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This was first published in the May 2010 Newsletter. by Christina Pandapas When Jennie Aspinall decided not to buy a Rhodes 19, the fates stepped in, or perhaps it was the Sirens. Jennie had been racing her Sonar for several years, but was interested in the Rhodes, so much so, that she crewed for Bob…
January 2024 Newsletter
Greetings From the Prez Well, here we go again! Today begins yet another action-packed, fun filled Fleet 5 season. For Christina and me, there have been a lot of them. To the best my recollection, 2024 marks our 30th year in Fleet 5. Can you imagine that? Of course, that pales in comparison to guys like Mike Lane, Jim Taylor or…
Short Tacks – July 2010
This was first published in the July 2010 Newsletter. East Coast Butt-Whipping Congratulations to Chris Small, who didn’t just win the 2010 East Coasts Championships (for the second straight year), but completely dominated them. Out of nine races, he collected seven bullets and a pair of twos, one of which he threw out, for a…
Rules Corner: Proper Course on the Run
This was first published in the June 2004 Newsletter. by Al Clapp Tactical Situation You are heading downwind on starboard tack away from all marks and obstructions. Another boat on starboard tack comes up on you from behind on your starboard side. Since he is to windward he gradually overtakes you as he gets into…
Fall Update
There are several important issues that you need to know about, so be sure to read all the way to the end, since that might save you some money! First up, while the sailing season is over, our party season is not. In fact, our annual Awards Party is perhaps the most important one of…
Greeting from the Prez – January 2010
This was first published in the January 2010 Newsletter. Happy New Year, and boy what a year it will be. But before we get to that, we have a few people to thank, starting with Judy Despres. As Kathleen Lane, Jennifer Uhl, Christina Pandapas, Barbara Hallawell, Katie Bloxham and countless others can attest, this fleet…