This year I raced Newport to San Diego, my first overnight race and my first time sailing internationally. I had originally planned to race the Ensenada route, but one of my crew members mistook his Real ID for a valid passport and was convinced his driver’s license would get him back into the United States. […]
South of the Border and Back: My First Overnight Race Read More »
The moment I’d been waiting for had finally arrived: The Catalina Classic. A 32-mile paddleboard race from Two Harbors, Catalina to Manhattan Beach. My friend Kim had qualified again, and once again, I was her Captain. Last year had gone flawlessly. I thought I knew what to expect. But the sea had other ideas. The
Vibe It Out – The Catalina Classic 2025 Read More »
For the first time since 2023—I raced! And it was a blast. Race weekend kicked off Friday evening when I headed out to my boat, planning to spend the weekend a couple of miles from the race. That night, I relaxed, watched some Shakespeare, and went to bed early. On Saturday morning, I woke up,
Swim Cancelled, Wetsuit Stuck, Vomit Deployed—Still Top 10 Read More »
After a stretch of inconsistent training, I’m back at it, working steadily to regain my fitness. Life has been anything but routine lately, with a new addition to the family—our daughter, now seven weeks old. Today, I want to explore what it’s been like coming back after a health scare and the challenges of reprioritizing
Finding Balance: A Return to Training Read More »
While paddling around the harbor last week, I ran into Captain Dave, a friend of a friend who I’ve gotten to know a little bit. He mentioned he would really like to get out and sail, so I invited him on the boat that Wednesday. Little did I know, this would turn into one of
Do you ever struggle with balancing your training intensity and keeping your rides enjoyable? It’s a fine line we all walk, especially when returning to a routine after a break. This past week, I might gotten one step closer to balancing my training. Here’s a glimpse into my latest cycling adventure and some training advice
Balancing Intensity and Enjoyment: Lessons from My Cycling Adventures Read More »
Picture this: a sun-drenched morning, the salty breeze whipping through your hair, and the open sea calling your name. Last week, while the ladies were busy at a baby shower, the boys and I decided to turn an ordinary day into an unforgettable adventure with a lunchtime voyage to Anacapa Island. We had no idea
High Seas and Big Laughs: Our Anacapa Island Adventure Read More »
Finally, I found the motivation to start working out again, and let me tell you, I was thrilled! I planned to ease back into it with a simple ride with my local cycling club and gradually work my way up to the more challenging rides. However, that first ride turned out to be more demanding
Rediscovering My Passion for Cycling: A Journey of Motivation and Perseverance Read More »
Welcome aboard Caim, my 1969 Cal 34! I’m the skipper, Kevin, and joining me on this adventure are my crew: first mate German, trimmer James, helmsman Mark, and bowman Robby. Together, we sail the high seas of the Santa Barbara Channel every Wednesday, chasing the dream of winning one of the local yacht club’s Wet
Charting the Course: Weekly Sailing Escapades on Caim Vol. 1 Read More »
Yesterday, I decided it was time to start training again. In about a month, I’m leading a 65-mile ride that includes Latigo Canyon—a hill that used to be manageable but will now be extremely challenging given my current lack of fitness. On the recommendation of some teammates, I installed FulGaz on my phone. The suggested
I (almost) Climbed Col du Tourmalet in 3rd Gear Read More »