This year only one eight, Sagitta, was present. Sagitta was by far the fastest boat, but without any real challengers it kind of did not resemble a sailing race but rather cruising through a beautiful archipelago. Brand Seglare Classic Boat Regatta 2.-3.9.2000 BS regatta is a very special race with a very special course. The boats zig-zag in the relatively small bay just east of Helsinki proper. As all classic boats from stars to eights participate, the sea is just filled with sails.
Collisions do take place sometimes.
This year too, luckily no eights were involved. Lara was strong both days. They were the most skilled to find wind and react to shifts. Sphinx sailed consistently, but could not beat Lara in any but the first start. This was the lucky race of Naja.