BSC NEWS
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New Women's Soling Racing Series
We're excited to announce the addition of a new Women's Soling Racing series! The series will begin on June 2, and run every other Monday through August 25. Skipper spots are designated for women only, although crew spots are available for both men and women.
Women skippers who already have full crew are invited to purchase a boat (three spots) for the series. The price for BSC members is $500, and $750 for non-members. |
For those who want to crew on a per-night basis, the member price is $35, and the non-member price is $45.
Guest speakers will be on hand to give a post-race chalk talk throughout the series, including Ken Legler and others.
Please contact the office for more information or to sign up! |
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Another New Boat for the Cruising Fleet
We are pleased to announce the addition of a new Beneteau 36.7 to our Cruising 35 fleet. This addition provides additional capacity in the C35 membership which will maintain our high standards for member access to boats during the season, and the boat itself represents an infusion of racing pedigree to the Cruising fleet that will be an exciting addition for many of the members.
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| Regardless of whether one races or not, the Beneteau 36.7 , designed by Bruce Farr, offers excellent sailing and handling characteristics, combined with a beautiful interior that is suitable for cruising. These factors explain why the boat has become hugely popular throughout the US and the world. While not as spacious down below as the new Beneteau 343s, the 36.7 offers a comfortable interior that is fully functional. BSC will outfit the boat with a chart plotter and electronics, asymmetrical spinnaker, and a roller furling headsail. The boat will be available to members in mid June. |
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Henri Lloyd Gear
The Boston Sailing Center now offers Henri Lloyd gear and a 15% discount for members. Join us on May 13th for a
preview of the full line. Jeff Earl from Henri Lloyd North America will be on hand with gear samples and to answer questions. Complimentary snacks, beer and wine will be provided.
In addition, Soling Racing members can bring their crew and practice before hand. The race committee will be on station for practice starts beginning at 6:00pm. Non racing members can reserve a boat for a quick sail before the event or check out one of our new Beneteau 343s at the dock.
Please contact the office if you plan on attending. |
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Frostbite Racing 2008 Results
The 2007-2008 Frostbite Racing season came to a close on Saturday, March 22 with a J-24 Fleet race around the harbor islands, and the Olson-25 Match Race Championships. It was clear and windy, making for excellent (if chilly) conditions for the final day of the Frostbite season. John Powers took 1st in the Island Race, and Connor Hayes (driving for Les Beckwith) captured the Match Racing title, going undefeated in six matches. Former owner Dave Franzel was the overall J-24 Fleet Racing champion for the season. Click here for full results and photos.
The start of the J-24 Island Race on 3/22/08. |
Fleet Upgrades for 2008
We are excited to announce the addition of three new boats to our cruising fleet. As a result, cruising members at all levels will have access to larger, better equipped boats.
We are pleased to add a brand new Hanse 400 to the Cruising 40 fleet, Blue Sky. This high performance cruiser joins the two Bavaria 37s and the C&C38 to offer members the latest in comfort and handling.
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Hanse 400
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Beneteau 343 |
In the Cruising 35 category we have added two identical brand new Beneteau 343s. This category also includes the two Beneteau 35s5s.
The two C&C 34s which were previously in the Cruising 35 category, join the two J-30s and the Olson 911 in the Cruising 30 membership. As part of the restructuring, the C&C 33s, Julia and Yellow Jacket, will retire from the fleet.
In addition to the brand new boats we have upgraded the Mid-Range fleet by replacing four of the older J-24s with newer ones.
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BSC's Greg Anthony Takes 2nd at Sonar Worlds - September 2007
Greg Anthony — Tuesday night race committee guru at the BSC — captured the second place trophy at the 2007 Sperry Top-Sider Sonar World Championship, September 16th through 23rd at the Eastern Yacht Club in Marblehead. Full results can be viewed on the race website.
BSC Member Sted Beckwith Honored with Ben Smith Race Week Trophy - September 2007
Longtime BSC Member and racer Sted Beckwith was recently honored with the Ben Smith Race Week Trophy awarded for “Above and Beyond” contribution to raceweek by an Etchells Fleet 4 member. The trophy is on display in the Corinthian Yacht Club in Marblehead. You can read more about the award on the Etchells 4 website.
Dave Carlson named Best Sailing Instructor by Boston Magazine - August 2007
Boston Sailing Center's Head Instructor, Dave Carlson, was honored with the title of Best Sailing Instructor as part of Boston Magazine's 2007 Best of Boston issue. Check out a copy of the August issue, or read about him on Boston Magazine's site.
Wade Edwards Takes 2nd in Buzzards Bay Regatta - August 2007
Boston Sailing Center owner, Wade Edwards, came in second place sailing his Etchells, Riva, in the Buzzards Bay Regatta held August 3rd through 5th. For full results see the race website.
Dave Carlson wins Marblehead NOODs Regatta - July 2007
Boston Sailing Center head sailing instructor, Dave Carlson, won the J-24 Class at the National Offshore One Design (NOOD) regatta held off of Marblehead held July 27th through 29th. His crew consisted of David Bryan, Bernard Fourie, Lon Hamor, and Scott Galbreath. For full results see the Sailing World site.
Boston Sailing Center member Mark Luckes also took first place in the NOODS Etchells class on his boat, Peresozo.
BSC Member Doug Mitchell Wins Class at Beringer Bowl - July 2007
Boston Sailing Center member and Soling racer Doug Mitchell came in first place in Class A at the Beringer Bowl race from Marblehead to Provincetown held July 20th through 22nd aboard his Reichel Pugh 30, The Cone of Silence. For full results, visit the Boston Yacht Club site.
