Swiftsure 2017

Holy Schamoley, what unbelievable conditions! Mountainous seas, raging wind and shifty breezes, challenging currents, and nose-to-nose battles for position, even in the pitch black dark … (oh, wait a second, that was NOT this year :) Well, except for accounting for the (quite predictable, quite strong, yet often contrary) flood and ebb currents, this was a predominantly typical Swiftsure Race, which usually translates into challenge, patience, forethought, and slowly evolving surprises. We trust that everyone returned safely, although it’s unlikely on your projected voyage plan’s timeline. Congrats to those that hung in there despite the odds and the conditions – you represent the sport as much, if not more, than the swift dudes that invariably take the gun. We truly love being out there with you and hope you enjoy these photos!