The Sausalito One-Design Invitational, held on July 13-14, showcased a thrilling competition among J/105 boats. Niuhi, helmed by Randy Hecht, dominated the regatta, securing first place overall with an impressive performance of 4 bullets across six races.

In the first race, Niuhi took the lead, followed by Alchemy in second, and Godot 2.0 in third. The second race saw Ne*Ne taking first place, with Niuhi and Jabberwocky close behind. Niuhi continued to excel, winning races three and four, while Blackhawk took first in race five. Niuhi capped off its performance with another victory in race six, securing its position at the top.

Blackhawk and Jabberwocky also delivered strong performances, finishing second and third overall, respectively. Boats such as Arbitrage and Box of Rain showed remarkable improvements, with Box of Rain finishing eighth overall, a significant climb from their previous standings.

For detailed race results and further standings, visit the results page.

The Sausalito Yacht Club’s excellent race management ensured a smooth and memorable event, highlighting the competitive spirit and skill of the J/105 fleet.

Top Performers

Several boats distinguished themselves with exceptional performances:

• Niuhi, Randy Hecht – With a total of 13 points, Niuhi claimed the top spot, demonstrating consistent performance across the races.
• Blackhawk, Ryan Simmons – Blackhawk secured second place with 23 points, showcasing some solid racing.
• Jabberwocky, Brent Vaughan – Jabberwocky finished third with 27 points, maintaining strong performance throughout the regatta.

Updated Season Standings

Following the Sausalito One-Design Invitational, the updated season standings are:

1. NeNe, Tim Russell – 53 points
2. Blackhawk, Ryan Simmons – 77 points
3. Jabberwocky – 143 points
4. Arbitrage – 144 points
5. Akula – 155 points

For detailed race results and further standings, please visit the results page​.

Host Club’s Remarkable Effort

The Sausalito Yacht Club and PRO Jeff Zarwell hosted a great regatta, ensuring smooth operations despite the challenging wind and tide conditions. Their race management efforts contributed significantly to the event’s success, making it a memorable experience for all participants.