Everybody get ready

So... It's that time of year again! Ground crews, fans, and sailors get ready to embark on the 8th annual Tybee 500 race from islamorada, Florida to Tybee Island, Georgia. This blog is for those who want to follow the race (with an emphasis on our personal favorites... Team Royal!!) and get constant updates on the sailors we love so much. There are currently fifteen boats signed up for the race, four of which are under the Team Royal umbrella of support. The break down of boats is 11 N20s and 4 F18s. Team Royal boasts:

Royal Yellow: Skipper: Steve Lohmayer,

Crew: Jay Sonnenklar
Royal Orange: Skipper: Jared Sonnenklar,

Crew: Colin Page
Royal White: Skipper: Jason Childers,

Crew: Zack Marks
Royal Blue: Skipper: Todd Hart,

Crew: Jeff LoSapio

We also want to recognize our all-encompassing, Sherpa Extraordinaire, Royal Team Mananger/ Team Mom: Laurel Sonnenklar.

We'll be following the team closely as they begin the first leg from Islamorada to Hollywood Beach on Monday, May 10th, 2010 at 10:00 AM on the water. Check the blog for updates. Hope to see you all there and good luck!

Everybody Wins.