Seabrook, TX
: Lakewood Yacht Club and organizing authority Bay Access hosted the 2019 Heald Bank Race June 28-29, which is raced annually on the Gulf of Mexico.
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Friday’s offshore race presented a light air conditions challenge for the fleet
," said Event Chair Andrea Todaro. "
Saturday’s bay race was put on hold to be sailed another day when lightning and hail threatened the safety of the competitors
."
The post-race Buccaneer Bash at LYC was a huge hit. Racers,
volunteers, guests and LYC members enjoyed a Pirates Pig Roast along with various other Caribbean-themed foods and live entertainment provided by
Jerry Diaz & Hanna's Reef
.
Race sponsors include the City of Seabrook, Gulf Coast Mariner Magazine, K.O. Sailing, Little Yacht Sales, Davis Marine Electronics, Kevin E. Severance Insurance, Hayes Rigging, Sea Lake Yachts, Faron Daigle-REALTOR, Bay Area Houston Magazine, Blackburn Marine, True North Marine, Texas Coast Yachts, Upstream Brokers, Texas Navy Rum, and Pelican Insurance.
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We appreciated the support of all sponsors and notably of presenting sponsor Gulf Coast Mariner Magazine
," added Todaro.