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goldenglory18 · 08-02-2018, 08:01 AM

This. Is. Amazing.

I'm going to make the broad assumption that this will be a huge success and will become an annual thing. Today, I start preparing for October 2019.

God Speed to everyone evolved. I'll be watching with great interest....

Denis_Ruso · 08-02-2018, 08:21 AM

Oh man. A little too short notice to whip myself into that kind of shape and I have 7 days in baja right around this time. But this is something I would be willing to train for.

I've been looking for someone crazy enough to do the paddle to Catalina with me. However, I am probably in shape enough to do the trip there and back not the whole way around.

I also need to upgrade my Revo to an outback for a trip like this, so I can pack gear and have more stability.

2019 if it happens again is my time to do it.

Apex Predator · 08-02-2018, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Denis_Ruso

Denis,
I also need to upgrade my Revo to an outback for a trip like this, so I can pack gear and have more stability.

2019 if it happens again is my time to do it.

The only other time I've done the crossing was in a Revo 13 and that is what I most likely will use again. It definitely cuts down on your gear but you can get by with/out a bait tank and only two Rods(1 for bait, 1 for Jigs) , the Revo is Fast and slices through the chop and remember I am having water and firewood delivered to the campsites.
Mike

GTboosted · 08-02-2018, 08:47 AM

I'm with the others. This looks like fun but probably too close of a date for proper training.

I'm 100% in for 2019 though.

summers in kuwait · 08-02-2018, 09:47 AM

Mike,

This is very ambitious, but looks doable with the right planning and conditioning. To date, the most miles I've done in one day is 29 on the water!
Here is that trip.

It was pretty rough at the end with the wind and I didn't have a sail setup then, wish I did.

Currently, I could probably do there and back without much additional training, but the additional days would be taxing.

I really like your plan though and this could be a special trip, very rewarding.
If I had a little more flex with work and kids I would be all over this. Maybe I can plan on 2019! Another thought would be to get some promotion or sponsorship on this event, maybe have the proceeds go to a local charity like HOW or something.

PS

If you do some training or wanna hit some offshore action this summer, I could be down. I've been out a couple times this summer. Only like 8 miles or so straight offshore, but nine mile bank could be a fun day!

Cheers,

Todd

Apex Predator · 08-02-2018, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by summers in kuwait

Mike,

This is very ambitious, but looks doable with the right planning and conditioning. To date, the most miles I've done in one day is 29 on the water!
Here is that trip.

It was pretty rough at the end with the wind and I didn't have a sail setup then, wish I did.

Currently, I could probably do there and back without much additional training, but the additional days would be taxing.

I really like your plan though and this could be a special trip, very rewarding.
If I had a little more flex with work and kids I would be all over this. Maybe I can plan on 2019! Another thought would be to get some promotion or sponsorship on this event, maybe have the proceeds go to a local charity like HOW or something.

PS

If you do some training or wanna hit some offshore action this summer, I could be down. I've been out a couple times this summer. Only like 8 miles or so straight offshore, but nine mile bank could be a fun day!

Cheers,

Todd

Yes Lets get out there in that blue water for sure, Next week if you are gamed. And don't rule it out Catalina completely for 2018 until I've had the chance to sell it to you in person

Chet · 08-02-2018, 12:30 PM

I did it with a buddy a couple years ago. I might be able to join. Will decide during September. One of the trip to remember for life.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SycgYOamYzY&t=1s

Apex Predator · 08-03-2018, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by summers in kuwait

Mike,

Another thought would be to get some promotion or sponsorship on this event, maybe have the proceeds go to a local charity like HOW or something
Todd

Todd,
That's a great idea, my plan was never to make any money on this, but rather just have the trip of a lifetime, but if we can serve a higher cause all the better. So what I hope to do on this trip is to work out all the safety and logistical snags we are likely to experience on our fist way around the Island. Also I hope to get a bunch of photos and footage to promote future trips.
Mike

08-02-2018, 08:21 AM	#2
Denis_Ruso Senior Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 571	Oh man. A little too short notice to whip myself into that kind of shape and I have 7 days in baja right around this time. But this is something I would be willing to train for. I've been looking for someone crazy enough to do the paddle to Catalina with me. However, I am probably in shape enough to do the trip there and back not the whole way around. I also need to upgrade my Revo to an outback for a trip like this, so I can pack gear and have more stability. 2019 if it happens again is my time to do it. __________________ 2018 Hobie Outback 13 I do not fear the storm as it will teach me how to sail my ship.

08-02-2018, 08:47 AM	#4
GTboosted Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lake Balboa, The Valley Posts: 425	I'm with the others. This looks like fun but probably too close of a date for proper training. I'm 100% in for 2019 though. __________________ -Beto

08-02-2018, 08:01 AM	#1
goldenglory18 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Seattle Area Posts: 861	This. Is. Amazing. I'm going to make the broad assumption that this will be a huge success and will become an annual thing. Today, I start preparing for October 2019. God Speed to everyone evolved. I'll be watching with great interest....

08-02-2018, 09:47 AM	#5
summers in kuwait Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: East County San Diego Posts: 657	Mike, This is very ambitious, but looks doable with the right planning and conditioning. To date, the most miles I've done in one day is 29 on the water! Here is that trip. It was pretty rough at the end with the wind and I didn't have a sail setup then, wish I did. Currently, I could probably do there and back without much additional training, but the additional days would be taxing. I really like your plan though and this could be a special trip, very rewarding. If I had a little more flex with work and kids I would be all over this. Maybe I can plan on 2019! Another thought would be to get some promotion or sponsorship on this event, maybe have the proceeds go to a local charity like HOW or something. PS If you do some training or wanna hit some offshore action this summer, I could be down. I've been out a couple times this summer. Only like 8 miles or so straight offshore, but nine mile bank could be a fun day! Cheers, Todd

08-02-2018, 12:30 PM	#7
Chet Junior Join Date: Apr 2016 Posts: 27	I did it with a buddy a couple years ago. I might be able to join. Will decide during September. One of the trip to remember for life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SycgYOamYzY&t=1s