I used to be the youngest guy on the course - now there are JCs, Treys, Siaus and Sarahs running around... <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" /> [/quote]

I remember the days of sitting in wide eyed wonder on the Saturday Evening bull session after a day of racing. Alternately being informed, entertained and educated, depending on the story being told.
I also remember one evening being asked what I thought about some subject I really didn't know much about.
My reply was hey, my frame of reference is the last regatta, this regatta and the next regatta, I really don't have a clue. I remember feeling so lucky to be included in those sessions because I learned so much more listening and watching experienced sailors "draw in the sand".
Now, participating in those same sessions 25 years later, I also feel privileged to share some of what I have learned with the newer and younger sailors.
Quite honestly, even after 25 years, I often learn something by participating. This thread is a perfect example.

Stephen