Went out for another short cruise to test another spinnaker for the Barba Roja, this time a .5oz reaching kite. Managed a very speedy upwind leg on the way back from the Solomons bridge and got some more good helm practice. Looking forward to racing on Sunday.
(Photos courtesy of Steven Birchfield)
Joined a few friends for a brief evening cruise to enjoy the weather and test a mylar spinnaker Steve picked up for the boat. We had a nice, if brief, run before the wind died off and we had to pack it up. Still need to practice driving under a kite since I haven't had much opportunity to do so yet.
(Photos courtesy of Steven Birchfield)
Today was the first Spring Frostbite race at SMSA, and the start of the racing season in Southern Maryland. I helmed the Barba Roja today and we managed a very strong third place finish in a field of six boats. The wind was gusty and shifty, and I was reminded that I still need lots more practice time behind the wheel. Overall a great race and a great start to the season!
(Photos courtesy of Steven Birchfield & Tim Flaherty)
I got a last-minute invite to take a little sunset cruise and enjoy the gorgeous weather. The wind was light but the views were spectacular!
(Photos courtesy of Steven Birchfield)
Took a nice cruise around the Patuxent with some friends to enjoy the unseasonably warm weather. Tried to do some downwind helm practice but a big wind shift changed that plan. Enjoyed a great sunset riding back in from the Bay. A great day on the water!
Frosty afternoon cruise out to the Bay and back, did some more helm training for the upcoming racing season & got to practice docking
After getting involved with sailing last year and having a ton of fun racing with friends I've decided to go for 100 days this year. I plan to do it as a mix of sailing and paddling.
I started off on the right foot this afternoon with an invitation for an impromptu afternoon cruise on my friend's boat where I do the vast majority of my sailing.
Nice mild temperatures for January and a light but steady 5-8kt southerly breeze made for a relaxing ride. I worked on helm skills in preparation for our upcoming racing season. Visibility was tricky in places due to some patchy fog from the morning rain.
(Photos courtesy of Steven Birchfield)