All reported times are in, so here are the calculated results: Very close finishes. With most of race reaching at near hull speed, the longer boats made out, but look at the close finishes: Boat Corrected Time Time Behind Boat Ahead (Seconds) Tranquillity 35:07 0 Windrush II 36:00 53 Recovery 37:48 108 Odyssey 38:26 38 Forever 38:27 1 Anybody besides me regret the few seconds where they lost concentration on course and/or sail trim? An auspicious beginning to the new year, I think. Here's to more boats and closer competition. I'm still planning on a winter party before year's end, so stay tuned. Meanwhile, thanks to the weatherman for not having another blizzard yesterday! Regards, John