Phoenix Arrived in the wee hours - First Canadian Boat to Finish
by Charlotte Gann & Race Committee, July 20th, 2022
At 03:17:34 HST on July 20, 2022 the race yacht Phoenix crossed the finish line near Kaanapali and became the First Canadian boat to finish. A short while later, the boat was piloted to the Lahaina Small Boat Harbor and came alongside to the wild cheers at about 4 AM of family, friends and the team of Greeters from Sea Maui. Champagne corks popped aboard Phoenix and many hugs and kisses were shared.
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club Vice Commodore Cedric Burgers was on hand to the delight of Gord Wylie and his Phoenix crew. At 10 AM, the Lahaina Yacht Club was buzzing, a fine repast was provided for the champion sailors who are thrilled to have completed the race and have so many tales of Challenge, Adventure and Teamwork to share for decades to come.
Phoenix Cheers for the Lahaina Yacht Club's Aloha welcome
First breakfast together for the Phoenix family is very sweeet after being apart so long
Many thanks to Sea Maui for greeting Phoenix at this crazy early hour - you are champions too
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Type: Tripp 47Skipper: Gib Black
Port: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
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"Beginning with the first running of the Vic-Maui Race in 1965, I have followed the previous participants routing, finishes and associated weather components with great interest and intrigue. A few of my friends have competed and completed the race and all speak of the challenging yet gratifying conditions, tactics and not least, the great send off in beautiful Victoria B.C. The cold aspects of the race have previously kept me from entering the race at bay, having been raised in Hawaii and spending so much time there in the warm ethos. However, it is finally time to lean forward and enter the 2022 race and cast aside any trepidation. In the anticipation of finally participating in the 2022 race, this coming December and Christmas, Santa promises to bring me my first pair of sailing boots!
I believe my boat, a Tripp 47, is very competitive and embodies the synergy and nucleus of a formidable and capable crew. The crew have sailed thousands of ocean and inland racing miles and have earned my admiration and respect. The boat crews numerous completed Transpacs, PacCups and other offshore races that they have sailed with me on, is a testament to their determination and competitive nature. They deserve this new opportunity for an enhanced northern latitude to southern latitude race, and to experience the humbleness and satisfaction that this race has the potential to exude. My crew and myself are all looking forward with eager anticipation to joining our Canadian pals and accompanying esprit de corps, for the 2022 Vic-Maui Race.
Aloha,
Gib"
