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SHTP 2012- who's doing it?

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ronnie simpson

Peterson 34 "QUIVER"
There was a thread like this for 2010. Who's really planning on doing the race, and where are they in their preparations? This thread isn't so much for discussion about the race, just curious as to how many skippers are actively planning on racing to Kauai.

I'll start it off.

Me. I'm definitely planning on the race and am actively preparing.

Who else?
 
2012 Transpac

Harrier stays pretty much in ready condition...
Can't predict the skipper. That;s a YEAR from now!
 
To make it more informative, please list boat type and hailing port.

Chippewa- Albin Cumulus 28- Alameda, CA
WAFI- Prototype Mini- Redwood City, CA
*Harrier- Finn Flyer 31- Los Angeles
xpression- c&c 110- bay area

(change if i got hailing port wrong)

* indicates that you've done the race 11 times or more.
 
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Harrier said:
So when is the start?
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I worked it out several weeks ago and June 30th looked good. For a Saturday with a mid-day ebb that was the only option unless we wanted to start the same day as Pac Cup, or even later in July.

If it's June 30th, it appeared going back to a Noon start would be good (vs. 1100 last time).

But it's up to AJ . . .
 
moon in sky

I'm not going, but even though an ebb for the start is nice (you can always change the start time for that), better might be to have some moon during the nights.

June 4 and July 8 are the full moons during that time. So the end of June start sounds appropriate for that.

Agree that if its overcast it wont matter, but that would be the same as trying to guarantee a stable high a year in advance :)

Wish I was preparing with the rest of you...
 
Hello future 2012 SHTP Skippers

It is my intention to start the race on June 30th, 2012.

Slack is at 10:56am
Max ebb is .7 kts at 1:14pm.

Not a huge ebb, but better than a flood! I do believe we will push back the start to 12noon, with class divisions starting every 10 minutes after.

Much more to follow, but all I can say now is Tree Time!!!!

AJ Goldman
Chair, 2012 SHTP
 
Bug Light cocktail
Difficulty: Medium
Preparation Time: 6 months–∞
Cost: $$$$$

Ingredients:
-1 can Bug Light
-1 fresh BugLighter
-1.643 × 10^20 gallons ocean water (chilled)
-1 can whoop-ass (optional)

Preparation:
Open the can of Bug Light and pour into a boat-shaped cocktail shaker of your choice. Add the BugLighter. Pour some of the ocean water into the shaker. The smaller the shaker, the more water you should add. Be sure to leave enough water to float the shaker. Shake vigorously for 2-5 days, then let sit for 1-3 days, stirring occasionally. Finally, shake continuously for 1-2 weeks, while slowly warming the water to 85 degrees. Garnish with tropical fruit.

Serving Notes:
The final product will have a pungent, unpleasant smell, but a sweet and mellow taste. Best served alone, or as accompaniment to freeze-dried meals or fresh-caught mahi mahi.

Tip:
For a slightly sweeter version of this cocktail, add a can of whoop-ass, and shake more vigorously. It helps to have a larger, lighter, and more expensive shaker. This version will be ready to serve a little sooner.

Notes:
When you are done enjoying your Bug Light, save your BugLighter and dry it out in the sun for a few days before putting it back in the fridge. In a few years your BugLighter will be fresh again and ready to make another delicious cocktail. Some BugLighters can be reused this way many, many times.
 
Outstanding!

The whoop-ass can be hard to source. Subject bartender had plenty though.
 
Hey Ronnie: I met you guys last year at Marina Park before the 2010 shtp. I was getting ready to do Pac Cup on my Hobie 33 "Por Favor" and am now prepairing for 2012 shtp. I've met with Adrian on Idefix at Swiftsure in Victoria, sounds like he is going again and i've been in contact with Reed Bernhart Hobie 33 "Bloodhound" who sounds keen to do it. Por Favor is pretty well ready to go anytime. June 30 start sounds good, I should still be able to attend my daughter's grad. Look forward to communicating with you guys. John
 
Por Sailor,

I remember exactly who you are. Wow! A Hobie 33 entering the SHTP! That's awesome! I now work at the West Marine Rig shop here in Alameda, and our shop is going to extend some good discounts to SHTP entrants, so if you need anything at all, please let me know and i'll do whatever I can to help. Also, make sure you contact Allan Weaver back here at Marine Village Yacht Harbor. He is a huge fan of the SHTP and always hooks up all of the skippers. Idefix and the General stayed here last time. We are hoping to get 6-10 boats at my marina and have our own "Tree Time" Alameda version.

Really happy to hear that you are going to join the race. With you and Adrian bringing up a strong PNW ULDB contingent, us Bay Area guys better step it up!!!

PM if you need anything,

Ronnie
 
Excellent, John. I've been in touch with one or two more guys in the Seattle area who are getting their boats ready. It's still early in the game, but we could have a whole flotilla of boats from the Salish Sea...
 
Green Buffalo is "doing it"

Green Buffalo a Cal 40 is "doing it"
First time "alone" though the boat and skipper already know the way. Last time I was in Hanalei was after the 1986 PacCup... many moons ago... looking forward to getting re-acquainted1
 
Slacker is in

Pretty sure will be there on June 30th. First time for the boat and skipper. Will do a repeat of the Guadalupe Island Race next year also as a shake down.

Probably looking at sailing the boat back also.

Whitall
Slacker
 
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