June-July 1962

Editorial addressing the vang rule in Thistle racing and the importance of honest skippers. Discusses a protest at a regatta where boats appeared to have vangs up while beating, and examines the legality and purpose of the vang under Thistle class by-laws.

Announcement of the Third Annual Thistle Class Fall Series scheduled for consecutive weeks between September 8 and October 14, 1962. The series provides extended racing opportunity with six scheduled events and details about participation requirements.

Memo from the Chief Measurer addressing a protest committee decision regarding Thistle 1233. The boat has been reinstated and qualified after a centerboard correction was made, and measurements are pending further evaluation.

Obituary reporting that Ernest Bucher was drowned in a sailing mishap on Lake Erie, approximately two miles off Fairport Harbor. His body was found days later, and he is survived by his wife Pat and two children.

Report on the Milford Yacht Club Spring Series Thistle Championship where Ted Foutelieu's 'Grey Ghost' won five of nine possible firsts. The series featured two short races on consecutive Saturdays and Sundays with consistent sailing conditions and good wind.

Report on the Admiral Farragut regatta held on the Tennessee River, where Bob Bauer won over intense competition in five races. The Coast Guard and C.G. Auxiliary provided essential river traffic management and safety services throughout the event.

Report on the Memphis Cotton Carnival Regatta held May 5-6 on McKellar Lake, where John D. Martin, Jr. won both races with consistent sailing. The event featured light and variable winds and included a gala riverboat dinner celebration with trophies presented by Queen Julie Bondurant.

Analytical feature examining what determines regatta winning through statistical analysis of Thistle racing data. Uses charts and figures to demonstrate the relationship between fleet size, boat position, and winning probability across different regatta formats.

Report on the Erie One-Of-A-Kind regatta where a Thistle sailed by John Proctor earned third place honors against several other sailing classes. The event featured challenging competition across multiple classes with handicap ratings.

Report on the Dixie Sailing Club's second annual Punch Bowl Regatta on Martin Lake near Montgomery, Ohio. Forty-seven boats participated including ten Thistles, with Mead and Caldwell each earning first place finishes in two races.

Report on the Jackson Yacht Club's first invitational regatta held April 28-29, 1962 in Jackson, Mississippi. Thistle and other small boat classes participated across two days with excellent sailing conditions and strong winds.

Photographic sequence documenting the dramatic finish of a race at the Admiral Farragut regatta, showing Bob Bauer and Fairclough in close competition approaching the finish line with detailed captions describing the action.

Report on the Hap Nelson Memorial Trophy regatta at Damfull where Marlin Abramson won with a 4, 4, 2 combination. The two Saturday races featured moderate gusty air sailed over a square course, while later races showed varied wind conditions and changing standings.

Report on the 1962 Dixie Regatta at Guntersville, judged by participants to be the best ever held. Two races were sailed Saturday May 26 with excellent breezes and competition, followed by impressively organized activities.

Listing of scheduled Thistle regattas across the Long Island Sound region from July through August, including dates, host clubs, and contact information for race committees.

Announcement of a regatta to be held at Candlewood Yacht Club on July 28-29, inviting all Thistle owners to participate. The club, located on a deep lake in Connecticut, offers an excellent sailing venue with four Thistle boats already in the fleet.

Feature article describing an epic challenge between the Cowan and Leatherlips fleets near Cincinnati, featuring dramatic racing and a close competition won by the Cowan fleet. The article emphasizes the competitive spirit and the spectacle of racing the world's largest Thistle fleet.

Report on the Shreveport Yacht Club Annual Spring Regatta held on Cross Lake, where Thistle participants from various regions competed. Eight Thistles from the host Fleet were joined by boats from Texas and Kansas, with Larry Haupt earning top finishes.

Extended feature article detailing a cruise from Los Angeles to Catalina Island aboard a Thistle sailboat. The narrative recounts preparations, the sailing journey across the San Pedro Channel, arrival at Catalina, and the experience of cruising in a small boat.

Report on the Second Annual Canacaanoe Club Regatta at Canandaigua, New York, featuring competing Thistles from New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. Defending champion Jim Roberts of Ashtabula won the championship with multiple race victories.

Rules question and analysis column presenting a sailing situation and asking readers to determine the correct ruling. Describes a potential jibing situation with protest and counter-protest between competing boats.

Collection of classified advertisements for Thistle boats for sale, boat-related products and services, including ceramic ware, boat covers, used boats, and boat equipment. Also includes product announcements and insurance offerings.