The Corinthian Yacht Club Speaker Series

Oct 13 – Mark Reynolds – Sustained Championship Racing

When Mark Reynolds walked into Opening Ceremonies at Sydney's Olympic Games, he made U.S. Olympic Yachting history as a four-time consecutive Olympic representative in the same event. Well-known as the "Star of the Star class," Reynolds has the resume to back up the well-deserved nickname: two world championship titles ('00, '95) and three Olympic medals (1992 Gold,1988 Silver, 2000 Gold) in arguably the most competitive one-design class in the world.

Unlike many sailors who put jobs and school on hold during their Olympic campaigns, this husband and father of three maintains a full-time job. While being his own boss makes some things easier, as the predominate sailmaker in the Star class with a steadily rising market share, Reynolds had a lot to deal with business wise. Mark’s business, Quantum San Diego, makes sails for most of his competitors.  While preparing for the Trials and Olympics, Mark’s loft was making sails for almost all of his competitors in the Star Class. He also consults with his customers (also his competition) before and during regattas. His Star sails have been used to win 13 of the last 15 Olympic medals.

Recognizing his exemplary performance for the year 2000 Mark was awarded the ISAF/Sperry World Sailor of the Year award.

Come to the Corinthian Yacht Club on October 13 to hear how this world sailing champion keeps the edge year after year.

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