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.
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Luka i reckon u should go for sure. the strong winds will suit you with your boathandling. you and dave would be top3 for sure and show them all what stgeorge is made of!!!!!!!!!
Thanks, I hope you are right… Plenty of fast boats around at the moment though. Rumour has it Paul Bieker has designed foils for some of the US guys. Something to watch out for!