100 Degree Heat, 5 Knot Winds, And Almost 1,500 Boats In 21 Different Classes: Kieler Woche Was Incredibly Challenging
Historic heat. Almost no wind. Nearly 1,500 boats. Kieler Woche looked nothing like its reputation, but the week delivered invaluable lessons racing against one of the strongest ILCA 6 fleets in the world.
ILCA District 24 Championship Recap: Wild Conditions in Santa Cruz
From nearly 180º wind shifts and surfing upwind in opposing swell to powered-up Santa Cruz breeze, the ILCA District 24 Championship tested every gear. Lauren Wilson reflects on winning the opening race in historically difficult conditions and finishing second overall in the ILCA 6 fleet.