Having raced all my life starting with Opti's, Thistles and several keel boats I, at age 70, cannot quit. While I still have keel boat that I use mainly for cruising and a few fun races, I now do my main racing one design on a Cal 20 that I own with 2 life long buddies. We have 45 Cals in the fleet and get 5 to 20 boats out the various regattas and series. While I sometimes miss the big boat racing, I do not miss the huge expenses and hassles of organizing 8 or more to crew. When ever I get the bug to race my 44 I get over it quickly by calling my friend at North Sails for a quote on some new go fast sails. For less than half the price of a new a new racing main I can buy a jib, main and spinnaker for the Cal.
For cruising we have spent about a month each summer in Puget Sound, San Juans and Gulf Islands. I am hoping to take the boat to Mexico next winter. I say hoping as the Admiral doesn't about this plan yet. I am waiting for the opportune time to make my pitch. Fred Hazzard S/V Fury C&C 44 Portland, Or From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Edd Schillay Sent: Monday, December 17, 2012 1:30 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Stus-List Transitioning from Racing to Cruising? Listers, Though I thought this day would never come (and I'm not saying it has yet), but given the difficulties in lining up crew, keeping them committed on a regular basis, and the costs, I'd like to know people's experiences in transitioning from racing their C&C to a life of cruising. Anyone here done it? Are you happy you did? I'm very curious to hear your stories, including the successes and regrets, if any. All the best, Edd Edd M. Schillay Starship Enterprise C&C 37/40+ | Sail No: NCC-1701-B City Island, NY Starship Enterprise's Captain's Log Website <http://ncc1701a.blogspot.com/>
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