This will be the biggest A Class NAs ever and I'm fortunate enough to have it right in my backyard.
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This will be a super event, and I hope they get in all the races. My cheers are for Bob Hodges, Bailey White, Ben Moon, Mike Krantz, or Randy, if he shows... known and respected Bob and Mike for years and met Ben and Bailey at StABYC last year.
Go GORDO! fur surr!
This came out on Sailing Anarchy this morning after a 'lay' day yesterday. If you have not seen this: http://sailinganarchy.com/ check out why the Class has reached a crossroads.
Our kids and grandkids will reap the rewards.
So... when you allow a gun into a knife fight... What happens??
Indeed your kids and grand kids reap the benefits because you are dead..
Clean reports that Mahoney is 2 to 4 knots faster and a lot deeper then a C foiled training partner...
As the class president, Landy said... No sense showing up at a championship without a flying boat...
The class needs to manage the competition.... that means two classes... a new ISAF flying class and the existing non flying A class... or two divisions using the existing ISAF class.
So... when you allow a gun into a knife fight... What happens??
Indeed your kids and grand kids reap the benefits because you are dead..
I have not learned much about doin' those quotes in a box or uploading photos, videos, and such in this forum...but I do know when someone tends to lean toward an over-dramatic writing voice. Of course, taken out of context some might see that last statement as a threat.
I hope to get a bit of helm time in on my F 16 this weekend, and run safety patrol for our annual Sea Buoy Race, first held in 1974, by the Northwest Florida Multihull Association. The race is currently sponsored by Pensacola Beach Yacht Club.
I looked at my fingers to see if they were typing, and I guess they still are.
Here's to typing a little today, and getting some boat time in tomorrow.
Try and avoid using such wit, as it may touch a soft spot. The gun/knife comparison does not even work as proven by the inventive and high quality workmanship of the sailors in this event, which is an honor to the Class and to sailing. They are inspiring.
After four races the podium begins its dance. The depth is real, and I hope Jeremy hangs in there; His quest is most inspiring. Good ole dads...Happy Fathers' Day to all sailors who have raised sailors, and I share blessings with anyone that has made a difference in seamanship for a younger sailor.
Peter Johnstone, from GunBoat is in tenth place.
1. USA 322 AUS 11 DNA Ben Moon 4 2 1 1 8.0
2. USA 311 USA 311 A Cat Bruce Mahoney 1 3 2 2 8.0
3. USA 230 Bas Clas DNA Bob Hodges 3 9 4 4 20.0
4. USA 320 el Presidente DNA A Class Bailey White 12 4 5 7 28.0
5. USA 465 USA 465 A Cat Bob Webbon 6 12 9 6 33.0
6. USA 192 DNA Ken Marshack 8 8 6 12 34.0
7. USA 135 n/a A Cat Tracy Oliver 7 11 7 11 36.0
8. USA 193 Victoria's Secret DNA Christopher Brown 10 14 13 8 45.0
9. USA 231 New Boat The O Rush Bird (M) 9 7 12 18 46.0
Where are Lars Guck and Matt Struble? I would think those gentlemen might have joined this showdown.
It was a great regatta, with a mix of winds and some remarkable sailing. Results, photos, and videos can be found at https:/
Props to whomever got the Victoria's Secret sponsorship!
Catandahalf, thanks for the the great updates here and thoughtful responses. It was a great event indeed.
Bruce was not 2 to 4 knots faster and deeper than everyone else with the gear he was running. The racing came down to 1 point between a J board boat and a C board boat. And I believe it was tied earlier with the breaker on count back . As close as you can get!
While we had some terrific sponsors, we did not get Victoria's Secret, at least not yet. The name is just a play on Chris' girlfriend's name, Victoria. Gives us something to shoot for in 2015. We are hoping to have the Championship at St Andrews Bay next year.
Bailey