Category Archives: Racing Logs

Rum Racing on Auckland Harbour

Posted on December 8, 2001 by George Backhus

After five months and five thousand miles of sailing last cruising season, what exactly do I do in the “off season.” For many cruisers, it’s time for visits back home to the see family and friends, yacht maintenance and repair, … Continue reading →

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The Round Rangitoto Race With MaxSea

Posted on November 19, 2001 by George Backhus

Two of the wonderful things about being based in Auckland for the summer are the very active race scene here, and all the beautiful islands in close proximity to the city. We took advantage of both last Saturday and participated … Continue reading →

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Back in the First World (Auckland)

Posted on October 22, 2001 by George Backhus

After five months of cruising in “the boonies,” re-entry into civilization is a bit of a shocker. It is great to be back “home” in Auckland, but it may take us awhile to catch our breath and adjust from “island … Continue reading →

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Rally to Tanna, Vanuatu

Posted on June 22, 2001 by George Backhus

Early Sunday Morning, we sailed out of Noumea and stopped in the spacious and well-protected Baie du Prony. Prony is situated just inside the barrier reef from Havannah Pass, the main shipping route into New Caledonia’s huge lagoon from the … Continue reading →

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Back in New Zealand

Posted on December 29, 1999 by George Backhus

At the moment we are anchored in Karaka Bay, Port Abercrombie, off the ruggedly beautiful Great Barrier Island, about 55 nautical miles from Auckland. Adam and Eric, my visiting Yank crew, are off diving for scallies (scallops) and crayfish (lobster) … Continue reading →

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The Pacific Cup Race, San Francisco to Hawaii

Posted on July 30, 1996 by George Backhus

July 1996 Preface The concept of racing Moonshadow in the Pacific Cup came about while sailing on the Bay with my friends Kathy and Andy Eggler one afternoon last summer. After a few beers, Andy commented “you know, this would … Continue reading →

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