The final scratch sheet for Around Aquidneck is now posted and may be downloaded here: http://twentyhundredclub.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/AAR_Scratch_2017vFinal.pdf

Please note there were several changes including an adjustment to the split between Cruising I and Cruising II.  Ensure you are using the “FINAL” version.

Competitors are also encouraged to bring an appetizer to the BBQ at TYC.  There’s ample dock space for a visit — stay and have a burger before you depart for home!

Hello everyone,

A few updates here:

1)  Around Aquidneck is just a little over a week away.  We have 20 boats registered as of this writing, split between 11 in spinnaker and 9 in cruising.  Now is the time to register as we will close sign-ups on Tuesday.  We’ll post a scratch sheet and penalties shortly thereafter.

2)  Related to our racing, all of the NORs and SIs are now posted.  I really want to stress that virtually every race has had some changes to course or execution, mostly due to the decommissioning of various buoys around the bay and sound.  Bottom line is carefully read all documents.  Also, please recall that this year we are modifying the penalty system to reflect only the previous year’s performance.  Podium finishes from prior years no longer influence your penalty.

3)  Also related to our racing, I am extremely happy to announce we have gained a sponsor in Quantum Sails.  And even more exciting is that their sponsorship extends beyond just traditional monetary support, although there is some of that.  There is also a significant donation in Quantum merchandise (to be given away after our races), social hosting at TYC after the Around Aquidneck and at the Block Island BBQ, Twenty Hundred Club race marketing and visibility via Quantum’s local media presence and social media, two tailored webinars for our members on topics relevant to our racing and a “Meet Your Sailmaker” night at the Quantum loft in Newport!  Pretty great!  Quantum “gets” our type of racing and looks forward to connecting in a way that I think should be beneficial in both directions.

4)  Lastly, I am pleased to report the Vice Commodore position is not vacant.  Marcus had what must have been an epic race to Bermuda in the One-Two.  If you followed the reporting you know one boat was abandoned and several suffered damage from high winds and seas.  Full details here: http://www.bermuda1-2.org/.  Nonetheless, the 21′ Pocket Rocket came through it all and finished third in the Mini class.  Today marked the start of the return home (the “Two” part of Bermuda One-Two) and I know we all wish Marcus a safe and fast race home.

We’ve prepared an update to our race summary document.  This PDF is suitable to forward around to fellow racers and friends who might be considering joining the club and our racing program.  We really do offer a wonderfully unique and interesting season of races and a quick read will reaffirm that!  Thanks for your continuing support.

The Six Unique and Challenging Races

Now is a great time to renew your membership with the Twenty Hundred Club.  Dates for all 2017 races are posted on this page (lower right) and the “Online Shop” link above will take you through our easy payment process.  NORs will be posted in February.  Also, please make plans to join us for our annual Spring Dinner and Awards Presentation April 8th at Bristol Yacht Club.  Cocktails begin at 1900.  More details will be forthcoming!

The annual business meeting will be held tomorrow, November 15th, 1900 at the Newport Yacht Club.  There will be light snacks and a no-host bar available.  Last year’s minutes are here:  http://twentyhundredclub.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/12-2-15-ABM-v2.pdf and the agenda for the business meeting is here:  http://twentyhundredclub.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/2016_TwentyHundredClub_Annual_Meeting_Agenda.pdf  The club remains healthy and active because of our all-volunteer efforts and your attendance and participation contributes to that — hope you can make it!