Michael writes with same restrained intensity that I imagine he sails with. He oozes authority and I hang on every word! His track record in the race is extraordinary, and the boat was showing remarkable pace before being forced to withdraw in 2024. But most of all you have to admire his vision in seeing the potential for success in a 120 year old double ender.

It’s been a while coming but I’m finally realising Regatta’s are not necessarily about the glamorous and high-end boats they are about the people you meet and race against on the way through.