by Deb Whitehorse | Aug 3, 2024 | 2025, Home Page
Obituary
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mike Madge KC5449, a DN sailor from Thunder Bay, Ontario. Mike was a tireless promoter of the DN class in Canada, and his death leaves a significant void in the Thunder Bay ice sailing community.
His enthusiasm helped introduce many to ice sailing in Thunder Bay. Beyond his local efforts, Mike was also known for his excellent YouTube interviews, where he engaged with the rock stars of DN sailing. He asked insightful questions, providing a platform for these sailors to share their experiences and knowledge, which enriched the ice sailing community worldwide.
Mike’s contributions to the DN class and spirit will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Mike’s family during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Mike Madge.
YouTube Videos
Oskar Svensson – the 18 year old future of Ice Yachting
Ron Sherry – Back up to Full Speed in the DN Ice Yacht
3x DN World Champion Matt Struble: Get your DN Ice Yacht up to race pace
by Deb Whitehorse | Apr 3, 2021 | 2021, Home Page
Lyle Portelance sailing on Thunder Bay in Ontario, Canada on April 2, 2021. Via Mike Madge.
It’s early April, and the DN ice sailing season is still going in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Mike Madge and friends are usually the first on the ice in November, making for a six-month run of ice sailing. Mike’s an experienced DN sailor who’s been on a mission to introduce the sport to the Thunder Bay area.
by Deb Whitehorse | Nov 20, 2020 | 2021, Home Page
Photo: Dideric van Riemsdijk
Facebook was on fire yesterday with photos of local DN sailing coming out of Sweden and Canada. Dideric van Riemsdijk S867 and Richard Gustring S713 made a road trip north to Sautusjärvi, about a 3 hour drive above the Arctic Circle near the famous Ice Hotel. In North America, Mike Madge KC5449 found a perfect sheet of ice on Whitefish Lake, an hour west of Thunder Bay. The Thunder Bay area has experienced some long ice sailing seasons lately. Last season, Mike sailed his DN from November 7 until mid April.
Mike Madge on Whitefish Lake.
by Deb Whitehorse | Mar 27, 2020 | 2019, Home Page
Ontario Sailor Magazine
Those of you in Canada will want to check out the latest issue of Ontario Sailor which has an article focusing on DN sailing and Mike Madge KC5449. I think I see Peter Van Rossem KC2766 in the article as well.
by Deb Whitehorse | Nov 9, 2019 | 2019, Home Page
https://youtu.be/yl8rSIukIa8
DNer Mike Madge sailed on some epic new ice near Thunder Bay, Ontario yesterday and brought his Go Pro along for the ride. The season has begun.
https://youtu.be/VUWgdQA6dAw
