Seattle IOM Update
Sept. – Nov. 2013
Playmate(s) of the Month… David Cook’s Porky Pig 4 and soon… PP5 & PP6!
David and trusty black lab cross Rufus in his boat shop with his SKA and PP2 in the background. Photo Russ Cozens. I’ve been sailing with Canadian David “Cookie” Cook for almost four years now at our regional and national races, and nobody I know overcomes more obstacles to compete in radio sailing. He does it with such great verve, grace, tenacity, and candid humor that you can’t help but pull for him. When David finishes in front of me he really earns it because he designs and builds his own boats, where I conservatively purchase my proven IOM from well-known designers and builders and then try to follow their setup and trim guides. On to the interview of my friend who is one of the most respected guys in radio sailing:
Seattle Model Yacht Club
40