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'Better' conditions for Twilight

Capital Gazette Communications
Published 07/01/10
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There are some years when the annual Shearwater Sailing Club Twilight Race is a painfully slow drifter in sticky hot conditions. In other years, the regatta has been spoiled by the evening thunderstorms that tend to predominate during this time of the summer.

Much to the delight of organizers and competitors alike, this year's Twilight Race featured the fabulous scenery and sailing conditions that make this one of the most fun and unique events on the Chesapeake Bay.

This past Saturday brought strong southerly winds in the 8-14 knot range along with a clear skyline that was beyond beautiful. A healthy fleet of 50...

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