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Islander 36 Association |
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Islander 36 Association |
I-36 Nationals Regatta
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Our Nationals Regatta is coming up on Saturday October 1st, hosted by Island Yacht Club in the Estuary. We would like to encourage everyone to come out and join the fleet for a really fun racing event to wrap up the season. Whether you realize it or not we are one of the most respected and longest lasting fleets in the San Francisco Bay. You would be hard pressed to find anybody who does not appreciate the sailing qualities of our amazing boats and the longevity of our fleet. I have had several long time sailors who regularly race in other fleets express interest in our Nationals Regatta. This is THE event of the year! Here's a chance for all of you who haven't raced this year in our series to get in one last day of racing before the season ends. We are racing in relatively calm waters of the Oakland Estuary. Join us and show that you haven't lost any of that pizazz. Who knows, maybe legends of the past might race - or come to share their wisdom! We've had a number of boats sold recently, so maybe the past owners will come to cheer and new owners will bring their new rides! If the last few years are any indication this is going to be a close event with a great fleet of Islanders on the line. If your haven't raced, or raced in other fleets you stand the best chance of all to really come out and surprise everyone. EVERY Islander 36 is invited. Even the die-hard cruisers. If everyone showed up that would be a really special Nationals Regatta!! And the cruisers get some choices too. First, if you'd like to crew on a boat during the Nationals, select the radio button below and add a short comment about your interest. Our fleet Captain will circulate the names of crew volunteers among the skippers and you might find yourself aboard a race boat. What a great way to learn about racing! Second, you can come out on your own boat to cheer the racers on and bring along families and friends to watch the fun. You can come by car and watch from shore, or come for the party. If you're willing, you can check the option to take some spectators along (if there are any.) In any case, just come! Everyone is invited to join in the Nibbles & Celebration with a Mexican food truck for $16 per person (checks to "I-36 Assoc." and BYOB) after the finish. So mark that calendar and make it a date - Sunday October 1-8th, the Nationals Regatta at Island YC, Alameda Marina in the Estuary. Here are the details: Two races will be scheduled, with a third if there is a tie after two races. Check in upon arrival in the starting area off Alameda Marina via Channel 72 The first race Warning Signal will be at 1225. To encourage more participation, we're going non-spinnaker this year, and we will give some rating credits to encourage participation as follows: Rating adjustments: Fixed 2 blade prop = +10 sec/mi Fixed 3 blade prop = +15 sec/mi Largest headsail is limited to 135% Tall rigs = -6 sec/mi Non-Spinnaker - no adjustment Roller furling - no adjustment Boat weight - no allowance for weight differences There is no Entry Fee for existing members. If you want to participate but have been putting off joining the association here is your chance. You can either join for the remainder of the season for $30 which includes the race or you can pay $50 and get a membership through next year! What a deal! Here are the Notice of Race , and Sailing Instructions All participants need to fill out the I-36 form below. This is important for the Race Committee and for food planning. Docking: We should be able to raft or temporarily tie up all participants for the Nibbles & Celebration party. Docking for Friday and/or Saturday night is availamle at Alameda Marina for $30 per night. Contact: info@alamedamarina.net For additional detail or questions, contact Fleet Captain Kit Wiegman. |