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     1999 MILWAUKEE GRAND PRIX Rating: N/A |
After a two year hiatus, Fred Horowitz and Pinochhio returned to the Great Lakes S2 9.1 Meter one-design scene in grand style. Fred was responsible for commisioning the original G&S30 that became the prototype for the S2 9.1 Meter. Fred has always been a Class supporter and regular member. At the 1999 Milwaukee Grand Prix, he reminded the Class that he probably still knows the boat (and Milwaukee) better than the rest of us (even with a short rig!). To 9.1 owners, Pinochhio’s shape is very familiar but its immaculate woodgrain laminate hull gives it a beautifully unique appearance. Although the crew of Spectra hoped to repeat their sweep of this event two years ago, Fred clearly dominated this event placing no worse than third in the four races completed of five planned at this mini-NOOD style regatta sponsored by Sailing Magazine. Veteran Class member George Darrell and Paradox came to this event fresh off a victory in the Hook Race (see ShortTacks) and continued sailing well with excellent finishes. Kato returned to the circuit at this event, although Don Rychlinski and his crew failed to dominate as they have in past Class events in Milwaukee. While the Grand Prix marked the return of Pinochhio, it also marked the unusual absence of another Class veteran. Dick English, the original owner of hull#58 Tenacity, had not missed a Class event in many years. Fortunately, the Class is pleased to report that Dick’s son has recovered very well from a critical health condition that kept Dick from competing. After placing well in the previous two 1999 Class events, Entropy allowed Eric Oesterle and Mike Greenwald of Slingshot to close the gap in the season championship race. As always, nearly everyone showed winning ability as five boats posted top three finishes. RESULTS 1. Pinochhio -1 -3 -2 -2 =8 2. Paradox -2 -4 -1 -3 =10 3. Spectra -5 -1 -5 -1 =12 4. Slingshot -6 -2 -4 -4 =16 5. Kato -3 -6 -3 -5 =17 6. Entropy -4 -5 -7 -6 =22 7. Kahuna -7 -7 -8 -7 =29 8. Nomad -8 -8 -6 -8 =30 2000 MILWAUKEE GRAND PRIX DATES Aug 5-6, 2000 |
