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Summary with Tommy Bergman and Mikkel Thommesen - Færderseilasen 2024

June 16, 2024 · 9 min · 891 views · Tønsberg

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The 2024 Færderseilasen featured consistent wind conditions, beginning with a southerly beat through the Drøbaksundet before shifting to an easterly breeze that created a reaching course to the Tristein lighthouse.6:40 Participants experienced a straightforward race with no reported equipment failures or major incidents.7:04 Veteran sailor Tommy Bergman noted that the wind angle allowed for a simple tactical approach: a port tack to Tristein, a gybe, and a starboard tack for the return leg.0:39 Bergman, sailing an older vessel, opted to simplify his sail inventory by using only a small number three jib to reduce physical strain during the race.1:51 The event highlighted the competitiveness of older boats under current ORC rating rules, with a 40-year-old Swan 46 finishing third in its class.7:58 Organizers observed that while participation was lower than in previous years due to a conflicting world championship, the regatta remains a significant social and competitive fixture for the sailing community.5:47

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