Our Fleet's mission is to promote Rhodes 19 racing by encouraging and supporting fleet development and by working to maintain the one-design integrity of the boat.
Fleet 12 sails out of the Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club in Montrose Harbor on the north side of Chicago. During the summer we race nearly every Wednesday evening and Sunday afternoon. A crew of three is standard, but the boat can be handled by two in a pinch.
Our Fleet has been experiencing a renaissance, in this age of floating motor homes and opulent electronically controlled carbon-fiber stealth watercraft. People are coming to realize how much one-design racing has to offer: a true contest of skill where sailors compete in identical boats that are modestly priced but fast and seaworthy. Add to this a boat that is dry and comfortable when sailed as a recreational daysailor and you have the Rhodes 19.
Whether you want to race your own boat, just sail it for fun, or crew for one of our skippers, there is a place for you in Fleet 12. Contact our Fleet Captain (pgm944 AT yahoo DOT com) if you are interested in joining us.
Fandango needs two crew for tonight's Wednesday night racing. Please either call 312-212-1977 or call/text to 773-960-1162 if you would like to crew. Crew
A good friend of mine and avid Rhodes sailor (Shields racing experience) Greg King would love to go out tomorrow night. Please let me know if you need a 3rd
Thank you Marc for getting the results available so quickly.All you lady skippers deserve more opportunities, suggestions for the future are welcome, don't