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Precision and Preparation: Racing Offshore with Allegiant

Precision and Preparation: Racing Offshore with Allegiant

Update: 2025-09-18
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Bert and Marilyn Busser, the husband-and-wife team behind the J/42 Allegiant, share what it takes to compete in some of the toughest offshore races on the East Coast—from Annapolis to Newport to Marblehead to Halifax. In this conversation, they open up about the highs and lows of racing, the endurance and mindset needed for multi-day passages, and how they prepare their boat and crew year-round for safety and performance. They also talk about the unique dynamics of racing as a couple, building a loyal crew, and their ambitions for future challenges..

👉 Learn more about Allegiant at allegiancesailing.com
 👉 Explore the Annapolis to Bermuda Race at bermudaoceanrace.com

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Precision and Preparation: Racing Offshore with Allegiant

Precision and Preparation: Racing Offshore with Allegiant

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