NOTES FROM HOT RUM RACE 2:

Hot Rum #2 was another busy day on the water for competitors and Race Committee. With the addition of a nice westerly breeze, maneuvers at the start line were much easier to accomplish and nobody came in contact with the RC Signal boat. Thank you everyone!

However, on the return leg, our “Check In” notice of outbound Navy Ship @ 1500 materialized. We are not given notice of what, precisely  when, or how the vessels will maneuver or be getting underway. That’s (understandably) the Navy way. Departure times for their operations are not generally subject to negotiation or influence by recreational traffic. However, much more than you are probably aware, the Navy makes regular considerations for recreational traffic both in the bay and in the Coronado Roads, in the course of their everyday operations. They are a good neighbor!
While it was unfortunate that there was also an outbound car carrier passing Ballast Point just moments before the Navy Sub got underway, in the midst of dozens of Hot Rum competitors negotiating each other, light winds, changing tide and  inbound… at Ballast Point – this mix of commercial traffic, Navy subs and Hot Rum sailors had about as good an outcome as there could have been.

Know that the Harbor Pilots and SeaTractor crew, along with the Navy Sub Crew and Security boats accomplished their task swiftly and with much more traffic, much closer than they would ordinarily allow, without complaint. Thank you to them, and all of you who complied with directions and alterations of course.

Working together with, not against, all the various facets that make up the San Diego Bay is what makes this contest unique, interesting, and possible.

Fairwinds,
Race Committee

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