More about the Arizona Yacht Club Cruising Events.
On a windy, puffy, shifty day, Tony Krauss of Tucson sailed a Hobie 16 to the multi-hull win and Emory Heisler and Tony Chapman took the mono-hull in an 18-foot Buccaneer—and it wasn't even close. Here's a drone video of the event, produced by Duane Darling. And here's some on-board video of Chris Smith fighting … Continue reading Tony Krauss Takes Multi, Emory Heisler & Tony Chapman Mono in the Tall Cactus
Sometimes it seems as if cruisers and racers are different breeds. One values comfort and a cocktail at anchor while the other wants screeching heel angles and screaming mark roundings. But some of us think both things are a kick and would like to see more cruisers try racing. But how? And (of course) why? … Continue reading Why (and How) You Should Race Your Cruising Boat
The 2015 Tall Cactus Regatta was one to remember for the 19 boats that raced in breezy and blustery conditions. Knockdowns and round-ups were the conversation at the post-race get-together. Court Roberts, sailing his Melges 24 was first to finish the 14 nm course in just over 2 1/2 hours. The pursuit race with slower … Continue reading Court Roberts Wins Blustery Tall Cactus
The Lake Pleasant Sailing Club has decided to invite AYC members to the club's annual Cinco de Mayo Raft-up on Saturday, May 2. (Normally this big LPSC flotilla is restricted to its members.) The event is in Two Cow Cove (see map) and boats will start gathering around 1 pm. You can monitor the traffic … Continue reading LPSC Cinco de Mayo Raft-up
Here are this event’s entries and start times. How about a fun run around Lake Pleasant? That's the format for the Tall Cactus regatta this year. A straight duplicate of the Governor's Cup Regatta. If you enjoyed that one, you should like this one too. Registration is now closed for this event. Here's a link … Continue reading Tall Cactus Regatta April 25
