Schock 35 National Regatta
Posted on 26 August 2009
First, some quick information.
Highlights: On Friday, we had decent wind. Our goal was to finish in the middle of the fleet. We were racing against boats that were very experienced and capable. After the first race we were encouraged, having finished 7th and beating Veloce and Voodoo Doll. We were a bit disappointed in the second race because we finished last, even though we were sailing very well. Then came race three. Just at the time we were rounding the weather mark there was a 100 degree wind shift. All of the other boats were caught with spinnakers up while we were still sailing our new #1 genoa. We were able to pass four boats and finish 5th.
Saturday brought less wind and our record was 9-8-9. Disappointing because we were sailing so well. Veloce fouled the weather mark in race two and had to untangle the boat from the mark’s lines. MS had to sail around the whole mess. On Saturday night the association held a dinner and awards program for the crews. Mike Taylor received a really nice perpetual trophy for Rookie of the Year. Each boat honored a crew member as Most Valuable and Taylor gave that one to me! Thanks, Mike.
Mako, with whom we shared an end-tie at the club, was very helpful, sharing information gained from years of experience with Schock 35s. Their crew helped MS tune the boat and provided tips on handling and trimming that made a big difference in our performance on Sunday. With changes made, we were able to sail in the middle of the fleet for both races and finish 8-7
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