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....you should ALL be very proud of yourselves...great thread, great story, great people...thanx for let'n me watch...
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I literally just read this entire thread... bravo.:Score-101010:
I commend you guys on your hard work, and am trully inspired by your story :drink: I'm about an hour east of Columbus in Tipp City, OH (just east on 571 of West Milton where Fetters is actually), but have family in Destin, FL and plan on going down to the Key's for the races in November again- I would love an oppurtunity to see this legend you brought back in person and shake your hands! Enjoy the fruits of your labor guys!!!!!!! |
Well done guys. Great job.
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4th of July Weekend Suncoast Offshore
I was lucky enough to take a trip to Sarasota, and enjoy the weekend with my brother Jordan, cousin Mike, and the always thrilling Still Crazy! I would love to try to put into words the feelings it brought to me but I only have a few minutes tonight, so here are a few pics i gathered that were taken from our runs, and I will try to upload some videos as well! Wow, what an amazing Machine....Amazing Job Jordan, Mike, Steve, and all the amazing people who have given time and effort to help bring this dream back to this family! Thank you again!
Justin Poppa http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6025/...99f0641230.jpg Still Crazy 111 by thepoppas, on Flickr Another Cruising http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5160/...b7f8069dbb.jpg Getting after it! by thepoppas, on Flickr Click on one of my photos and the whole series is available on my photostream. Hope you enjoy as much as we did! http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5073/...f3d51680a6.jpg Friday Run by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6020/...20a2973d50.jpg Friday run 7 by thepoppas, on Flickr Ill try to get some more and the video up here shortly! |
Your Family totally deserves it. If it wasn't for the enthusiasm of Jordan, Mike & Family, I don't think it could have been done that good-That Fast. They Poured their hearts into it and that got everyone on board to do the same. it is a wonderful endeavor they took on and it turned out Fantastic.
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Some pics from Festival Park
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Dry Pits on Display by thepoppas, on Flickr Here is our Grandfather talking to Steve about old times, To be a fly on the wall during those conversations, but we just let them have their time! http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6036/...b216cdecb5.jpg Grandpa and Steve Talking old times by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6019/...e5c8bb8936.jpg Fourth of July 001 by thepoppas, on Flickr Here is a short video I have a 40 min video I took with the Video camera, but I have to cut it down a bit for the computer. Enjoy!!! [youtube]1YJe8KIPy70[/youtube] |
Grandpas first run on the Still Crazy!
This was Grandpa Ben Poppa Sr. First run on the Still Crazy, Keep in mind hes doing this at the young age of 90..... yup 90.
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5319/...fd58286db5.jpg stillcrazyfront dock by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6057/...1c96b6af00.jpg still crazy grandpa gettin on it by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5278/...633b42cce6.jpg grandpas still crazy by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6035/...6c1c06ccd2.jpg grandpa on still crazy by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5199/...3d8b870dfd.jpg goinout by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5275/...830c988f7a.jpg grandpa ride by thepoppas, on Flickr ALL SMILES!!! http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6039/...37da23243c.jpg grandpa on boat by thepoppas, on Flickr Thanks again!!! |
"Grandpa on Boat" picture is classic.
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When are you guys bringing her down to Naples? Lets go tear it up!
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Incredible!
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Originally Posted by thepoppas
(Post 3444692)
This was Grandpa Ben Poppa Sr. First run on the Still Crazy, Keep in mind hes doing this at the young age of 90..... yup 90.
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5319/...fd58286db5.jpg stillcrazyfront dock by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6057/...1c96b6af00.jpg still crazy grandpa gettin on it by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5278/...633b42cce6.jpg grandpas still crazy by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6035/...6c1c06ccd2.jpg grandpa on still crazy by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5199/...3d8b870dfd.jpg goinout by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5275/...830c988f7a.jpg grandpa ride by thepoppas, on Flickr ALL SMILES!!! http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6039/...37da23243c.jpg grandpa on boat by thepoppas, on Flickr Thanks again!!! Steve |
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Wow! Blown away!
Ever sit down w/a good book and not get up until the last page? Was on my way out the door for my morning run when this thread caught my eye. That was 3 hrs ago!
Funny too as I feel emotionally spent. The sorrow for the family's loss, the joy in finding the boat, the amount of effort in such a huge project (just finished a 24' twin O/B of my own), the sadness in reading Mom's post, the excitement of the maiden voyage/phone video (I laughed out loud) and the final picture of 90 yr old Grandpa going for a ride. Also comical that I kept checking the dates of the posts in comparison to todays to determine if they actually had a shot at it actually being done by now. Interesting too that I am orig. from Columbus (Westerville) and was just there celebrating my Dad's 90th. My arms still hurt after the pix's of boarding the hull ;) Congrats to you guys, outstanding accomplishment and for the perfect reason. Have seen and admired that boat and it's accomplishments. Have watched the record run video many, many times in the past. I also laughed out loud when reading your 85 MPH #'s on it's maiden voyage withhhh...., 150 gls of fuel. Told me all I needed to know ;) Into the mid 90's already, WOW! Awesome stuff in deed. I am still a couple wks away on my project being ready/reliable but we will be over boating your way and my boat is a restored '85 24' Sonic w/twin O/B's that has the classic lines (yours is the bench mark of the classic offshore lines that I so love) similar to yours and would be a great time following each other around. If you're ever over this way, we've got room for you. Thanks for making my day guys! Best thread ever! Gary Williams |
Originally Posted by Twin O/B Sonic
(Post 3445006)
Wow! Ever sit down w/a good book and not get up until the last page? Was on my way out the door for my morning run when this thread caught my eye. That was 3 hrs ago!
Funny too as I feel emotionally spent. The sorrow for the family's loss, the joy in finding the boat, the amount of effort in such a huge project (just finished a 24' twin O/B of my own), the sadness in reading Mom's post, the excitement of the maiden voyage/phone video (I laughed out loud) and the final picture of 90 yr old Grandpa going for a ride. Also comical that I kept checking the dates of the posts in comparison to todays to determine if they actually had a shot at it actually being done by now. Interesting too that I am orig. from Columbus (Westerville) and was just there celebrating my Dad's 90th. My arms still hurt after the pix's of boarding the hull ;) Congrats to you guys, outstanding accomplishment and for the perfect reason. Have seen and admired that boat and it's accomplishments. Have watched the record run video many, many times in the past. I also laughed out loud when reading your 85 MPH #'s on it's maiden voyage withhhh...., 150 gls of fuel. Told me all I needed to know ;) Into the mid 90's already, WOW! Awesome stuff in deed. I am still a couple wks away on my project being ready/reliable but we will be over boating your way and my boat is a restored '85 24' Sonic w/twin O/B's that has the classic lines (yours is the bench mark of the classic offshore lines that I so love) similar to yours and would be a great time following each other around. If you're ever over this way, we've got room for you. Thanks for making my day guys! Best thread ever! Gary Williams Wow, thank you Gary for taking the time to share your thoughts and compliments! It is great hearing from people like you who know the struggle of restoring one of these old boats. We were so fortunate to have had some great people step up and help us to get to where we are today. You'd be suprised at how much advice and knowledge is available to people by just reaching out to the experts. We hope to continue to meet people from OffshoreOnly and will hopefully get the opportunity to run the boat alongside many of you in the future. We had the boat in the parade and dry pits at the Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix in Sarasota in it was awesome to get to talk to all the people that stopped by and shared their stories of seeing the boat 20 years ago, or just offered there appreciation for the work we have put in. We're going to try and keep going to different places as much as time and money will allow so we can continue to hear the stories and show people a piece of offshore racing history. If you're reading this and happen to see us or the boat sometime, don't hesitate to come up and introduce yourself so we can put a face to a screen name! |
Originally Posted by searaycer
(Post 3444751)
When are you guys bringing her down to Naples? Lets go tear it up!
If anyone else in the Naples area wants to meet out on the water or run somewhere this weekend, don't hesitate to PM me or post. -Jordan |
Originally Posted by Phantom1
(Post 3444697)
"Grandpa on Boat" picture is classic.
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Sounds good...look forward to it!
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The boat looked absolutely sensational at the Sarasota races this past weekend.
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I had put up a video but apparently it is too long, so I will try again to post a shorter version of it!
Check back tomorrow Justin |
Still Crazy
I posted on the Velocity forum, but had to post here as well:
Saw the boat in Sarasota and spoke to Mike Poppa. What a super nice guy, and the boat looked great. Got a bit of the history from Kim, I'm glad that they chose to return the boat so close to original. I wish the project had been done while I was at Velocity, I would have loved to be involved. What a beautiful piece of floating history. |
Will the Still Crazy boat and crew be in St. Clair, MI at the end of July?
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Here is a Better vid, Sorry it took so Long, YouTube wasnt allowing me to post the original length!
Enjoy Justin [youtube]bbrYT_otY10[/youtube] |
Outstanding!
Awesome video.
Kept reaching for the drive and tab buttons :cool: Love the idea that every one in the boat is in a vest. Real ones too. Well done guys. |
Awesome video Justin :) Love that you got a little Jimmy in there. I can honestly say that the pride I have in that boat, and in Jordan and Mike for what they accomplished, doesn't wear off. I still get teary eyed thinking back to the Jacksonville Poker Run and looking at all the pictures/videos from this past weekend. I can't wait to get down there to ride on her again!
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Nice vid!!
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Great vid. I couldnt see the spedo. How fast were you running? Its cool that you have chicks that enjoy that.
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Originally Posted by ActiveFun
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Great vid. I couldnt see the spedo. How fast were you running? Its cool that you have chicks that enjoy that.
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Yes. But that someone was going 5 mph and needed to be in direct sunlight, not running at high speed in open water with racing life jackets on lol.
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Originally Posted by ActiveFun
(Post 3445915)
Great vid. I couldnt see the spedo. How fast were you running? Its cool that you have chicks that enjoy that.
And yes, I'm a super lucky guy to have such beautiful and understanding wife that also enjoys boating:ernaehrung004: |
Originally Posted by ActiveFun
(Post 3446036)
Yes. But that someone was going 5 mph and needed to be in direct sunlight, not running at high speed in open water with racing life jackets on lol.
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Originally Posted by Here's Johnny
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true.....lol.......although I do enjoy a good cruise sometimes soaking up some sun........besides your still burning some gas.....better then being at the beach with everyone else.....lol.........sorry for the hi-jack guys......back to your thread......
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Originally Posted by ActiveFun
(Post 3446110)
You dont know what I had to do to NOT go to the beach club that day.
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Awesome vid!!!!Hey I was just wondering what did you set your drive height at?
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Originally Posted by excalibur82
(Post 3446926)
Awesome vid!!!!Hey I was just wondering what did you set your drive height at?
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More from Suncoast Offshore 90 y/o racer!
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267669_2007134452064_1054744469_2244301_507009_n by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6143/...07bf5ccb1d.jpg 264645_2007193213533_1054744469_2244374_2583053_n by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6028/...b1792163d6.jpg 264645_2007193173532_1054744469_2244373_7827009_n by thepoppas, on Flickr http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6133/...e243d10963.jpg 269725_2007157172632_1054744469_2244327_6160847_n by thepoppas, on Flickr Just a couple more of the Oldest Racer in our Family! It Helps to show how much this whole project means to the family and especially our grandfather! Enjoy!!! |
Nice work guys. beautiful boat and great positive story .
Miss Geico |
What an awe inspiring thread. I've followed it from the beginning and congratulate you guys on a fantastic ressurection. I hope "Still Crazy" brings you years of family fun and happiness.
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Great job on restoring the boat. I would like to see some more pictures of the rear standup bolster that you put in her. I am restoring an old race boat & love to build a standup like what you did in the rear. Thanks for any help you can give.
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Originally Posted by captaincraiger
(Post 3470960)
Great job on restoring the boat. I would like to see some more pictures of the rear standup bolster that you put in her. I am restoring an old race boat & love to build a standup like what you did in the rear. Thanks for any help you can give.
Craig http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5317/...e65df03dea.jpg IMG_9003 by JordanPoppa, on Flickr I'll be working on the boat tomorrow and will take some better ones for you. |
I have a few pictures i'll try to post!
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