Singlehanded Farallones 2015
Singlehanded Farallones is May 23rd. In 2011 we had 69 entries. This year we have (EDIT) 45 entries (cool!)
Apples-to-apples comparison of additional requirements today vs. our 2011 SSI's: Boat structure issues in 2.1.1 and 2.1.4, single lifelines for boats <30', toe rails, details on the bilge pump and life jackets, fewer(!) flares, Lifesling and MOB pole* for SH's, heaving line, DSC VHF w/masthead antenna, handheld DSC VHF, installed depth sounder (vs. lead line), searchlight, second flashlight, 2 buckets, e-tiller for wheeled boats, a reef in the main, SAS class.
I will personally do anything I can to help skippers get to the starting line and I know others in the SSS will too. For example, I have a 25 watt DSC VHF and masthead antenna sitting here - the MMSI was never entered so just put yours in. I will GIVE it to you if that's keeping you from racing to the Farallones.
Let's see 69 entries again folks!
* In late April there were at least two used MOB poles at Blue Pelican.
Testing Sat Tracking - Looking for Help
We could use assistance: We will be testing a tracking system that uses the Delorme hand held Inmarsat communicators. If you have one, and want to participate in the test, be sure to let us know. We will need the Satellite registration number. There will also be a few units available for low cost rental. The results will be a web page with those participating tracked. Viewing live of the page will be only allowed by the RC. If interested let me know. You can PM me here.
Brian