I've got a .vob file.

As Brian explained it to me, these are radio frequency cameras. He'll give them to teams on the water and receive their short-range video on shore, putting it straight onto the event web site. I think he said the tiny cameras will be in ball caps, to be worn by volunteers. Chum up to the guy now, folks, 'cause I think what he's developing has such a wide application that it is only a matter of time before he's "discovered," and we'll all be shirt-tail cousins at best when he's in Hollywood...

John pretty much explained it. With the onboard cams we have to retrieve the tape from the recorder and then capture it, and the post to the web. The idea with the RF cams is that we will be able to capture directly to our computer setups during the race. No promises at this point, but in theory we could have video of each race up on the www.F18NAOnline.com website before the race is even complete!

To anyone who didn't get to see it. I recorded it on my laptop and I can burn a dvd for you. Unfortunatley I also got the last 5 minutes of a Ronco infomercial at the beginning and a little of the program after it so I wouldn't miss anything. I'm not sure if I can edit that stuff out but???????????? If you want one let me know you address and I'll send some out( I can do a couple but I'm not prepared to do mass quantities plus that might be a copyright infringement)

Might be!?! It is a copyright infringement!! By making a single copy you are breaking the law.

There will be copies available for sale soon. FYI, if you sell copies, or distribute them for free, makes no difference what so ever. It is stealing, plain and simple. I dont want to get in an ethics argument here, but keep in mind that when you do this you are stealing from the people that are trying to make this happen for all catsailing.

Getting video done and on TV and the Net is expensive. Catsailing is an incredible small market. If you want to see more, support it, dont rip it off.

just for the record, I recorded it on a PVR for my own personal use (and to show to friends when they come over). Since I will (apparently) be receiving a DVD in the mail, I don't see the issue with "getting my copy in advance" if you will.

I wont be distributing it or making copies of it.

Well I obviously didn't think that throught to well. Sorry I'm [color:"red"]Offically withdrawing my offer[/color] . I just wanted people to see it. Brian I consider you a good friend and wouldn't want to do anything to jepordize that, what you are doing for this sport is great and you have obviously put in tons of time and effort. Please understand that I had the best of intentions, and was not trying to rip-off your work or anybody elses. I am so excited to see cat sailing in the main stream I want everyone to see it. So Brians right I'm sure there will be a way for everyone that missed it to purchase it or wait for it to be re-aired.

No worries, my post problably came across sounding much worse than I intended. Sorry for the harsh overtone. Its funny when you start working and dealing with people that do audio/video/film for a living, duplication gets taken pretty serious. Even more so when its paying the bills. I guess Im picking up some of that.

I need to get out sailing more.

Is it illegal to record it on a VCR or on TIVO for your own use?

Mary,

I dont think so (I dont think its illegal). Sony Corp. of America v. Universal City Studios, Inc. 464 U.S. 417 , also known as the "Betamax case", was a decision by the Supreme Court of the United States which ruled that the making of individual copies of complete television shows for personal use does not constitute copyright infringement, but is fair use. The Court also ruled that the manufacturers of home video recording devices, such as Betamax or VCRs, cannot be liable for infringement.

From what I read however, a lot of networks are pissed about Tivos, DVR's, etc because they allow users to skip the commercials. There are some new services that will allow you to record shows digitally, then send them to your friends! I think there is going to be another huge legal battle like the Napster one, except for TV and video.

So...can we know more about where the copies will be for sale, and when? Thanks....

Hi,
Thanks so much, we're glad everyone liked the show! We had a blast meeting everyone and we are starting to put things together for next year. We will be sending one copy to each team, if you want additional copies they can be purchased for $10.00 each. It is copyrighted.
Also they will be for sale in a couple weeks on our website: www.newwestproductions and on adventureonline.tv.
Thanks, please e-mail any questions or orders to: mharris969@aol.com
Look forword to hearing from you,
Michelle