Mariquita Book - mk2

EPILOGUE
Joining the Mariquita syndicate in 2012 was a step into the unknown. I’m not a
yachtsman but the whole experience has been a wonderful surprise. The classic scene
is such tremendous fun. It’s more friendly and less aggressive than modern sailing and
there is a great sense of camaraderie between the yachts. The whole Hemsley family has
been involved, and I know Sherron, Sarah, James and Vicky have all enjoyed their days
on Mariquita, whether we’ve been racing in the sunshine of Barcelona or the wind and
rain of the Solent! Having La Mascarade available to follow the racing was a highlight of
our two years in the Mediterranean. Plotting the next day’s tactics with the after guard
over a few drinks on La Mascarade was great fun. After our first season in 2013 we
redoubled our efforts to win the Panerai trophy. Mariquita is a race boat and we felt that
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