Distance is relative

Fred mentioned in this post that he traveled from Hyeres to Estonia and that is was like trailing from the east coast to the west coast in the US. While the trek was impressive (see below,) it isn't quite like traveling across the US.



For my trek to Oregon, I'll need to travel over 2900 miles one way. You do the math...



On another note, what's the groupthought about changing the max beam from 7'4" (7.3333') to 7' to accommodate a change in trailering laws? My thought is to leave things as is. Participation at regattas will have an added flair of excitement - can we make the trip without getting caught?

Lastly, remembering the snafu about sail number spacing at Weymouth, I'm inclined to remind folks that they are responsible to make sure that their equipment meets the measurement rules and not to rely on builders or sailmakers. Shades of Dr. Laura!






I can see for miles, by Pete Townshend (1967)

I know you've deceived me, now here's a surprise
I know that you have 'cause there's magic in my eyes

I can see for miles and miles and miles and miles and miles
Oh yeah

If you think that I don't know about the little tricks you play
And never see you when deliberately you put things in my way

Well, here's a poke at you
You're gonna choke on it too
You're gonna lose that smile
Because all the while

I can see for miles and miles
I can see for miles and miles
I can see for miles and miles and miles and miles and miles
Oh yeah

You took advantage of my trust in you when I was so far away
I saw you holding lots of other guys and now you've got the nerve to say

That you still want me
Well, that's as may be
But you gotta stand trial
Because all the while

I can see for miles and miles
I can see for miles and miles
I can see for miles and miles and miles and miles and miles
Oh yeah

I know you've deceived me, now here's a surprise
I know that you have 'cause there's magic in my eyes

I can see for miles and miles and miles and miles and miles
Oh yeah

The Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal are mine to see on clear days
You thought that I would need a crystal ball to see right through the haze

Well, here's a poke at you
You're gonna choke on it too
You're gonna lose that smile
Beacuse all the while

I can see for miles and miles
I can see for miles and miles
I can see for miles and miles and miles and miles
and miles and miles and miles and miles

I can see for miles and miles*