Sorry to hear you are retiring from skiff sailing. I hope you will still
attend the regattas, it just wouldn't be the same with out you. I think I
would like to take you up on the training lessons.
Mark
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From: bdally6107@xxxxxxx
To: swiftsolo@xxxxxxxxxxxx
Sent: Thursday, July 10, 2008 11:47 AM
Subject: A status update
Just an update to bring everyone up to speed.
First, Iâve finally fixed my computer problemsâboth email and web
hosting. While Iâve changed to Comcast I will maintain my old email address,
at least in the near term. I apologize for the downtime and would ask anyone
whoâs email was dropped (not responded to) to resend it. I will get the
website updated within a few days as well.
This downtime has given me some time to work on health issues and to figure
out where my future is with sailing and our class. Heart problems are an
ongoing issue so Iâve been working hard to get in good physical condition. =2
0That has worked pretty well but has not solved the more debilitating issue
with arthritis in my hands. The high sheet loads associated with skiff sailing
take a toll on arthritic hands and age makes it progressively worse.
It has not been easy to come to grips with reality and where I go from here.
Every other element of my life is going far better than I or anyone has the
right to expect. I never dreamed that Iâd be sailing high performance boats
well into my 60âs when I was young. Still, my passion for skiff sailing has
outlived my joints. Short of a major turnaround, today will be my last day.
The good news is that Iâve come to realize that I can now focus on the two
elements of our class that are very important to me. The first is helping the
class clean up a lot of loose ends that relate to sustainability. I will be
looking for input from all of you in this regard. The second element is to
coach sailor / athletes to take the Swift to the next level. I feel that none
of us have had the kind of coaching and rescue support that would allow us to
push the limits. Iâd like to set up a session or two each year in the Gorge
for those who want to do some advanced training camp with close coaching /
video, and rescue support. I will also provide coaching and clinic support for
our newcomers at annual Championships where practical.
Thanks to all of you for helping me lay the foundation for our class. Iâve
made many great friends and I look forward to seeing all of you at our North
American Championships next summer.
Best regards,
Bram
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