Gees! Mate, I would offer to send my wife over to provide a little breeze but even NASA turned her down as they weren't ready for a Shot at Jupiter yet.[}:)]
Ron
I was looking around the web for some wheel information and something just passed through my head[}:)] Yes TP1 it could have been a bullet
The thought happened to be about Brakes on Land Yachts; Thinking about the Power source of our sport and it dynamic I would think brakes would be a dangerous addition in certain circumstances ie. We are traveling fairly quickly and are hit by a goodly Gust which lifts our upwind wheel. If we hit the brakes under this scenario would it not offer further resistance to the forward motion of the LY increasing wind pressure on the sail in turn lifting the wheel higher leading to a crash. Add to this a turn adding Centrifugal Force to an already bad situation = Crash ?? We are better without a brake unless coming to a halt among a other yachts and parking. I personally find that if one swings around and brings the machine in upwind that I can quietly come in behind my Ute, use a foot to quietly stop and step out of the Razor without incident. So what need a Brake. Parked nose upwind and tether the front wheel to the Tow Bar and go take a "Jimmy Riddle"
Ron
With a Gut the size of yours you will Fire yourself Clear the length of Lake Lefroy and into the Scrub.. That is if you don't finish up like the Hindenburg[}:)]
Some time back somewhere in these threads I mentioned doing stents in my heart plumbing and there are now recent developments I feel that I can update you guys on.
It seems I do have a heart and I have pictures to prove it
All be it very small.
The other main development is that Jenni' and I have only just returned from the Hobart Royal Hospital and it seems that I will be on the table on Wednesday for a Triple Bypass so the Land Yachting is going on hold for a couple of days. Talk about Fight or Flight mode... For a guy that pokes Crap at anything and everything I am right on the verge of Heading for the Scrub, my nerves are all over the Shop at this point in the proceedings. The silly thing about it is there is only a 1.5 to 2% chance of not making it off the table, Cripes ! That is better than Life Odds let alone the reduction in the odds with some of the other crap I do. None the Less I am as nervous as a Cat in a Cage full of German Sheppard's.
Ron
PS; Actualy there is better than 100% chance of me making it off the Table only 1.5 to 2% of not making it alive
Glad you clarified that last point Ron, was ready to jump on that (if not me then I reckon TP1 after your last post about him ).
I'm heading off to do some hunting and sailing in NSW so before I go I'd like to wish you luck. No need to worry, it doesn't do you any good as its out of your hands. Catch you when I get back 
Ta Lachy, You want to be on the sharp end of it. it is a bit looking down the Barrels of a Double Barrel 10gauge, you expect to see a train coming out at any tick of the clock. But Like you say it is out of my hands now.
Ron
All the very best big fella!!!!
This will give you a chance to do some design work on a new yacht, while you are recovering from your plumbing upgrade.
Cheers from the west, Chook
By the looks of the photo you are wearing your heart on your sleeve??
You have got more work to do here so we will see you late next week.
Thanks Lads,
Now I'm not being ungrateful but the Dessertyank has the idea of a get well wish Actually I was hoping to start a new Good Luck wish for these threads when I mentioned in one the Wish "Crash and Burn" but "Break a Leg" is good as well.
[}:)][}:)] I have been told that I will not be able to lift more than 1 to 2kg for the next few weeks so I guess I am going to need assistance with taking a "Jimmy Riddle" (Ask about someone will tell what that means) Any Volunteers
Ron
PS Next week?? Yeah! Probably.
Thanks Brian,
Admission tomorrow and the Stomach Nerves are starting to "Break Bad". Do you know how hard it is to go willingly to the Butcher Shop?? All instincts are saying "Run you mad B@st@rd Run!"
Ron
You'll be fine.... though if it's anything like a Brit hospital, take your own food or that percentage will mean nothing!
Cheers Col
P.S Think they'll have a bit of pipe and a bag for the 'jimmy riddle'.
I have been told that I will not be able to lift more than 1 to 2kg for the next few weeks so I guess I am going to need assistance with taking a "Jimmy Riddle" (Ask about someone will tell what that means) Any Volunteers
My My Brian! Ever the comedienne [}:)] G'donya Mate.
Have you ever heard such a thing?? The old pump can't be too bad, I've just had 3 hrs fun on the Strip, today being a Public Hol'. Tomorrow 14.00hrs will see me locked away for the duration.
I'll give yuz a Hoy! when I'm back in town again.
Ron
G'donya Mate.
all the best. seeing you won't need it for a small duration, giz a shot of your c5.
my postal address is 123 acountrymilea way. i promise i won't break it.
Gees! Thanks Fellas, your Simpatico gets me Right Here. Remind me to Vote for you some time Ly. Cisco you are just as bad... Lz, Well what can I say. I will leave Occum's Razor to you in my Will..[}:)] Cos by the time I've finished with it you can spend the $$$ taking it to the Tip Cos Dang!Is it ever gonna be wore out.
Transport is about to arrive and thanks for helping keep my Mind off of it..
Ron
If it's not too late, take the go-pro with ya
Cuz without pics/vids; IT DIDN'T HAPPEN!!!. Maybe they can add it to your insides, so we can see the new bits in action.....
Cheers Ron, break a leg
I know it's too late to read this before the event, but here's wishing it all goes well mate. Get well soon
Well,
That weren't no Sunday Drive Bloody Tasmanian Gov't can't be trusted, the Shiites waited until I was asleep and fitted me up with enough Railway Track to travel from here to Launceston
Yup! They tried to Cut me Bloomin' Throat but Thank the Lord it's tough.
Hospital Staff leave a lot to be desired these days" This is a wonderful place to work if it weren't for the Clients" Sure there are a few nice nurses but Gawdstrewth! There are some real Slackers in the System.
Anyway, I tire real easy at the moment so will talk at yus later,
Ron
****.... I wouldn't pay them Ron!!!! They got lost, trying to find your heart, by the looks of that lot.
Speedy recovery "Tin Man".
Good to see you are still around Nik old boy!
we were starting to get worried about you- it was a bit too quiet around here!
take it easy and let the missus spoil you for a while.
before you know it you will be rolling along again.
Stephen.
Ey up mate. That all looks like it's healing nicely. Does this mean you'll be in the Tas team for the 2012 Olympics now you're all fixed up again?
Cheers Col
Just spottted this- Glad to hear all went well - take it easy and make a great recovery .
Good to hear your back home and behind the keyboard. Won't be too long before your out playing again. Good to have you back!
