Well, it was a roller coaster of a World Championship! In the end we finished 24th, which we are proud of. Just six months ago we finished 39th at the Worlds. In that short time we went from mid-fleet in the silver fleet to competing in Gold Fleet. This is quite a journey we are on, and it has only just begun.
The final day of gold fleet racing saw more big breeze from the North. It was once again shifty and puffy. We sailed a decent first race, passing a few boats on each of the last few downwind legs to finish 19th. In the final race of the event we began strong but flipped on our first gybe in a very large puff. We ended up sailing around the course in 25th, poised for a pass that never came.
The lessons we have learned this week, especially in gold fleet, are invaluable. By the time we sail our next Championship we will certainly be able to compete for the Medal Race. Slowly but surely we are getting there.
The next time our boat gets wet will be at the North American Championship, hosted by Miami Yacht Club in less than a week. Until that time we will rest up and take advantage of a few short days off.
Thanks to everyone for your continued support!
