New Orleans 420 Nationals

While looking out at the ice covered harbor we are thinking back of the fun we had at the Nationals in New Orleans. Over 20 interscholastic sailing teams from all over the country were present and the boats were awesome. 

On the second day the winds were gusting well over 20 knots and it was pure survival and tons of fun. Everyone was friendly and helpful and the 3 Village sailors (myself and Trevor Munch - my trusty crew) met our buddies from the Stony Brook School and their great coach Capt. George Linzee. He must be the most passionate sailor (other than my dad) that I know.

We did great for our first major regatta. We even had a couple of  2nd places in some heats and came in 7th overall. A great experience !

Last Days of the 2012 Season

It was starting to get cold and windy as the last days of the 2012 season came to an end. We made some new friends and bumped into some old ones. In our last training sessions with the Stony Brook School 420's and coaches (and my dad, who is our coach) we learned how to nail the starts and cross the starting line at full speed - no matter of the wind conditions. We are looking forward to the Spring Season. My brother Victor will be sailing as well. It will be great to compete against him on the water.

Here is Trevor and me taking a break.