The Big Picture: Hot Crews

August 2, 2023

Credit: Sharon Green

Westerly

One of our favorite Canadian photogs, Sharon Green, sent this great shot of the crew of Westerly, Stuart Dahlgren’s Santa Cruz 70 out of Royal Vic YC when they won ORR-B at California Offshore Race Week.

Here’s Sharon’s portrait of the team after their win.

Notorious

Skipper Kevin Brown sent along this handsome shot of Notorious, his Farr 30, at the Chicago YC Belmont just ahead of the start of the Chicago-Mac earlier this month. They finished We were 1st in Class, 6th in the Chicago-Mackinac Trophy fleet and corrected time was 23^rd overall out of 205 racing boats.

Pics & Letters

The Big Picture: Crew

Speed & Smarts

Speed & Smarts: Starting Strategy & Tactics Part 2 (of several)

As a general rule of thumb, if you like the left side of the first beat you should start on the left side of the line. If you like the right side of the course, start on the right of the line. This may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s amazing how many boats do not follow this basic principle.

News & Events

Sailing Shorts: January 17 2024

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Speed & Smarts

Speed & Smarts: Ladder Rungs Part 1

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Pics & Letters

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People & Profiles

On Deck: Intercollegiate Sailing Dylan Scott

Many students are looking to apply for programs at Canadian universities next fall, including young sailors who may want to pursue their passion while studying in the country. “On Deck” interview with Canadian Intercollegiate Sailing Association President Dylan Scott.

National Team Member, Clara Gravely, Donates Sails to Sint Maarten Youth Programs

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Final Opportunity to Qualify Additional Olympic Spots at the Last Chance Regatta

Apr 17, 2024 A total of 10 Canadian sailors will take part in the Last Chance Regatta in Hyères, France, April 21-27, which will be the last opportunity to qualify spots for countries at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. As of today, Canada has qualified in the ILCA 6, 49er, 49erFX and women’s kiteboarding events. In… Read More…