Regattas in August and September
Taylor Pond Invitational Regatta, August 5, 2023, Auburn, ME; I Yacht Club Drive, Auburn, Maine; pursuit race, fun for all, especially inexperienced racers; one design Laser class for this distance race. First start 3 PM, followed by open air barbecue (bring your own food and beverage); TPYC provided the gill; followed by Tinpanic Steel Band concert and dancing. All free. Contact Peter Garcia 207-754-0443 or petergarcia207@gmail.com to register.
Buzzard's Bay Masters, August 5-6, New Bedford YC, Dartmouth, MA
We all know what happens when the summer breeze kicks in on Buzzard's Bay. Plan to go fast and have fun with all the other oldies but goodies. Registration is open.
Mallets Bay Boat Club D7 Gran Prix Regatta, August 5-6, Colchester, VT
Mallets Bay Boat Club will host the 2023 D7 Gran Prix event in VT. Want to sail on beautiful fresh water? Earn Grand Prix points towards a possible free tuition at the International Sailing Academy? Meet new people? Not worry about the tide? This is the regatta for you! Mallets Bay Boat Club has hosted lots of national events, including Lightning Worlds/NAs/PanAms, J24 Nationals, and Laser Nationals. We are lucky to have them for the VT D7 Gran Prix event. Registration opens soon. The NOR is available on the Club's website under the calendar page.
Ponce De Leon, September 10th, Eastern YC, Marblehead, MA
This is the season opener for the Marblehead fall season. Come join us for great sailing at the mouth of the harbor followed by PB&J (Prizes, Bar and Jovialities) This is your chance to scope out the venue for the intergalactic D7 Championship, October 20-21!
Atlantic Coast Championships, September 16-17, Hyannis Yacht Club, Hyannis, MA
This is a biggie, 25 official ILCA GP points for all aspiring to Worlds and points towards our humble D7 Gran Prix. This is a great way for the Masters crew to train for a wild late season of excellent Masters competition.
New England Masters, September 23-24, Wickford Yacht Club, Wickford, RI
A classic not to be missed. Skip sets an awesome line, and Wickford YC treats you right with a delicious meal on Saturday. Should be packed this year with the masters crowd getting ready for the Nationals just one week later.
ILCA North American Masters, September 28-October 1, New York Yacht Club, Newport, RI
Attention All Laser Sailors > age 30: Don't Miss the ILCA Masters North American Championship at NYYC!
Chat GPT sez [with corrections]: Calling all raggedy old Laser sailors in North America! The International Laser Class Association (ILCA) has announced the dates for the highly anticipated ILCA Masters North American Championship, taking place at the iconic New York Yacht Club (NYYC) with 4 days of racing from September 28-October 1, 2023.This exciting event brings together the best Laser sailors from across the continent for three days of intense competition on the water, plus plenty of camaraderie ashore. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out [age 30+], the ILCA Masters North American Championship is an incredible opportunity to test your skills against the best of the best, learn from experienced coaches and sailors, and connect with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for the sport.
At the NYYC, you'll enjoy world-class racing on beautiful Long Island Sound…. [Good guess or hallucination? The regatta will be sailed off Newport, RI], surrounded by historic sailing vessels and stunning coastal scenery. The club's expert race committee and professional staff will ensure a smooth and enjoyable event for all participants [no guarantee].
So mark your calendars and get ready to join us for an unforgettable weekend of Laser sailing at the ILCA Masters North American Championship! Early registration is now open, so be sure to sign up today to secure your spot on the starting line. We look forward to seeing you at the NYYC in September!
https://nyyc.org/2023-ilca-masters-north-american-championship
Fontelieu One Design Regatta, September 30 - October 1st, Cedar Point Yacht Club, Westport, CT
This is a classic on our district's southern waters and an event that counts towards the D7 Gran Prix. Come join Cedar Point's excellent laser fleet for great competition.
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News from around the district
The American Yacht Club wants you!!!
The American Yacht Club in Newburyport has had a great ILCA/Laser season. We are a small fleet, but with a great core of sailors, a strong race committee group, and a club that really supports what we are doing here on Joppa Flats on the Merrimack River. Being so tide dependent, we race every other Sunday, and have been racing through June and July with great turnout. Our typical race day has 6-10 sailors with a mix of full and radial rigs on the water. There have been 4 different winners of our race days, including 2 juniors. We have been very fortunate to have some road warriors from New Hampshire and Maine join us for many of our races. Looking forward to a lot of racing for the rest of the summer and into September.
Contact Nat Coughlin, Fleet organizer, for more information: natcoughlin98@gmail.com
Intergalactic D7 Championship and Grand Prix Finale
Registration is open for D7's culminating event of the fall season hosted by Eastern Yacht Club, Marblehead, MA, October 21-22. Prizes for both the Grand Prix and the 2023 D7 District Championship. Burger Bar on Saturday. Mark your calendar now. We'll work to find you housing.
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Best Seat in the House for the Downwind Leg
The downwind leg is a huge opportunity to pass other boats, but it requires a dynamic approach, within the rules of course. This video from the International Sailing Academy gives you great tips on where to park your derriere for the ride down to the jibe mark.
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