September-October 1964

Introduction to Tom Wilson as the new editor of Bagpipe, the twelfth and final issue edited in Kansas. Wilson sails with the Cowan Lake Fleet and the magazine will transition to Kentucky. Notes the publication has struggled to find enough stories but appreciates reader contributions.

Discussion of measurement procedures required by the International Sailing class, detailing specific measurements like all-up weight, masts and booms, sails, battens, and spinnaker poles, with notes on common errors.

Pete Bordes and his crew won the 1964 National Championship, with detailed accounts of the six races held at Cleveland Yachting Club in Rocky River, Ohio. The races were keenly contested with various leaders and tight finishes throughout.

Detailed narrative accounts of the six races sailed during the 1964 National Championship, including weather conditions, tactical decisions, and key moments that determined the final outcomes.

Lists the top finishing boats in overall standings for the 1964 Thistle National Championship competition.

List of winners for each of the six races and special awards including Rookie, Long Distance, Top Finisher, Novice, and Presidents Cup awards.

Report of the annual Independence Day Regatta at Pymatuning Yacht Club with Wanenmacher's decisive victory and descriptions of challenging weather and wind conditions.

Photo essay showing scenes from Dead Man's Island testing and Thistles sailing on Lake Erie during the National Championship.

Commentary on the excellent swimming pool and camping facilities at the 1964 National Championship, and recollections of social activities and meals throughout the event.

Account of the New Jersey District championship won by Elmer Richards sailing Gold Cup course, with details of the sailing conditions and race results.

Report of the Michiana Thistle District regatta at Michigan City Yacht Club with Howard Boston's victory and coverage of challenging weather and race conditions.

Ted Hinsworth piloting Black Jack won the District Championship at Lake Erie West, with details of challenging sailing conditions and the decisive margin of victory.

Jerry Slawecki won the Central Atlantic District championship held at Washington Yacht Club with details of challenging sailing conditions and race results.

Continuation of the Measurer's Memo discussing sail measurements, measurement tolerances, and specific rulings for various Thistle Class modifications including main traveler, jib luff, and spinnaker fittings.

Ilmar Palm-Leis won the Lake Michigan Thistle Championship in steady winds with strong competition from other skilled sailors throughout the regatta.

Historical narrative about the Ohio Interclub Regatta and Thistle fleet at Cleveland, tracing the origins of various Thistle boats and their previous owners and histories.

Report of racing at Cowan Lake with Bobby White's victory and descriptions of challenging weather and shifting wind conditions during the competition.

Account of the annual Admiral Farragut Mead regatta held at Concord Yacht Club's Thistle Fleet 46, describing the facilities, racing conditions, and the importance of the event to the Thistle community.

Account of Jim Phelps' sailing achievement with his boat HARD-ALEE in a successful series at the Whale of a Sail regatta at the Allom pool of the Mississippi River.

Report of Ted Liggett's victory in the Pacific Coast Championship held at Pigeon Lake, detailing challenging sailing conditions and notable performances throughout the races.

Report of the Great Lakes Championship regatta hosted by Fleet 3 at Sandusky on July 18-19, 1964, with Lockwood's victory and results from the three races.

Report of the Long Island Sound District Championship regatta organized by the Centurion Yacht Club, with Walt Stubner's victory and descriptions of competitive racing conditions.

Report of Tom Carpenter's victory at the Summer Opening regatta in Kaneohe Bay, with details of challenging wind conditions and competitive racing throughout the three races.

Account of the Houston Summer Regatta with a large fleet of 235 boats in racing on three courses, featuring shifting winds and competitive racing among experienced skippers.

Report of Ed Fracker's victory in the 1964 Cleveland Yachting Club Regatta held July 25-26, with accounts of the races and his dominant performance throughout the competition.

Report of the Governors Cup Regatta held at the Riverton, New Jersey Yacht Club on June 27 and 28, 1964, with Ed Walsh sweeping three Thistle races and Pete Hendricks finishing overall third.

Report of the Severn Sailing Association's Annual Regatta held in Annapolis on June 20 and 21 with details of competitive racing and wind conditions throughout the weekend.

Classified advertisements and boat sales listings including Thistle boats for sale, equipment, and services related to the Thistle Class Association.