Gary took the helm of Trouble today and had a good first race of the RYCT Winter Series. After a hectic start sandwiched between a number of boats, Trouble got away well. We had some problems approaching and rounding the top mark and dropped back a bit but caught up well on the windward legs to finish third across and on time. Our best result so far in the winter races this year. Gaz is under strict instructions not to do so well that he makes the usual skipper look bad!
No chance of Wildfire looking bad as she steadily mowed down Natelle 2 for another impressive win. I have arranged for a diver to make some modifications to Wildfire's keel before the next race!
Some crew members were very amused to find the skipper grappling unsuccessfully with issues that he gives them a hard time about on a weekly basis, and his inability to stay out of the drivers seat. Karmic retribution they reckon.
Well done Gary, very tough gig with the start we had - very tight. and i am surprised you could see where you were going with the tactician in front of you. fun fun fun, which is what it should be.
ReplyDeleteGood onya Gazzabags!!
ReplyDeleteThe challenge now is to introduce more of the mongrel factor into Gaz's sailing skills. Mind you, I would (probably) be less of a mongrel if I was steering someone else's boat. In fact, it was probably having to moderate the mongrel that made me a bit uncomfortable in the Wildfire partnership. One goes racing to let the mongrel of the leash a bit, does one not?
ReplyDeleteGreat race Gaz! Don't let all aspects of the mongrel influence you too much. I'm sure it is the labrador in him that wins races, not the pit bull.
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