"Mississippi Mini-Mega" - Reshceduled for June 10-17, 2011

Reshceduled for June 10-17, 2011

Postponed until June 10-17, 2011

For Immediate Release:

The 2010 Mini Mega scheduled for June 4-11th in Ocean Springs Mississippi has been postponed by organizers in the wake of the Oil Spill off the Gulf Coast in MS, LA, AL and FL. This has been done in
the best interest of the sailors, locals and the event itself and feel
that a postponement was the most logical and beneficial plan to follow
given the uncertainty currently going on in the region.

For those that have prepaid, if you would like to carry your entry fee forward to the new date, you will be encouraged to do so. For those
that require a refund of money paid, please contact Chris Wessels at xanderwess@yahoo.com
641-425-8720 to request your refund.

The HCA-NA board has approved the postponement date as June 10-17, with all other aspect of the regatta to remain the same. Updates and
information can be found at http://2010nationals.ning.com

We apologize for this inconvenience and hope you'll make plans to attend the Mini-Mega in '11. Contingency plans for the classes North
American Champs are now being considered with bids being worked on at
this time, more information to follow as it comes in.

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Capt. Suzan Wallace, MFA and Gail Tinker-Stiemsma joined "Mississippi Mini-Mega" Jun 15, 2010

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nice photo, son

Jun 7, 2010

MMM POSTPONED

The 2010 Mississippi Mini-Mega has been postponed due to the threats the Oil Spill in the Gulf Shores region presents. A date in 2011 has been chosen and is currently awaiting approval by the HCA-NA Board of Directors and will be announced shortly. Refunds will be granted to those that want them, please contact xanderwess@yahoo.com to apply for your refund, otherwise, your prepayment will be carried to the event in '11 (preferable) This decision…See More

Discussion posted by Chris Wessels May 6, 2010

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Gulf Oil Spill-VERY IMPORTANT

The Gulf Oil Spill that you have been reading about can potentially have a resounding effect on our regatta in Ocean Springs. We are still in a period of uncertainty and will wait until Wed May 5th to have a definitive decision on the regatta (no change, move date, move regatta, cancel altogether)Please check this thread on the MMM website or http://www.hobiecat.com/community/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=23992 for more…See More

Discussion posted by Chris Wessels Apr 30, 2010

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Gerard Blom and George Kuney joined "Mississippi Mini-Mega" Apr 28, 2010

Bill Whitehurst updated their profile photo Apr 28, 2010

Chris Wessels replied to John Eaton's discussion 'Waive 14 weigh-in's'

Robert, if you need a forestay and bridle wires, let me know as I think I have an extra set (for the 14 ) You'll not want to sail that with the jib anymore after you get used to a unirig, I was the same way but is perfoms better with out the…

Apr 27, 2010

Robert Patt replied to John Eaton's discussion 'Waive 14 weigh-in's'

Gentlemen, Your support is outstanding, and I look forward to meeting each of you. I need all the practice I can get... That said, I've decided to sail the 14, convert it to a uni.. that way at least I can practice with the boat and sails and…

Apr 26, 2010

H14 rules questions

1. I've a solid mast, don't want to cut it... so will ask for the 1 regatta exemption on the comptip rule.2. but what about bob sitting up atop my solid mast... ?3. I've a uni forestay on order... forgot to think that maybe the bridles are different too... (mine's a turbo). Are the bridles different ?The nats are in my backyard, so I'm really just doing this for fun and experience.... will be my 1st "hobie" event, but sailed a few "sail what ya got" events locally...ThanksRob.See More

Discussion posted by Robert Patt Apr 26, 2010

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Bill Whitehurst is now a member of "Mississippi Mini-Mega" Apr 26, 2010

Welcome Them!

hobie 14 masts and 18 parts

I will be coming to MMM and have 3 uncut new 14 mast with comptips for sale. Also have a stripped down 18 mast plus various casings,beams and rudder control parts. Parts were donated by the Boat in FWB to Fleet178 for the 16-20 Nationals. Pm for list of parts. Thanks Michael

Discussion posted by michael T. McNeir Apr 25, 2010

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Forum

MMM POSTPONED

Started by Chris Wessels May 6, 2010.

Gulf Oil Spill-VERY IMPORTANT

Started by Chris Wessels Apr 30, 2010.

Waive 14 weigh-in's 13 Replies

I make a motion to waive the weigh-in's for the Hobie 14s.JohnContinue

Started by John Eaton. Last reply by Chris Wessels Apr 27, 2010.

H14 rules questions

Started by Robert Patt Apr 26, 2010.

hobie 14 masts and 18 parts

Started by michael T. McNeir Apr 25, 2010.

Hobie Sail Raffle 5 Replies

Okay, the sail you see on the left of this page is a REALITY, so we're selling chances to win that sail (Hobie Class Legal with a really expensive custom graphic)You can get these chances from Me…Continue

Started by Chris Wessels. Last reply by Clint Ellis Apr 19, 2010.

Tim Strasser 11years old in November, 80lbs-85lbs Available for CREW

My son Tim is available for crew.He has some experience on the 18 and 16.He can trap out and pull the jib sheet. He has full gear and will be at the event all days. We would like to find a mild…Continue

Started by Marie Tim & Keith Strasser Apr 13, 2010.

Boat Insurance 1 Reply

To most of us, insurance is not the most exciting topic but it’s one of those necessities of life. And let’s face it, many of us who have been sailing and racing Hobie Cats for at least a few years…Continue

Started by Clint Ellis. Last reply by Chris Wessels Mar 15, 2010.

Special discounted room rates for Hobie sailors at the Isle Casino 1 Reply

The Isle Casino located 1 1/2 miles from the Ocean Springs Yacht Club, just accross the Biloxi Bay Bridge is offerring special discounted room rates to Hobie Sailors and their families.The rates for…Continue

Started by Gus Pialet. Last reply by Chris Wessels Mar 12, 2010.

On site RV parking 5 Replies

There were 6 spots total, and I have 2 spots left. $150 for the week and NO hookups whatsoever. You'll be at the mercy of your generator. There is outdoor showers at the YC as well as bathrooms. NO…Continue

Started by Chris Wessels. Last reply by Chris Wessels Mar 3, 2010.

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2010 Hobie Wave/14/17/18 North Americans

"Mississippi Mini-Mega"

After Hurricane Katrina, the Gulf Coast near Biloxi was decimated, including the OSYC and the 90 bridge, running form Ocean Springs to Biloxi. Both have been restored beautifully, and the Yacht Club has recently opened to its sailing and social members.

Hotels are within 1 mile and camping is close as well. We are currently in negotiations with a a hotel within .5 miles and also looking at RV parking and tent camping.

Fleet 70 is a newly reinstated fleet based out of the Ocean Springs Yacht Club, which is primarily a catamaran club and will be the host fleet. Ben Wells and Chris Wessels, of Division 7 will share in organizing duties for this event, working with the membership of the YC in putting on a fantastic week of sailing.

The plan is to race Waves and 14s Friday Sat and Sun. Then 17 and 18s Monday - Friday.
Matt Bounds will be PRO and the rest of the RC will be made up of OSYC volunteers. All regatta meals and social functions will take place at the yacht club. Meals are scheduled for Friday and Sunday nights for the Wave 14s, and Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the 17s and 18s. Juice, fruit and carb foods will be available in the AM all days and lunches can be purchased from the YC for $5/day per person.

This event is designed to be a very relaxing week of sailing in a very relaxed atmosphere. The food is being prepared to reflect local cuisine and specialties.
The wind is expected as an average near 10 kts, with air temps. averaging 77f. As you can see from the pictures, it is a remarkable place for an event like this.

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