Tuesday, October 18, 2011

ATLANTIC COAST CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Noroton hosted the Sonar ACC's on October 1-2. We had 23 boats participating on a variety of conditions.

Saturday saw gusty winds out of the north. The breeze varied between 8 and 18 knots making for quite a challenge. PRO Chris Zaleski and his RC did a tremendous job getting in four races. Unfortunately, at the end of the day, the first race was thrown out leaving three races and a lot of smiles at the dock after racing (except for Scott Harrison who won the first race :-)).

Sunday was really interesting. The first race started in about 10 kts but the wind slowly died out. 19 boats managed to finish before the time limit expired. Then we drifted around for over an hour waiting for the breeze to return. When it did, it did! The wind went back to the mid teens and allowed Chris to get two more races in before calling it a day.

With six races completed, allowing for one throw-out the winner of the 2011 ACCs was Peter Galloway with 14 points. Second went to Rick Dominique from fleet 22 who finished with 15 points. Third was Scott Harrison with 20.

Full results can be seen at the Noroton YC website. When there go to Regatta Info and Results.

Here are some photos of the regatta:





SEASON RECAP:

2011 was a high mileage, successful year for members of Sonar Fleet 1. In August, Steve Shepstone won the World Championships over in Rhu Scotland. Then in September, Peter Galloway won the North American's sailing on Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota.

Here is an excellent report from Steve on the Worlds

The 2011 North American Championships, hosted by Fleet 5 and the Wayzata Yacht Club took place on Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota, from September 23-25. 27 boats competed, including three from Canada. A total of five races were completed. After four races, Peter Galloway from Noroton YC and Skip Shumway from Fleet 9 and Shumway Marine, were battling for first, with Skip only two points behind Peter. Unfortunately for Skip, time ran out...he had to leave and miss the last race. It would not have mattered though because Peter Galloway took his fourth gun in five races and sealed the victory.


Full results are here: Wayzata Yacht Club 


Another champion from Noroton was Rick Doerr who won the US Disabled Sailing Championship held at Larchmont YC on September 22-25.

Rick was quoted in US Sailing...“It was a challenge all weekend,” said Doerr. “The breeze was up and down, and there was a ton of current. I think we did a good job keeping the competition in our sights. We wanted to make a statement that to go through the Trials you have to go through us.”

If only Rick had a little confidence to go with his great skills!

FLEET 1 SEASON SUMMARY:

In 2011 we saw a variety of conditions...what else is new...during the season. In the end, we held a total of 36 races over 16 days.

In our usual competitive fashion, a total of 10 different boats took the gun at some point during the season. Cathy Hoyt join the fleet and came out with guns blazing finishing her inaugural season in 7th place overall. Team Vespa also had a breakout year, placing third in the Rear Commodore's race and tied for third with Norton/Schultz for the Commodore's Cup.

Here are the top results:

Season 1 went to Galloway, Linville, Steinborn:

Paul Steinborn and Jim Linville accepting their season 1 award.
Season 2 went to Lee Morrison:

How cool is Lee?
Lee also won the Overall season trophy, followed by Galloway/Linville/Steinborn in second and Scott Harrison in third...Congratulations everyone!

The Commodore's Cup goes to the boat with the best overall results for the three flag officer's races. This year's winner was Bruce Kirby...

Bruce Kirby receives the Commodore's Cup
Full season results can be found Here: http://www.fleet1.org/

A FEW REMINDERS OF THIS PAST SUMMER:














Remember this?

NOW IT'S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE:

I don't know why but now that the season is officially over, I'm reminded of this...


Have a great holiday season and stay warm this winter.





Tuesday, September 20, 2011

KIRBY CUP:

Noroton YC hosted the 2011 Kirby Cup team race this past weekend. Five teams participated, Eastern YC, New York YC, Noroton YC, Texas Corinthian YC and Vineyard Haven.

We could not have asked for better weather. Saturday saw sunny skies with wind out of the east beginning at 10 knots then dropping off the charts but not before we completed two round robins. Sunday was even better with the easterly building to 11-18.

Racing was very competitive with very even teams. After day one, NYYC, Eastern, and Texas were within 2 points of each other followed closely by Noroton and Vineyard Haven.

On Sunday, after another two round robins, NYYC finally got a little breathing room and won the regatta by a comfortable 3 points. Second was Eastern followed by Texas only 3/4 point behind. Fourth went to Noroton and fifth was Vineyard Haven.

Wes Whitmyer and his entire RC did a fantastic job keeping us on the race course while Peter Wilson and the umpires kept us honest while we were out there (well, for the most part).

All the volunteers who helped out for this event are the reason we received comments like:


Thank you for running a terrific regatta. Noroton is made of some very good sailors with terrific hospitality. We appreciate all the work you and all of your volunteers put into making the event so enjoyable. The boat owners deserve a huge thank you as well. Please extend our appreciation.  You even conjured up some of the best of Long Island Sound Sailing for Sunday! That was awesome!  We will look forward to seeing you and the Noroton team again.


Winners of the 2011 Kirby Cup - NYYC!


Okay, for those who can stand my shaking hand, a short video of Kirby Cup action. Check out the trap White puts on Blue at the windward mark, converting a 1, 3 into a 1, 2...



FLEET RACING:

No racing last weekend. Our last fleet race before the Atlantic Coast Championships is this Sunday, September 25.

NORTH AMERICANS:

The North American Championships are being held this Friday-Sunday, hosted by the Wayzata YC in Minnesota. Team Fast Forward will be there representing Noroton. Wish them luck.

ATLANTIC COAST CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Noroton is hosting the ACC's Sat-Sun, October 1-2. If you plan to race, get your registration in before this Sunday to avoid a late charge.

I am looking for a big turn-out from Fleet 1.

Registration is $225 and includes four long sleeve tee's, chili on Friday evening for those who want to avoid the rush and launch. Continental breakfast Saturday and Sunday, snacks after racing and dinner Saturday night prepared by our own Kitty Brown.

ONE LAST HURRICANE SHOT:

Margo Kirby submitted this picture of hurricane preparation. It's good to know our priorities are in order...


CLOSING CEREMONY:

The Flag Officers and Board of Directors of Noroton YC invite you to attend the Closing Ceremony for the 2011 season. The ceremony will be held on the patio on Sunday October 16 at 1600 hours followed by awarding of our season awards.

Beer and wine will be provided.

Please RSVP on the club website: http://norotonyc.org/


IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/

Monday, September 12, 2011

FLEET RACING:

Labor Day Series:

Unlike our July 4 series, we were able to actually race Labor Day weekend. Our two PRO's, Howard Seymour (Sunday) and Steve Shepstone (Monday), ran a combined five races in a good mix of light and medium breeze.

Lee Morrison won the series with a dominating 7 points. His crew included Jim Gleason and Susan both days, Josh Gleason (Sunday) and Doug Bora (Monday). Pictured are Susan, Lee and Doug.



Second went to Ed Sweeney who ended with 16 points...

Second? Maybe I'll just do RC next week!

Third was Peter Galloway and Jim Linville with 20.


Sunday September 11...

What a beautiful day. One of the best for racing so far. With a nice easterly at around 11-13 kts, Ed Sweeney, our PRO ran two W2's and a D1. As a last minute replacement, Ed did a great job keeping us on the race course with very little down time between races.

Racing was really close this time (Lee couldn't make it...See Labor Day results). At the end of the day, our winner was a tweaked Team 500 with (l to R) Randy Tankoos, Grant Tankoos, Gillian Jayson and Commodore Jayson. 

How come they only win when Gillian is on board?


Right there, coming in second by losing a tie-breaker to Team 500, was Peter Galloway (both finished with 7 points). Third was Scott Harrison with 8 points and fourth was a throw back Team 360 skippered by Craig Sinclair, with 9.

Did I mention it was close?

SONAR WORLDS:

The Sonar World Championships took place on August 24-27, hosted by the Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club in Rhu, Scotland. Conditions were very challenging with 180ยบ shifts in several races.

I'm happy to report Noroton's own Steve Shepstone brought the trophy home and is now the Sonar world champion!

Another Noroton boat performed extremely well. Bruce Kirby and crew finished fifth in the European Championships. Unfortunately, Bruce wasn't able to race in the Worlds, he broke his arm in a fall, but his crew raced with replacement skipper Scott Mcleod and finished third!

Great job guys.

Full results can be found here: http://www.uksonar.info/textdoc.aspx?pg=33&m=8

KIRBY CUP:

There will be no fleet racing this coming weekend, Sep. 17-18 because Noroton will be hosting the Kirby Cup team race over these two days.

The six teams competing this year are: Noroton, Eastern, New York, Seawanhaka Corinthian, Vineyard Haven and Texas Corinthian.

All clubs are very competitive so it should be an exciting weekend of racing.

IRENE:

Dave Sinclair took a couple of pictures in the aftermath if Irene wich I thought I would share with you. We wouldn't want to forget what a great job Jeff and his guys did cleaning up...




ATLANTIC COAST CHAMPIONSHIPS:

Noroton is hosting the 2011 Atlantic Coast Championships on October 1-2. We all know how sailing can be on Long Island Sound this time of year so we are looking forward to two terrific days of racing to end the season.

Online registration is now available by going into the Member's Only section of the Sonar class website: http://www.sonar.org/. Included in the registration fee is a chili dinner for those who launch on Friday evening. Continental breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, snacks and beer after racing and a great dinner prepared by Kitty Brown Saturday night.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

As mentioned, there is no fleet racing this coming weekend. Our last fleet race will be held on Sunday, September 25th.
October 1-2, Sonar Atlantic Coast Championships.
Sunday October 16, Noroton YC closing ceremony and awards night. Time TBD.


IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

SONAR FLEET 1
NOROTON YACHT CLUB





FLEET RACING:

There was lots going on last weekend...Hinman Masters, European Championships (yes, we had two boats participating), vacations, questionable forecast. Despite all this, eight boats made it to the line for our Sunday fleet race. Those who went out were greeted with the best racing day we've had this year.

Some think it was because Peter Galloway, our PRO, wouldn't have it any other way. Others know it.

With breeze in the 13 -16 range (a few puffs up to 19) out of 200ยบ, Peter was able to run two W2s and a W1.

Since I now have the video bug in me, here's one for Sunday. It's a little shaky at times...one reason no one calls me "doctor."...but I hope you like it anyway:



After the three races, our winner for the day was Rick Doerr who took two guns and a 4. Rick's team included (l to r) Christi Hart, Nick Connery and KC Hart.


Full results can be found here: http://www.fleet1.org/

JUST FOR FUN:

I saw this on YouTube. It's just some guy doing Billy Powell's piano solo on They Call Me the Breeze, (which is the background in the above video). I thought it was good enough to share. Watch if your interested.




TEAM RACING:

Noroton participated in the Hinman Masters last weekend. Here is a report from Lee Morrison...

Your Noroton team started slow and after the 1st round robin ended up with 6 wins, out of 11 races, but in a 3 way tie for the last slot in the gold fleet.  In the first tie breaker, Noroton beat American and American beat Annapolis – stilled tied.  For the second tie breaker, add up individual race finish points.  American beats us by 1 point.  In the silver fleet Noroton finishes 9-1 to give your team a solid silver fleet win.

Most of our losses in the 1st round were very competitive races where Noroton lost by narrow margins.  In our second race we had a very disappointing loss to Annapolis after being in positions 1-2 at the last mark.  In our race against Texas we acknowledged a foul on the 1st leg that gave them a 1-2 at the weather mark - which they were able to hold onto.  Eventual event winner, St. Francis YC, and our race against Southern were close but we didn’t prevail.  Most disheartening, was a loss to Eastern.  We went out to sail again after an almost 4 hour break to face Eastern.  The current was ebbing pretty heavily making it difficult to stay below the starting line. We didn’t sufficiently anticipate this effect and all three Noroton boats wound up too far down the line leaving the committee boat end open.  Two Eastern boats got away cleanly at the committee boat and never looked back.  To summarize, in most races we did not win the start which hurt us – especially against the better teams that wound up in the gold fleet.  Positively, we were able to team race our way into wins after trailing at the 1st mark.  Most notably, this was how we beat gold fleet teams NYYC and American. 

It was a great event with beautiful weather.  Every day featured clear sunny skies and 10-15 knot winds coming straight down the channel between Jamestown and Newport.  NYYC did a fantastic job with the logistics, the RC was outstanding, and I believe the vast majority of competitors felt that umpire calls were fair and accurate. 

Lee

SONAR EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS:

As mentioned, two Noroton members participated in the Sonar European Championships, a "pre-worlds" regatta hosted by The Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club in Scotland. They were Bruce Kirby and Steve Shepstone.

While the regatta was won by Skip Shumway, our guys performed well with Steve taking third and Bruce taking fifth. Second went to Simon Barter from GB and fourth was current world champion Dave Franzel.

Here is a link to the results: http://rncyc.com/sailing/racing/results/

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:


Sat-Sun, August 27-28 - Grand Masters
Sun-Mon, September 4-5 - Labor Day Series
Sat-Sun, September 17-18 - Kirby Cup
Sun, October 16 - Closing Ceremony/awards night. Time TBD

UPCOMING REGATTAS:

Tuesday Aug 23-Saturday Aug 27 - World Championships, Rhu, Scotland
Thursday Sep 22-Sunday Sep 25 - North Americans, Wayzata, MN
Saturday Oct 1-Sunday Oct 2 - ACC's, Noroton YC (NOR available on Sonar.org)

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/

Monday, August 8, 2011

SONAR FLEET 1
NOROTON YACHT CLUB





FLEET RACING:

Rear Commodore's Race, August 7, 2011

I don't know if this will be fun or painful to watch but here is a video from the Rear Commodore's Race...



PRO Lee Morrison had a pretty easy day, excluding the 30ยบ shift the the start of the race and the wind dropping from 7 to 4 kts with plenty of holes to get lost in.

At the end of the D2, the winner was our guest of the fleet Colin Gordon with (l to r) Michael Loeb, TK, and Monique Roeder.

Three adults and an angry sailmaker!

Second went to Team 500. In third place was Vespa showing great speed despite difficult conditions. Congratulations Vespa, now you will have to go to our awards ceremony at the end of the season.

Speaking of which, Randy Tankoos has asked me to pass along the following...

NYC CLOSING CEREMONY

We will have an “official” closing ceremony on the Sunday after Columbus Day weekend (October 16) when we will award season prizes and lower the flag. 

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Fri-Sun, August 19-21 - Hinman Masters
Sat-Sun, August 27-28 - Grand Masters
Sun-Mon, September 4-5 - Labor Day Series
Sat-Sun, September 17-18 - Kirby Cup
Sun, October 16 - Closing Ceremony/awards night. Time TBD

UPCOMING REGATTAS:

Tuesday Aug 23-Saturday Aug 27 - World Championships, Rhu, Scotland
Thursday Sep 22-Sunday Sep 25 - North Americans, Wayzata, MN
Saturday Oct 1-Sunday Oct 2 - ACC's, Noroton YC (NOR available on Sonar.org)

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/







Tuesday, August 2, 2011

SONAR FLEET 1
NOROTON YACHT CLUB





FLEET RACING:

Sunday July 31

We made up for a complete lack of wind and no racing on July 24 with the best turn-out of the season on Sunday. At 12:30, when the RC postponed our harbor start, we had 18 boats patiently waiting on shore for the breeze to pick up. Thankfully it did...at least enough to get two races in.

PRO Jim Bishop and his RC ran two D1's in 4-5 knots out of the SSE with legs about 3/4 mile long.

Light air + short legs = lots of fun at the marks. A good indication of how competitive the racing was, we had boats with scores like 11, 3; 14, 2; 4, 11; 3, 10...you get the picture.

When it was over, Bob Monro won the day with a 2, 4. Bob's team was, for the most part a family affair with (l to r) wife Fran, son Ian and daughter Julia. Also joining them was Susan Morrison.



Coming in second was Ed Sweeney with a 6, 1. Third was Jim Linville with a 1, 7.

Next up, the Rear Commodore's race on Sunday August 7.

GO FAST:

I had a chance to ask Lee Morrison about sail trim when "shooting" the finish line. I thought I'd share his response with you.

To get the boat to turn into the wind the fastest - in order of priority:
1) heel the boat - then let the boat turn without using the rudder
2) trim the mainsail tight - also causing the boat to turn without the rudder and keeps the wind attached a bit further into the wind.
3) slowly trim the jib - letting it go will cause the boat to turn into the wind but then you loose all its power.  Trimming it too quickly could slow the boat because you need to use more rudder to get the boat to turn up.  You might release it at head to wind to make sure that it doesn't back and cause the boat to tack. 

Understanding how much momentum to carry the boat into the wind is important.  Turn too soon and the boat slows too much.  Turning too late doesn't take full advantage of shooting the line - getting further to windward on the line.  If you are overstanding it pays to just finish as close to the mark (or boat) as possible since you don't have the extra distance to shoot to windward.


SONAR WORLDS:

This is kinda last minute but...Opportunity to race at Sonar World Championships in Scotland in brand new Sonar. John Twomey is offering the use of his new Sonar (Hull number 844) at the Sonar Worlds in exchange for the use of a Sonar at the IFDS Nationals in Larchmont between 22-25th September 2011. If anyone is interested please contact John on johnct7@gmail.com

SAIL DONATION:


St. Mary's College  now has some Sonars and are in need of sail donations. The boats are used by the sailing team as well as the big boat team, among others at the college.

If you have any sails, particularly spinnakers, that could be donated to the college, they would be pleased to pick them up and get them appraised and transported to the college at their expense. The St. Mary's College Foundation would provide a receipt for the donation of the sails. The appraisal and foundation receipt would provide the documentation for a tax deduction.  They expect to arrange for the appraisal to be provided by John Savage at Hathaways.

Please contact Fred at Shields25C@aol.com or 914-723-3742 or Adam alwerblow@smcm.edu to arrange any donation and/or answer any questions you or others may have.


UPCOMING SCHEDULE:


Sunday August 7 - Rear Commodore's race will be the first race of the day

Fri-Sun, August 19-21 - Hinman Masters
Sat-Sun, August 27-28 - Grand Masters
Sun-Mon, September 4-5 - Labor Day Series
Sat-Sun, September 17-18 - Kirby Cup

UPCOMING REGATTAS:

Friday Aug 5-Sunday Aug 7 - New England Champs, Vineyard Haven
Tuesday Aug 23-Saturday Aug 27 - World Championships, Rhu, Scotland
Thursday Sep 22-Sunday Sep 25 - North Americans, Wayzata, MN

Saturday Oct 1-Sunday Oct 2 - ACC's, Noroton YC (NOR available on Sonar.org)

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/

Wednesday, July 20, 2011


SONAR FLEET 1
NOROTON YACHT CLUB



FLEET RACING:

Sunday, July 17

A perfect day for racing. Sunny, SW winds 10-12 kts...it just doesn't get any better. There were 11 Sonars out taking advantage of day, and competing in the Vice Commodore's race which was the first of three races that day.

Randy Tankoos sent us on a D2 with legs about a mile long. The race got underway after one general recall, we were all anxious to get going. As in past days, the fleet stayed close together, creating some interesting mark roundings. In the end, Scott Harrison won with Team 360 breathing down his transom the whole race. Scott's team included (l to r) Warren Costikyan, their new rock star tactician Maggie Costikyan, Scott and Adam Westerman.

Word is Maggie is in negotiations for a long term contract. Terms include filling that first place glass with her favorite G2 flavor, Cool Blue.

Taking full advantage of the day, Randy then ran two more races, a D1 and a W1. Scott was able to hold   off some tough competitors to win the day as well.

A special tip of the hat to Team 756, Vespa, who has been showing much improved speed lately, finishing with a 5 in one race.

Complete results can be seen at: http://www.fleet1.org/

IDEAL 18 INTER-CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP:

I know, what does this have to do with Fleet 1? Well, if you are interested, the Captain Harbor Yacht Clubs are hosting the inaugural Ideal 18 inter-club championship on August 28. Their goal is to have 40+ boats on-the-line. Nine clubs have been invited. This could be a lot of fun. Here is the link to registration, the NOR and SI's: http://www.yachtscoring.com/emenu.cfm?eID=510

If you are interested in participating, please contact Clemmie who can coordinate level of interest with our Ideal 18's.

SONAR BARBECUE:

Our first barbecue will be this Sunday, July 24, after racing. Kitty is cooking up chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad and a green salad. Dessert will be cookies and brownies.

The dinner is free for Fleet 1 members (if you are an owner, you get a ticket). Other Sonar sailors, family and guests will be charged $16 for adults, $8 for kids 12 and under.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Saturday July 30 - Caribbean Night with the Blue Flames

Sunday August 7 - Rear Commodore's race will be the first race of the day
Fri-Sun, August 19-21 - Hinman Masters
Sat-Sun, August 27-28 - Grand Masters
Sun-Mon, September 4-5 - Labor Day Series
Sat-Sun, September 17-18 - Kirby Cup

UPCOMING REGATTAS:

Friday July 29-Sunday July 31 - Marblehead NOOD
Friday Aug 5-Sunday Aug 7 - New England Champs, Vineyard Haven
Tuesday Aug 23-Saturday Aug 27 - World Championships, Rhu, Scotland
Thursday Sep 22-Sunday Sep 25 - North Americans, Wayzata, MN

Saturday Oct 1-Sunday Oct 2 - ACC's, Noroton YC (NOR available on Sonar.org)

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

SONAR FLEET 1
NOROTON YACHT CLUB





FLEET RACING:

Sunday July 10:

We were able to complete two races on Sunday. Finally. The first race of the day was the Commodore's race, hosted by Art Collins and Tom Ross. They sent the fleet of 16 competitors off on a D2 in about 6 knots out of the east. Racing was tight with lots of interesting...communication...at each mark rounding. In the end, our newest fleet member, Cathy Hoyt won the race. Cathy was joined by (l to r below) Will Graves, Monique Rohder, Cathy and Roland Singer.


Coming in second was Bob Monro sailing with Peter Wilson, son Ian and Fran Monro.


 Third place was Lee Morrison with Christi Hart, Susan Morrison and Will Andre (not pictured).


Sunday was also the completion of the July 4th Series. Two races counted towards this series. In the end, just look above to see the first three finishers.

The scores are as follows:

Hoyt       1 - 2
Monro     2 - 3
Morrison  3 - 4

Complete results can bee seen at: http://www.fleet1.org/


UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Sunday July 17 - Vice Commodore's race will be the first race of the day
Sunday August 7 - Rear Commodore's race will be the first race of the day

UPCOMING REGATTAS:

Friday July 29-Sunday July 31 - Marblehead NOOD
Friday Aug 5-Sunday Aug 7 - New England Champs, Vineyard Haven
Tuesday Aug 23-Saturday Aug 27 - World Championships, Rhu, Scotland
Thursday Sep 22-Sunday Sep 25 - North Americans, Wayzata, MN

Saturday Oct 1-Sunday Oct 2 - ACC's, Noroton YC (NOR available on Sonar.org)

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

SONAR FLEET 1
NOROTON YACHT CLUB





FLEET RACING:

Sunday July 3-Monday July 4


UGH 

The Commodore's race is rescheduled for the first race on Sunday, July 10.

ALL IS NOT LOST:

Here is the answer to last week's rules question from Peter Wilson:

CLICK ON IMAGE TO ENLARGE

TEAM RACING:

In preparation to defend our Hinman Masters title in August, Noroton is hosting a team from Seawanhaka for a scrimmage on Saturday July 9. This will be a full day of racing with a morning session running from 900-1230, a break for lunch then a return to racing from 1330 ro 1600.

Noroton's teams have been logging a considerable amount of on-the-water practice time so this will be a good test of where we stand. 

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Sunday July 10 - Commodore's race will be the first race of the day
Sunday July 17 - Vice Commodore's race will be the first race of the day
Sunday August 7 - Rear Commodore's race will be the first race of the day

UPCOMING REGATTAS:

Friday July 29-Sunday July 31 - Marblehead NOOD
Friday Aug 5-Sunday Aug 7 - New England Champs, Vineyard Haven
Tuesday Aug 23-Saturday Aug 27 - World Championships, Rhu, Scotland
Thursday Sep 22-Sunday Sep 25 - North Americans, Wayzata, MN
Saturday Oct 1-Sunday Oct 2 - ACC's, Noroton YC

IMPORTANT LINKS:

Fleet 1 results: http://www.fleet1.org/