Author Archives: Content Elf

The Toronto 5o5 fleet came together for a 2 day training camp Sept 28/29. Hosted by OHCC, both days delivered 15+ knt winds out of the East and made for a great fall event.  The first day was sailed primarily … Continue reading →

This years Canadian national 505 Championships was a true reflection of the exciting new ‘vibe’ that is happening here in Eastern Canada: Big fleet, Five Out-of-Towners, and Family teams (partners, kids/parents). Most notable was the huge range of ages from … Continue reading →

It is so exciting seeing the next generation prepare for the future of 505 sailing. Congrads to Luke and Christian for their forward thinking and getting ready for their next 505 adventure. But of course we cannot over look the … Continue reading →

Author: Marie Gendron Nine 505 teams participated in the Lake Sunapee Yacht Club Invitational in NH, USA on August 24-25 with four of those teams coming from Ottawa: Luke Strickland and Christian Voyer (the sons team), Larry Strickland and Rob … Continue reading →

The 2024 Eastern Canadian Championships will be remembered for the high wind sailing conditions. Racing was cancelled after one race on Saturday, as the wind speed reached 30 knots. Three races weresailed on Sunday in 15 to 23 knots of … Continue reading →

1966 KC 1926 R. Scheider 1967  1970 US 3240 Chuck Angle 1971 KC 3338 David Court-Hampton, Phil Tillman 1972 KC 3338 David Court-Hampton, Phil Tillman 1973 KC 3339 Rick Hewitt, Colin Blandy 1974 KC 4583 Rick Williamson, Malcom McHattie 1975 … Continue reading →

On July 13-14 eleven 505s convened in Newport, Rhode Island for the 40thAnniversary Newport Regatta that also served as the New England Championship.  Teams travelled from Ottawa, Toronto, Western New York and Florida to compete with a host of other … Continue reading →

Report from Dave Adams: There is no question about it, travelling and participating in regattas is key to a successful 505 career. There is no substitute but sometime you just want to try stuff out in a “sorta” race environment … Continue reading →