The wind was light but it was enough to make it well worth racing—a fun day for all. No rain, reasonably warm temperatures, and a light current.
The RS Aero Fleet included 13 competitors. There were 10 Lasers made up of Standard, Radial and 4.7 rigs, and once again 2 Optis. The wind was generally from the NW but bounced around enough in the first hour to require some quick windward mark and start line buoy adjustments. Race Committee Randy Shuman and Carl Buchan took it in stride and kept the starts moving at a rapid clip. There were separate starts for the Aero and Laser fleets, each fleet completing about 6 races before heading back to the docks for chili and beverages provided by Dan Herron. Thank you RC and Food volunteers, and to Geoff Pease for keeping an eye on the Optis.
Once again I want to say how much I appreciate everyone’s participation. Special thanks to all of you making the trek from Bainbridge Island, Olympia, Bellingham, Tacoma, Whidbey Island. Not to say that even Woodinville and Bellevue can seem like a long haul these days.
NEXT FROSTBITE Frostbite #4 is on January 5, 2020: RACE COMMITTEE Driver Jay Leon and RC Assist Dave Watt.FOOD Erin TimmsBEVERAGE Paul Lisagor* For Frostbite #5 (Feb 23) we need a Food volunteer and a Beverage volunteer. You can still sail on that day; costs are reimbursed. Volunteer here, or directly contact Glenn Wisegarver (F&B Coordinator) To participate in a Frostbite Event please register on-line from the link at www.SeattleLaserFleet.org. If unable to register on-line bring cash or check.
Fee options: (1) All 6 race days for one low price of $75(2) Single race day fees are $20 (3) Students thru college fees $5 per race day(4) No charge for students who participated in the College and High School qualifiers regatta for Singlehanded Championships in October 2019Note: Seattle Laser Fleet membership is NOT required in order to participate. Drop-ins are welcome.