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Boats mix it up and jockey for position for the start of PHRF-UL-A and UL-Maxi. John Raymont’s Ker51M Fast Exit II(BYC) is to the left and Good Energy,George Hershman/ Mark Comings RP/63 (CBYC) is on the right. Coming right at us is the winner of the BEST ORR Overall Trophy - LBYC’s Doug Baker’s Peligroso, a Kernan 68.
The PHRF RACE A competitors approach the start of N2E74 with Mike Sudo’s Macondo, aBeneteau 47.7F (DRYC) to the right, Frederic Hayem’s Mister J, a J/46 (NSBYC) in the center, and Jim Puckett’s Amazing Gracea custom Farr 57 on the left. Amante(sail 77077) is in the background.
N2E, A Year of Record Winds, Wins, and Personal Records
By: KATHERINE M. CLEMENTS
ENSENADA, MEXICO— April 22 kicked off the 75th Newport to Ensenada Races. Weather reports for the April 22 start accurately predicted windy and wavy conditions. Many racers on all three courses took on Mother Nature in an epic showdown; most reported personal best times, numerous records, and came ashore with tales of blustery sailing adventures.
Rio100, a custom Bakewell White, and its crew, led by owner Manouch Moshayedi, set a new N2E elapsed time record for a monohull at 7:02:17. In addition, six out of seven boats in the Maxi Class clocked in faster than the previous record set in 2016. George Hershman and Mark Coming’s Good Energy, a Reichel Pugh 63, sistership to former record-holder Aszhous, arrived second at 8.32.49, shaving 1:02:45 off the old record.
Despite missing the record by four minutes, Saga’s finish time of 9:39.01 earned the TP52 a trip to the podium to claim PHRF UL-Maxi class honors. With a corrected time of 12:31:13, owner John Brynjolffson earned the Amigo Trophy for the fasted corrected time for a firsttime N2E skipper.
Bill Gibbs Wahoo, whose arrival at 9:23:19 was slightly ahead of Fast Exit (9:29:00) and Zephyrus (9:29:59), set multiple personal bests aboard his Schionning GF 1400 Catamaran. Not only did NOSA’s Staff Commodore sweep the top three trophies, but he did so for the fifth time.
In 2004, 2010, and 2013 Gibbs and a crew of friends collected the coveted Tommy Bahama Trophy for Best Corrected Overall with Afterburner, a 1987 52-foot Tennant Bladerunner-designed catamaran. He returned to the podium in 2016 after Wahoo’s inaugural N2E on the Schionning, which he modestly refers to as a lightweight cruising boat.
“My boat lights up at 20 knots of wind,” said Gibbs in an N2E press release from April 25. “This was the best wind of my 21 N2E races, by far. But you have to do all the races in order to be there for the special ones like this.”
Despite blowing out a spinnaker off San Diego, the crew bested Wahoo’s previous record by 90 minutes. In addition, it was reported that Wahoo got to sail in optimal conditions for much of the race, under 25 knots, TWS sailing downwind.
“Thanks to my great crew without whom this would not have been possible,” said Gibbs.
Sailing back to the podium, Gibbs also collected the Stern Choy Trophy for Best Corrected – Catamaran, the Alice Pursell Perpetual Trophy for First to Finish Multihull, and the President of NOSA Trophy for Best Corrected Multihull.
Gibbs will have his name etched 31 times onto five N2E trophies.
If You Can’t Take the Heat, Get Out of The Galley Part 1
Ahoy Sailors, now that you’ve learned how to anchor your vessel, let’s talk about the best ways to keep your galley organized, stable, and safe, so while you’re anchored you can make your meals. This will be a two-part lesson. Lesson one being the best way to achieve functionality of your galley, and the second lesson being boat galley safety features; stay tuned.
Boat Galley Location
From cooking and cleaning to remaining mobile and social, the location of a galley can dramatically impact your culinary experience at sea. The galley should be accessible from both the cockpit and saloon, well ventilated, and in an area that is less prone to boat roll than other areas. Placement at the foot of the boat’s companionway is ideal, as it satisfies the three considerations mentioned above. Those with multiple roles on the ship will enjoy this location as they make trips above and below deck. Each boat will have a different setup, so be sure to consider the specifics for you and your crew. What works for some will be less than ideal for others.
By: KATHERINE M. CLEMENTS
Whether setting out to travel the globe or just planning a long weekend across the bay, a functioning, secure, and wellstocked galley is the key to keeping your belly full, “hangry” sailors at bay, and your sanity in check.
Even the largest boats often have fractional galleys to what you would find in the average home. The lack of space, coupled with the constant movement, tropical nuisances, and limited power, could make the galley your worst nightmare. However, with a few essential tips and some thoughtful planning, you can avoid many common mistakes and start whipping up delicious creations in no time. Here are tips to keep your galley secured and functional while fully stocked.
The Boat Galley
Boat galleys vary in a ton of different ways. Size, layout, storage, proximity – the list goes on. Each boat will require a slightly different setup than the next, but certain features are beneficial.
Boat Galley Layout
The shape and layout of your space will dictate how you set up your kitchen and arrange your boat galley accessories. Three standard configurations for a boat galley exist – Linear, L-Shaped, or U-Shaped. L-Shaped and U-Shaped galleys are more commonly found on offshore cruisers, as the design provides more support and security when the boat rolls. They also keep spaces and cooking accessories nearby for a busy evening as the lead cook.
While these confined layouts are more suitable for safety and convenience, they reduce the kitchen’s overall ability to be creative. Less space means you have to be more mindful of the equipment you’re using and how many dishes you can prepare at once. It would be best if you determined your galley’s layout by evaluating how many people are on board, how often you’ll be cooking during open-water passages, and how creative a cook you are in the first place.
A gimbal is a single-axis support system on which objects pivot to stay level, even when their surroundings are not. Having gimbaled boat appliances is essential to cooking safely, especially when making long passages in inclement weather. The most common boat appliance to mount on a gimbal is a stove and oven. Gimballed boat appliances are lockable when not in use, so you can use the equipment as usual when at anchor or docked in the marina.
Silicone is Your Friend
Silicone is the new “it” girl. They make several products now out of silicone that are perfect for space-saving in the galley. From collapsible mixing bowls and measuring cups to cookie sheets and pot lids that don’t make a sound. It is durable and flexible, but silicon is easy to clean, heat resistant, and affordable. Plus, they make them in great colors and funky patterns, making them both functional and stylish.
Plus, when your sailboat hits rough waters, silicon doesn’t shatter when it falls from the cabinet (which is also preventable).
Logical Refrigeration Placement
While modern boat galleys are becoming more logical in their design and layout, things often leave us scratching our heads when looking at older vessels. Unfortunately, one of the most common issues is the placement of refrigeration and freezer units. Due to space restrictions or simple neglect, these cooling units are often installed near engine rooms, ovens, or in areas with minimal ventilation. Place in these areas will drastically reduce energy efficiency and driveup costs for obvious reasons. Therefore, when looking to buy a used boat or renovate your existing galley, make energy efficiency a primary consideration. When designing the layout of your galley, make it your top priority to keep the refrigerator away from the engine compartment if space and layout permit (generator compartment if that’s an issue, too). The second priority would be to keep the refrigerator away from the hull and where the sun can heat it. The more it’s away from anywhere that sun will beat down on it (such as next to the companionway), the better.
While this is a subjective opinion, many offshore cruisers prefer to equip their boat’s galley with a deep, double-basin sink. Deeper basins offer a few advantages. The main advantage is to soak your dishes without worrying about water overflowing when the boat rolls. However, if you’re only cooking for a few people, you can manage this with a shallow sink as well. The selling point for most is the double basins. You can use one for washing and draining with two basins while the other serves as a soaking station. After all, efficiency is the game’s name in such a small and limited cooking space. If you aren’t using one of the basins, you can increase your counter space by placing a fitted cutting board or surface over the second basin. Depending on the meal, you may require more space or an assistant in the kitchen.
Locking Cupboard, Drawer, and Oven Latches
Installing lockable latches to anything with a swinging door or a sliding drawer is the best way to prevent things from coming open during a passage. Not only are you risking breaking your kitchenware, but you’re potentially turning ordinary household items into dangerous, high-speed projectiles. These latches are cheap, easy to install, and provide peace of mind for a more relaxed journey.
Vertical Cupboard Dowels
Another infinitely helpful boat galley accessory is vertical dowels, installations to keep glasses in place and prevent breakage. You can also use dowels to stack plates and bowls, although most find the best use to hold their wine glasses and beer mugs. These are an alternative option to using silicone plates and drinkware.
Wall-Mounted Racks
Having wall-mounted racks in strategic locations around the galley can help the chef stay organized and uncluttered without sacrificing accessibility for items like oil and spices. If your wall rack doesn’t have a security band or horizontal dowel to keep items secure, you can easily install a bungee cord to keep things from moving around.
N2E
From page 20
Standish Fleming’s Nereid, a classic 1999 J125, also reported extraordinary conditions; the fastest breeze of any race he’s done.
“We were 30 miles south of the Coronado Islands before dark!” said Fleming. “That’s unheard of; incredible.”
Although this was Nereid’s first N2E, having purchased it in only 2019, Nerid took home the City of Newport Beach Trophy for best UL-B class at the start of N2E 2022.
This win was notable because Fleming took home the President of USA Trophy for Best Corrected – All PHRF, but it was crewmember John Shampain’s fourth trip to the podium to claim top honors.
Nereid also took home the City of Newport Beach for best UL-B class and was part of the Cortez Racing Association that ended Dana Point Yacht Club’s decade-plus-long reign as the yacht club with the most entries.
Dan Rossen Problem Child, a B32, and sole crewmate Richard Whitely successfully defended their double-handed winning streak and claimed the Volvo Best Corrected Trophy for a 10th straight time. \PHRF A Class winner, David Chase of Uhambo, said they raised a code zero sail at the start and took off. The -17 time N2E sailor said their race was the fastest ever by far. It was also the first time Uhambo, named for a South African term meaning journey, saw the Coronado Islands in daylight.
In the CRUZ classes, NOSA Director David Normandin sailed home on April 24 with a crew of highly successful sailing friends and all four trophies. Flying a SDYC burgee, the sweep was yet another by Freedom, a Beneteau 55OC. It included the Almon Lockaby Trophy for CRUZ SPIN A, the Secretary of Foreign Relations-Mexico Trophy for Best Elapsed – Cruz, and the Beneteau Trophy for – Best Corrected Beneteau.
Andy Horning’s Day Tripper II placed third in PHRF-C, ending his multipleyear streak this year thanks to a couple of breakages in what he called a wild and woolly race. Befittingly, he was one of the three boats that claimed the Storm Trysail Team Trophy. Horning recalled being passed on the course by Rio100, calling the experience “otherworldly and amazing.”
Peter Isler accepted the NOSA Trophy for Best Elapsed Time – Overall on behalf of Rio100 and Moshayedi.
Rio100’s record-setting crew, flying under the St. Francis Yacht Club burgee, was manned by Manouch Moshayedi, Sebastian Moshayedi, Jeff Messano (Boat Captain), Peter Isler (Navigator), Morgan Gutenkunst (Tactician), Jesse Fielding (Strategist), Matt Noble, Marco Constant, Joseph Penrod, Ethan Doyle, Giovani Morelli, James Espey, Scott Tompkins, Scott Ewing, Chris Schubert, and Don Cianto.
Tomol broke the previous record for funds brought in by a single ship at $3,800.
Jordan B. Darling Photo
By: JORDAN B. DARLING
DANA POINT— The Dana West Yacht Club will host the 25th Annual Sailing for Life Regatta, supporting the American Cancer Society from June 3-5.
The regatta has three days of races and other events participants can take part in raising funds for the American Cancer Society.
The regatta is governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing and is open to boats in the PHRF monohull class and accepted One-Design Classes. Boats must be over 21 feet in length and have a current valid rating and certificate for the class they are entering; boats without a rating will be assigned one.
There is a $95 entry fee, $90 for members of US Sailing with a valid USSA membership card, due by June 1.
There are three courses set for the weekend, Newport to Dana Point on June 3, Drop Bouy and Random Leg races near Dana Point Harbor on June 4, and another set of Random Leg races on June 5.
A pledge sheet is attached to the bottom of the Notice of Race for captains and their crew to raise funds for the charity; the pledge sheet is due by June 4 at 5 p.m.
The club’s goal is to raise $60,000 this year, almost $7,000 more than the $53,325 the club raised in 2021.
Tomol, skippered by Griesbach and Langan, brought in $3,800, breaking the record for donations brought in by a single boat.
Aside from the three days of racing DWYC will also host a dinghy poker run and virtual auction to help raise money.
Daily, overall, and perpetual trophies will be awarded throughout the weekend, including Top Fund Raiser for the Charity, PHRF Overall, Wesley Hawkins Trophy, Cruising Fleet Overall, and Jim Ferguson Trophy.
Interested parties can enter online at https://www.regattanetwork.com/ event/24354.
For more information, see the DWYC website at https://dwyc.org/. ON THE HORIZONS
By: JORDAN B. DARLING
Finn US National Championship (May 19-22)
LONG BEACH— The Finn US National Championship will be hosted at the Alamitos Bay Yacht Club on May 19-22. The championship is open to boats of the Finn Class whose skipper is a member of the Finn Class Association as of May 19. The regatta is governed by rules set by the Racing Rules of Sailing with the addition of; helping to recover from the water and return on board a crew member, provided the return on board is at the approximate location of the recovery. The regatta will be hosted in the waters of San Pedro Bay outside the Long Beach Breakwater or inside the breakwater in the vicinity of Belmont Pier. Courses will be sailed in a windward and leeward configuration. Entries will be accepted online until May 18. There is a $185 fee to enter the race; the fee includes boat storage from the Saturday before the regatta through the Wednesday following the regatta. The fee also includes racing, post-race hors d’oeuvres, beverages/ beer, one ticket for the Saturday evening dinner, and the Sunday awards. Additional dinners can be reserved for $35 at registration. For more information, see https://www.regattanetwork. com/event/23833.
2022 Sundown Se ries (May 20) MARINA DEL REY— The second race of the Del Rey Yacht Club 2022 Sundown Series is scheduled for May 20 at 5:55 p.m. in Marina del Rey Harbor. The six-race series held on Fridays throughout 2022 is governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing. No spinnakers will be allowed in this series. The event is open to all sailboats between 14 and 50-feet in overall length. There will be three divisions: performance, cruising, and dinghy. Boats can be reassigned from the cruising division to the performance division. When the race starts, participants will sail out of the main channel through the North Entrance and will return to the marina through the south entrance without crossing the “No Sail” buoys on the north side of the entrance channel. The finish line will be in the center of the channel. There is a $5 entry fee per race. The deadline to register for each race is 3 p.m. on the day of the race. Interested parties can register online at the DRYC website https://dryc.org/ RACING/Races-Notices_(3).
San Diego Coastal Cup (May 27-29) SAN DIEGO— The San Diego Coastal Cup, a three-part regatta, will take place Memorial Day weekend, starting with the new San Diego Pursuit to Mission Bay on May 27. The following two legs will take sailors through the Butler Invitational from Mission Bay to Oceanside on May 28 and the Oceanside to San Diego Race on May 29. The regatta is hosted by the Mission Bay Yacht Club, Oceanside Yacht Club, and Southwestern Yacht Club and is a PHRF San Diego Annual Championship event. With a valid rating certificate, the regatta is open to all offshore racing boats greater than 20 feet in overall length. The regatta is ruled by the Racing Rules of Sailing, and US Sailing Nearshore Safety Equipment is required in addition to all required USCG boating requirements. There will be post-race events throughout the weekend at the hosting yacht clubs. There is a 50-boat cap on entries due to limited-slip space in Oceanside. Entries have to be in by 5 p.m. on May 25. Entry fees are up to 30 feet LOA $75, 31-39 feet LOA $85, 40 feet and longer $95. For more information, visit https://sdcoastalcup.com/.
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