Shing-a-Ling Sailing

Shingy’s tucked away in her heated barn for a long winter’s nap. 😴

Last race day of the season: Fray in the Bay sponsored by Barkers Island Marina was a fun way to wrap up a great year. We pulled off First Place in C Class and corrected ahead of all the monohull classes as well.

A strong second place finish today on the 28 mile Port Wing to Duluth offshore race for Team Shing-a-Ling!

We got notice yesterday it’s time to turn our traveling trophies back in for the year. We didn’t want to give up “the auld mug”, so we went out today and won it again. Duluth to Port Wing - First in fleet, second year in a row.

Today’s race was 25 miles downwind from Two Harbors back to Duluth. We hit our highest (documented) speed of 17+ knots and sustained surfs (planing perhaps?) of 12-14+ knots for hours. What a blast!

Today’s race was the 25 mile Duluth to Two Harbors offshore. Forecast was for a drifter, so we went with light crew. But Mother Superior always has something else up her sleeve and gave us 15-20 knots hard upwind. We still managed third place despite being 300-400lbs light on the rail.

Team Shing-a-Ling is proud to be participating in Duluth Yacht Club's 2nd annual Kai Cup Memorial Yacht Race to help Trans Northland raise funds and awareness for LGBTQ+ youth.
Last year Team Shing-a-Ling raised $1,650 and placed 5th overall. Your donation helps us sail faster and score higher - we'd sure appreciate your small donation on our behalf!

Wes Ory, Bob Asher, Renee Parks Asher, Lizzie Easter, Eric Dexter, Neil Battrum, Seth Ritter

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