Half Moon Bay, CA
The 2011 edition of the North American Championship was held in Half Moon Bay in the friendliest Yacht Club for the Coronado 15 class under near perfect conditions.
The participation this year was somewhat a disappointment as only one boat came from Southern California and 3 boats came from the Sacramento area. While lightly attended, this did not affect the spirits of the racers and the local boats were thrilled to see competition visit the waters of Pillar Point harbor.
On Friday, the weather was light and remained overcast for the entire day. Yet Richard Calabrese, the PRO was able to give us enough races to complete the Syd Corp Series.Dave Rumbaugh took the lead from the beginning and never let anyone get too close. Kiersten was able to demonstrate her incredible speed going down wind and secured a 2nd place with brand C15 crew Kendall Ermshar.
Charlie Quest had difficulties with his new boat so he was unable to fully show off his local knowledge. Charlie's boat was new in the sense that it did not look much like a boat the day before the races without a centerboard and many other critical components. In true Charlie fashion, the boat came together the morning of the race and Friday's sea trials revealed that the centerboard did not go down to its full position.
A Story of Re-Entry Into Sailboat Racing at the 2008 C-15 North American Championships
