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Doug is the current fastest most efficient Catalina 22 sailor in the fleet. He knows what works and what does not work. I am so glad that he allowed this dockside chat to be recorded. Once you have a basic understanding of rig tune this seminar helps fill in the rest of the information so that wether racing or cruising you can do so efficiently. Even when I am cruising it seems like I am always beating to weather for the next anchorage. Being able to get there fast with minimal heel means more time around the campfire on the beach and more comfort for the crew.

Good to hear from you. Off shore may be a bit hard with the river only being about 100 yards wide in redwing. I do miss the ocean sailing days though. Much less tacking and those sunsets are indescribable.

So true. First time I heard that phrase spoken it was from Bob B from Latitudes and attitudes on Catalina Island at 2 harbors.

It was truly a great trip. Can't wait to do it again. Still haven't visited all the Islands or Lighthouses yet!

@@Lakeshark Stockton island nice as anything... nice walking rocks facing open lake , the hike is great , blueberries on the other side of the island from the popular dock / pier , lots of rafting off if your not on the hook , usuallya few people tho . South twin old owner in the 70s would let us anchor there and go ashore and putz around , nice island .he had an airstrip on it . Madeline where the state park is has got a nice trail , we snowshoed it with deer all around couple years ago along with the ice caves , raspberry has an little safe beach anchorage , dont know about trails on it ..now probably tho Hermit had that guy living there eons ago . Oak island was a trip . Long island was cool , we went there once. Bit shallow , good call , cool hang. .we had a contest 29 '11 " sloop and charged around like you did , really enjoyed that .we had an irwin 23 on lake peppin and graduated up to the marina slip with the contest , saw you were wing and wing there , and 7 knots was flyin , your a good sailer . Some of islands i haven't been on but devils is nice to do the caves in a dink, was that back of devils with the steps ? I know we tied off at the c.g.station , rock island used to have a restaurant and a junkyard with a few 40s and 50s looking cars and decent dock back then .awsome !! definitely do it again.

Glad you enjoyed the video and its great to have another Catalina 22 out there. If you're ever interested in sailing with others check out the Catalina 22 National Sailing Assiociation. There is even a plan for a big Catalina 22 Cruise in the Apostles this year. www.catalina22.org

LOL. It was one of my first attempt at using the GoPro software. Most of the video was auto made with the app. Not the best but hey it sure was fun and did not take long to edit. Perhaps some day I’ll actually make a longer video of the rest of the event with more pictures 😎. Thanks for watching though.

One of the many advantages to the Catalina 22 is its ability to be trailered to various bodies of water. Our little boat has been such a blessing for our family and an affordable getaway. This year alone we have trailered more than 4,000 miles and explored many lakes and bays.

Truly a trip I will never forget and one perhaps my son will share with his children some day. Thank you for your kind words.

It was nice to meet everyone as well.

It was a great time. Thank you for the wonderful article and pictures for the Manbrace and the Catalina 22 National Association.

Thank you. We sure do enjoy our boat every year.

It was an awesome day for sure. And the socks added just enough warmth for my feet though they were not the best choice for being in deck😂.

@@Lakeshark I hear you! I wear them to keep the sun from burning me up, but put the Sperry's on when I leave the cock pit.