stayoutofthemiddle
Super Anarchist
Curious on thoughts around running a "good program"....
1. The Boat: Is it reasonable to assume anyone who is putting effort into a "good program" maintains their boat to a suitable level? Lines refreshed, sails competitive, bottom in good shape? How about the boat type? OD vs. a mismatched PHRF toy?
2. The Crew: If the owner puts the effort in to have a good boat, is the expectation to have good crew? I'm not necessarily talking about pros, but crew than can or have done all positions bow to stern and have some small boat history such as high school or college. Roll tacks, boat weight placement, and sail trim are second nature instead of walking around the rum party in a Mount Gay hat introducing yourself as the "Guy Trimmer".
Chicken and Egg discussion or perhaps good boats begat good crew?
1. The Boat: Is it reasonable to assume anyone who is putting effort into a "good program" maintains their boat to a suitable level? Lines refreshed, sails competitive, bottom in good shape? How about the boat type? OD vs. a mismatched PHRF toy?
2. The Crew: If the owner puts the effort in to have a good boat, is the expectation to have good crew? I'm not necessarily talking about pros, but crew than can or have done all positions bow to stern and have some small boat history such as high school or college. Roll tacks, boat weight placement, and sail trim are second nature instead of walking around the rum party in a Mount Gay hat introducing yourself as the "Guy Trimmer".
Chicken and Egg discussion or perhaps good boats begat good crew?
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