Distance Racing - West Coast Style

11:28 PM Thu 1 Jul 2010 GMT

'Vic-Maui Sunset' Vic-Maui -

Every area has its classic distance race: On the east coast, the storied Newport-Bermuda commands the loftiest perch of all American offshore races, but here on the west coast we have our own traditions as well. Being shy of an island that's 'only' 635 nautical miles offshore, our sailors have to race a bit further, but when the destination is Hawaii, it's hard to complain. As far as Hawaiian races go, the biennial Transpacific Yacht Race (held on odd years) commands the top-flight rung as far as prestige goes, but two other races, each held on even years, also vie ...

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by David Schmidt, Sail-World USA Editor