Getting Ready

Well, I wouldn’t go overboard (so to speak) buying things. The MSYC Sunfish cap is really the only required article of clothing.

I went sailing last weekend, and the weather was, by San Diego standards, rather wintery — a storm moving in and so overcast, rain forecast for later that night, and “strong” winds (about 12 to 15 knots). That means that I started out in shorts and a polo shirt, and after a couple of hours of sailing I put on my LBI fleece. I was comfortable the whole time.

That’s about as severe as it gets here. So, certainly, bring a sweater; bring shorts, but also long pants just in case. If it comes down to it, you’ll be welcome to my foul weather gear.

(Do you remember when we were kids that Dad would mention foul weather gear and you would think it was the funniest thing in the world? I think I remember, but my memories are always suspect; seems as I get older I invent more and more of them without realizing it.)

For your feet, a pair of Sperry Docksiders would be perfect if you have them, but if not, sneakers are fine. (Converse high tops, aka “Chucks,” are held to be particularly cool sailing shoes.) My own shoes are high-end Sperry that look like sneakers. The general rule of thumb — anything that provides some traction but does not leave scuffs.

I’m officially off work on the days you’ll be visiting. Can’t wait till you get here!