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We're giving away a Team McLaughlin Hat, Buff, and Shirt in conjunction with McLaughlin Boat Works before the premiere of our first video with Brian Holloway from McLaughlin. If you want to win, make sure you follow McLaughlin Boat Works and OPTI TV on Instagram @sailmclaughlin @opti_tv and tag a friend! Winner gets announced on Thursday, May 7th!

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