#sailing #PHRF #sailboatracing #CaptainQ #BoatFools #racingstories #sailboatlife Old Sailing Rivals Talk Smack Two old racing rivals. One rating system. Plenty of trash talk. ⚓😄 In this short, Captain Alan “Captain Q” Kew and Tristram Coburn revisit the good old days—when starting lines were crowded, egos were fragile, and PHRF ratings decided who really won the race. If you’ve ever wondered what PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) means, or why sailors argue about it decades later, this one’s for you. Using the Intrepid 40 as the spark, we break down how PHRF works—seconds per mile, rating differences, and why two boats (and two skippers) can finish together but never agree on the result. This is accidentally educational sailing content: part nostalgia, part explanation, and part friendly (mostly) rivalry. Whether you’re a cruiser, racer, or just here for the banter, welcome to BoatFools Sailing. 👉 Subscribe for real-world sailboat reviews, racing stories, and honest boat-buying advice—no yacht-broker fluff. Real boats, real people, real fun! Sailboats for the Rest of Us! Join us for full boat tours, expert insights, and sailing adventures—all with a touch of humor.

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We took the opportunity to take advantage of a world championship being held so close to our offices to go over and film some content. Unfortunately we could only get over for one race, and the only boat we could get was a 45 foot yacht so we couldn't get to close to the action.

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The double stepped hull and wave piercing bow ensure a comfortable and dry ride through the Haulover inlet. Where other powercats burry their bow and scoop up water, the HammerCat eats the chop for lunch! # haulover #centerconsole #outboards #miamiboats #florida #waves #powercat #freemanboats #invincibleboats #worldcat

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