A beautiful breezy morning, and moving creatures

Theo Jansen's Strandbeests

On this beautiful, grey morning I want to salute all the Typhoon racers who are once again working on Committee and Mark Boats to assist others in racing.  This time, it's the Rappahannock River Yacht Club's Spring Regatta.  What a great group of people!  These cool wind creatures in Holland are also inspiring as they're built to "live" on their own, only powered by the wind.  Not unlike some of the sailors we all know.  Good luck to everyone out on the racecourse today!

Revised Typhoon Racing Rule At Yankee Point Tomorrow

Hold it!

I've just learned that due to the  306 PHRF Rule, Day Sailers will not be permitted to race. Typhoon Weekenders can sail since their length is slightly longer.  It's certainly not the best of rules. I've also learned that the entire racecourse will be made up of Typhoon racers on mark boats and the Committee Boat.  Ned and Stan Crockett, Mosby West, Debby Cycotte, and Bo Bragg - all Typhoon racers will be helping with this side of the Regatta.  Go Typhoons!

News Is Out On One Of The Biggest Racing Regattas On The Chesapeake Bay

Typhoon sailors, make a point to check out the 2013 Turkey Shoot Regatta.  The Turkey Shoot is one of the biggest regattas for classic sailboats in the US.  Known also a great annual fundraiser for Hospice Support Services of the Northern Neck and Riverside Hospice, operating in Gloucester and Tappahannock, it's a unique and lively two days of racing fun.

Download the early registration form here.

  Check this link for early registration, hosted by Ullman Sails of Virginia/Latell Sails

Yankee Point Racing & Cruising Club is looking for Typhoon Racers this Saturday

One of the Crocketts heading to YPRCC early.
Shot by Diane Cook-Tench

I've just learned that Yankee Point is hoping to see a good number of Typhoon Racers this Saturday, May 11, for their Spring Regatta.  The race starts at 10:30am and runs until about 2:30pm
It's described as two handicap races on the Rappahannock River between Norris Bridge and Towles Point. Racing starts south of Corrotoman #2 in the Rappahannock River. Starts are being offered to non-PHRF rated boats. See instructions YPRCC.org. or contact Warren Hottle, YPRCCFleet@gmail.com, 804 462 5530.