Category: snow lion
11 MEN, 11 DAYS TRANSATLANTIC RACE 2015
I am finally re-united with my computer; having just returned from the 2015 transatlantic race aboard “Snow Lion”. We crossed the ocean in 11 1/2 days. never a days run less than 250 miles. an extraordinary adventure.
BAND OF BROTHERS
I am about to start my 9th transatlantic race on 7 different boats. I have sailed with a number of people as a result; and have warm memories of each race, each boat, and each and every person.
It is a fraternity that one can only join by competing.
I had news a few days ago that another of that fraternity had died. Peter Van Dyke passed away. A loss to our group.
COUNTDOWN TO THE START TRANSAT 2015
I have previously posted earlier transatlantic races. Here is the 2011 aboard “Snow Lion”
TACKING TO CLOSE?
The final day of racing of the 161st annual regatta.
SHORT COURSE RACING
Sunday, the final day of racing for the weekend regatta. We sailed between rose island and fort adams. The wind was out of the southeast at 8-14 knots. Short courses and tight racing.
161st ROLEX NYYC RACING
ROUND THE ISLAND RACE 2015
After a delay the race started, in reverse, the light wind plagued all and the race was shortened to meet the time limit finishing at beavertail. A fine day on the water.
FASTNET RACE AUGUST 2015
Made famous by the 1979 tragedy, however the 1957 race was just as hard. Truly one of my favorite races as there are many tide gates and turns; a real challenge.
TRANSATLANTIC 2015
The start for us is one month away.