The strong La Tramontana wind postponed the Downhill Skiff Cross, and all 25 teams signed up were glad to catch a few more ZZZ's in the wake of the 29er European Championship final fiesta.  By launching time, the Race Committee had all the slalom marks in place ready to go and the wind went round 180 degrees and died... NOOO!

But eager sailors, and even more eager regatta organizers (the entire RC and the VP of 29er Christian Kramer) hit the hot beach with harnesses and climbed into zodiacs for some ride-sharing.  Not to be outdone was Manuel the CEO of Club Vela La Ballena Alegre who in full flouro neoprene and helmet hit the twin wires with 29er President Jen Morgan Glass at his side for a tight reach.

At 63, the retired Flying Dutchman Olympic campaigner proved the 29erXX is not just for kids.

2010 Volvo ISAF Youth World sailors Andrea Savio and Alessandro Savio of Italy, took a spin when the sea breeze kicked in and pulled a series of hot gybes deciding two wires are definitely better than one.

Back at the hot boat park the fleet rigged and Seiko'd up the sails getting ready for the next day's racing.  Everyone was so fired up about the Downhill Skiff Cross, the fleet will "go downhill" later in the week.

Everyone send good vibes for sweet breeze!

Photos by Yann Audic Photography - www.yannaudic.com
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