Hey all, quick update here. Obviously you know from the virtual crew meeting there’s a lot of uncertainty at the moment regarding sailing and racing. You likely know Navy has closed the marina (to anything other than checking on your boat to make sure it hasn’t sunk) until June 1st. For sure May is pretty …
Early Season Updates
Got a lot of maintenance done on the weekend so while I might’ve preferred to sail, knocking out the chores was good thing. Fresh engine oil, filter, fresh sail drive oil, fresh impeller, forestay adjustment …
Apparently survived 2023. Lets see what 2024’s got.
Hey all, as usual I was really prolific with my updates here! : / Anyway, another terrific year! Snatched a class win for JYC Spring, a really respectable 2nd in the blustery (and 190nm long!) …
2023 season is underway
Hey all, we had a great motor and sail down to the Navy base today from Barrington. Lots of sun and when the sea breeze came in . . . it came in with a …
2021 Was An Amazing Season!
What. A. Season. Amazing racing this year. Found new gears. Scored some bullets. Made a few more memories. Kept all of our fingers. Watched a few sunsets with good friends. I’m sorry, but I don’t …
Nearing the End
It is hard to believe we are deep into September as I write this. There are just a handful of races left — in fact, likely just one last JYC (developing conflicts on September 26th …
Mid-Season Update
We continue to enjoy a really good, consistent season! I wish I could say the same for the weather! hahaha. Anyway, since my last update we’ve had a few more JYC summer series races, which …
Early Season Update
Hey all! We’ve had a nice start to the racing season. We picked up right where we left off last year in terms of speed and point, continuing a trend that has us generally faster …
JYC Spring #1
A little belated here but a quick thanks for a fun race Tuesday night! It couldn’t decide whether it wanted to be 25 knots of breeze or 8, settled on 12 and was terrific pressure …
Updated Plan
Happy Mother’s Day everyone! We’ve had an unusual start to spring for Spirit. As they say in the military, “No plan survives first contact with the enemy”. True for us for sure. By now we …
Grrr, missing Practice #2!
Well, sometimes things move at their own pace. This is one of those times. We actually got a ton of stuff done this weekend. By Sunday the mast was fully assembled and ready to step. …
Upcoming Events
Twenty Hundred Club Bridge Fiasco @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay THC USA NortheastIn 3 days Sat. May 17th, 2025 @ 7:30AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sat. May 17th @ 7:30AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Twenty Hundred Club Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Race Results, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Single Race Registration Race Results: Race Results
This is a free race for any Twenty Hundred Club member and requires separate race registration. It is not included in the Membership + Race Package. Click on the Race Page link to register. Start 0900 @ Vicinity of Halfway Rock Post # 1730 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Spring Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastIn 6 days Tue. May 20th, 2025 @ 4:30PM - 7:15PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Tue. May 20th @ 4:30PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Sailing Instructions
JYC Spring Series Tuesday night weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1800. Post # 1777 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Spring Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastIn 13 days Tue. May 27th, 2025 @ 4:30PM - 7:15PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Tue. May 27th @ 4:30PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Sailing Instructions
JYC Spring Series Tuesday night weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1800. Post # 1778 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Rhody Regatta @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastIn 17 days Sat. May 31st, 2025 @ 10:00AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sat. May 31st @ 10:00AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: IYAC Registration: Link Registered: No Crew List, Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, RC Announcements, Registration List, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Starting Sequence
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Coaching Session w/ Moose @ Navy Marina Slip A41In 18 days Sun. Jun 1st, 2025 @ 12:00PM - 4:00PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Jun 1st @ 12:00PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USA
This is a half day coaching session w/ Moose in his chase boat. No limit to the number of participants. Time may shift around a little but aiming for June 1st. Primary focus will be on jib and main trim, sail shape, inhaulers, backstay etc, Post # 1812 |
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Recent Results
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JYC Spring Series JYC Spring Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastTue. May 13th, 2025 @ 4:30PM - 7:15PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Tue. May 13th @ 4:30PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Sailing Instructions Race Results: 6 of 7
JYC Spring Series Tuesday night weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1800. Post # 1729 | 5/13/2025 | 6 of 7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Fall Series JYC Fall Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay NewportSun. Oct 6th, 2024 @ 12:00PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Oct 6th @ 12:00PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Paid Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions Race Results: 5 of 6, Series Results: DNQ
JYC Fall Series Sunday afternoon weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1330. Post # 1679 | 10/6/2024 | 5 of 6 / DNQ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Fall Series JYC Fall Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay NewportSun. Sep 29th, 2024 @ 12:00PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Sep 29th @ 12:00PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Paid Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions Race Results: 2 of 4, Series Results: Series
JYC Fall Series Sunday afternoon weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1330. Post # 1678 | 9/29/2024 | 2 of 4 / Series | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sail for Hope Sail for Hope @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay NewportSat. Sep 28th, 2024 @ 9:30AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sat. Sep 28th @ 9:30AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Sail Newport Registration: Link Registered: No Charity Donation, Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Party Tickets, RC Announcements, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Starting Sequence, Waiver Form, Waiver Status Race Results: 5 of 7 , Series Results: Class: 5 of 7, Fleet: 17 of 65
1100 Initial Warning Signal for starts near Rose Island Party After racing at Newport Shipyard Please consider supporting the charities that Sail for Hope is raising money for (Warrior Sailing, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Sail Newport Financial Aid Fund) at this link. When making a donation put J/92s Spirit in the boat name field. Pass this on to friends and families. Post # 1632 | 9/28/2024 | 5 of 7 / Class: 5 of 7, Fleet: 17 of 65 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Conanicut ATI Race Conanicut ATI Race @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay NewportSun. Sep 1st, 2024 @ 9:45AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Sep 1st @ 9:45AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Conanicut YC Registration: Link Registered: No Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Party Tickets, RC Announcements, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Starting Sequence Race Results: 7 of 8 , Series Results: Class: 7 of 8, Fleet: 39 of 73
Conanicut Around the Island Race with a party afterwards at Conanicut YC. | 9/1/2024 | 7 of 8 / Class: 7 of 8, Fleet: 39 of 73 |
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Jan 18 2020
Winter Admin
Hey guys, First, as I write this, the season’s first race is 114 days away. It’ll be here before we know it! So I’ve got just a bunch of miscellaneous items here First, congratulations to Jane on picking up a more active position in the sailing instructor cadre at the Naval Station. I can’t think …
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Oct 02 2019
The End Is In Sight
Hard to believe that we are approaching the end. This coming Sunday is our final race, the last JYC of the fall series. We’ve been fairly consistent and I think we’ll land on about a 4th. Coincidentally, we also found a 4th in a super breezy Sail For Hope and a 4th in the Twenty …
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Sep 03 2019
Catching Up
We’ve had quite the run the last couple of weeks. After Ida we had the Prince Henry race — the navigator’s race for the Twenty Hundred Club Saturday before last. Very ably directed by birthday boy Marky B we racked up 36nm of distance in a mostly light air event. We managed to get all …
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Aug 29 2019
Ida
After a couple of missed years we finally brought the pieces together for an amazing race. Conditions were pleasant, with moderate breeze out of the SE most of the entire race. The angle and pressure helped us get the most from Spirit as we were the smallest/lightest boat of the fleet. : ) We also …
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Aug 19 2019
J/Fest — A time to learn
A good regatta in terms of learning. Carter really brought a focus on the details. Breeze for Day One added some excitement and once we got into a groove we were closer in the hunt on Day Two. Racing was perhaps a bit frustrating given the format and inherent PHRF shortcomings between boats, somewhat magnified …
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Jul 22 2019
Cuttyhunk!
Another great Cuttyhunk event. Perfect reaching conditions for us and it showed. Had a good start while exiting the harbor and the A0 was working for us until things got funky by Fort Wetherill. We found a great current outflow (please all: remember what that looks like!) and in the light air it really kept …
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Jul 22 2019
EGYC
Once again we won the weekend! hahaha The actual race, not so much, with a 9/14. BUT, I think we were literally just a minute or two out of THIRD — we saw Dark Star finish right in front of us and they were 4th. We had a pretty tight wrap going on the downwind …
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Jul 22 2019
Catching Up: JYC
We are getting into a nice groove with the start of the summer series. New found windward AND leeward speed is helping us get in front (and gain clear air) and then hold it in the downwind. “White Lightning” is a pleasure to sail and is delivering in both lighter air and in a breeze. …
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Jun 20 2019
NYYC Done; Around Aquidneck Up Next
A quick update here as we have done a few more races since my last update. Spirit continues to show excellent upwind performance as I mentioned in my last update. This was particularly tested last weekend during the three-day NYYC Annual in winds ranging from about 12-25. The helm is far better balanced and with …
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Upcoming Events
Twenty Hundred Club Bridge Fiasco @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay THC USA NortheastIn 3 days Sat. May 17th, 2025 @ 7:30AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sat. May 17th @ 7:30AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Twenty Hundred Club Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Race Results, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Single Race Registration Race Results: Race Results
This is a free race for any Twenty Hundred Club member and requires separate race registration. It is not included in the Membership + Race Package. Click on the Race Page link to register. Start 0900 @ Vicinity of Halfway Rock Post # 1730 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Spring Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastIn 6 days Tue. May 20th, 2025 @ 4:30PM - 7:15PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Tue. May 20th @ 4:30PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Sailing Instructions
JYC Spring Series Tuesday night weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1800. Post # 1777 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Spring Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastIn 13 days Tue. May 27th, 2025 @ 4:30PM - 7:15PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Tue. May 27th @ 4:30PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Sailing Instructions
JYC Spring Series Tuesday night weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1800. Post # 1778 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Rhody Regatta @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastIn 17 days Sat. May 31st, 2025 @ 10:00AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sat. May 31st @ 10:00AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: IYAC Registration: Link Registered: No Crew List, Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, RC Announcements, Registration List, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Starting Sequence
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Coaching Session w/ Moose @ Navy Marina Slip A41In 18 days Sun. Jun 1st, 2025 @ 12:00PM - 4:00PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Jun 1st @ 12:00PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USA
This is a half day coaching session w/ Moose in his chase boat. No limit to the number of participants. Time may shift around a little but aiming for June 1st. Primary focus will be on jib and main trim, sail shape, inhaulers, backstay etc, Post # 1812 |
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Recent Results
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JYC Spring Series JYC Spring Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay Newport USA NortheastTue. May 13th, 2025 @ 4:30PM - 7:15PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Tue. May 13th @ 4:30PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Yes Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Sailing Instructions Race Results: 6 of 7
JYC Spring Series Tuesday night weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1800. Post # 1729 | 5/13/2025 | 6 of 7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Fall Series JYC Fall Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay NewportSun. Oct 6th, 2024 @ 12:00PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Oct 6th @ 12:00PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Paid Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions Race Results: 5 of 6, Series Results: DNQ
JYC Fall Series Sunday afternoon weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1330. Post # 1679 | 10/6/2024 | 5 of 6 / DNQ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
JYC Fall Series JYC Fall Series @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: JYC Narragansett Bay NewportSun. Sep 29th, 2024 @ 12:00PM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Sep 29th @ 12:00PM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Jamestown YC Registration: Link Registered: Yes Fees Paid: Paid Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions Race Results: 2 of 4, Series Results: Series
JYC Fall Series Sunday afternoon weekly. The warning signal for the first class is approximately 1330. Post # 1678 | 9/29/2024 | 2 of 4 / Series | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sail for Hope Sail for Hope @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay NewportSat. Sep 28th, 2024 @ 9:30AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sat. Sep 28th @ 9:30AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Sail Newport Registration: Link Registered: No Charity Donation, Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Party Tickets, RC Announcements, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Starting Sequence, Waiver Form, Waiver Status Race Results: 5 of 7 , Series Results: Class: 5 of 7, Fleet: 17 of 65
1100 Initial Warning Signal for starts near Rose Island Party After racing at Newport Shipyard Please consider supporting the charities that Sail for Hope is raising money for (Warrior Sailing, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Sail Newport Financial Aid Fund) at this link. When making a donation put J/92s Spirit in the boat name field. Pass this on to friends and families. Post # 1632 | 9/28/2024 | 5 of 7 / Class: 5 of 7, Fleet: 17 of 65 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Conanicut ATI Race Conanicut ATI Race @ Navy Marina Slip A41TAGS: Narragansett Bay NewportSun. Sep 1st, 2024 @ 9:45AM EDTBe at Navy Marina Slip A41 - Sun. Sep 1st @ 9:45AM EDT17 Perry Rd, Newport, RI 02841, USAClub Website: Conanicut YC Registration: Link Registered: No Event Contacts, Event Documents, Notice of Race, Notice Board, Party Tickets, RC Announcements, Scratch Sheet, Sailing Instructions, Starting Sequence Race Results: 7 of 8 , Series Results: Class: 7 of 8, Fleet: 39 of 73
Conanicut Around the Island Race with a party afterwards at Conanicut YC. | 9/1/2024 | 7 of 8 / Class: 7 of 8, Fleet: 39 of 73 |
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- Bill on PHRF Narragansett Bay Annual Meeting (Zoom) at 12/24/2021 01:35PM
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Thanks Bill. Good times despite a slow start. Vento was missed! Odyssey retired.
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Just a little test of new photo capability! Plus it's Spirit!
Thanks Bill. Good times despite a slow start. Vento was missed! Odyssey retired.