Author Archives: Admiral Nelson

The fact that Jonathan was in another State for the whole series, Gary & Terry were in Chicago for a few weeks, and the payment of a bottle of Jack’s Cabernet given to Jack to not compete, probably had nothing … Continue reading →

It was a beautiful day for RC racing.  Although club racing was cancelled due to lack of wind, I had put out an e-mail ensuring everyone that the wind would pick up and that they should come prepared to race.  … Continue reading →

NOTICE OF RACE Canandaigua, New York    RC Laser Fleet 14 6th Annual Squaw Island Race August 27, 2016 Rules: The regatta shall be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing as amended by Appendix E for RC sailing, … Continue reading →

I stood on the dock wondering where I should set the marks to best fit the wind that was swirling around from all directions.  I came to the conclusion that a triangle would probably best fit for the day. As … Continue reading →

There is a new listing for a used RC Laser for sale.  Check it out at Pre-Owned Lasers for Sale

“IT SURE FELT LIKE ARUBA” The 10 -12 knot winds were all we needed to keep us cool on this Sunday of racing. Straight out of the south, it was easy to set a course that would be easy on … Continue reading →

We are two weeks into our summer series and it has been a test of strength, courage, and desire for everyone.  On the first Sunday of the meet we were faced with winds of 15 knots and gusts that were … Continue reading →

Knowing  that his only opposition (Jonathan) was going to be absent  for the day, Jack assured us that the series was his and did not need to be contested. As usual no one listened and forced him to take a fifth … Continue reading →

May is that month where the RCs have to start giving room to all those oversized boats that block our wind. Occasionally we run into them but no real damage appears to be done. It has been up and down series … Continue reading →

There are just 2 Sundays left for determining the order of finish for the Spring Series. Much like the Kentucky Derby it is coming down to the wire.  Jonathan Gorbold has a 1 point lead over Jack Bennett who had … Continue reading →