Disabled Crew Sails Mac
The sailing vessel Gigi [see boat profile] sails this year’s Chicago to Mackinac race with a special distinction. According to today’s Chicago Sun Times, four of the boat’s six crew are sailors with disabilities.
The boat has been fitted with a wooden grip for better access to the companionway and straps, so sailors can more easily stabilize themselves in bad weather.
The J-105 [see complete list of J-105’s in this year’s race] will complete on an even field with other boats in its class. Like most of the boats in the Chicago Mackinac, Gigi boast sailors with impressive back grounds and sailing abilities including recent wins in the Chicago NOOD and the Solo Chicago Mac.
You can find more information and the complete story at Chicago Sun Times
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