Category: Regattas

Aug 04 2006

J/109 One-Design Class at Skandia Cowes Week

By admin in Regattas
August 4, 2006

Twenty-two J/109s raced in Class at Cork Week two weeks ago, with the Isle of Wight’s very own Malcolm Thorpe claiming a dramatic victory in King Louie. Malcolm seized this impressive win only on the very last gybe of the entire regatta. This was the first time the 35 foot J/109s had raced in their …

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Aug 04 2006

North American Photo Album Posted!!

By admin in Class Business, Regattas
August 4, 2006

The North American Photo Album is posted and now online. The photos are from Thursday and Friday. Click on the below link for the shortcut to the album.

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Jul 27 2006

Inaugural J/109 North Americans Showcase Hot Competition

By admin in Boats & Owners, New England (RI to ME), Regattas
July 27, 2006

Newport, RI– July 23, 2006: A record nineteen J/109’s showed up for the inaugural North American Championship, held during the New York Yacht Club’s One Design Race Week. With so many talented teams on the starting line (and a Rolex watch at stake for the winning skipper), the competition was fierce and mark roundings were …

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Jul 26 2006

North American Photo Album coming soon!!!!

By admin in Class Business, Regattas
July 26, 2006

I am currently working on the photo album for the North Americans, it should be up and running by next week.

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Jul 21 2006

North American Results after first day of racing.

By admin in Boats & Owners, New England (RI to ME), Regattas
July 21, 2006

The first day of racing saw some rough surf, as Tropical Storm Beryl passed through the area. Still the RC was able to get 3 races off for the J/109 North Americans. The top three boats leading into todays racing are: 1. MOJO, Karl deHam, Seabrook, Tex., 6-2-5, 13 2. GUT FEELING, Ted Herlihy, S. …

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Jul 17 2006

J/109 North American-Update #3

By admin in New England (RI to ME), Regattas
July 17, 2006

With 20 boats registered and the rain moving out of the area we are in the final stages of preparation for a fantastic North Americans. The final few items: Sail Measurement and Boat Inspection: See below link for the complete details. Crew Substitutions: I know several boats will need to do crew substitutions. Please submit …

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Jul 10 2006

Track “The Mac”

By admin in Regattas, Southern Lake Michigan
July 10, 2006

The 8 boat J/109 fleet entered into the 2006 Chicago to Mackinac Race will all be equipped with tracking devices so you can follow along with the action.

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Jul 07 2006

18 Boats and Counting!!! J/109 North Americans-Update 2

By admin in New England (RI to ME), Regattas
July 7, 2006

Today is the last day to register and not be penalized with the 250.00 late fee, don’t wait, register today!!!! www.nyyc.org Miscellaneous Notes: Weigh-In Weigh-in will be conducted during registration on Wednesday July 19th from 12-6 at the registration area. There will also be a weigh-in Thursday through Sunday from 8am-9am at the Sailing Office. …

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Jul 05 2006

Congratulations to Tony Wetherbee and crew at Long Beach Race Week

By admin in Boats & Owners, Regattas, Southern California
July 5, 2006

Tony Wetherbee owner of Commotion, lead the 7 boat J/109 fleet at the Ullman Sails Long Beach Race Week scoring 6 bullets out of 7 races for a total of 11 points. From Friday’s wind blasts above 20 knots through Saturday’s light-air lull and back to big breeze topping out at 22 Sunday, the top …

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Jun 30 2006

ERROR in Sail Declaration for North Americans

By admin in Class Business, New England (RI to ME), Regattas
June 30, 2006

There is an error in the Sail declaration; Under the mainsail section rule 5.4 the class insignia will not be required for this event. This was inadvertently left in the document. The corrected version has been posted with the other documents on this website.

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