The Magothy River Sailing Association’s Spring Fling brought a difficult mix of light air and strong current on Saturday, reshaping what was intended to be a distance‑style triangle race just north of the Bay Bridge. The J/99 Bay Retriever made the trip up from Back Creek to take part in the event, which allowed boats to start at any of three marks and sail the course in either direction within a set time window. READ ON...
Century Club: Jon Deutsch
Saturday, February 7, 2026 to Sunday, February 8, 2026
Number of days:
2 days
Sarasota Sailing Squadron hosted the third event of the Viper Winter Series, drawing a competitive fleet and offering a mix of moderate breeze on Saturday and light, unstable conditions on Sunday. I joined Nick and Tobias for the weekend, continuing my week of winter sailing in Florida. READ ON...
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 to Friday, February 6, 2026
Number of days:
4 days
Experienced the full range of conditions at the ILCA Masters Midwinters East in Jensen Beach, Florida -light air postponements, heavy air battles, rain delays, and competitive Masters fleet racing. This recap covers all eight ILCA 7 races, including tactical breakdowns, start line moments, and the final results that secured the ILCA 7 Apprentice title. Recap and pictures: https://jdeutsch.com/2026/02/08/2026-ilca-masters-midwinters-east/
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
We had a beautiful light air day to sail the first FBYC Offshore Fall race day aboard Battle Rhythm.
We were among the 7 boats in the PHRF-A fleet. The first two races were sailed in 7-10 knots.
By the time we got to the 3rd race the wind was 5-7 – enough to race, but not fast. The current helped everyone to a general recall and after we got a successful start the wind continued to drop and the RC wisely shortened the race at the first leward mark.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
Taking a canal boat tour in Bruges Belgium.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
Short cruise up the Siene River in Paris.
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
ILCA Racing on the Piankatank at Fishing Bay Yacht Club.
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Number of days:
1 day
The 3rd Annual Rescue Regatta brought together 30 boats for a day of racing and fundraising off Stingray Point, all in support of the Middlesex County Volunteer Rescue Squad. With sunny skies and steady 7-9 knot winds, conditions were ideal for the pursuit-style race that began at the mouth of the Piankatank River.
I sailed aboard Battle Rhythm alongside Todd, April, David, Len, Dennis, Dwight, Case, Jen, and Heidi. We were among the last to start, with only one boat –Afterthought– beginning just behind us. Equipped with larger overlapping headsails, Afterthought overtook us early on the first leg.
Saturday, July 19, 2025 to Sunday, July 20, 2025
Number of days:
2 days
