For this week’s Wet Wednesday we have an eclectic collection. First up nothing gets wet, at least until the end, and then not very much. It’s the new Fast 40 Ran in a slick presentation by the Carkeek design offices. This hull shape isn’t quite new, but it’s rare and dramatic. It’s fun to see designers trying to hit a sweet spot of a measurement rule – there’s innovation to be had. Following that we’re replaying a video from the windiest day at RS Feva Worlds. The PNW’s Dieter Creitz and Conrad Miller finished third for the series – here’s the report. Finally, a couple of training videos from the folks up in Vancouver. Looking good in those skiffs! I’d love to present some videos from PSSC if anyone gets some this weekend.
Kurt grew up racing and cruising in the Midwest, and has raced Lasers since the late 1970s. Currently he is a broker at Swiftsure Yachts. He has been Assistant Editor at Sailing Magazine and a short stint as Editor of Northwest Yachting. Through Meadow Point Publishing he handles various marketing duties for smaller local companies. He currently is partners on a C&C 36 which he cruises throughout the Northwest. He’s married to the amazing Abby and is father to Ian and Gabe.