Monthly Archives: June 2011

Back in our slip…

Posted on June 18, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7733, originally uploaded by hergan family. The crew work was quick and efficient as we quickly lowered our sails once the lightning and thunder started. We started our little diesel and headed to assist the laser fleet back to the … Continue reading →

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The true story…

Posted on June 18, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7731, originally uploaded by hergan family. The wind sensor needs to be adjusted but the boat speed is correct.

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Light winds

Posted on June 18, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7718, originally uploaded by hergan family. Mike did a good job focusing on looking for wind coming down the river.

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Thursday Night at NERYC

Posted on June 18, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7716, originally uploaded by hergan family. Brenna sailed away from the fleet on the second leg of the race (A to C) until lightning and common sense force us to withdraw from the race. As you can see from the … Continue reading →

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Morning Star’s crew for Ladies Race

Posted on June 12, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7637, originally uploaded by hergan family. Alex, Dave, Jade, Kathryn, and skipper Anne. (not pictured – me)

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A fully functional Windex thanks to Kathryn

Posted on June 12, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7624, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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Kathryn removing the spider webs from the Windex

Posted on June 12, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7622, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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Ladies Race at NERYC in light winds

Posted on June 12, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7617, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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Preparing for NERYC Invitational race

Posted on June 12, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7615, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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Heading home to work on the GPS mounting bracket

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7365, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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A peaceful evening at NERYC

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7363, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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Windward sheeting car installed

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7360, originally uploaded by hergan family. I just have to figure out the main sheet and fine tune. I am going to have to switch out a few blocks in order to make it work. Still need lines for the … Continue reading →

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Some old parts and some new (old) parts scattered on the deck

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7358, originally uploaded by hergan family. Plus a few old parts 9’6″ below the surface. It amazing how they just roll right out the back of the cockpit.

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More Projects – changed out traveler car for a windward sheeting car

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7352, originally uploaded by hergan family. The old system made it impossible to adjust the traveler. I can’t wait to try it out during this weekend’s NERYC Invitational Race.

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I think this is where I am going to install the GPS

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7321, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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I finally got around to installing a mast boot

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7319, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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I was able to calibrate the instruments

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7317, originally uploaded by hergan family. The depth was reading 1 1/2 feet shallow and it has been adjusted to reflect the correct depth. However, I need to figure out how to adjust the AWA and TWA. When I purchased the … Continue reading →

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The instruments wires are no longer a mess

Posted on June 6, 2011 by markhergan

DSC_7314, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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Everyone needs to carry a spare onboard

Posted on June 4, 2011 by markhergan

NERYC Spring Race #4 – 169, originally uploaded by hergan family. We found this floating in the mooring field in front of the club.

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A mid-fleet finish for Swan

Posted on June 4, 2011 by markhergan

NERYC Spring Race #4 – 162, originally uploaded by hergan family.

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