November-December 1965

Technical article describing the Clothesline Reel, a device for managing the spinnaker halyard at the centerboard trunk. Features an illustration of the mechanism and explains its function in simplifying boom vang setup.

Official minutes from the Thistle Class Association Governing Board meeting held August 22, 1965 at the Milford Yacht Club. Covers governance matters, trophy accounts, class publications, and decisions on fleet charters and equipment standards.

Chief Measurer Dave Minton's report on centerboard tolerance standards, approved fleet charters, and the status of Official Plans and Specifications for Thistle boats.

Continuation of governing board minutes covering the annual meeting discussions about boat specifications, sail policies, material approvals, and fleet charters.

Technical memo describing a new, simple spinnaker halyard fairlead design that was adopted at the Annual Meeting in August. Includes two detailed installation diagrams and instructions for proper setup.

Feature article profiling the 1965 District Champions across different regions. Highlights individual sailors' backgrounds, philosophies, and accomplishments in competitive Thistle sailing.

Collection of announcements and notices for Thistle Class members including photocopying services, fleet reports reminders, and business updates.

Registration form for the 1966 Thistle Winter Championship regatta to be held in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Detailed schedule of events for the Thistle Class Winter Championship regatta in St. Petersburg, Florida, February 13-17, 1966, including racing, social events, and activities.

Detailed account of the 1965 Thistle National Championship races held at Milford, Connecticut. Describes the unusual circumstances of the famous disputed seventh race and the challenging weather and racing conditions throughout the series.

Photographic essay with multiple images from the 1965 National Championship regatta at Milford, showing boats racing under various sail configurations.

Report on the Huntington Fleet #35 Fall Invitational Regatta where Ron Small's Mock Turtle boat won the race despite using unconventional tactics.

Race report of the Lake Erie East Districts competition featuring J. Miller winning over competitors like Dailey, Frisell, and others in a multi-race series.

Account of the Fall Invitational Regatta at Cottage Park Yacht Club in Massachusetts where Dennis Posey won despite early setbacks and rescue operations.

Account of the 9th Annual Naptown Regatta hosted by Indianapolis Fleet #89 where Howard King won despite facing challenging conditions and competition.

Report on the Old Goat Regatta at Lake Lanier, Georgia where Steve May won by mastering the light air conditions and sailing tactics.

Report on the Fourth of July three-race holiday regatta at Pymuting Yacht Club where teenager Nils Dailey beat experienced older sailors.

Brief regatta report on Jay Dornim winning a Lake Michigan competition, noting his boat's trailer and innovative low-cost design features.

Report on Walt Stubner's October victory in the Milford Yacht Club Fall Circuit at Westport, Connecticut, with race results.

Report on the Jackson Yacht Club Invitational regatta held in Mississippi where a visiting fleet from the north took top honors.

Collection of classified advertisements for Thistle boat sales, equipment, services, and general marketplace listings from various sellers.