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U20 General Discussion / Re: Running Main Halyard to the cockpit

« Last post by Travis Gregory on October 19, 2025, 04:04:46 PM »

One nice think about the ball and hook is that you know you are at full height and it doesn't stretch with the wire.

Others have gone to a dyneema setup with a clutch or other cleat on the mast.  The carbon masts are setup this way.

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U20 General Discussion / Running Main Halyard to the cockpit

« Last post by Mike Silverton on October 18, 2025, 11:27:17 PM »

If anyone has a few moments I would mind seeing pictures of how you run your main halyard to the cockpit.  Hoping to get rid on the ball/hook on the mast.

Thanks, Mike

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Boats for Sale / 1997. Ultimate 20 #58 For Sale. $19,500

« Last post by Chuck Ballew on October 17, 2025, 05:37:20 PM »

https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/110381

$19,500

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U20 Boat Maintenance & Care / Stanchion repair/upgrade

« Last post by Claudio Brasca on October 15, 2025, 06:55:29 PM »

Boat #24 has the old style stern stanchions with low profile and only two vertical members. The flexing has broken one of the welds and we would like to strengthen each stanchion with a third vertical member (like in design on newer boats). Any suggestions for where to go for repairs / modification or to get a new pair manufactured? Many thanks for your help. I promise to keep the group updated.

Travis Gregory recommended https://railmakers.com/ who was one of the OEM. I would like to get a couple more quotes.

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U20 General Discussion / Re: U20 Class Member Webinars

« Last post by CJ LaCour on October 13, 2025, 09:55:05 PM »

Hi CJ,
I would defer this question to Steve as much of the content in these are his.  I know some of them already are on YouTube.

Are you having trouble with access?  Thanks

There are several of them on YT. I subscribe to YT Premium so I get to skip ads, and an added benefit is I can download videos to my iPad for later reference offline. Since I'm regularly spending time in the back of an airplane, this is helpful to me.

That said, once a video is playing in the browser looks like you can download it to ones local device already, so problem solved for me. May help someone else though.....

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U20 Regattas - Where, When & Who's Going! / 2026 Western PCC Venue

« Last post by Travis Gregory on October 11, 2025, 04:46:16 PM »

All, we will announce the 2026 championship location at the upcoming class meeting on 10/29.  The west coast district chairs are entertaining locations for PCC's.  Preferably in the spring or summer as NA's will be in the fall.

Ideally we find a location in the mid west that is potentially a draw for boats in Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Utah, Nevada etc.   

If you have a suggestion where there will be a concentration of boats, it is welcome! 

Thanks

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U20 Regattas - Where, When & Who's Going! / Re: 2025 North American Championship - November 7-9 - Lake Norman Yacht Club, NC

« Last post by Travis Gregory on October 11, 2025, 04:43:06 PM »

There are over 20 boats registered. We are hoping to get to 30 for the 30th anniversary!  Charter's are available if you are interested.  Please reach out to the organizers with questions.

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U20 General Discussion / Re: U20 Class Member Webinars

« Last post by Travis Gregory on October 11, 2025, 04:41:38 PM »

Hi CJ,
I would defer this question to Steve as much of the content in these are his.  I know some of them already are on YouTube.

Are you having trouble with access?  Thanks

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Annoucements from the President / Re: Draft 2025 Rule Updates

« Last post by Travis Gregory on October 11, 2025, 04:40:14 PM »

Thanks CJ.  These are the big changes. There are a number of formatting updates as well to update the document after years of one off edits. Those are not intended to change the rules at all. 

The ballot has been sent to active class members. If you did not receive it, contact the class secretary. 

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U20 Regattas - Where, When & Who's Going! / Re: 2025 U20 Regatta Schedule - Have a One-Design Regatta - Post it Here!

« Last post by Mike Josselyn on October 11, 2025, 12:01:43 AM »

The grand finale for racing on San Francisco Bay is always a fantastic event at the Richmond Yacht Club.  U20s will have a one design start on Saturday and then on Sunday, the always surprising and exciting pursuit race either way around Alcatraz and Angel Island.  The theme for the regatta is "Pirates of the Caribbean" and the costume party on Saturday night with great food and a live band is not to be missed.  And, there is also swag you can purchase, even if you can't come.
https://www.bonfire.com/greatpumpkin/

The Notice of Race is now posted for both days
https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/30440#_docs
https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/30442#_docs

So get your crews together and don't miss this event.  Contact Mike Josselyn if you have questions about logistics or planning.