sounds like a great time!

I'm shooting to get the new boat done and the engine broke in by the Sept. date.

See you @ the bar....
SCT
Charlotte, NC
Checkmate Pulsare/ 300X

[Ospreyproduction]

I'll break it in for ya. It's called get in and haul ass.

[SCT]

Osprey,

I might take you up on that offer. You can break the motor in and I'll drink beer at the beach!! The gathering sounds like a good time. You guys sound like alot more fun then the Lake Normen/ Wylie boaters here in Charlotte!

Luckily, my brother and family lives just north of Columbia to crash at.

See you in Sept.
SCT

[Ospreyproduction]

I can tell you one thing. If the people on this post right now are the only people that show up.....you'll still have a great time. It's a good group of people, with the exception of Rodney Nance.

Hell I couldn't stand to not throw a punch like that. Just seemed right. lol


Actually, Rodney.....he's a hell of ahhhh, of ahhh, he's.....well uhhhhhh.....he's gonna get his ass kicked if he doesn't show!!!!

Have a nice day!

[fastboat]

Lee,

Gail and I will be there Thursday night, so if you out run me, it sure as hell won't be by default .:eek:

[Ospreyproduction]

DAMN!!!!!

And I thought I would have a clean sweep!!!

I guess I'll have to put the trash talkin on hold.

[Liberated 18]

Lee..I dont have a RV but will I be able to just camp on a site right there were ya'll are at?If so I may just do that and come thursday evening as well.

[fastboat]

There are several tent sites available, and Lee's site is in section B. That's where the Melon Bellies will be, as well. The park also has a few villas for rent. Not sure if they will be available, but if you want to call to check here is the number.

803-364-4152

[Ospreyproduction]

Ron,
If you are camping in a tent, you're welcome to anything in the RV that you need. We will naturally have a gas grill and cooking area set up for breakfast. We will have plenty of chairs and that kind of stuff too...so come on!

I have a fan that we set outside the RV just to keep the bugs away while we are out there and you're welcome to use it in your tent at night if you want.


Hell I have a huge tent if anyone needs one. It's like a 10 man dome tent or something like that. It's easy to set up and there's tons of space in it. Queen size air mattress too!

[Liberated 18]

Lee...I am trying to get thru to make a reservation..did it take you awhile..the machine is all I get....ps..if you are over there at the lake checking on your house can you give me a couple of sites for camping in your section..I would prefer a lakeside view:D ,I will be over near Lexington SC tomorrow on business...about how much further to Murray if I went there myself?????

[J Lamb]

Where are you guys gonna be runnin on the lake? I'd like to come see some of these boats. I'll be the one in the slow bassboat:D . Sounds like fun.

[Ospreyproduction]

Ron,
Lexington touches one side of the lake and Dreher Island State park is on the other side of the lake. It's not that far. You can go over the damn dam and then go thru Chapin and you should see signs to Dreher Island. When I called it was just busy, then finally got thru. Get something near site 53. I'm on the water.

I'm not building anything up there right now.

J. Lamb- come on out and join us. We will have more of a schedule as to where we will be as we get closer. Saturday night we will be at Lighthouse marina dock fo a party, Friday we will meet somewhere in the Bomb Island area. We may drift up into some calm water so these guys can scream and fly. Should be quite a site and a hell of a lot of fun.

Beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee THERE!!!!!

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Lee, we got our place reserved, Wayne, Gail, Emily, an of course me, possibly 3 or 4 more. Anyway we got one of da Villa's so we all set . Ready to rock an roll



Sammy in S.C.
Head Mellonbelly

[Ospreyproduction]

Thats great!! I'm looking forward to it. I'll have my bride with me this time. I lied and told her that yall were all great guys!

Hope Rodney can make it. He's been kinda quiet.

[KeninSC]

Alright Lee,

Looks like we're gonna be neighbors. We'll be coming in Thursday evening and leaving early Sunday. My Mom's 71st birthday, so we'll need to get back to help her celebrate.

Ready to see everybody again,
Ken Eubanks

PS. The ranger said the water was at 349' elev. and rising that's only 9 feet below normal pool (11 below full pond). Helluva lot better than 13 feet down.

[JustMercMe]

Talked to B and he told me about this post....Thinkin bout making it also. Who knows might have the 'ol 280 back together....Either way I'm sure it'll be a good time. I'll talk to B a little more about it tonight and get some reservations.

Later,
Itchy:D

Got the mid problem fixed......Gotta black complete 20" offshore for sale if anybody up your way needs one. I love this polished look.

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Ya'll come on if ya can, don't have anything to do with dis rally but will bet ya'll will have a good time if ya come I know we'll be glad to see ya again. Don't forget my decals when ya come, I wanna be like dem Bama boys.



Sammy in S.C.
Head Mellonbelly

[JustMercMe]

Gold on the decals right......I ain't forgot about ya yet.:D Lookin forward to partying woth you guys again.

[Rodney Nance]

My brother who lives in Athens Ga. was up this weekend and it looks like he has that weekend free. I am going to pick him up that Friday and we will head on down. How many bedrooms are the Villas?

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Rodney, we got a 2 bedroom reserved , but they also 3 bedrooms look super screened porch 2 bathroom an queen sleeper sofa, also have a dock guess it's in da water we'll see anyway glad ya comin.





Sammy

[fastboat]

If several of ya'll plan to come, you might want to check into renting a villa. If you want to give them a call, here is the number - 803-364-4152. A good time is guaranteed.

[Ospreyproduction]

Rodney,
Glad to hear you're coming. Hate that your gonna lose the race we're having on Thursday, but life just ain't fair now is it. Kristin was dissapointed to hear that Essie will be in Florida that weekend. Looking forward to meeting your brother. I'll make sure to bring two life jackets for the Nance boys for "after 9pm".

Ken,
What spot are you in? My guess is that the lake will only be about 5 feet low by then.

[Rodney Nance]

I will make up for getting beat in the Thursday night race Friday night. I am already looking forward to seeing you guys the Mellonbellys and everybody else. You keep bringing up this falling in the water after dark deal. Don't you remember Essie telling you that we took a cruiser wake over the bow at the Toys For Tots Run? I know you didn't belive me but I thought you would take her word for it. Oh yeah now I remember. When she told you what happend if we had of been close to any water you would have fell in it. LOL! Talk to you soon.

[KeninSC]

Lee,

They've got us on site 54. The ranger said it was a 50' site and we would probably have enough room for camper, pick-up and the wife's Exploder. We'll park the boat trailer down at the launch ramp.

5' down would be really cool, may be able to over to the Rock to make some passes at that level. Sammy, Wayne, What do you think?

Ken Eubanks

[fastboat]

We are going to Robinson again this week end, but plan to stay home the next. We are going to Murray to check things out, including the water level at the Rock. I will keep all posted.

[Ospreyproduction]

Here's the deal if your not staying at the Dreher Island State Park.


LAKE MURRAY BLVD. ~ EXIT 102B
COLUMBIA, S.C. 29063
(803) 781-8590

“Welcome ”
“SCREAM & FLY RALLY”
SEPTEMBER 10 & 11, 2004

$ 59.00 + tx - (1) King Size Bed Suite with Double “sofa bed”
$ 62.00 + tx - (2) Double Beds with Double “sofa bed”
(Room types are based on availability ~Regular $89.00 & $99.00)

1.CALL WELLESLEY SUITES AT (803) 781-8590
2. IDENTIFY YOURSElf WITH: ”SCREAM & FLY RALLY”
3. TELL HOTEL: WHAT TYPE OF SUITE YOU NEED.
4. GUARANTEE WITH YOUR CREDIT CARD.

Call early - before hotel is “Sold out” !!
DEADLINE FOR “discount rate” is:
AUGUST 27, 2004 !!

[Rodney Nance]

Booked #3 today. How far is it from the campground to the Villas?

[fastboat]

The villas are part of the camp ground. I have a map of the camp ground, and I will try to scan it tomorrow and post on this thread.

[Dinomite]

I spoke with Mary at WELLESLEY SUITES (803) 781-8590 and have my reservation for SEPTEMBER 10 & 11, 2004 :eek:. Anyone know how far are WELLESLEY SUITES from the lake? Lee, great job putting this weekend together.

[Rodney Nance]

I was hoping they were within crawling range.

[fastboat]

Well, you are in crawling range of the Bellies. We are next door in #4. I think I left the map with the villas with Sammy last week end. I will be with them this week end and get it back to scan.

[Ospreyproduction]

The hotel is only about 5 minutes from Lighthouse Marina and and 5-10 minutes from a public landing at the dam. I will post directions to both. If you are staying at the hotel, you'll be very pleased. It's very nice and every room has full kitchens.

I'll also post directions to Dreher Island State Park by water and land. from the dam and from Lighthouse marina.

[Liberated 18]

Originally posted by Dinomite
I spoke with Mary at WELLESLEY SUITES (803) 781-8590 and have my reservation for SEPTEMBER 10 & 11, 2004 :eek:. Anyone know how far are WELLESLEY SUITES from the lake? Lee, great job putting this weekend together.

Ditto..made my reservation with Mary this morning...coming in Friday..

Dean..when ya heading out this time??want to try and hook up again for the ride over..?

Lee..great job pulling it together..........;)

[Dinomite]

When do you want to? We can leave Thursday afternoon after 6:00 or early Friday morning.

Sammy.... you gonna do a shot this time?

Fastboat.... What about this weekend, are you and Sammy coming to the Southern National Drag Boat races in Augusta?

[Liberated 18]

dinomite..I'm flexible..lets count on doing something..and touch base when it gets closer

[Ospreyproduction]

Just wondering if we should get this moved over to "Events and Races"????

[fastboat]

I would post it there, and leave it here. By the way, I got a map of the campground as well as directions to the camp ground from I-26. I will scan them and post later today. Spent the week-end with Sammy and Emily and we are all pumped.

[Talon2.5]

hey dino, have a shot and a beer for me!!

put a towel over the center console in the beemer if ya have sammy back it in the water for ya!! :D

[Ospreyproduction]

Originally posted by KeninSC
Lee,

They've got us on site 54. The ranger said it was a 50' site and we would probably have enough room for camper, pick-up and the wife's Exploder.
Ken Eubanks

Looking like this is going to be a great time! Glad to have you and good to hear your bringing your bride. I'm arriving Thursday, and Kristin is coming up Friday afternoon.

[Ospreyproduction]

We are working on a schedule right now.

Looks like we are going to make the Lighthouse Marina event Saturday @ 11:00 for lunch. That way anyone just coming in for the day can catch up with us and no one has to be on the lake at night.

Bomb island looks like it will be a good gathering place, it's close to the ramp at the dam, Lighthouse marina, and Dreher Island State Park.

Wayne is scoping some flat water coves for some quick passes.

Lake map and schedule to follow soon.

[KeninSC]

Hey Lee,

Where did ya'll stay when you came to the Hartwell Poker Run? We're gonna stay at a Corp campground down near the Dam this weekend. You have to get reservations about 3 months in advance for the Corp campgrounds though. just wondering if you may know some "Last Minute" places.

Ken Eubanks

[Ospreyproduction]

If you can stay at the Corp campground you are better off. They are pretty nice. There is a place called Big Bass Valley Campground that is right across from Portman Marina. That's where we stayed for the Hartwell poker run. $25 a night and that included the use of his their dock. Boatramp is 50 ft from the dock. It worked out pretty well. You just need to ask to be close to the dock or you could be way up the hill.

[Liberated 18]

Originally posted by Talon2.5
hey dino, have a shot and a beer for me!!

put a towel over the center console in the beemer if ya have sammy back it in the water for ya!! :D

Hey Skip..are you and Shorepounder coming??

[KeninSC]

Yep,

We've stayed there before. No comparison to the Corp camps. I wondered if you stayed at the State Park near I-85 and the Georgia Line.

Ken Eubanks

[fastboat]

Campground map. Lee and Ken are staying in section B and it is not detailed on the map.

[ShorePounder]

I'm sitting this one out. I'm out of vacation time for boating events. I have just enough for my 5th wedding anniversary trip and holiday time. With that said, I'm keepin it local. I'll keep my eyes open next year for another good boating road trip. Maybe Smith's Bend or another Lake Robinson trip.

I'd love to hook up with you and Dean and everybody again. Sure was a hoot last time and nobody went to jail :D :D

[Liberated 18]

Sorry to hear you won't be coming Shorepounder..I guess if we ever wanna see ya again you better keep the time saved up for the anniversary time off:D gonna miss ya on that sunset cruise :D but then again just think how much safer you are gonna be not riding in the boat with Sammy;)

[fastboat]

Here's a map to the camp ground from I-26.

[Talon2.5]

TALON-SKATER,

not gonna make it, i was hitting as many as i could there for a few years and my RPM is slowing down, gonna put on the cruise control for the rest of the year into next and relax

you guys be carefull, but above all party hard!!! rock the house!! and have one for me!!

[Dinomite]

Originally posted by Talon2.5
hey dino, have a shot and a beer for me!!

put a towel over the center console in the beemer if ya have sammy back it in the water for ya!! :D

I was looking forward to you hitting triple digits in Ron's Talon this trip. :eek: ShorePounder, your gonna miss all the pictures!.:D And Sammy, sure you can back my old STV in the water if you use my cup holders.

[SAMMY CORLEY]

It ain't my fault dat they hid da drink holders in dat high dollar stuff they are in plain sight in my Ram, It's yo fault you didn't give me da manual. You better be glad I did'nt take dat shot ain't no tellin what I might have screwed up.





Sammy

[Michael Martin]

Bomb island is a great place to hang out & we'll deffinatly be there.

Mike

[BIGB]

THANKS FOR THE INVITATION ON THIS, BUT I'M GONNA BE OUT FOR THIS TRIP. MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER HAS BIRTHDAYS THE FIRST AND SECOND WEEK OF SEPTEMBER., ALSO GONNA BE BUILDING MY NEW SHOP AND WONT REALLY HAVE TIME TO GET AWAY.

WE WILL BE AT NEXT YEARS RALLY, YOU GUYZ BE SAFE.

BIGB

[fastboat]

Anybody interested in Melon Bellies T shirts? If so, I need to order some more. The S M & L are $10.50 and the 2X is $12.50. Let me know how many you want and what sizes. If there is enough interest I will place another order. The big pic is on the back and the name is on the front.

[Dinomite]

I would like to purchase a Melon Bellies T shirt.... XL :eek:

Dean

[Ospreyproduction]

Sign me up for one 2xl

[Michael Martin]

Id like to have 2 xls.

Just let me know when & where to send some money.

Mike

[Ky River Rat]

I would like 2 xl

yes where do I send the money
[email protected]
Thanks Kenny

[Dinomite]

Make mine a 2X, where do I send you the money? Email me at [email protected]

[Ospreyproduction]

Can I get a head count on everyone planning on attending, as well as number of boats......where are you staying????

[Liberated 18]

One person..one boat...staying at the hotel/suite you recommended.......thanks for picking up the tab on my room Lee,they were very accmodating when I told them you had already negoitated the rate charge etc.;)

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Da Mellonbellys are gonna be there, Emily an Sammy, Wayne an Gail, Hot rod Todd an his faithful side kick Danny Bee an Linda, Ken an Carol also kyle. think dats all of us but maybe not.Almost forgot some of da guys from Augusta are comin not sure how many but they got a 3 bedroom condo.




Sammy
Head Mellonbelly

[Ospreyproduction]

There are going to be about 15 STV, Allisons,....boats from Lake Murray joining us for the day. They are all going to meet up with us Saturday / Lunch at Lighthouse Marina. We should have a pretty good turn out.

[Scott Tharpe]

And possibly some of the Hardin/Allison clan.

SAMMY: Had a great time with ya'll da weekend. Got me a prop

comin to try. Sent my MERC box off. Would still like to try one of

yo Kriptonite pills in it when I get it back. You wanna sell wonna

dem dar pills? And you gonna bring da

balloons? SEE YA

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Yea I can bring all dat stuff, hope we got enough water might bring da Q-Master so's I can play also.




Sammy

[Scott Tharpe]

Dat can of whoop ass I'm refering to. I know you got my size

waaaaayyyy covered. You got that wiring diagram I need to run

jus two batrees?

[Rodney Nance]

What a guy. I didn't know you were paying for the rooms also. Post your credit card number so I can put the Villa on your card and get it off mine. LOL! My Brother and I will be there Friday about noon.

[Dinomite]

For picking up my room also. Staying at the hotel you recommended near the lake. How far are we staying from a Club called Platinum Plus? :eek: Sammy, do you know?

[fastboat]

I know the exact distance - too damn far for an old fart like you. hehehehehe :D :D

[Ospreyproduction]

Well, it was the least I could do. :cool:
Hope they leave a mint on your pillow.....

[Liberated 18]

Hell Dean..share the fun!!!Why dont you borrow Lees motor home and bring back a bunch of the girls...:D We can get table dances at Sammy's condo:D

[Dinomite]

better bring lots of dollar bills... Think we are going to need them with Lee's new motor home and the girls! Wayne and Sammy, you better bring five's. :eek: Thanks Lee :D You de man.

[Liberated 18]

Hell we can just put it on Lee's Platinum Plus card..:D

[fastboat]

Gail and Emily do table dances for Sammy and me, all the time. Well, Gail actually has to dance on the bar so her hoots don't hit the ground :eek: :D :D :D .

[Talon2.5]

:eek: damn :eek:

have a beer for me!! :D

[Brian Harden]

Hey guys,
I'm a little late finding out about this one. That's pretty bad considering it is on my home lake. I will make it in something that floats. Every time ya'll have one of these close to me I have just sold the boat I was playing with. Once again that is the case. My aluminum hot rod is gone, and our inventory is very low until I get some 2005 models in. May have to just bring a pontoon or something. Anyway I will be there. I have lots of spare parts for Mercs so if someone comes in and needs something I will be glad to help you out.

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Brian,
Glad to hear your gonna make it. Bring what ya got!!! Hell we may just strap a couple of 2.5's on the pontoon and have a little fun.

Looks like these tropical storms may help the lake back to it's normal level.

[Fibertron]

can you guys keep an eye out for ars1972, his names adrian and is from florence S.C. i still have not been able to contact him about the motor he scammed me on..

[Fibertron]

can you guys keep an eye out for ars1972, his names adrian and is from florence S.C. i still have not been able to contact him about the motor he scammed me on..

Thanks Bryan

[Dinomite]

I have been away for several weeks. :eek: I do not see any post lately regarding "South Carolina S&F Rally / Lake Murray"...... I am so ready for a vacation!

fastboat....... where you been hiding?

[Ospreyproduction]

I think that everyone has in their book. I snapped my prop shaft and ended up with a whole new sportmaster instead. Fat shaft this time around. I'll be back in the water next weekend and even more ready for the following weekend. I'm just glad this didn't happen up at the lake.

[Dinomite]

My skeg broke off several weeks ago. :eek: Fortunately no one was hurt. David Pou has a new lower unit for me to pick up and install this week. I was very lucky it happened at a low speed, but what a ride. :D :D :D :D

Dean

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I never even planed off! I was trying, but the shaft popped before I ever hopped on plane. I was planning on testing a new 4 blade cleaver that I had just purchased. It's at the bottom of the river along with the rest of my shaft. It's been raining here any time I had time to go out, so if it had to happen, it happened at the right time.

[scfireman]

what are the dates again Lee?

Met you at bomb island couple months back in the white and blue STV with the johnson 225 ho.

[fastboat]

The dates are Sept. 11 - 12, although some of us will be at Dreher Island on Thurs. the 9th.

Where in Lexington do you live. We live on Hallmark Dr., and we should hook up sometime.

[Michael Martin]

Wayne, what time are yall coming in Thursday. & what lot are yall on?

Drop me an e-mail or something..

Mike

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Rodney Nance

I spoke with "Wayne Tarrant" fastboat today. Please give me a call on my Toll Free 877-778-2691 ext 351 / Also sent you a S&F message.

dinomite

[HighTide]

How many boats are expected to be at this rally???

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Looks like a very good turnout, if all show that says they are comin, our bunch is bringin several boats da Augusta Ga. bunch is also bringin several boats. Dinomite you are comin I presume.




Sammy in S.C.
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Yea, I figured so you could back my boat in the water..:eek: And I do have cup holders. :D I am so ready for a vacation, this should be a hoot. You gonna cook?:D :D

Dean

[J Lamb]

How's the water looking at the lake? Haven't been there since June:( and only live 8 miles away. Kinda enjoyed it being low for a while. With all these storms though it oughta be coming up pretty good now. Looking foward to next weekend. ...jim

[HighTide]

Water is looking good, plenty enough to go anywhere you want! Any shallow water areas are marked with buoys.

[Ospreyproduction]

I have not heard the latest watermark, but the big boats are running on the lake again. There should be plenty of water for us.


From our experiences with Hurricane Hugo, our thoughts are with all those who are in the path of Hurrican Frances.

[HighTide]

The big boats never quit running! Lighthouse has had water the entire time during the drawdown! But there is plenty of water right now and the current level is 349.88 and they keep it at 355-356 when its all the way up. They have never brought it all the way up to 360 which is full pull. Hopefully the lake will stay calm for you guys so you can get out there and make some good runs!! Can't wait for it to get here!!!

[Ospreyproduction]

lol.....Oh....I'll make a good run...right past Rodney Nance!!!!

Let's light this candle!!!!!!

[HighTide]

DAYUM!! GIT R DONE!!!! I can't wait to meet some of you guys! I think ya'll will have a blast out at bomb island playing around and partyin with some of us good ole carolina boys!!

[Scott Tharpe]

Is there any kind of itinerary for this event. I know we'll go to the Lighthouse and eat lunch Sat but I'm being asked by some folks in our group about Sat. night. Is there a group get together planned?

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Some people will be arriving Thursday and mostly be in the Dreher Island area, Friday as well.

Saturday is the lunch gathering at Lighthouse marina. That is mainly to provide a general meeting place for everyone. We will then head out to Bomb Island and maybe find a cove around Dreher Island to make some runs. There will be a good crowd based at the Dreher Island State Park over the entire weekend. That will more than likely be the place to be after dark. A number of us will be in RV's and some are at "the cabins".

I will step out on a limb and tell you that Dreher Island will be a blast in the evening. This group doesn't have a habit of turning in early.

Sammy can't see to well after dark....you know, with his age and all. lol So running on the lake at night will be limited to a few. Some of these guys don't even have running lights.

My RV spot is #53 (right on the water) I will be anchored there and anyone is welcome. Bring a tent and stay for the weekend!!!

No real schedule other than that. We will play it by ear for Friday and Saturday is Lighthouse for lunch and then off to Bomb Island.

Saturday night is Dreher Island and Sunday is a free for all.

We will have the grill fired up Friday and Saturday evening, so if your stopping by, bring something to throw on it!

If anyone needs to reach me, my cell is 843-452-9412

[J Lamb]

Sounds like it's on between some already:D . Am I gonna be the only Yamaha there? If so ya'll don't pick on me:D. Oh and guys runnin at night BE CAREFUL, still pretty dangerous. ....Jim

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Jim,
Don't let anyone scare ya!!! We're all just a bunch of trash talkers! Bring that Yammi and wind it out. We like to hear those blow too!! lol

Really, tell your friends on the lake. It's gonna be a good time, good people, a good cooooooold beer and a bunch of slow boats.

We'll see ya out there.

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Ken,
You still set to come?

[KeninSC]

Carol and I are still on the way. May be late Thursday before we get down. If we don't show Thursday night we'll be down before lunch Friday. If nothing else I've got to show Sammy the 86.7mph I finally got from my P.O.S. 28 chopper.

Ken Eubanks

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I was bustin his chps earlier but I have yet to see him chime in. I do know that they are all coming. They are staying in the cabins.

[Rodney Nance]

I just read the post about you making a good run right past Rodney Nance. Were you talking about beating me to the outhouse? Cause I know you didn't mean passing me in the boat. LOL

[SAMMY CORLEY]

Just checkin out all da chit talkin. Lee you gonna find us a place for some q-mile passes? Think da girls are gonna be cookin up sume stuff but she's not home yet an don't wanna speak for dem. we gotta few comin wit us so should be a pretty good turn out. Gotta work thursday an till 12or 1 fri. then i'll be good to go might even take a shot wit dinomite. I'm ready



Sammy in S.C.

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Saturday night Gail and I are planning to cook at our villa.Ya'll are welcome to come on over and cook with us. We will be BBQing chicken and ribs so bring what ever you want to throw on the grill. Let me know how many will be in your group so we can make sure that we have plenty of the side dishes to go around.
Look forward to seeing all of you again.




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Take a Shot:eek: :eek: :eek: Set me a plate I look forward to Mrs. Emily(Ms. Head Mellonbelly) home style cooking!:D Looks like we will be in town Friday morning. I am so ready to party!

Talon-Skat 21 what time next Friday morning are we hookin' up for the trip over?

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Just checkin out all da chit talkin. Lee you gonna find us a place for some q-mile passes?

Sammy in S.C.

Oh I found a place allright....it's out in the middle of the lake....lol



Kristin and I will bring some sorta side sump-n and sump-n to throw on the grill. How bout dat.

Good news is that all this crappy weather should be way clear of here for our weekend

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Hey NANCEY....just get your ass down here.

You can trash talk me right into a cold beer.

[11badknot]

Hey this is your bud from south of town, you know red softail with a big motor, Rusty and I are coming Friday afternoon to check out the goings on but it seems like in the post most people will be out riding and racing are they not going to have 1/4 mile runs at a designated place for spectators or is this just a lake race wherever you run up on someone

[QUICKSILVER]

In SC you are required to have a DNR permit to have any kind of racing on a public waterway. I think they also require you to have insurance for the event. These permits aren't easy to obtain. I wouldn't disscuss any racing events here. It would just be asking the water cops to join the event. They love to write tickets.

[11badknot]

Well that is what I was thinking this was going to be thats why I'm asking if you can't see any of the boating I might as well cancel my rooms and stay home and consume adult beverages, thinking this was another Rumble

[QUICKSILVER]

I don't know what you will be able to see from the bank. I might be wrong, but I thought this was just a gathering of boaters looking to have some fun. I have been involved in obtaining the proper permits and permission to have a race. You have to have an ambulance, dive team, and law enforcement involved. I am sure that there will be some racing, just don't advertise it. I would guess these sites are watched by someone looking for the opportunity to bust some people. If you aren't careful, you will poop your own party.

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It will be sort of like "I went to a boat gathering and a race broke out":D :D

[11badknot]

That every where I go I attract beer

[HighTide]

I think beer just follows me everywhere I go kinda like if I had a kid!

[Dinomite]

Send or post instructions from I-20 how to get to the campground where you folks will be staying. Several people have asked me for directions. Need a little help......

Dean

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Everyone calm down!!! We will try to keep the speed under 120mph!! Hammer down and hold on!!

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I-20 will run into I-26

Go west toward Spartanburg/Newberry via I-26

Driving Directions: From I-26: Take exit 91 (Chapin exit- Hwy. 48) to Chapin. Turn rt on Hwy 76 for 1/8 mile, then turn left onto St. Peter's Church Rd (Hwy. 29) for 4 mi. Turn left onto Dreher Island Rd (Hwy 231) for approximately 3 mi. Then turn onto State Park Rd for 2 mi. to the park entrance.

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Have new lower unit in hand.......ready to fly!!!

[J Lamb]

Everyone calm down!!! We will try to keep the speed under 120mph!! Hammer down and hold on!! :eek: I was thinking 75ish so I can keep up:D :D ......Jim

[fastboat]

Thanks for posting directions. I come in from the other side and had no idea how to get there from I-26.

Gail and I rode over to Bomb Island yesterday. Probably won't be too great when the water is up, but right now it is perfect. Huge sandy area to pull up on the bank and hang out. The wind was blowing pretty good, so it was a little rough ride over there, but when we got there we had a great time. Made some new friends, too. No comments from you Sammy :D .

I'm having computer problems so I probably won't add any more posts, but will see you all this weekend. Some of you on Thursday. Be there or be square.

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Originally posted by Ospreyproduction
I-20 will run into I-26

Go west toward Spartanburg/Newberry via I-26

Driving Directions: From I-26: Take exit 91 (Chapin exit- Hwy. 48) to Chapin. Turn rt on Hwy 76 for 1/8 mile, then turn left onto St. Peter's Church Rd (Hwy. 29) for 4 mi. Turn left onto Dreher Island Rd (Hwy 231) for approximately 3 mi. Then turn onto State Park Rd for 2 mi. to the park entrance.

Lee

Thanks for the directions.

Dean

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Hey Dean,
Are you bringing anyone up with you?

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Just FYI........

......grilling steaks friday night at site # 53

I've got a bunch but you still better get there early if you want one!!!

[Dinomite]

Debbie has to work, so I will be batching it for the weekend.

Dean

[Rodney Nance]

How did the gearcase test go?

[Ospreyproduction]

Everything is fine. Ready to run.
A little less change in my pocket, but I'm ready.



DID I HEAR SOMEONE SAY A RACE MIGHT BREAK OUT!!!!

LLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLET'S GET READY TO RUMBLLLLLLLLLLE


ding! ding!!


LET'S GET IT ON!!!


"Wavemasher"

[Rodney Nance]

This week is reminding me of the old days racing. I still don't have the gearcase ready. The weather man says we are going to have to swim to leave the house the next couple of days. I may have to get my **** ready at the ramp. And "Wavemasher" I am never early for anything but keep the grill going late and I will bring some steaks also.

[Ospreyproduction]

That's one less thing for you to worry about. I'll have two steaks set aside for you and your bro.

Good thing you'll have a boat with you, you may need it. I would run the aluminium prop just in case a fire hydrant gets in the way.

We have had rain for 3 weeks now. Thursday is supposed to be clear. Scattered T-storms for the weekend...but that's pretty normal for this neck of the woods.

[J Lamb]

Please no rain, Please no rain:D . Good thing though there should be plenty of good water to run. ...Jim

[KeninSC]

Probably gonna be close to 8:30pm before we arrive Thursday. Carol is having a heck of a time packing the camper while dodging the rain drops but all that is supposed to clear out tonight and be nice for the weekend. Looks like Lee is gonna have enough wind to get that Skater on top Saturday. The turbulence off of a hummingbird wings makes enough chop for mine.

See Ya'll soon,
Ken Eubanks

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I'm heading up Thursday around 1PM. I say that, but I still don't have everything packed and won't until the morning. The weather looks good for the weekend. It's blowing like a train out there today. If anyone needs to reach me, my cell is 843-452-9412.

[fastboat]

Don't forget that they lock the gates at 10:00. If you get there later, call Gail's cell and we will give you the code to get in (803) 960-9298.

[KeninSC]

Wayne,

We should be pulling out of the driveway @ 6:15pm. That gives us 2 hours +/- til 8:30. I don't remember how long it took us pulling the camper last time, but we should be there long before 10:00 barring any catastophes.

[fastboat]

See you Thurs., Cooter.

[Dinomite]

Tried to call your cell, is it turned on? :eek: :eek:

Dean

[QUICKSILVER]

Met some nice people. Met up with a real bad bat turn too, OUCH. Got lots of bruises, cracked coller bone, sprained ankle, a few cuts, but the boat came out un-scratched. My female friend got banged up, but just from me joining her in the passenger seat. No more fast rides with a passenger. Anyone got a lifeline jacket for sale?

[Michael Dixon]

Which boat were you in? I didn't realize any one got hurt. I can imagine tho with that rough water. Hope you heal ok.

[QUICKSILVER]

I was in the Grandsport, we were in fairly smooth water. One of the channels off of the main lake. There was no warning, the boat just spun out.

[11badknot]

After meeting you this weekend I have got to admit your avitar does you more justice than the real deal (he-he) but to tell you I really enjoyed meeting all of you, specialy Mrs. mellonbelly a great host, Lee a grest steak cooker and I hope Wayne gives the wife a little slack, you know $hit happens Later Ken

[J Lamb]

Man sorry to here that. Glad your both ok. boat too. When did it happen? today or Sat? Sat was pretty rough. That's one good thing bout my slow Bumblebee don't have to worry bout no blowouts or hooks:D . Really enjoyed meeting you guys saturday. Whoever said Sammy looked like his avatar was right:D . Hated not getting to ride around wit you guys but them two boys with me was gettin bored quick. Hard to keep younguns entertained for long. Definately some awesome looking boats, specially the big cat wit the triple Mercs:eek: . That thing would move. That GS is a good lookin Ally too. . ....Jim

[Dinomite]

Whooooooo..... Weeeeee.... What a excellent time we had!:D :D Met some really nice people. Sammy even did a shot with us. :eek: Sammy, tell Mrs. Mellonbelly thank you for supper and breakfast! Sure glad you folks set me a plate. I checked my camera this morning and have many great pictures I will post over the next several days. This week end did not last long enough.

[Michael Martin]

It was great seeing yall friday & I hope to see yall again real soon.

Sorry to hear about you getting banged up QS.

Mike

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Dean

[11badknot]

Great shots Dean but whats up with the picture of the beamer, O thats right your a beamer salesmanager (HA) how about some shots of the Specter, told RC about this and I said I would get him a picture of it . Damn what a ride when I grow up I want to be just like David Pou or I could lower my standards and be just like you. Has anyone talked to Sammy after the run with Dixon, its funny how every one thinks their fast until they run someone who is FAST Later Ken

[Michael Martin]

Theres always going to be someone faster & thats just part of it...lol Dean as always the pic look great. How much is the guy wanting for the red STV?

Mike

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Originally posted by 11badknot
Great shots Dean but whats up with the picture of the beamer, O thats right your a beemer SalesManager (HA) how about some shots of the Specter, told RC about this and I said I would get him a picture of it . Damn what a ride when I grow up I want to be just like David Pou or I could lower my standards and be just like you. Has anyone talked to Sammy after the run with Dixon, its funny how every one thinks their fast until they run someone who is FAST Later Ken

Ken

Yeaaa..... Had to let folks know that the BMW X5 will pull boats. We have been so busy this morning. :eek: Working on more pictures now. No I have not spoken with Sammy today. Tell RC be patience, I have plenty to post.

Dean

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((( 1999 30' Spectre with tripp 1996 260s FOR SALE )))) VERY NICE.....Call David Pou 803-345-5878. I will post more pictures of it later. Not only will run 100 plus it is VERY quick. Most awesome ride in a boat I have ever had.:eek: :eek: :eek:

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