Power Boating
Predicted Log Races
| A predicted log contest
has the great virtue of being simple in basic concept --- it is a
competition in piloting a vessel over a prescribed course in a time
predicted by each contestant, without access to any means of
determining elapsed time. The contest closely simulates the
conditions encountered in actual piloting, where safe arrival at a
destination may require the navigator to strive accurately to assess and
compensate for wind, current, uncontrolled speed variations and other
elements that may introduce errors. It is a good feeling to know
that you have the expertise to apply your knowledge of navigation.
Log racing gives you the confidence and understanding of your vessel to
arrive safely at your destination.
The International Power Boat Association (IPBA) is the governing body for predicted log contests in Washington and British Columbia. The South Sound, North Sound and Gulf of Georgia regions each sponsor six events per year. In addition, there is an International race held, this year in the Gulf Islands at Maple Bay. The North American Cruisers Association (NACA) invites skippers from North America to compete in the Invitational Predicted Log Contest help at different locations each Summer. Contact one of the T.Y.C. team and be a part of a winning team that thoroughly enjoys boating. Most events are on a Saturday and provide an opportunity to go boating at many different locations and meet fellow boaters from other clubs. Rick Zanolini, 2005-2006 Chairman |
| North Puget Sound | |
| Queen City - SYC Eagle Harbor Race | April 3 |
| Rainier Poulsbo | May 8 |
| Seattle Simson Trophy | September 18 |
| Port Orchard Fall Roundup | October 9 |
| South Puget Sound | |
| Jack Hyde Memorial | March 13 |
| Day Island Trophy | May 15 |
| Filucy Bay Interclub | June 5 |
| Tacoma / Olympia Challenge | October 2 |
| Gulf of Georgia | |
| VRC / BPS | May 15 |
| Gulf of Georgia | June 5 |
| Fall / Pankenham Burrard YC | September 11 |
| IPBA Sponsored | |
| International Cruiser Race | July 17 |
| Pacific Coast Yachting Association | |
| Barusch / Castana, Los Angeles | June 19 |
| Meetings | |
| IPBA Spring Meeting (SYC) | May 2 |
| Section Meeting (POYC) | October 10 |
| Annual Meeting (PYC) | November 13 |