Storm Chaser Regatta

On Monday August 25th the wind was blowing over 25 knots from the northeast. The lake was angry, and the seas were rough. However, our 3rd Coast crew was not intimidated. We pride ourselves in the ability to sail in conditions that would make most sailors cringe. 35 of us set out to race around the crib.

First, I would like to congratulate everyone that sailed in the Regatta. It was a truly spectacular night of white knuckle sailing! Perhaps the biggest testament to how salty you have all become is the fact that, NOBODY PUKED! Unbelievable, considering the conditions.

Second, I want to compliment all of the First Mates, Instructors, crew, and Captains. Your skill, and competence are the reason we are the best sailing company around. Thank you.

Now for the bad news(at least for me). The results:

First Place:
Miranda Rights, by a nose!
Congrats:
Theresa Ockaskis
Mike Pearson
Ulisses Gutierrez
Lu Gallucci
Erika Merizzi
Katie Roberts
Second Place:
Fledermaus, you came up a little short. (yes Bryan, that's a dig on you!)
Great Job:
Bryan Weiss
Susan Bedenk
Steve Kim
Theresa Morelli
Tim Veurink
Jessi Allender

Third Place:
Little Duffy, first of the big boats!
Thanks for not crashing into Lily:
Capt. Pam Lefebvre
Deb Tozzi
Janice Ward
Tom Passarella
Gary Babiarz
Bernard Peters
Gina Deguzman

Fourth Place:
Lily, stupid leeward boats rounding up!
Thanks for not letting Little D crash into you.
Capt. Jim Miranda
David Dornbos
Geno Helwig
Matt Taylor
Phil "The Aristocrat" Stubbs
Lana McCalmon
Erica & John bradnick

Last Place:
Virago, I don't know what happened!
My Bad!
Capt. Todd Williamson
The Veltman family
Rohnda Vohlken
Susan ManselleStephen Tivey

Everybody keep an eye on your inbox for our next Regatta! I need to redeem myself immediately!
Happy Sails,
Capt. Todd

We would like to congratulate our newest Broad Reach Members!
-Ulisses Gutierrez
-Deb Tozzi
-Tom Martens
-Ken Jones
-Cindy Wilskey
These guys have worked hard to become great sailors and are now taking the next step in their sailing lives. They will be sailing on Lily and Peony our brand new Dufours. So everyone be extra nice to them and maybe they will invite you for a sail! Below is our link to the Broad Reach Video. If any of you are interested in sailing these boats please contact me.
http://www.bpfiles.com/3rdcoast/Broadreach-High.wmv