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
Sport and Workshop Fleet Results
Click HERE for the regatta report from Saturday.
– Arden Anderson, EL-11 reporting