Fleet 8 had great participation in the annual races to St. Michaels and back over the Memorial Day weekend, with eleven boats racing. Pussycat won the race over on Saturday, and Finesse captured the race back on Sunday in difficult, shifty conditions. As Jim Urban said, "If one combines the two races (over and back) as a series, the top 5 boats were separated by just one point with a two way tie for first with 6 points (Ducks and Pussycat) and a three way tie for third with 7 points (Swell , Finesse and Catawampus). Pussycat takes the Peter Gookin Award on the tie breaker. Another great weekend of perfect weather and fun racing ... Thanks to Ernie for making the club so accommodating, and the club served a great dinner."
Snagglepuss wins Magothy Spring Classic in season debut
In a rare foray into the Magothy River, Fleet 8 mustered five boats for the MRSA Region 2 Spring Classic. Two races were held, and as usual the racing was tight. No boat managed to finish above mid-fleet in both races. Snagglepuss, in its season racing debut, emerged with a one-point margin over Swell and Catawampus. Peter Zahn's recap of the race can be seen
here.
Four Little Ducks Takes NOOD Regatta
Pussycat held the lead for the first two days of the regatta but suffered a total collapse in Sunday's heavier air, dropping to third place. Ducks posted a consistent set of strong finishes over eight races to capture the NOOD title. Swell was second.
2007 Fleet Awards Party posted February 3rd, 2008
The 2007 Fleet Awards Party was held on 2 February 2008 at the Severn Sailing Association in Eastport. Turnout was high, and the food was excellent!
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