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July 12 - Thanks to all of you who supported the Rock Star Raffles. Jody slightly edged out Dave for the number of tickets sold, we sold 201 tickets, and we raised over $3,000 for Fuel The Flash 2030! The lucky winners are: for Jody – Joe Starck; and for Dave – Abbie Probst. Congrats to the winners, thanks to Dave and Jody for being such good sports, and thanks to all of you for your support!
July 6 - Lake Michigan DARES you to show up (to the 2026 North American Championship). Not registered? Get the full run down on the 2026 North American Championship Blog
July 3 - Lots going on in the Lightning Class! President's blog, upcoming championship events, new fleets, call for bids, Limbaugh fund support and much more! Read it all in the latest Flash Blast
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June 26 - Rock Star Raffle Update: Because of the difficulties with the Class website, we’re extending the drawing until July 12 at the Canadian Open. Also, to ensure that more people can participate, we’re reducing the raffle price to $20/ticket, or 3 tickets for $50!
June 9 - Latest FlashBlast Updated Vakaros Race Sense Test Period, Pan Am Country Qualifiers, NAs Registration is LIVE, 8 Bells Tim Grady, Grow Fleets with NEW Local Boat Grant Playbook, Volunteers recognized, NEW Nylon Webbing Belt in Class Store and so much more!
June 5- 2026 U32 LIGHTNING INVITATIONAL – Registration is LIVE!!!!!! See you in Charleston, South Carolina, October 24-25, 2026. Questions? Email u32@lightningclass.org
Have you registered for upcoming events? There are currently 17 opportunities to sail a Lightning in June! Visit the Event Calendar to get involved, see you on the water!
May 29 - Rock Star Raffles! Win a sailing/coaching session with your favorite rock star - Dave or Jody Starck. Jody currently has a slight lead over Dave! Buy raffle tickets for one or both - special U32 deal available. Buy Your Tickets Here!
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