2020 FALL SAILING WRAP UP

North Sails Expert Austin Powers Shares Highlights from AYC Fall Series + Double Handed Race

This year’s edition of the AYC double handed distance race brought lots of boats, lots of competition, and a serious challenge to complete the course in less than 7 knots of wind. With three fleets: ORC1, ORC2, and a one design fleet of J/105’s (mixed crew), there was a little something for everyone who was interested in this growing discipline of the sport. The competition this year included aspiring Olympians, former America's cup sailors, Volvo Ocean race veterans, professional sailors, Father-son teams, and newlywed couples alike. With the unique challenge of sailing in the Northern bay with lots of wind changes and changing current, the course provided a true test for teams to show their skill. All in all, even with sub 7 knots, the majority of the fleet made it across the finishing line. Results for North Sails clients included: ORC 1: 1*,2,3,4,5 ORC 2: 1,3,4,5 J105: 1,2,3,4,5 The 2020 AYC fall series is underway. J/22’s, J/30’s, J/70’s, J/80’s and Viper 640’s are all on the water ready to compete in this year’s Fall series racing right in Annapolis. The racing is on the following days for the month of October 3-4th (already occurred), and the 10, 17-18. We encourage anyone in these classes to get out sailing during one of the best times of the year in Annapolis. We will check in next month at the conclusion of the series to check in the winners.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming events:

ORC East Coast Championships: October 23-25 J/70 Fall Brawl + J/80 East Coasts: October 31 - November 1 J/24 + J/22 East Coast Championships: October 17-18 J/105 + J/111 East Coast Championship: October 31 - November 1

Photo Credit: Will Keyworth

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