I killed our chances tonight by crossing the start line seconds early. It was serious because we were confined in a sandwich of boats on either side of us who started on time; it took painfully long to gain water to return and restart. I could blame certain crew members who were absent and are our flawless time keepers, but the responsibility is all mine.
After the start, I more or less turned the helm over to SP and he recovered much of my lost ground. We finished 6th and corrected out to 8th out 13 boats. We had a good steady 13+ knot breeze!
What's the point of letting others sail your boat? Why not stay ashore, drink in the club, watch, photograph and stay dry?
ReplyDeleteA very good point except that our fleet rules require owners being on board when boats are racing. Last night, being so weak & old, I was trying very hard just to stay aboard.
ReplyDeleteGood recovery Doc!
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