October/November 1985

President's message reflecting on a successful year for the Thistle Class, highlighting achievements in growth promotion and organizational leadership. Discusses the role of various committee members and officers.

Editor's column reflecting on two years of editorial work, grateful acknowledgments to contributors and the exceptional support from his wife Joyce and others involved in producing the magazine.

Official minutes from Governing Board meeting held at North Cape Yacht Club on August 10, 1985. Covers officers' reports, site selection, nationals planning, and various class business items.

Minutes from the Annual Meeting of the Thistle Class Association held August 13, 1985. Reports from various officers on class business, trophies, nationals, and other matters. Discussion of rule amendments concerning junior membership age change.

Letters to the editor from Thistle class members discussing various topics including the 1986 nationals bid, boat naming, and fleet discrimination.

Comprehensive report of the 1985 Thistle Nationals held at North Cape Yacht Club in Monroe, Michigan. Details races, competition results, and personal accounts of sailing conditions and performance by top competitors including champion David Dellenbaugh.

Profile of Dave Keran, 2nd Vice-President and new Bagpipe Editor, highlighting his extensive Thistle sailing experience, involvement in promoting the class, and his background in Northern California racing.

Announcement for the 15th Annual Mid Winters West regatta hosted by Mission Bay Yacht Club in San Diego, January 16-19, 1986. Includes schedule of events, registration information, and details for contestants.

Announcement for the 31st Mid-Winters East regatta at St. Petersburg Yacht Club, March 1-6, 1986. Detailed information on housing, registration, measurements, crew, and schedule of events.

Article about racing strategy and sportsmanship, discussing how competitive sailors can balance winning with maintaining good humor and learning from racing experiences.

Section covering multiple regional regatta reports including High Sierra Regatta, Hells Canyon Regatta, Huntington Lake Event, Michiana Championship, Winnetka Supersail XIII, and Delaware River Perpetual events.

List of new members who recently joined the Thistle Class Association from various fleets across different regions.

Classified advertisements for Thistle boat sales, insurance, parts, and services offered by various vendors and private sellers.