Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Steady Breeze Monday

On Monday, the beginner opti class worked to improve their skills both on and off the water. Ali's full season group, focused on upwind sailing and tacking and jibing. Patrick's beginner opti group focused on steering and parts of the boat. While the beginners were busy tackling the basics, the intermediates  focused on rules of the road. You may have heard them yelling, "starboard!" Make sure to ask them how they know they have the right of way!

The beginner and intermediate 420 classes continued to work on team building and then hit the water to practice upwind and downwind sailing. The intermediates also focused on sail trim.

As the afternoon approached, it brought a steady 10-15 breeze for the race teams. Opti B worked to improve their tacking and sail trim. They also had a few races in preparation for the Bass River invitational next Monday.  Ali's 420-B team took advantage of the breeze and focused on trapping.

The opti race team had a great day at Stonehorse and completed 4 races on the championship line and 5 on the green fleet. Congrats to all of our sailors who sailed in their first SMSA regatta!

Stonehorse Results (click)