YACHTING CUP RACES
MAY 4TH AND 5TH, 2002
The Yachting Cup was a challenge to pull off this year, but CIA got out there and at least made a go of it. Russ was unable to come down with a baby due that weekend. Steve and Stacey's wedding also happened that weekend and Kevin and Michelle were also committed to that. Peter came down, though, and enough crew was assembled. Unfortunately, Tony got injured during the Friday practice and couldn't race. Others also succumbed to injuries, but we still managed to get out and race.
Here are Peter's notes from the races:
Although we scrambled for crew, we were able to put together some terrific people and I think we all had great days on the water. Perhaps not the best of results, but we sailed reasonably well and definitely picked up some more great experience.
For Saturday, we sailed an outstanding first race, initially beating of the other Beneteau's, but getting caught up in the end. From there, unfortunately we got worse instead of better.
But for Sunday, we learned how to see into the kelp hole, (thanks to a handy-dandy mirror) and also mixed up some of the crew assignments for fun. Scott had a great day up on foredeck for his first time, and we were able to coax Amy and Dave out of their beds at the last minute to come out and go sailing.
For full race results click here.
