Category Archives: Catamarans

Youth Champs Regatta Report by Lauren Elder

Youth Championship 2018 29er Fleet Review By Lauren Elder The Youth Championship regatta hosted by the U.S sailing association is an amazing opportunity to compete with passionate, advanced group of sailors.  I have many positive things to say about my experience at this regatta starting with the venue.  Carolina Yacht Club is a beautiful facilityContinue reading “Youth Champs Regatta Report by Lauren Elder”

Winter Reading List

High Performance Sailing by Frank Bethwaite Fast Handling Technique by Frank Bethwaite Bethwaite designed the 29er. His writing is dense, but enjoyable. The Inner Game of Tennis by W. Timothy Gallwey A short primer on sports Psychology. Cayard Notes Mental Imagery Psychological-Advice-for-Racing-Sailors SPORT PSYCHOLOGY   Winter Video List 4 Excellent Videos from Willie McBride 2Niner SkiffContinue reading “Winter Reading List”

Miami ODP Racing Camp Offers Best of Both Worlds

BY STUART STREULI / TUESDAY, 29 NOVEMBER 2016 / PUBLISHED IN OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FEATURED POST, OLYMPIC DEVELOPMENT RECENT NEWS, OLYMPIC RECENT NEWS “Not only are [sailors] telling themselves to keep going, but now they have another voice—that isn’t a small whisper inside their head—telling them to ‘hike harder’ or ‘be moreContinue reading “Miami ODP Racing Camp Offers Best of Both Worlds”

Where are they now?

Is this safe? Maybe not. Is it fun? You bet. One of life’s many paradoxes is most parents want their kids to simply be happy and safe. However, being safe often just doesn’t make people happy!? Uproarious laughter and the intense bonding that comes from memorable experiences usually comes from edgier moments.

Culture of Excellence

Why does Olympic development matter? It provides a pathway for young talent. While not everyone’s cup of tea, this path is rewarding for some individuals, and inspirational to a larger group. Successful Olympic development yields sustainable Olympic success. The USA is a sailing nation and it should matter how we do on the international stage.Continue reading “Culture of Excellence”

Skiff Girls

 Annual Clinic Series  Organized by the ODP Next editions: Miami – March 11-12 Newport, RI – June 10-11   2015 Clinic Announcement 29er Girls Clinic May 1-3, 2015 At Coronado Yacht Club Coaches: Willie McBride, Molly Vandemoer, Paris Henken Cost:  Free                  Capacity: 12 – 16 Sailors depending on how many bring their own boats Time:Continue reading “Skiff Girls”

Miami Try It Out Follow Up

29er The 29er class website is active (29ernorthamerican.org — including used boats).  Meanwhile, the Florida 29er fleet is training regularly from the US Sailing Center Miami and would like more boats. Next event is in MiamiApril 3-4, Friday and Saturday this week, “Midwinters East”.  Leandro has spots reserved for girls in the boats you sailed.Continue reading “Miami Try It Out Follow Up”