Written by Tim Wright, Chuck Rudinsky
Proofreading & Editing by Kathleen Whitehead
Photos by Paul McBride, B. B. Wright, Mark Whitehead
Captions and Layout by Paul McBride
Games by Dave Perry
e-mail: backbayskippers@gmail.com
Soling Regatta Tuesday, June 9
The Soling fleet was treated to a hot, windy and sunny day on June 9th. The winds were shifting and gusting at the beginning of the afternoon but decreased in strength and frequency as time went on. Another factor for the sailors to deal with was the return of weeds that snag keels and rudders. The conditions were ever-changing and the fourteen racers were challenged all afternoon. Thanks to our scorekeepers, Karen and B.B., for keeping us on task so we could complete twelve races.
Solings on the Water
There were only two racers in the Sailor fleet with Dave Hogenson finishing next to last (first) and newcomer Charlie Lincoln in second. Much credit goes to Charlie for finishing his first full day of racing without mishaps. He has reworked a boat given to him by Bill Malay and turned it into a reliable boat. Now his fun begins as do the challenges that come with learning such a multi-faceted sport. Where are the others in the Sailor Class? We miss you.
Tim Wright won the Masters fleet, winning seven of the twelve races. Second-place finisher, Chuck Rudinsky, had three wins, with Ted Monetta and Al Posnack each getting one win. Al came in third overall. It should be noted that Rick Gates was scored as a Sailor, but we know he is a Master. He also sailed consistently but, his actual position is not evident when this report was written.
Thanks to all who came out and made the afternoon very pleasant.
from the San Antonio collection.
US12 Regatta Thursday, June 11
This afternoon for the US 12s was a very similar day to Tuesday when the Solings sailed. It was a westerly wind, a bit shifty (normal for Back Bay) with up-and-down velocity.
We started the day with four sailors. When Jim Opie arrived for Race #2 all five sailed. We lost Anthony Quinn after Race #4 with a broken rudder and Chuck after Race #8 with continued rig issues. He had had a total rig failure before race five. His mast fell down. All the sailors used their boats to push Charlie’s boat to shore, exhibiting great sailing skill.
John Simms showed impressive speed and nice upwind tactics, winning seven of the nine completed races. Bruce Wilhelm won the fourth and fifth races, showing good speed as well. Before racing, Bruce said he moved his mast and was worried about weather helm. I think he figured it out. All sailors shared second or third place during the day’s races.
The day was cut short to nine races when Chuck also had to retire for the day.
head to the first mark.
AMYA Region 1 US12 Championship
Next Thursday, June 18, is the AMYA US12 Region 1 Championship Regatta as well as normal US12 sailing. This is your chance to participate in an AMYA event right here in Wolfeboro. AMYA members, register for the regatta for free at the AMYA website, but all are welcome to sail.
See you next Thursday.
Back Bay Sailing
The sailing season is underway, join us on Tuesday or Thursday at 1 PM, weather permitting, to enjoy the fun. Wednesday is set aside if conditions on Tuesday or Thursday aren’t suitable. We welcome you to just watch the spectacle or ask to give it a try – we love to share.
Scores
2026-06-09 Soling Master Class Regatta | ||||
| Name | Races/Throws (Pct) | Total Pts. | Average | Score |
| Wright, Tim | 10/2 (100%) | 13 | 1.30 | 1 |
| Rudinsky, Chuck | 10/2 (100%) | 23 | 2.30 | 2 |
| Posnack, Al | 10/2 (100%) | 39 | 3.90 | 3 |
| Witzel, Jeff | 10/1 (91%) | 43 | 4.30 | 4 |
| Monetta, Ted | 10/2 (100%) | 47 | 4.70 | 5 |
| Davis, Linwood | 10/2 (100%) | 50 | 5.00 | 6 |
| Barstow, Tom | 10/2 (100%) | 56 | 5.60 | 7 |
| Griggs, Doug | 10/2 (100%) | 63 | 6.30 | 8 |
| Bennett, Kevin | 10/2 (100%) | 68 | 6.80 | 9 |
| Pacini, Bob | 10/2 (100%) | 73 | 7.30 | 10 |
| Quinn, Anthony | 10/1 (91%) | 94 | 9.40 | 11 |
2026-06-09 Soling Sailor Class Regatta | ||||
| Name | Races/Throws (Pct) | Total Pts. | Average | Score |
| Gates, Rick | 10/2 (100%) | 11 | 1.10 | 1 |
| Hogenson, Dave | 10/2 (100%) | 17 | 1.70 | 2 |
| Lincoln, Charlie | 10/1 (91%) | 30 | 3.00 | 3 |
2026-06-04 US12 Regatta | ||||
| Name | Races/Throws (Pct) | Total Pts. | Average | Score |
| Wright, Tim | 10/2 (100%) | 10 | 1.00 | 1 |
| Rudinsky, Chuck | 10/1 (91%) | 29 | 2.90 | 2 |
| Quinn, Anthony | 8/1 (73%) | 25 | 3.12 | 3 |
| Opie, Jim | 9/1 (82%) | 31 | 3.44 | 4 |
| Simms, John | 9/1 (82%) | 31 | 3.44 | 4 |
| Wilhelm, Bruce | 10/2 (100%) | 42 | 4.20 | 6 |
2026-06-11 US12 Regatta | ||||
| Name | Races/Throws (Pct) | Total Pts. | Average | Score |
| Simms, John | 8/1 (100%) | 11 | 1.38 | 1 |
| Wilhelm, Bruce | 8/1 (100%) | 19 | 2.38 | 2 |
| Opie, Jim | 7/1 (88%) | 19 | 2.71 | 3 |
| Rudinsky, Chuck | 7/1 (88%) | 21 | 3.00 | 4 |
| Quinn, Anthony | 4/0 (44%) | 12 | 3.00 | 4 |
Videos and Photos
- Back Bay Skippers Video (WMUR NH Chronicles)
- Back Bay Skippers YouTube Channel
- Latest Videos: Solings, US12s, Lily Pond
- Latest Photos: Solings, US12s, Lily Pond
- Photo Gallery
Previous Highlights
- Sasquatch Regatta (Nor’easter Footy Series) 2021, 2019
- Sheila Ryan Memorial Footy Regatta 2021, 2020
- Awards for 2019 Season
- Tim Wright Wins CAN/AM Challenge 2019
- Lake Discovery Camp 2019
- US12 AMYA Region 1 Championship, Nashua
- Spring Skippers Party 2019
Score Sheets
Upcoming Events: [2026 Schedule]
- June – October 2026 1-3PM Tuesdays Solings, Thursdays US12s, Wednesday – Alternate Rain Day
- June 18, 2026 AMYA Region 1 US12 Championship at Back Bay 1PM to 3PM – Free to Register
- July, 2026 Model Yachting Day. Try RC Sailing at Back Bay. Postponed. Date to be Announced. Volunteers Needed!
- July 6-10, 2026 Soling Building Workshop
- August 15, 2026 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- September 13, 2026 6th Annual RC Laser Regatta – Region 1 Championship, Bow Lake, Strafford NH
- September 22, 2026 Soling Season Ends
- September 24, 2026 US12 Season Ends
- September 29, 2026 Soling Enduro
- October 1, 2026 US12 Enduro
- November 3, 2026 Dock Out
Past Events:
- September 14, 2025 5th Annual RC Laser Regatta – Region 1 Championship, Bow Lake, Strafford NH
- September 10, 2025 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- July 5, 2025 Model Yachting Day
- July 7-11, 2025 NHBM Model Yacht Building Workshop
- September 8, 2024 4th Annual RC Laser Regatta – Region 1 Championship, Bow Lake, Strafford NH [More Photos]
- July 6, 2024 Model Yachting Day at Back Bay
- June 22, 2024 NHBM Booth at Summer Kick-Off 2024, Pop Whalen Ice and Arts Center
- June 15, 2024 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- February 2024 Building the Soling 1M Slotted Mast, by Mark Whitehead – Video
- February 2024 How to Win without Going Fast, by Al Posnack – Zoom Video
- October 13-15, 2023 USVMYG Championship Regatta, Honey Brook PA
- September 24, 2023 3rd Annual RC Laser Regatta, Bow Lake, Strafford NH
- September 15-16, 2023 Vintage Race Boat Regatta, Wolfeboro Bay – Video
- August 26, 2023 Sasquatch Footy Regatta
- August 5-6, 2023 CanAm Challenge Regatta, Stowe VT
- July 4, 2023 Wolfeboro Independence Day Parade
- July 1, 2023 Model Yachting Day
- May 15, 2023 WCVB Boston Chronicle
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Links: American Model Yachting Association, MinuteMan Model Yacht Club, Nashua Model Yacht Club, Marblehead Model Yacht Club, Greater Worcester Model Yacht Club, Sarasota Model Yacht Club, Space Coast Model Sailing Club, Sun Coast Model Sailing Club, Stowe Yacht Club, USS Constitution Model Shipwright Guild, Vac-U-Soling, 3D Printed Radio Yachts, US Vintage Model Yacht Group, Raritan Yacht Club RC Laser Fleet, Racing Rules of Sailing 2021-2024, Western Reserve Model Yacht Club, Joe SanAntonio Fleet Donation, SailFlow, US12 Plans