We have received Shamrock's entry. She is a Yankee 30 skippered by Gary Brunner. She has a PHRF rating of 201.
Another Seattle boat has joined the race
Welcome to Kaizen, a custom 26' boat skippered by Robert W Rinker, Jr. She was designed by William Cook with a PHRF rating of 135.
Kokopelli's entry has arrived
Today an envelope with "Kokopelli!" on the back arrived containing her entry for this year's race. She is a Santa Cruz 27 skippered by Eric Collins. Her PHRF is 156.
Offshore Fleet now up to 14 boats
Two more boats have joined the fleet. Rage, a Wylie 70 holds the record for the fastest boat to ever finish this race. Her skippers are Steve & Nancy Rander. She has a PHRF of -36 (yes, that is a negative 36).
Our other entry is new to the race this year, the Beneteau 36.7, Siren. She is skippered by Carl and Nicole Sirois. Siren has a PHRF rating of 99.
Our other entry is new to the race this year, the Beneteau 36.7, Siren. She is skippered by Carl and Nicole Sirois. Siren has a PHRF rating of 99.
Thirsty has entered
Alan Bergen just sent in his entry for Thirsty, a C & C 35 Mk III. Thirsty, with her red & white maple leaf spinnaker has a PHRF rating of 128.
The First Amendment to the Amended Notice of Race is now posted
There have been a couple of changes to the Amended Notice of Race. You can find the First Amendment here: First Amendment to Amended Notice of Race or click on the link at the left side of this site.
The amendments clarify issues relating to the required righting moment of entered boats and also the life raft/survival suit requirements.
We also want to remind skippers and crew that PIYA has changed the life jacket requirements - all life jackets must now include a crotch or thigh strap. This is a fairly easy and inexpensive modification - Victoria Lessley found an inexpensive modification at Landfall Navigation: PFD crotch strap and they are certainly available elsewhere as well.
The amendments clarify issues relating to the required righting moment of entered boats and also the life raft/survival suit requirements.
We also want to remind skippers and crew that PIYA has changed the life jacket requirements - all life jackets must now include a crotch or thigh strap. This is a fairly easy and inexpensive modification - Victoria Lessley found an inexpensive modification at Landfall Navigation: PFD crotch strap and they are certainly available elsewhere as well.
Offshore Kick Off Party Location Set
The Kick-off party for the Oregon Offshore will be held this year at Kells Irish Pub & Restaurant. Kells Irish Pub link They are located at 112 SW Second Ave in Portland. The event starts at 6 pm on Monday, April 25.
This is your last chance to enter the race. It is also a chance to look for additional crew, if you are short anyone. There are usually at least a few folks looking to catch a ride for the race.
This year's Offshore shirts will be available for purchase. Carolyn Martin has also been collecting lots of goodies for the raffle.
This is your last chance to enter the race. It is also a chance to look for additional crew, if you are short anyone. There are usually at least a few folks looking to catch a ride for the race.
This year's Offshore shirts will be available for purchase. Carolyn Martin has also been collecting lots of goodies for the raffle.
Cool Change's entry is in
Cool Change, a C&C 38 with a PHRF rating of 144, and skippered by Frank Noragon has entered. Frank is a member or Rose City YC. The Cool Change crew has done this race before. They always seem to be having a lot of fun.
Welcome to three new sponsors
Carolyn Martin let me know today that we have three new sponsors, Carol's Custom Canvas & Upholstery, Inc., Hayden Island Canvas and Sexton's Chandlery. We thank them all for their generous support.
We have our Coast Guard permit
Last night's email brought the wonderful news that we have our Coast Guard permit for the race. In past years, we have waited until almost race time before receiving the permit. Thanks to the great Coast Guard personnel in both Seattle and Portland for such efficient processing!
Great attendance at the Heading North Seminar
Jeff Gendron doing his presentation at the seminar tonight. Thanks to Columbia Crossings for allowing us the use of their clubhouse for our seminar.
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Audacious joins the fleet
Our latest entry is Audacious, skippered by Stephen Caughron. Audacious is a Navy 44 designed by McCurdy & Rhodes. Her PHRF rating is pending.
Peregrine is now part of the Offshore Fleet
Steve Smolinske has entered his Catalina 39, Peregrine, in the Offshore. His entry arrived earlier, but somehow didn't get blogged (so sorry Steve). Peregrine has a PRHF rating of 126.
Rya's entry has arrived
Andy McCann has just entered his Hylas 49, Rya. She has a PHRF rating of 135. Andy is another returning offshore racer.
Riva joins the Offshore Fleet
Today I received an entry from Scott Campbell, owner and skipper of Riva. Riva is a J-46 with a PHRF rating of 45. Scott is an offshore veteran who has done this race a number of times.
Upcoming Seminar - "Heading North" on March 28
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| CYC is offering a seminar for anyone planning to head north this year. Skippers planning for the Oregon Offshore, as well as those just planning to head north sometime this year are all welcome. |
Sol Pacifico joins the Offshore fleet
Welcome to skipper Randall Barnes to the Oregon Offshore fleet. Randall sails Sol Pacifico, a Cata470-1.
Anam Cara joins the Offshore fleet
Today's mail brought an entry from Tom Kelly, skipper of Anam Cara, a J-122 with a PHRF rating of 42. Rumor has it that Tom is also doing the Van Isle 360, a race around Vancouver Island in early June.
Velocity joins the race
Today I received the entry for Velocity, a J-42 skippered by Tom Keffer.
California Girl joins the race
Last night we received Timm & Victoria Lessley's entry for their Cal 40 California Girl. Timm & Victoria have done this race a number of times. Experienced distance racers, they have also done a number of Pacific Cup races.