Went up the mast on Sin to clean up a halyard chafe problem and do an inspection prior to our Delmarva run in a couple weeks. Did lots of little projects on the boat to make her offshore-ready. A long day working, but lots of good progress made and we're getting in good shape for the trip.
Century Club: Jonathan Nepini
Saturday, May 30, 2026
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1 day
A quick lap around the basin in decidedly sporty conditions before heading up the road for a ballgame. Nice to get out and nice to catch up with Steve and sail on Barba Roja for the first time in a good while.
Friday, May 29, 2026
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1 day
Installed hiking strap mounting points on Dire Straits as part of her ongoing mini refit.
Thursday, May 28, 2026
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1 day
Pretty sunset at the ramp
Today's route
A quick lap in the sunshine up to Roslin Creek and back as an early start to the weekend, and a pretty sunset to round it out.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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1 day
A tidy first place finish
Out on Red Baron for Fleet Building Night, featuring special guest Ridgely from North Sails onboard. James took the helm, and Ridgely provided lots of great tactical advice as we guided the boat around the course. A short-ish race in light conditions favored us, and we managed to pull off a win. Great having fresh perspectives onboard and putting it all together finally.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Number of days:
1 day
Today's route
A quick lap up to Snow Hill and back for #50. Gorgeous weather and mild conditions made for an easy, pleasant trip.
Monday, May 25, 2026
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1 day
Dreary at the ramp
A quick lap on Cole Creek to close out the weekend. I thought I'd get a break in the rain, but it started back up as soon as I got to the ramp. Not to be deterred, I embraced the weather and went out anyway. Good to round out the weekend.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
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1 day
A little color on a dreary weekend
Finally caught a break in the rain and got an opportunity to get out on the boat with Michael for a while. Light conditions and still a bit cold, but enough to get a bit of sailing in. I was disappointed to cancel my vacation but this weekend might be salvageable after all.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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1 day
Out for the first time today on Speed Square in cold, heavy conditions. The boat is powerful and responsive, and I worked hard to do my duties as crew and keep us going fast. We fought through several races as we figured out the boat and learned a lot along the way. After the spinnaker sheet parted I did a bit of MacGyvering to get us ready to hoist on the next leg. An athletic, wild ride for sure - much to learn!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Number of days:
1 day
Reaching to the first mark
Out on Red Baron for our usual Wednesday night race. With 5 on the boat we set up expectig a light air day, and the breeze kicked up right before the start as a cold front moved in. We sailed out of the wind line, but it ultimately hit the fleet and sent us on a wild ride towards the first mark. We kept the big jib up as we were off the breeze, and we worked hard to keep the boat on her feet as we saw puffs as high as 23kts. The course continued in mostly offwind legs, and we power reached around the course. We remained fairly competitive and ultimately pulled off a third place finish. A wildly different race from what we were expecting, but a very fun ride anyway!