The 2010 Door County Breeze hosted 23 racers, several recreational sailors, along with family and friends over the 4th of July weekend. Steve and Jan Vande Corput once again did an excellent job with the regatta. Along with their suport team they ran 9 course races plus a fantastic distance race, provided a delicious meal Saturday night, gathered local support that included numerous raffle prizes, and made sure everyone had a great time.
About half of the 2010 MOWIND Race Series has been completed, and scores have been tabulated from those reporting. Please send completed scores to Arden, ardenalan@gmail.com if your regatta is not yet included.
Scores are posted on THIS PAGE, and will be updated as new scores become available.
Remember that the Series Score is calculated by totaling your highest FIVE scores from the season. Making sure you get at least five scores registered for the season can greatly improve your ranking at year’s end. The next event on the schedule is a fun one that everyone should make a point to attend at least once: the Door County Breeze Regatta, hosted by Steve and Jan Vande Corput in Ephraim, WI over the 4th of July Weekend. I’ll see you there!
– Arden Anderson, EL-11 reporting
LEADERBOARD – June 20
A Fleet Unlimited
1st – Don Altmyer, 552 points, 4 races
2nd – Arden Anderson, 506 points, 3 races
3rd – Adam Anderson, 420 points, 3 races
A Fleet Limited 8.5
1st – Magnus Zaunmueller, 381 points, 5 races
2nd – Alex Monroe, 375 points, 3 races
3rd – Tim Cleary, 245 points, 2 races
Sport Fleet
1st – Jim Magnuson, 238 points, 5 races
2nd – Larry Reed, 236 points, 3 races
3rd – Gary Lovrine, 183 points, 2 races
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After overcast skies and rain all Saturday, the weather was a bit better on Sunday. No rain and fewer clouds, but also lighter wind. The Race Committee got us off to an early start in 5-8 mph winds on an outside loop course. Andy Gratton showed his light wind speed and took bullets in all three races. Alex Monroe also had a good showing to move into First Place in the Limited 8.5 and all the way up the 5th overall. In the Sport Fleet, Jim Magnuson and Tom Stokes sailed hard into First and Second Place, respectively.
After two days of racing the top finishers were rewarded with very impressive custom trophies that were hand made by Jeff Hegwer and his crew. I included pictures of the trophy in the Picasa album at this link.
Thanks to everyone in Worthington for making this such a great event, especially Jeff Hegwer, Jason Swanson, and the rest of the Race Committee. Even when the weather doesn’t cooperate, the people always come through to make sure the festival is a good time. Remember to come visit throughout the summer for the Midwest Speed Quest!
TOP FINISHERS
A Fleet Unlimited: (1) Arden Anderson, (2) Andy Gratton, (3) Peter Hartwich
A Fleet Limited 8.5: (1) Alex Monroe, (2) Kevin Gratton, (3) Ray Muller
Sport Fleet: (1) Jim Magnuson, (2) Tom Stoles, (3) Larry Reed
Workshop Fleet: (1) Dylan Gaskins, (2) Kale Johnson
Great side shore winds held true all day long making the windward leeward legs a true upwind and downwind workout.  The first race and last race of the day had nice 10 mph winds but the rest of races the wind was maxing out the 8.5 Prodigy Comp sails in the gusts.    Four Formula guys were completing the course in good time along with several longboards.   Ted S. showed up with a brand new Original Windsurfer and 6.0 sail and schooled the fleet in more than one race.  Below the fleet gathers at afternoon break for pizza and pop while Nat S. decorates his sail with more tape.Â
Lunch break in Patterson Park
In summary it was a perfect summer day for windsurfing, lots of sunshine, high 80’s temps, a good south breeze and great competitors.  Plan to join the fun there next time in 2011.Â
The buzz is growing for the July 17-18 Reservoir Rendezvous regatta held in New London Ohio which is located about 75 miles east of Toledo.  The reservoir is very popular with Cleveland area windsurfers.   A NOR has been posted.  If you plan to camp it’s good to call the campground now and get your name on the list to help them plan.   There will be some band music on Sat evening so bring dancing shoes.
Also coming up in Ohio on  Aug 6-7-8 with check-in parties the evening of the 5th is the Put-In-Bay I-LYA Bay Week regatta. This three day regatta takes place out on the South Bass Island in Lake Erie though most windsurfers will be staying and launching from Middle Bass.    Please note you need to register using the online system ahead of time, also you can make Miller Ferry reservations up to two weeks in advance.  I would advise going over Thursday and spending a long weekend there returning late Sunday afternoon or Monday morning.   If you can’t get off work early that week you could still sail the two weekend days of the regatta and have a great time.   The state ran campground on Middle Bass is right on the water with launch beach.   Also consider taking a bike and (lock chain) as riding is a fun way to get around the islands.   Into FaceBook? Visit Bay Week on Facebook.
Despite rain and overcast skies, Jeff Hegwer and the gang in Worthington ran 6 races today. 3 before lunch as the wind built from sub-10 up to the upper teens, and another 3 after lunch in 10-15. The afternoon races featured some “ducky drop” activity as racers tried to gather as many balls (used to use rubber ducks, hence the name) that were scattered by the support boats, all while competing in the race. The numbered balls get redeemed on shore for cash prizes, drinks, and other goodies.
Arden Anderson and Andy Gratton lead the A-Fleet with several others mixing it up for 3rd place, including Don Altmyer, Pete Hartwich, and Kevin Gratton.
Larry Reed, Jim Magnusun, and Tom Stokes are taking the top spots in Sport Fleet.
There is plenty to do in Worthington besides the windsurfing regatta. We were treated to a wonderful supper at the Keitel’s house and the unvarnished music festival will continue into the night. Click HERE for more info on the fesitval.
More racing to come on Sunday. Follow this link for the Wrap Up Report from Sunday.
