WetaFest USA

🌴⛵ Florida Weta Circuit Wrap-Up! ⛵🌴

A big shout-out to everyone who raced in this year’s Florida Weta Circuit — we wrapped it up in Pensacola last weekend with some tight light-air racing! 💨

👏 Congratulations to the overall champions:
🏆 Single-Handed: Pete Merrifield
🏆 Double-Handed: Linda Wright (FWYC!)

We’re proud of all our FWYC sailors who made waves across the circuit:
⚓ Linda Wright – Widget (Double-Handed Overall Winner!)
⚓ Harry Walker – Weta 1008 (2nd Double-Handed)
⚓ Corky Pittsenberger – la Areñita (Weta 4.4) (3rd Double-Handed)
⚓ Kip Keelin – Weta 869
⚓ James Serpa – Bumble Bee
⚓ Bob Curry – Spicey
⚓ Richard Kiczek – Weta

Way to represent Fort Walton Yacht Club and keep the tris flying! 💪🌊

Full results are below ⬇️, and more upcoming events can be found here:
🔗 https://www.wetanorthamerica.com/central-florida-events

Stay tuned — 2026 Florida Weta Circuit “counter” regattas will be announced soon! ⚡

Central Florida Events | wetanorthamerica Listing of upcoming EVENTS hosted by the WCNA Central Florida Fleet. View details of the Events. RSVP if you plan to attend. Get notification of Event Updates. Events include Weta Trimaran Racing events as well as Social Events known as SWARMS.

Wetafest 2025 day 3. Wind was gusting 20-25 knots with waves during race. Great job sailors!

Wetafest 2025 day 2

Only 4 weeks until WetaFest!
Don’t miss out—register now and be part of the excitement!
https://www.wetanorthamerica.com/event-details/wetafest-2025

🚨 New Racing Rules Update! 🚨
📅 Effective January 1, 2025

Every four years, the racing rules get a refresh post-Olympics. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming 2025-2028 rules:

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🆕 Free Rules App for Members!
✨ US Sailing members can access the new rules via a free app, which will be available by mid-December.

📖 Printed Rulebooks
The printed rulebook arrives in January after World Sailing’s final review. Certified officials will receive a complimentary copy, and additional copies will be available at cost for others.

📚 Dive Deeper with Dave Perry’s Books!
📌 Understanding the Racing Rules of Sailing through 2028
📌 100 Best Racing Rules Quizzes
📌 Winning in One Designs (newly republished!)

All are available in the US Sailing store this December, perfect for sailors and judges who want to master the new rules.

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💥 Get ready to set sail with confidence in 2025!

🚨 NEW WEBINAR: MASTER THE NEW RACING RULES! 🚨
⛵️ A new set of racing rules goes into effect worldwide on January 1. Stay ahead of the game by joining a 4-part webinar series with Dave Dellenbaugh, starting Monday, November 18 at 8:00 pm (US Eastern).

📚 🔹 Session 1 & 2: In-depth coverage of 2025-2028 rule changes.
🧠 🔹 Session 3: Test your knowledge with quizzes.
❓ 🔹 Session 4: Q&A to tackle your most pressing questions.

💰 Price: $55 ($60 after October 31) – includes all live webinars, Q&A access, and unlimited replays.

👉 Register Here https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1917279138815/WN_ZeVyUuZhSC-gXT7oyRGY1g #/registration👈

📅 See you on November 18! 🎉

As the Fleet Captain, I cannot echo enough the heartfelt praise Sam and Jennifer expressed for the Fort Walton race committee. 🙌 The exceptional dedication and commitment of the Fort Walton race committee truly humbles me. 💪 From Melbourne Yacht Club to Upper Keys Yacht Club, from St. Pete Yacht Club to Ocean Springs and Pensacola, the Fort Walton approach stands out as the epitome of excellence, embodying the essence of US Sailing standards. ⛵ Each event orchestrated by this committee has been nothing short of extraordinary, leaving indelible memories etched in the hearts of all who have participated. 🌟 I extend my deepest gratitude and admiration to the Fort Walton race committee members. May our endeavors inspire and uplift all who have the pleasure of crossing paths with this remarkable team. 🌊 God bless all of you for your invaluable contributions and the lasting memories you create. 🙏