October-November, 1978

The editor reflects on preparing the Nationals issue and thanks the Nationals organizers, particularly Linda Douglas (Bagpipe scribe), Jack Rupert, Ike Ganvard, and Jim Irvin for their efforts.

President Gaenzle discusses Class challenges including D&M centerboard measurements, trademark issues, and promotional efforts. He emphasizes the importance of keeping the Class unified while pursuing new members and maintaining financial stability.

Comprehensive coverage of the 1978 National Championship held at Cleveland Yacht Club where Andy Barnes (3437) won with his crew Marcia Rohan and Brian Nickerson. The report includes detailed race-by-race analysis and standings of the seven-race series.

Complete race-by-race standings for the Championship Division of the 1978 Nationals.

Complete listing of race winners and awards for the 1978 National Championship, organized by division with trophy names and recipients.

Announcement of sites selected for future Thistle National Championships.

Complete standings and race results for the President's Division at the 1978 National Championship.

Awards and trophies for overall final positions in both Championship and President's Divisions of the 1978 Nationals.

Special awards and trophies given during the 1978 National Championship for various achievements and accomplishments.

Official minutes from the Governing Board meeting held on August 12 at Cleveland Yachting Club, covering officers' reports, technical rullings, and committee actions.

Official minutes from the Annual Meeting of the Thistle Class Association held at Cleveland Yachting Club, covering officers' reports, amendments, and committee matters.

Report on Fleet 113's open-house event organized to promote the Class and recruit new members, including details on promotional materials and attendance.

Detailed analysis of survey results comparing Thistle skippers' preferences between the 720° Turn alternative penalty system and the 20% Alternative Penalty system based on survey of Mid-Winters participants.

Coverage of the CA Districts Championship where Peter Hale won with impressive performances, featuring detailed race-by-race narrative and final standings.

Report on the first annual Rob Roy Regatta held at Scott Creek near Richmond, Virginia, where Paul Norloff and his crew took top honors.

Report on the Lake Erie West Districts Championship where Greg Fisher dominated with four consecutive wins and strong performances throughout.

Detailed narrative of the Cowan Lake Thistle Regatta where Mark Gilliland and crew achieved first overall after a series of competitive races.

Report on the New Jersey Garden State Districts Championship hosted by Lake Hopatcong where Lloyd Kitchin dominated the series with four wins.

Report on the 1978 Canacanoe Thistle Regatta held at Canandaigua Lake where Larry Klein achieved dominant performances with four first-place finishes.

Announcement of a new Used Boat Clearing House service to help Thistlers buy and sell used boats through Honey's office.

Comprehensive collection of classified advertisements and marketplace listings including sailmakers, boat covers, sails, boats for sale, boat accessories, and other Thistle-related products and services.