Category: Sailboat Racing

Successful Sailboat Racing: Do Sweat the Small Stuff
So many details go into showing up ready to race. Here’s what worked on one random January Sunday. Read More …

My Sailing Origin Story: The “Annoying” Inspiration of Ed
A Hall of Fame ceremony inspires this look back at my own sailing origin story—and a boatload of gratitude. Read More …

The Unique “Blah” of Post-Regatta Hangovers
Even when I don’t sail, coming home after a big championship is still a major adjustment. Here’s why. Read More …

Star World Championship: 3 Stories of International Friendship
Going to the 2022 Star Worlds as an author provided unusual perspective about what really lasts Read More …

Unexpected Rewards of Race Commentary and Homework
A well-received first attempt at race commentary Read More …

9 Lessons from Racing Model Sailboats
Learning to race model boats taught me several lessons that apply to regular sailboat racing—along with one that doesn’t. Read More …

The Gold Star of Writing Projects
Why a non-fiction book project was even more engrossing than expected. Read More …

Starting Strong with Robert Scheidt and Road to Gold
A unique weekly webinar links sailing’s finest with the rest of us. Read More …

Forgotten Photos Spark Story
A deep dive into a magazine’s photo archives leads to unexpected treasure. Read More …

Sailing Street Dance: StAR Regatta
A colorful mashup between sailing and art will also raise money for sailing scholarships. Read More …