We are hoping that everyone is doing as well as possible after Hurricane Sandy has passed by.  There were billions of dollars in damages across the northeast, including several Yacht Clubs as well as business and personal property.  Many people are still without power and many were forced to leave their homes.  We know that there has been wind, water and even snow damage all across the region.  The New Jersey shore took a really big hit and Monmouth Boat Club and likely others are working on getting their clubs back up and running.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to those… Read more

In a recent Sailing World issue, October 2012, there was a cover feature and article titled “The Eight Most enduring One Design Classes”   Featured in that article were the Highlander, Optimist, Lightning, Sunfish, Snipe, Dragon, International 14 and 505, but curiously the article did not include the 55-year-old Flying Scot.  I wanted to share here on FSSA.COM the letter I wrote to the editor about what I feel was an oversight.  I am sure you will agree. Dear Editor, I always enjoy Sailing World magazine, the stories, the features, and even the ads.  I was surprised to see in the October 2012… Read more