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A 22' Prototype Racing Sailboat that is exceptionally fast in both light and strong winds, sailed usually with a three-man crew. Tahuya, Washington "The Battle Hymn of Match Racing"
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A 22' Prototype Racing Sailboat that is exceptionally fast in both light and strong winds, sailed usually with a three-man crew.A team that has been placing in the top 3 in its class for several years & in the top 3 overall in the last series of 12 races against up to 50 boats, that range between 22 to 55'.
A Blue Collar Skipper (who usually does not practice for the races).
The crew that I owe a lot of thanks to (who usually does not practice also).
Tahuya, Washington
USA
"The Battle Hymn of Match Racing"
Mine eyes have seen the horror Of the ending of the race.
By Susan VanOsdal- Both our boats were really flying
- At a fast and blinding pace.
- Then, I rammed him at the finish
- So I'd win it -- just in case!!
- And the truth cannot be shown.
Chorus: Failure, loss, and degradation.- (Oh, the sheer humiliation!)
- Quick! Protest for dispensation!!!
- And the truth cannot be shown.
I have listened to the experts, But the rules all leave me cold.- I have never done my homework, Although many times been told.
- I've just fouled them all on purpose On those times I'm feeling bold.
- Will the truth ever be known??
Chorus: Failure, loss, and degradation.- (Oh, the sheer humiliation!)
- ...Subject to interpretation.
- Will the truth ever be known??
Well, the ruling has been issued And I've failed to win the score.- All the witnesses have spoken And, my actions, they deplore.
- Guess I won't be in the numbers Of those ones who'll sail some more.
- For the truth, I will atone.
Chorus: Failure, loss, and degradation.- (Oh, the sheer humiliation!)
- Foiled by deliberation.
- For the truth, I will atone.
December 2000
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