Where: Coconut Grove Sailing Club
When: December 27-30
Regatta Coaching Cost: $250/day + expenses - Invitation Only

Description: The Open Orange Bowl is the pinnacle event of the winter season, drawing teams from around the world.  Miami is the best place in the world for winter sailing, so be sure to make your plans soon!  The 29er High Performance team will be organizing a group for this event, so if you are interested in getting involved, send us an e mail at 29erhighperformance@gmail.com.

Travel:
Closest airport is the Miami International Airport (MIA), with the Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) about an hour north.

Lodging:
There are a number of hotels in close proximity to the CGSC, including the Mutiny Hotel and the Sonesta (both directly across the street).  In addition, there are often rental houses available nearby, on Craigslist, VRBO and AirBnB which can be good options for teams who can get a large group together.

Local Knowledge:
John Papadopoulos will be towing a large trailer from California to Miami for the Orange Bowl.  To reserve a spot with John, e mail him at jakp@mindspring.com.
Boats will be available for charter from Zim Sailing

Event Website
Register Here
Regatta NOR

Where: Alamitos Bay Yacht Club
When: November 21-22
Cost: $250/team for the weekend

Description: The Hamlin Series is currently the premiere, regional 29er series in the country, consisting of four events between October and May.  The second event will be a two day regatta hosted by ABYC in conjunction with the Turkey Day Regatta.  For this regatta, the 29er High Performance Race Team will be capped at 4 boats per coach to ensure the best coach to sailor ratio, and will be by invitation only.  All sailors are invited to attend a Saturday night, round table discussion before turkey dinner!

Possible Coaches:
Dane Wilson, Riley Gibbs and possibly others

Travel:
Closest major airports are the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and John Wayne Airport (SNA).  LAX is about 45 minutes North, while SNA is about 45 minutes to an hour South.  The Long Beach Airport (LGB) is 15 minutes from ABYC, but is much smaller.

Lodging:
Housing may be available if arranged in advance.  E mail 29erhighperformance@gmail.com to inquire about housing with a local family.

Local Knowledge:
The Turkey Day Regatta features racing in many different classes, and the Yacht Club fills up quickly, so plan on arriving before 9:00 for any hope of parking near the club.  Saturday night, the club holds a big Turkey dinner for all competitors.  

Venue:

Event Website
Register Here
Regatta NOR

Where: Alamitos Bay Yacht Club
When: October 31 - November 1
Cost: $250/team for the weekend, $100 for Sunday (clinic) only

Description: The Hamlin Series is currently the premiere, regional 29er series in the country, consisting of four events between October and May.  The first event will be a single day regatta hosted by ABYC, which we will follow up with a one day clinic on Sunday.  For this regatta, the 29er High Performance Race Team will be capped at 4 boats per coach to ensure the best coach to sailor ratio.  The 29er High Performance Race Team will be selected by invitation, however, the Sunday clinic will be open with prior registration.

Possible Coaches:
Willie McBride, Dane Wilson, and possibly others

Travel:
Closest major airports are the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and John Wayne Airport (SNA).  LAX is about 45 minutes North, while SNA is about 45 minutes to an hour South.  The Long Beach Airport (LGB) is 15 minutes from ABYC, but is much smaller.

Lodging:
Housing may be available if arranged in advance.  E mail 29erhighperformance@gmail.com to inquire about housing with a local family.

Local Knowledge:

Venue:

Clinic overview document

Where: Santa Barbara Harbor Launch Ramp
When: September 12-13
Cost: $70/person for the weekend

Description: This event is by invitation only, and will focus on raising the top level of 29er sailing in the United States.

Travel:
Santa Barbara Harbor is 15 minutes south from the Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), or 1.5 hours north of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).  The Santa Barbara Airbus (www.sbairbus.com) connects from LAX to Santa Barbara in about 2.5 hours.

Lodging:
West Beach Inn is the closest hotel, directly across the street from the harbor, but several other (often less expensive) options are available in close proximity.  Lots of good airBnB options are available for rent, but no matter where you stay, be sure to book early!

Local Knowledge:
Best quick food at the harbor: On The Alley
Parking: Cost is about $12 per day to park in the city lot, and you can't go in and out, so if you don't have a trailer, park across the street from the launch ramp on Bath Street.