November-December 1967

A report from Tri-Harbor Thistle Fleet #84 describing the fleet's annual membership meeting and election of officers for the 1968 season. The fleet includes Alamitos Bay, Cabrillo Beach, and Los Angeles Harbors and welcomes new visitors.

A detailed technical discussion of a proposed amendment to Fleet 101's sail specifications to allow Cunningham holes for adjusting sail tension. Multiple sailmakers debate the advantages and disadvantages of this modification, with discussion of luff and foot tension control and implications for sail design and racing.

A detailed first-person account of racing at the 1967 Thistle Nationals. Jim Miller describes three races at Crescent Sail Yacht Club in Michigan, analyzing wind conditions, tactics, and the performances of various boats and crews in what was a competitive and challenging series.

A comprehensive program and schedule for the 1968 Thistle Mid-Winter Championships regatta being held in St. Petersburg, Florida from February 18-22. The schedule details all racing events, social activities, and practical information for competitors and guests attending the championship.

A regatta report on the 1967 Atlantic Coast Thistle Championships held in Boston Harbor Fleet #22 at the Cottage Park Yacht Club in Winthrop, Massachusetts. With forty-four boats competing and seven power boats towing the large fleet, the racing saw strong performances from Bordes and other top skippers in variable coastal wind conditions.

A comprehensive report of the Great Lakes Thistle Championship held at Crescent Sail Yacht Club in Detroit, Michigan. The article details three challenging races in unpredictable wind conditions and includes a complete set of race results and standings.

A race report on the Northern California Thistle District Championships held at Clear Lake. Peter Nutting won the championship after a tightly contested series with other top skippers, taking the lead on the final leg and winning the regatta. The article details the racing conditions and finisher standings.

A report of the 1967 New England District Thistle Championship Regatta held at Cape Park Yacht Club in Winthrop, Massachusetts. The article describes how the fleet got underway in a gentle southeasterly wind with storm clouds gathering, and details the competitive racing that unfolded across three races.

A detailed race report of the 1-4-1-7 championship series sailed by Jim Miller (1776) as he competed with the top finishers for the Lake Erie East championship crown. The article describes how typical light and variable July airs mixed things up, with the most consistent finishers ultimately determining the winner.

A regatta report from the Western Carolina S. C. Invitational held at Lake Hartwell, South Carolina in August. W. L. Tumlin dominated the three-race series with commanding performances and tactical superiority, taking the overall victory in a competitive fleet.

A race report from the New Jersey Governor's Cup Regatta. Ed Walsh dominated the event with commanding performances in light to heavy air conditions, demonstrating exceptional seamanship and tactical skill to win the championship in dominant fashion.

A regatta report on the Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club Invitational Regatta held on August 12 and 13. The article describes how the LEHYC invitation was received after the New Jersey District schedule conflict, noting that only seven Thistles responded to the invitational despite the prestigious venue and event.

A lighthearted regatta report from the Broken Crank Regatta held on October 15, 1967. The article humorously describes the colorful mix of sailors and their boats at this informal sailing event, featuring various amusing anecdotes and notable competitors.

A regatta report from the East Coast Fall Series held at Milford Yacht Club in Connecticut. Pete Bordes' crew of Sandy and Sid VanZandt demonstrated consistent superior boat handling and competitive sailing to sweep the fall series races with commanding performances.

A regatta report from the 1967 Annual Thistle Regatta at Cape May hosted by the Corinthian Yacht Club. The article describes the challenging 4.5 mile modified Olympic course and details the close racing on an Eastward breeze where Phil Clarkson and his wife Elyn demonstrated superior seamanship to win the event.

A report on the first annual Thistle Junior Championship of Long Island Sound held at Cedar Point Yacht Club. Chris Pollak, 16 years old from Westport, won the championship by finishing first and second in two races with his sister Pam and crew, with other young Westport sailors finishing in top positions as well.

A comprehensive report on the Adams Cup semi-final championship series held at Lake Keystone near Tulsa, Oklahoma. Tulsa Thistle skipper Mrs. Darline Hobock delivered a dominant performance in the hot and drifter-filled racing, ultimately winning the championship by a decisive margin over other competitive skippers.

A comprehensive section of classified advertisements and marketplace listings including Thistle boat sales, equipment for sale, services, and various sailing-related products and opportunities. Includes boats for sale, sails, rigging equipment, insurance options, and other Thistle Class merchandise.