Hawaii Race Seminars

Planning to race to Hawaii next year, or even just thinking about it? Whether it’s the Pacific Cup or the Singlehanded TransPac, the organizers of each race are holding seminars this month to prepare potential skippers.

First up is a free introductory meeting for the Singlehanded TransPac at Oakland YC this Wednesday, October 9, starting at 6:30 p.m. Anyone interested in joining next summer’s edition of the 2,120-mile race from San Francisco Bay to Kauai (starts June 28) is invited to hear advice and sea tales from race vets, and find out more about the race itself. Call Ben or Lucie Mewes at (510) 301-0319 with questions.

Following that on October 19 is the second episode of the Pacific Cup’s Pacific Offshore Academy at Richmond YC, starting at 1 p.m. This class, organized by Sally Honey, will cover emergency gear, power consumption, rig integrity, sail selection and details on race inspections. The cost is $20 and the class is open to anyone. Register HERE.