West Marine / US Sailing Open Regatta

So why is the West Marine / US Sailing Open Regatta such a big deal? For the younger sailors it's their opportunity to compete at a high level and build a resume of wins that leads to opportunities to sail at events around the world. This regatta for the IQ Foil class on San Francisco Bay had big winds and currents which was very different from the previous five venues and challenged the sailors, young and old, to be at their very best. The regatta was hosted by the St. Francis Yacht Club. Each division sailed 13 races over 3 days and in the conditions San Francisco Bay provides it took all their skills to stay upright and go fast.