The Risk

Hubbell reflects on his 55-year journey in Thistle racing, starting as a Sea Scout and progressing to competitive racing. He describes how losing sight of the pure joy of sailing led him to reassess his priorities after a conversation with Charlie Steigerwald, reminding him that the fundamental point of Thistle sailing is simply enjoying being on the water.

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• sailing philosophy
• racing
• reflection