J/World, the
Performance
Sailing School and Club, is entering a boat in the
2012 Pacific Cup, the race from San
Francisco to Hawaii held every two years. We will be
competing with a team comprised of
six amateurs and three of our world-class, coaches. Each
individual will be an active member of the team, and everyone
aboard gets to take turns at doing everything, including
driving. The environment will be fun, positive, and
conducive to learning... and we'll of course work hard to
achieve a great finish!
We will be sailing over to the islands in a legendary sled, the
renowned Santa Cruz 50, Hula Girl. This highly modified
boat was turboed under the supervision of Bruce Nelson.
She sports an updated carbon rig, a modern bulb keel, and new
rudder. She was most recently the personal boat of Paul
Cayard, one of the most successful racers in yachting history.
For more on this incredible boat,
visit here.
Students may be of various
ability levels, from experienced offshore racers who enjoy the
notion of joining a ‘turn-key’ program, to sailors who are looking
to expand their horizons and learn more about offshore racing. The program
will include practice sessions prior to the race, all the onboard
provisioning, some team gear, entry fees, port fees, and delivery
fees. Participants are responsible for their own travel
and accommodation arrangements in San Francisco and Hawaii.
"I wanted to thank you for a wonderful
trip and the experience of a lifetime. I was and remain
extremely impressed with all the preparation and hard work
that you put in to make this trip a success for the
students. I took from this experience not only a great deal
of knowledge on ocean sailing, but also increased confidence
in my ability as a sailor." - MC,
after the 2008 Pacific Cup
Individuals interested in participating are
encouraged to contact us at 800-910-1101 or
info@sailing-jworld.com for details and to reserve a berth
on the 2012 Pacific Cup.
Hula Girl
charges out the Golden Gate... next stop: Hawaii!
