Hello All, This weekend is the Chicago NOODs. I will be making my first trip to this national traveling regatta. Although my regular boat will not be attending, I've arranged to sail with Mosquito, a Farr 395. I do not have any experience on this particular boat, but it will be good practice for me as they fly an asymmetric kite off a bow sprite. Coming off the Snow Goose which is, up until recently, been a symmetric only boat, this weekend should be a good learning experience. Owner and skipper Dave Radkte has assigned me as one of the trimmers, which I am very excited about. This is a position I walk into well, although there is always a learning curve. Results will be posted soon! Joe |