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(Seattle, WA)- Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle presents the First Annual POD Regatta (Pacific NW One Design).  This two-day sailing event is open to One Design, PHRF, and IRC Fleets of all experience levels. Round the buoys races start off Shilshole Bay at 11 am each day, varying distance depending on conditions.  The CYC clubhouse is open after racing for great parties serving food and drinks.  Awards presentation follows racing on Sunday.

Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle is one of the oldest and largest yacht clubs in the Pacific Northwest. With more than 1000 members, CYC plays a leading role in sailing activities in the region. The club’s activities at Shilshole Bay Marina on Puget Sound and Leschi Marina on Lake Washington are focal points for major one-design and handicap racing events throughout the year.  With more than 1,000 starts annually, CYC is one of the most active clubs in the country.

The social activities for this regatta are sure to set a new standard for sailors in the Pacific NW.  Here is what’s on each day:

• Thursday (evening), May 14:  The Center for Whale Research will be presenting an educational program on Puget Sound Orca whales.
• Friday (afternoon), May 15: There will be an informal practice with coaching and video. Come get a look at the competition and develop winning strategies with the top sailors.
• Friday (evening), May 15: POD Regatta Chalk Talk: The CYC welcomes Carl Buchan for the weekend chalk talk!  Carl is an Olympic Gold Medallist and Offshore Champion.  The bar & food open at 6:00pm, the talk begins at 7:00pm.
• Saturday & Sunday: Bring your team and entire family to share the sailing community. CYC clubhouse will be open all weekend for drinks and $5 dinner(!) prepared fresh by Chef Jeromi. Saturday after racing will feature sea stories, dancing and kids activities. Sunday awards presentation after the best sailors have proven their skills and tactics.

So far, one of the strongest fleets to sign on to this promising event are the J/105s.  Just about all the top boats will be present to thrash around the cans and swap sea stories later.  Those teams include Erik Kristen’s JUBILEE, Jim Geros’ LAST TANGO, Jerry Diercks’ DELIRIUM, David Cohen’s INCONCEIVABLE, Robert Blaylock’s USAWI and Dave Pengelly’s AVALANCHE.  For more CYC PNW One-Design sail information


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