Author Archives: Admiral Nelson

There was plenty of wind for the RC’s this past Sunday.  The puffs were very big and visible.  Most conceded to a C sail but I was convinced that the B sail would be best if I could keep it … Continue reading →

SAILING INSTRUCTIONS Canandaigua, New York RC Laser Fleet 14 4th Annual Squaw Island Race May 24, 2014 Rules: The regatta shall be governed by the rules as defined in the current Racing Rules of Sailing, as amended by Appendix E for … Continue reading →

Ten boats competed on a perfect A sail afternoon at Holiday Harbor. We held 9 twice around windward leeward races in our 2 hour time slot and the ladies were dominant. Anne Lambert finished with 3 firsts, 1 second, and … Continue reading →

It was a warm afternoon with temps in the high 70’s and no rain.  At times the wind was light with the boats hardly moving at all and then you could see the gusts moving over the water to help … Continue reading →

Finally the boats hit the water!!!! We had some surprise visitors and some new roles required: Nels – Fleet captain took the newly donated dingy out to sea to clear away the islands of ice… with some good visualization we … Continue reading →

It has been the winter that just wouldn’t end. As of last check Canandaigua Lake was still frozen “but” that doesn’t keep the hearty from being out there (John & Russ Perrin). I have been forced to cancel the first … Continue reading →

Hi Fleet, It’s January and the holidays are behind us.  Let’s start the new year by renewing our memberships while waiting for the ice to melt. Annual dues for Fleet #14 RC Lasers expired at the end of October 2013. Your … Continue reading →

It took seven races to finally determine the order of finish for this year’s Frostbite series and in the end it was: Jonathan Gorbold Jay Niggli Terry Schmidt We held 6 races and we were all exhausted from the pressure … Continue reading →

There is a race going on between Jay Niggli (net 29) and Jonathan Gorbold (net 31) for 1st and 2nd, then you have five boats separated by only 2 points trying to capture 3rd place.  “RESULTS” Anne Lambert 38 Terry … Continue reading →

Last Sunday was Jonathan’s birthday and we were all surprised by the cake that Anna whipped up.  After the excellent stew that Mary Schmidt served “for all” Anna exposed a chocolate/raspberry/walnut  birthday cake made without flour.   I vote Jonathan have … Continue reading →