New from Waszp.com: INTRODUCING THE 7.5 SAIL The much-anticipated 7.5 sail is now available for purchase! Sailors can get their hands on the new rig by heading to the WASZP shop or contacting their WASZP Agent. The 7.5 uses the same bottom mast section as the 6.9 sail and comes in three striking colour options: … Read More
Four Reasons To Add Strength Training To Your Routine
By Airwaves Writer Rachel Bennung Often times when people think about working out they only think cardio. Cardio is a great form of exercise and is one of the quickest ways to burn calories. However, we need to incorporate other forms of exercise into our daily living, especially if you want to get stronger for … Read More
Key West Race Week 2016 Results
These are the One Design results. For complete results, go HERE C&C 30 1. 2 USA 30015 Themis C&C 30 One Design Walt Thirion 1 2 4 5 3 8 2 1 2 4 32.0 2. 1 USA 30009 Extreme2 C&C 30 One Design Dan Cheresh 4 1 6 1 2 2 … Read More
Chasing an Olympic Dream: Interview with BVI 49er Team
By Airwaves Writer Taylor Penwell Anderson and Brockbank Interview: Introduction Alec Anderson and Chris Brockbank were born and raised in the BVI. Both teammates attended the same pre-school, graduated from the same high school, and together have represented the territory in sailing on a number of occasions. The duo has their goal set on reaching … Read More
2016 Optimist Team Race Midwinter Championship Results
USODA Team Race Midwinter Championship Hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club January 16 -18, 2016 FULL RESULTS AND CONSOLATION ROUNDS
Zim Sailing: Made in the USA
2016 kicks off with Zim Sailing moving our world headquarters to a 24,000 sq. ft. facility. With more than double the space, we will be expanding warehousing, production, and retail, now all under one roof. Our new facility will allow us to begin production of our top selling C420 in Rhode Island, making us the … Read More
2016 470 & I-420 North American Championship Results
470s (33 boats) (top) Series Standing – 6 races scored Information is provisional and subject to modification Regatta results last updated: Monday, January 18, 2016 4:26:03 PM CDT Click on race number to view detailed race information. Pos,Sail, Skipper, Yacht Club, Results, Total Points 1. USA 1, Stu McNAY/Dave HUGHES, US Sailing Team Sperry, 1-5-3-2-5-[7]- ; 16 2. BRA 177, Fernanda OLIVEIRA, … Read More
Manage Your Sailing Program Toward Success: Part II, Team Building
By Airwaves writer Joe Cooper Check out Part I During my two America’s Cup campaigns we would generally try and pull the boats out of the water every day (Oh yes, things are much different today). With the boats on the hard or hanging in the travel lift straps the team members, those not working … Read More
Sail Stronger Part III: Upper Body
By Airwaves writer Rachel Bennung See Part I: The Core here Part II The Legs here In the sports world we determined that strength in certain areas of your body are more important then others. You want to have total body strength, but focus on maximizing strength in certain muscles for better overall performance in … Read More
Club Profile: Northern Lake George Yacht Club
JUNIOR PROGRAM The NLGYC Junior Program seeks to provide a safe, constructive, and enjoyable family oriented environment for the youth of our club. Our objectives are to develop life-long skills in sailing, swimming and tennis; to foster sportsmanship, and racing skills; to continue the heritage of the NLGYC community; to nurture an appreciation and respect … Read More
Coast to Coast: The Battle of East vs. West Youth Sailing
By Airwaves Writer Tyler Colvin The battle of East vs. West sailing has existed for decades with competitors from both coasts seemingly trading podiums with each passing event. Across classes, age ranges and yacht clubs, top sailors from each coast with different approaches dominate the sailing community and skill sets. Harkening back to the hip-hop feuds … Read More
Club Profile: Lake George Club
NewsFlash: The Lake George Club has an opening this summer for a RACE COACH & SAILING INSTRUCTOR!! The Lake George Club was formally organized and received its certificate of incorporation on November 16, 1908. Nine months later a clubhouse had been built and docks, tennis courts and a nine hole golf course were in place. … Read More
S1D Youth Sailing Team of the Year Award Winners 2015 Announced!
Teamwork. Chemistry. Dedication. Cooperation. Being on the same page as your partner and/or teammates is never easy, especially when that shared vision has to endure, and not simply be a statement of purpose on the dock. These characteristics are requirement in youth sailing team success. Sail1Design is proud to recognize the top North American Youth Sailing … Read More