News Flash: GHYC is Hiring a Full-Time Waterfront Director!! Great Harbor Yacht Club, situated on picturesque Nantucket harbor, offers its members exceptional recreational opportunities and dining options while making sure to immerse our members in Nantucket’s unique locale. GHYC offers a full complement of activities for our members and their guests to enjoy. Between the Clubhouse, waterfront facilities, state-of-the-art tennis & swim complex and fitness center & spa, GHYC offers something for every recreation and Nantucket enthusiast. As Nantucket’s newest and most extraordinary club, Great Harbor Yacht provides our members and their guests with unparalleled access to the water, offering the most beautiful waterfront Clubhouse and dining rooms on Nantucket, marine facilities, tennis and swim complex and a state-of-the-art fitness center and spa.
Nantucket island, 30 miles out to sea, has a rich maritime history. Soon after the English settlers arrived in 1660, off shore whaling began. From the mid 1700’s to the late 1830’s Nantucket was considered the whaling capital of the world, with as many as 150 ships making port in the Harbor.
When the whaling era ended, Nantucket was rediscover as the perfect destination for the new American tradition of summer vacations. Today, Nantucket is considered a world class resort island. News Flash: GHYC is Hiring a Full-Time Waterfront Director!!
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Sailing Fitness: The Importance of Proper Stretching
Stretch It Out
Stretching, we all have done it, but have you thought of doing it before going sailing? If you have that’s great, your one step ahead of everyone else! If you haven’t, why not? Sailing is a sport just like any other, however, we see many sailors forgetting this very important step of getting ready. Stretching is essential in helping your body get ready for the workout about to come your way as well as make injuring yourself less likely. I am here to guide you on the importance of stretching before and after sailing, and the best stretches you can do for better performance on and off the water.
So why stretch for sailing? In sailing just like any other sport you are using your muscles. So before heading out on the water it is essential to get the muscles you are about to use warmed up. Most of the time sailors are heading out sailing in the morning when their muscles are still tight. By stretching those tight muscles you can avoid injury while out on the water for a regatta or practice. Stretching has also shown to help improve athletes performance during competition. Just as it is important to add stretching to your routine before heading out sailing, it is also just as important when you get off the water. Stretching after sailing will help reduce muscle fatigue, increase your flexibility, and help improve your circulation. Now that you can see why it’s important to stretch before and after a sailing session lets check out the different stretches you can do, and what is best for before and after sailing.
First lets start with the different types of stretches out there.
- Self Myofascial Release or Foam Rolling: This form of stretching is done by rolling a piece of foam on different trigger points on your body. You are massaging away restrictions to your muscles to improve your soft-tissue extensibility.
- Static Stretching: This is done while your body is at rest. You use different movements to lengthen your muscle to an elongated position and hold it for at least 30 seconds.
- Active-Isolated Stretching: During this stretch you are moving your joint through a full range of motion. Hold each stretch for 2 seconds then repeat for 5-10 repetitions.
- Neuromuscular Stretching or Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation: This stretching involves a Sports Performance Professional moving your limb until the first resistance barrier.
- Dynamic Stretching: This form of stretching is using your force production and body momentum to go through a full range of motion.
So of these five stretches what is the best for before and after sailing?
Before Sailing: Most people may turn to static stretching as being the best before any physical activity. However, static stretching has been shown to decrease athletes performance if used before competition. The best form of stretching before heading out on the water or any sport is dynamic stretching. Dynamic stretching is the best for several reasons; it activates the muscles you are going to be using, it helps improve your range of motion, and it has shown to enhance your performance during activity.
Check out the list of my favorite dynamic stretches then check out the video of these stretches below:
- Walking Straight Leg Kicks
- Knee to Chest
- Lunge with a Twist
- Hip Stretch with a Twist
(Perform these stretches by having a starting point go in that direction for 20-30 feet, then turn around and repeat that same stretch. Then go on to the next dynamic stretch.)
After Sailing: After you finish up your day sailing you should also do some stretching. This is where static stretching, active-isolated stretching, and foam rolling come in. All three of these can be used or combined to help reduce muscle fatigue, increase your flexibility, and help improve your circulation.
Check out my list of my favorite after sailing stretches:
- Hamstring Stretch
- Hip and Thigh Stretch
- Active Side Lunge
- Shoulder Stretch
- Tricep Stretch
- Foam Rolling of Legs and Back
Adding stretching to your routine will not only make your body thank you, but you will see your sailing performance improve. Stretching before you go sailing is an easy way to warm your muscles up for the workout to come and avoid injury. When you stretch after sailing you help your body reduce muscle fatigue, increase your flexibility, and help improve your circulation. Add stretching to your before and after sailing routine NOW for better performance out on the water! Check out the stretching video below for a better understanding of how to do the above stretches.
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Club Profile: Park City Sailing (Utah)
When the town of Park City is mentioned it brings to mind the 2002 Olympic Games, 3 world class ski resorts and an eclectic funky community. Just outside of the town and under the slopes of the Deer Valley ski resort the State of Utah constructed the Jordanelle Reservoir within a State Park. This created a 6 square mile body of water at 6200’ in elevation. South east of the reservoir is Provo Canyon and the city of Provo. The summer heat in the valley creates a reliable thermal breeze and the combination has become the ideal setting for Park City Sailing.News Flash: Park City Sailing is Hiring!!
It turned out that Park City is the home of a large number of sailing refuges who relocated to live a unique mountain town lifestyle. With the creation of the Jordanelle the pieces began to fall into place during the summer of 2008. The rest is history.
Park City Sailing sails at the Jordanelle State Park – between Park City and Heber City, Utah. The lake is about a 10 minute drive from downtown Park City. The lake is 6 square miles at 6200’ elevation. The Jordanelle was created in 1995 as a future water supply for Utah.
The laser fleet sails out of the Personal Watercraft Ramp (PWC) area – there’s a 40′ storage container and fenced area for laser storage. The Jr. Sailing Program operates out of the Beach House.
The Park City Sailing Association’s fleet has grown each season. From a borrowed power boat in our first summer 2008 the membership has worked tirelessly to raise funds to develop a fleet that will permit us to expand our sailing programs to met the wide needs of our community.
8 x Elliot 6m’s in 2013
During the spring of 2013 PCSA received a donation of a fleet of 8 Elliot 6 Meter boats. The donor was the Sailing Educational Association of Sheboygan (SEAS). The Elliots are identical to the boats used during the 2012 Olympic Games in London. So far the fleet was been used to support Wounded Warrior programs as well as a Thursday Night Racing Series.
1 x Rhodes 19
Through the generosity of one of our families, PCSA received a donation of a Rhodes 19. This sturdy 19 footer became a popular family boat as she is stable and very comfortable. She also sits on a mooring to keep her user friendly for intermediate sailors.
2 x J22 Sailboats
In the summer of 2011 we acquired our first J22 keelboat which permitted us to establish both our Charter Sailing Program and our Adult Sailing Program. Due to the popularity of both programs we acquired our second J22 keelboat for the 2012 season. The J22’s also permit us to host special day and weeklong sailing camps for other summer youth programs in our community.
13 x Optimist Dinghies
Our Junior Sailing Program is supported by our 13 club owned Optimist sailing prams. The “Opti” was selected by our Board due to its ideal trainer characteristics as well as the fact that in any given year there are over 150,000 Optis being sailed in over 100 countries. In addition to our club owned boats, there are 8 privately owned Optis in our program.
6 x Club 420’s
For the 2012 season we acquired four Club 420 sailboats. These 14 foot two person boats are ideal for teenagers and they are one of the most frequently raced boats on the inter-collegiate circuit. Our 420’s are rigged with a trapeze and spinnakers that provide both a physical and advanced experience for the intermediate young sailor. In 2014 we acquired 2 more Club 420’s to support our expanding program with group such as the University of Utah and the Park City High School Sailing Club.
50+ Lasers sailing on the Jordanelle
Our adult sailing members privately own 42 Laser Class Olympic sailing dinghies. The majority of these boats are stored in our secured facility on either racks or owner provided dollies. The spars and sails for the Lasers are stored in our 40’ cargo container, which is 100 yards from our paved launching ramp.
PCSA’s 17′ Boston Whaler + Others
Our primary race committee and safety boat is a 17 ‘Boston Whaler Montauk. Complementing it are our two smaller power boats which are a two 13’ Boston Whalers and a 11′ Boston Whaler. These fast and unsinkable boats support our Adult Racing Program as well as our Junior Instructional Programs. News Flash: Park City Sailing is Hiring!!
Club Profile: Tarrantine Yacht Club of Dark Harbor
The Tarratine Club of Dark Harbor was founded on September 2, 1896 in Islesboro, Maine for the purpose of “promoting boating, golfing and kindred interests.”
Now more than 100 years later the club maintains its traditions and high standards along with excellent golf, tennis, sailing, tots and dining facilities.
A distinctive culture has grown out of the clubs’s long history. The qualities most important to members include congeniality, low-key atmosphere, family orientation, friendliness and small size.
Simple and unpretentious club facilities are key to maintaining this culture.
Tarrantine Club of Dark Harbor is Hiring for 2016!!
The Tarratine Club of Dark Harbor – located in Islesboro, Maine, a 14-mile long island in the heart of picturesque Penobscot Bay – seeks to hire several sailing instructors for its 2016 Junior Sailing program.
Founded in 1896, the club enjoys a strong tradition of racing and recreational sailing, as well as tennis and golf. The club currently operates five classes of boats: Turnabouts, Optimists, 420s, Herreshoff 12s and the renowned Dark Harbor 20, a classic 30’ racing sloop designed by Sparkman & Stephens that is unique to the Tarratine Club.
These are full-time, seasonal positions, including occasional evenings and weekends, reporting to the club’s Sailing Master. Instructor responsibilities include:
- Day-to-day instruction in the junior sailing program including all levels of sailing and seamanship instruction;
- Day-to-day coaching in the afternoon racing program including inter-club and intra-club series racing;
- Supervising and mentoring the Club’s teenage Junior Instructors;
- Occasional weekend Race Committee duties; and,
- An interest in racing Herreshoff 12s and Dark Harbor 20s when not occupied by teaching responsibilities.
Candidates should be mature, enthusiastic sailors with strong backgrounds in instruction and racing. Participation in a structured 420 racing program (college, high school or summer club racing team) featuring weekly practices and regattas will be preferred. A demonstrated ability to teach sailors with varied skills and interests is required.
The club offers a competitive salary, housing, shift lunch, and the potential for a year-end merit bonus.
To apply, visit here.
Company Profile: Stiletto Catamarans
Stiletto Catamarans Are More Than Just A Boat !
Stiletto is not just a boat. To us, its an icon of a way of life. Not only did Stiletto Manufacturing founder, Jay Phillips, start a 30 year charter and performance sailing career with a Stiletto Day Sail Charter Business, but he and his wife sailed a Stiletto right up to their beach wedding on North Captiva.
Stilleto Manufacturing is HIRING full-time Multihull Captains & Coaches
Brothers, Ron and Andy Nicol have been with Stiletto from the beginning working in the original FORCE engineering team and later buying the brand. Together, they have been supplying refit Stiletto Classics and parts to Stiletto owners for nearly 35 years.
COMMITTED TO PRODUCE PERFORMANCE BOATS AND PERFORMANCE SAILORS
The exhilarating Stiletto has bred some of the best sailors in the sport today such as Brad Reed, Tucker Thompson, and Dave Calvert. Stiletto believes that our mission is not only to produce attainable fast sailboats but to help make great sailors. That’s why teaching is such an important part of our brand.
COMMITTED TO INNOVATION
As much as we believe in educating the next generation of sailors, we commit to staying on the cutting edge of technology. When Stiletto was first introduced, it was the lightest, fastest boat on the market. We’re committed to maintain this same level of excellence and innovation with any new Stiletto Models.
We aim to be responsive to customer inquiries, and support the owner community by facilitating regional events, publishing regatta information, and promptly responding to parts and warranty needs for the new Stiletto X Series. As a continued commitment, Stiletto Manufacturing aims to further the innovation on all models by publishing great owner-contributed ideas, upgrades, and modifications here on SailStiletto.com within the Wildjibe Newsgroup and Yachtrodding Blog.
Stilleto Manufacturing is HIRING full-time Multihull Captains & Coaches
Exciting News From Selden Mast!
Rollin’ a Fatty It’s no mistake that today’s boat builders offer furling masts on nearly all models. Cruising sailors choose the configuration because of the ease of use when it’s time to set our douse the main sail. Rolling the main along the long edge means less work for the crew and less time to transition between sailing and non-sailing modes.
The tradeoff has been that with in mast furling, the sails are less able to utilize a powerful leech profile. If the 2015 Annapolis Boat Show is any indicator, it would seem most savvy cruisers choose the convenience of using their main sail often over the slightly higher performing conventional sail profiles.
“In mast furling has been available for years but sailors are always torn between the convenience of in mast furling and the performance of a conventional main sail. Now you can have it all!”, said Scott Alexander of Seldén Mast USA with a grin. He continued, “It’s really because of the sail Elvstrom has built and the way we build our rigs. Both are top performing products and by putting them together, now performance furling main sails are reality. It’s in the details. For example, Seldén is the only mast builder that suspends the main sail luff rod at the top of the mast to create a tensioning effect. We’ve built our masts this way for years, but now the payoff is a furling mast that performs so well that it can handle the higher performance Elvstrom sail. Now you can have in mast furling convenience with the performance of a conventional rig”.
It seems now we may be welcoming a time when sailors no longer have to choose between convenience and performance, but instead can enjoy both due to the exceptional performance of the Seldén furling mast and Elvstrom FatFurl performance main sail.
Photos courtesy of Elvstrom Sails, UK on a Hallberg-Rassy yacht.
More information can be found at the Seldén and Elvstrom sites:
Selden Mast: www.seldenmast.com
Elvstrom Fat Furl: http://www.elvstromsails.com/cruising/main-sails/furling-main/fatfurl-in-mast
