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formerly RGG

Cliff, looks like you may have a new world record there. Several people have indicated they would like to see you postpone the picking of this giant until it has grown all that it will. Others know you have to report back to military duty and would be unable to do so. If you want the $1,000.00 from the GWG (I hope you are a member)and a more certain world record then you have a proxy represent you and your melon to a later contest. The rule is you have to personally be there unless you have a good excuse. Well,in my opinion military duty is the best excuse of all. There would be absolutely no problem with a proxy there to represent you.If you have doubts then call and check. I know you would be a little disappointed not being there in person. But you could gain a world record, a lot more cash and all the glory that comes with being the best there is.Think about it.

8/17/2011 12:33:40 PM

formerly RGG

Excuse me for not prof reading my first post on this thread. A few of the words are a little jumbled.Just think Cliff, if you are the first person to break 300 pounds, that will be historical. I think you owe it to yourself and other growers to wait until the perfect time to pick this melon.We don't want Chris to become complacent do we?

8/17/2011 1:01:09 PM

Alabama

Tennessee Dreamer, after reading your post I came up with a plan albeit a bad one. I have a portable, flat industrial scale, that I planned on sliding under the melon after lifting the flower end a couple of iches and placing a towel wrapped 2X4 underneath. When I went to lift, nothing not even an inch, I could not budge it, and i'm a pretty big boy.

Plan B; Friday afternoon I have my dad and my son coming to help me pick it. Somehow we will get the scale underneath before picking it. If its within striking distance I will delay and take it to Washington County, AR. It will be 69 days old Friday so there is not much time left.

8/17/2011 1:39:15 PM

Ut

Deal. Thanks 1SG.

8/17/2011 2:03:38 PM

sevierville, Tn

Dennis, I'm not complacent, I have worked twice as hard this year as last year !! I just have alot less to show for it :(

Good luck Cliff, what ever the results !

8/17/2011 2:47:04 PM

Muddy Waters

TD! You always Know what to say!!LOL 69 days let her grow!Have your dad take it to a GPC Site!If mine are still trucking oct 1st,I will postpone till OCT.8th.My vote is Military is a valid reason not to be present!I cant speak for Chris & Marvin & Bill!

8/17/2011 3:41:54 PM

Garner, NC

My only worries are the blue foam board they are growing on. Maybe you have done it that way for years with no problem, but all mine had soft, leaky spots last year growing on the same insulation.

8/17/2011 3:59:26 PM

Trinity River Bottom

Same here Todd about 50 days it was over..

8/17/2011 4:09:38 PM

Alabama

Ice Man, I have poked several dozen holes through them, so hopefully it will not an issue

8/17/2011 4:23:53 PM

formerly RGG

Sorry Chris, I didn't mean to offend you.I know you aren't complacent. I suppose you could become so if you continue to dominate the sport for several more years. Just stirrin' the puddin' a little. :-)

To be serious, I think the world record belongs here in Tennessee.Also,I think we have to look out for those pesky Michigan growers. They are a little too quiet if you know what I mean. That is of course except for Mark.And Mark sounds like he's growing some serious competitors this year. :-)

8/17/2011 6:06:14 PM

Muddy Waters

PESKY!!!HEY TD!!LOL!!!!!!!!!!!! Is Cliffs last name Knight???

8/17/2011 7:04:27 PM

Alabama

Yep

8/17/2011 7:50:00 PM

Linden, Mi.,

Alabama, If you are going in to the military ? GOD bless you and thank you !!!

As for the watermelon, go with your heart, wish you all the best

8/17/2011 8:41:09 PM

Alabama

I think it's time for the world record to come to Alabama:)

8/17/2011 8:46:57 PM

Alabama

tallcorn, I have been in the Army since 1986, I retire Aug. 2012 and will be able to put 100% effort into breaking 300lbs.
Pumpkin bell, I hope so.

8/17/2011 8:52:45 PM

Muddy Waters

Just remember Folks there may be a couple new WRs this year!!I hope your Melon is a new WR Cliff 1 pd smaller than mine!!LOL Good Luck!!

8/17/2011 9:15:32 PM

formerly RGG

That's right pumpkin bell, just as every good grower (especially the ones in Michigan I think) would like their own state to hold the title.Don't get mad now Mark; that is intended as a compliment. It's just natural, and some growers will go to extremes to be the best at what they are doing. That includes myself I think.Problem is, their can be only one who really is "the best". Chris is determined to stay at the top of the sport and other growers are determined to top him. Someday someone will. That's just the way of things in the world. :-)

8/17/2011 9:23:08 PM

formerly RGG

Hey Mark, how are those giant melons of yours coming along? You've made no melon dairy posts in 2 weeks. You too busy laughing at my failures to update ?

8/17/2011 9:26:41 PM

Muddy Waters

There growing so fast I cant keep the tape in Place!!

8/17/2011 9:56:27 PM

formerly RGG

LMAO, again Mark.

8/17/2011 10:13:58 PM

Muddy Waters

I will Update on day 50 this friday nite I think!for 255!then will hibernate till weigh -off

8/17/2011 10:27:36 PM

formerly RGG

I'm impressed Mark. Maybe you'll be the one to take some money out of Superman's pocket. lol

8/17/2011 10:48:41 PM

Muddy Waters

No its everybodys pocket that put in the Club TD!In fact I gave as much or more than most buying the 157!Im getting a refund IF all goes well! 5-6 weeks is a long time!also bought some 168s

8/18/2011 6:21:56 AM

formerly RGG

Amen brotherman Mark.

8/18/2011 7:48:14 AM