Time to think.

I’ve been on a short holiday over the last few days and loving the extra time I have been having to exercise, think about the boat and sailing plans in general. Still no closer to decision about Gorge, but that’s probably a little out of my hands anyway. It’s all about the moolah. or there lack of…

In the meantime, the club had it’s annual presentation night and the AGM is on next Saturday. I think it would be a good time to think about introducing windward leward courses as the club has all foilers now. We have at least one Assassin joining the fleet and should see similar numbers to last year. Probably about 13-14 registered.

Also, as few would know I have been working at CST Composites for a little while now in a Marketing/PR role. The company is happy to announce the sponsorship of the 2009 Worlds and I will be working closely with IMCA in promoting the event. I think the announcement is great news for both parties. The sponsorsip support will insure adequate funds for running of sucessfull and professional event and CST will once again be in the forefront of our technology leading class. 

Speaking of technology, CST Nano TM spars will be hitting the market in a short while. I have been testing these with Dave and will have the new mast out again this weekend. Then there is sail development in progress as well, hopefully the wind will be good for some testing.

Trailer, anyone?

I’ve just put my trailer for sale on the IMCA AUS website.(I now have two so one has to go).. Here is a photo for those interested. It’s Galvanised, 98 built and registered for 12 months. $600

Season ends…

With last race sailed on Anzac day,  this officially concludes the 08-09 sailing season.  I read an article yesterday where it mentioned taking time off after mayor regattas and winter time to reflect on your achievements and avoid “burning out”. … I’m finding it hard to do this as the weather has been near perfect last Saturday and looks  pretty good for tomorrow’s sail at Woolahra as well. Rumour is that Rohan and Rob Gough are flying in today to continue their training program with Nathan. Should be a good weekend with plenty of fast boats around…

Speaking of fast boats, I did some sailing with Dave recently and I reckon he is faster than ever. I can match him for upwind speed, but downwind he just charges ahead. If he decides to go to USA he should be a real contender for the tittle.

I still haven’t decided if I am going. For me  it’s only worth going if I have a realistic chance of being in the top few. Unfortunately I can’t afford to do it for the experience or a great holiday, as the aded costs of boat freight, insurance, regatta fees etc make it an expensive one at that. It’s also possible to imagine someone rocking up with a kick arse piece of equipment and winning on boatspeed (and skill) like Fastacraft boys found out at Garda. But than again, things have luckily changed now as I don’t think my boat is all that slow…(just take Dave out of equasion).

Lots to think about, and I will have to make a decision soon with little over 3 months to go.