Last night was the second Thursday night PHRF race for Dahlgren Yacht Club. After equipment issues, dying wind, and a smaller jib, Gemini managed to finish 2nd after a hard fought battle with Lagniappe. We finished the night, with me having to go up the mast to fix a halyard. Earlier this week, I finally … Continue reading 2019 DYC SPLP 2
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2019 DYC SPLP 1
Last night was the first race of Dahlgren Yacht Club's Spring Low Points PHRF season. It was our first race with Gemini, and it was an eventful first race. Gemini finished second, of two. The average wind speed during last night's race was 19 kts, so it was quite sporty. The water had two foot … Continue reading 2019 DYC SPLP 1
Family Evening Sail – 4/27
Saturday morning I went down to the boat with the single goal of gel coating the transom. I had fixed holes from the transom mounted outboard bracket, and wanted to get it ready for the new name. Mother Nature had a different plan with winds blowing over 20 kts all day long, whipping up waves … Continue reading Family Evening Sail – 4/27
Gemini’s 1st Family Sail
"Spontaneity is the best kind of adventure," I don't know who said that first, but they are right. Wednesday night I was heading out to Gemini to complete some engine work, when Mrs. Gemini called. As it turns out, she had a better plan for the evening than just boat work. After only getting the … Continue reading Gemini’s 1st Family Sail
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