Sailing as One: The Unique World of One Design Racing

Dive into the world of One Design racing with Matt Haley from Bedford Basin Yacht Club.  Learn about the Fall One Design Regatta, the power of shared knowledge, and why sailing is about more than just winning races. From family participation to volunteer-driven events, this episode explores the heart of sailing culture in Nova Scotia.


Photos: Credit to Fay Dickinson
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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to One Design Racing
• 0:45 What is One Design Sailing?
• 2:38 Bedford's Sailing History
• 4:51 Camaraderie in Sailing
• 7:08 ARC: Youth Sailing Event
• 9:59 RS21 Tuesday Night Racing
• 12:00 Fall One Design Regatta Experience
• 13:29 Organizing the One Design Event
• 19:21 Event Logistics and Challenges
• 25:30 Community Impact
• 27:23 Cost and Sustainability of One Design Racing
• 31:42 Intergenerational Sailing
• 33:19 Future of One Design Racing
• 34:21 Registration and Technology in Sailing