Sailing on Winnipesaukee - June 19

[painthappy]

Had a great time sailing... Was a bit too windy Sunday when we first went out. Only needed the main sail. But after the wind calmed down a bit we were able to raise the jib and run back upwind on a close reach.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2768/5852495819_0a7a975e66_z.jpg


Here's the video!

http://vimeo.com/25374693


There was very few boats out on the water. Very sad to see on such a beautiful day with plenty of wind to share.

See you on the water!


Carter

[NH_boater]

Wind was serious in Alton Bay on Father's Day. Produced good chop in Broads and mouth of the bay. Still a lovely day, went swimming with my daughter. 10 year olds can swim all day in the cold water........

[garysanfran]

I'm envious. It looks like a gorgeous day for a relaxing sail.

Here's a typical day on San Francisco Bay, in contrast, as Team Oracle practiced for the America's Cup last week...Sorry, you'll have to copy and paste the address. I can't get it to post as a hyperlink. Worth the effort.

http://www.sail-world.com/USA/Americas-Cup:-Coutts-capsizes-in-San-Francisco---crew-injured-+-Video/84704"]http://http://www.sail-world.com/USA/Americas-Cup:-Coutts-capsizes-in-San-Francisco---crew-injured-+-Video/84704

[garysanfran]

http://www.sail-world.com/USA/Americas-Cup:-Coutts-capsizes-in-San-Francisco---crew-injured-+-Video/84704

[painthappy]

Wow, that's the first time I've seen a boat bury it's bow and have the stern go straight up like that.

Amazing.

I have all the wind I need on this lake. I like going fast, but I also enjoy the cruising aspect where I can sail and eat / drink while underway. So I'm not a big racer... I might look into one race for the fun of it this year, but it would be for the fun of it. I've been sailing for years but now that I have my own boat I'm in charge of, I see myself pulling a ton of rookie mistakes. Re-learning has been good for me, and thankfully this lake offers me lots of opportunities to iron out those kinks.

Example: The main sail was great, but next time I'll reef it, and toss up the storm jib and see how that makes the boat go.

[CateP]

Thanks for sharing the video. Makes me want to find a way to bring my 1983 Catalina 25 with me when I move up. Sadly selling it. (Too much $$ to have it hauled up from NJ, too much $$ to store in winter and summer at marinas)

http://www.catepoole.com/Mysterious_For_Sale/Home.html

I'll be looking to crew or provide a helping hand for other sailors.