by Kaluskap » Wed May 07, 2008 3:23 pm
All:
That was as close to big-boat sailing as it gets in this "hobby." As Rick noted--a blast! Bows leaping out of the waves upwind, surfing at near-hull-spead on the run, overstanding the layline at the windward mark by a couple lengths to time the current...good stuff.
Talked to Chuck earlier today and will re-iterate what I told him, that it was heartening to see a MINIMAL amount of raised voices and salty conduct in those tough conditions. Good work all.
Thanks to the RD and RC for running a great event in challenging conditions. Specifically, thanks to Jake for ensuring enough races run to provide three throw-outs! (thereby hiding 2 DNFs and 1 DNS for myself as 'ole #633 had its share of Nor'easter issues, including a blown main winch, water in the receiver, one fried battery, a shot antenna, snapped spreader...need I go on...)
See you all in Stowe.
BW
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