“If You Think You Can’t, Just Try It” | RS Venture Connects at RS Fest 2026

At age 17, Otto Coleman is already discovering just how far sailing can take him. Competing at #RSFestSanFran 2026, Otto raced in the RS Venture Connect. In this video he shares his journey into sailing; from discovering a connection with nature and the outdoors to finding a community of people who encourage and support him along the way. One of the highlights of RS Fest was getting out on San Francisco Bay alongside so many other sailors. The RS Venture Connect fleet sailed alongside the RS Tera, RS Feva and RS Aero fleets, bringing multiple RS Classes together on the same water. This is the inclusive spirit of RS Fest. And the support didn’t stop at the shore: “Even while on the water, other boats out there were giving me tips, telling me what to pull - screaming at me which direction to go. All of that has been really helpful.” His message to anyone who thinks they have limits? “If you think you can’t, just try it. I’m pretty sure you will be able to do it and you’re going to have a lot of fun.” Get out there. Give it a try. You might surprise yourself. 🎬 Digital Contrast Media for West Sacramento Inclusive Sailing Foundation. ⛵ Boats supplied by California Inclusive Sailing Newport Beach. #rssailing #rsailitliveitloveit #RSFestSanFran #SailingForAll #AdaptiveSailing #InclusiveSailing