Great start - no casualties!

Jamie Livingston is now crewing for Howard's Pub - that'll mean a penalty, but at least they're still in the race. Andy is scheduled for surgery next week for his seperated shoulder.

Neither Brevard Challenge or Team Loewen started this morning and are now officially retired for the event. They both had the option to start this morning with a penalty.

Some excitement in the 6.0 fleet during the second flight off the beach - Mezzo Speed nearly collided with another boat in the surf. In the confusion, one of their boards dropped and they were aground for a moment. They got moving again and are on their way. Semp Toshiba seemed to get through the surf the best and appeared to have the lead within a few minutes of the start.

More to come - short, fast leg today! Look for the first boat by 14:00 or so!