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2020 Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race Participants

I also agree with Solo....
The Shaka Challenge could be the second longest running Singlehanded to Hawaii event on the West Coast if they just pushed their scheduling to Odd Years; and it would actually draw more people into cultivating a history and tradition that has taken the SSS years to develop. There is a real easy fix here....Who from the Shaka Challenge cares to comment? SHTP 2020.....SCTP 2021.....
 
Gamayun said:
This thread is one symptom of the reason I'm moving away from the SSS and planning on doing other things. I'll keep in touch with those I consider friends but the closed-minded mentality that leads to thinking, "this is our race, go away" boggles my mind. It's just sad. But, hey, this is not my fight. I'd rather walk away and be happy for the great memories.
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I am sorry to read comments like this but I can understand both viewpoints.

The SSS has two major assets going for it. One is the current group of folks that participate in the races and discussions. The second asset is the SSS history.

My only contact is the forum and a trickle of event participation. There must be a lot of other discussion that I am unaware of.

Per AlanH comments in another topic, it seems communication / discussion between decision makers and general membership could be better. In other volunteer groups, an annual general meeting to present and discuss was good. The folks that participate and do the work - get to make the decisions. Hopefully the general membership relays their concerns.

It's all my humble opinion as a bystander.

Ants
 
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Wouldn't it be Amazing if there was a singlehanded and/or doublehanded race from California to Tahiti? 2021...2023? 3,570 miles...
 
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I messed around with this a few years ago. It's doable but the logistics are a bit daunting for regular working stiffs like us.

But if you want it bad enough...
 
BobJ said:
I messed around with this a few years ago. It's doable but the logistics are a bit daunting for regular working stiffs like us.

But if you want it bad enough...
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I was thinking about it as an option in the future for our sister organization in So Cal.
 
Got it.

Then if the SSS wanted to race to Tahiti, we'd have to do it in different years and to a different destination.

(Sarcasm)
 
Crazy Uncle Carl
With toil and sacrifice behind us, and more to see
Our old souls head to sea for serenity.
Middle names Danger we go together
Hoping for no drama no matter the weather.
Most say we're crazy, no doubt that's true
But we have each other's backs, just like family.
 
Ragnar said:
Crazy Uncle Carl
With toil and sacrifice behind us, and more to see
Our old souls head to sea for serenity.
Middle names Danger we go together
Hoping for no drama no matter the weather.
Most say we're crazy, no doubt that's true
But we have each other's backs, just like family.
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That’s very nice. Why that title?
 
Philpott said:
That’s very nice. Why that title?
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I'm pretty sure I get it, but I look forward to clarification over a beer one day.

Related to this - The General, who lives in the Carolinas, keeps his boat in MDR and is as much an SSS'er as there ever was, turns 90 on December 11th.
 
Regarding the Shaka Challenge finishing with the SHTP... was texting with Jerome Sammarcelli this morning, he said the Shaka is ending in Honolulu. What the heck?? Maybe they're not really firm on the details yet.. I went to their website and couldn't find any info about the Shaka except the date.. June 27th.
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And we have a new boat registered for this fine experience, this thing we call The Race, hailing from Missoula, Montana (cowboy country, home also to our friend Shad s/v Dark Horse)

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Winner of everything LongPac, here is Falk Meissner, registered for the 2020 Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race:

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And our newest contestant, from Sunny Southern California is ....

And you thought we would only have six. No! We have SEVEN!


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Oh, my! Two new boats in one day. This is almost too exciting. That brings the number to 9 (count 'em, NINE) sailors we'll have to scoop up in Hanalei Bay. This summer everyone will be greeted by the drink of choice. With paper umbrellas. That's a promise.

Here is the magnificent MOUTON NOIR, driven by the no less magnificent Mike Jefferson:

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Too bad, no photograph is yet available for the Westsail, HULA, but here is the updated list:

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Keep 'em coming.
 
Number Ten: SURPRISE!

After spending untold millions on his boat, Mr Scottish Accountant doesn't want to pay the extra $50 charge that tomorrow's registration would incur.

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The kicker: Greg Nelsen agreed to make him an emergency rudder.

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Photo of the s/v Surprise! by Steve Green
 
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Y'all know that Bill Stange held the fastest elapsed time record for the SHTP for many, many years?

Welcome back, Bill. That Westsail will be a different ride from your Olson 30! I look forward to meeting you!
 
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