09-Sep-24
Chase Pointer - (248)382-8802 -
Chase.pointer.84@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Beginner
Comments: 40 y/o Male, 250lbs, trying to keep it more muscle than not. Grew up with water sports and small motorboats.
Wherever you need me.
2008-2009 - I took entry level sailing courses.
2010-2012 - I purchased a 44’ Ketch Rigged Sailing Vessel, moved aboard with my 8 year old and Sailed Southern FL, then up the East Coast.
Since then I’ve dinked around here and there on other people’s vessels when making friends in marinas, usually someone with little to no experience finds me and I end up sailing their vessel with them and whatever family we both have with us. The past few years I haven’t been in marinas or on the water, I need to get back out there. I’ve got too much life experience on land, not enough on water. I learn quick and on my feet, I make it work with what I have. I work well under pressure, give me a goal and set me loose, I’m a dog with a bone. I can’t list any fears, outside of failing my responsibilities, I’ll ride the top of the mast or the swim platform. :)
02-Jan-25
Lupe Salazar - 734-620-3079 -
Gsalaz@umich.edu
Position: All Positions
Experience: Beginner
Comments: New to sailing but I'm a fast learner and very eager for experience. Got into sailing Summer of 2024 taking the class at DSCS and did a few races at Bayview and Crescent afterwards. I am willing to work whatever is needed on the boat. 29Years Old, Fairly Fit, I am also looking to crew throughout the season if you are looking for a consistent crew member!! I will likely take the intro to sailing class at Crescent or Edison summer of 2025.
06-Jan-25
Sydney Rosenberg - 2486336466 -
sydney1919@icloud.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Beginner
Comments: I am willing and excited to learn more! I have sailed on a SC70 before and started to learn spinnaker trim.
03-Feb-25
Lucia Sharp - 2483030906 -
lucia_sharp@icloud.com
Position: Foredeck,Mast,Pit,Sewer,Grinder,Jib Trimmer,Main Trimmer
Experience: Beginner
Comments: Hello! My name is Lucia Sharp, I am a high school senior looking to sail. I am captain of the Troy Team at Pontiac Yatch Club where I've been competitively sailing c420s for two years. I own an ICLA, have sailed in the Formula 18 class, and have experience on multiple other dinghys.
I'm extremely excited to learn and will be happy in any position!
I'm 6' tall and 140 lbs, located in the metro Detroit area.
I hope to hear from you!
16-Feb-25
Maya Nagy - 2489890223 -
mayavieshanagy@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: Hi! I'm 17 years old, 5'9", and weigh 145 lbs. I've been sailing in the C-420 class for the past 3.5 years with the Troy High School Sailing team. I gained some experience during the 2023 Mackinac race, but I'm eager to learn and train with your boat. :)
09-Mar-25
Julianna Livingston-Dabbs - 8104495051 -
jayydabbs@gmail.com
Position: Jib Trimmer
Experience: Intermediate
Comments:
11-Mar-25
Kevin Huffman - 8109378963 -
kevinhuffman16@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Beginner
Comments: Hello everyone, my name is Kevin. I'm 27 years old, 6 feet tall, and 220 pounds. I have a few hundred nautical miles of sailing experience that I've accrued over the last 2 years sailing beach catamarans (Hobie 18, Hobie 16, NACRA 5.8, and F18). I don't have a lot of experience on Monohulls or larger sailboats but I'm a quick learner. I live in Southeast Michigan and I can accommodate multiple weekends of practice sailing this summer before the Mackinac Race with a boat that is located anywhere in the lower peninsula of Michigan or on Lake Erie. I have a lot of mechanical experience as well so I can aid with any boat repairs or work required to help prepare the boat for the race. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out.
18-Mar-25
Jonathan Wasielewski - 5043738318 -
jon.wasielewski@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Mast,Pit,Sewer,Grinder,Jib Trimmer,Main Trimmer,Tactician,Helm,All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: Looking for a race position for regular Mac or the Supermac but also available for delivery to PH and/or from Mac to Chicago especially if leaving from or passing by Toledo/NCYC area.
41 years old, lifelong sailor and racer from dinghies up through keelboats. started on the bow, these days mostly a headsail/spin trimmer. Most experience inshore or coastal but looking for more offshore sailing. I was on 36.7 for last year's PH to Mac until we dropped out with a rudder bearing issue; completed 100 mile Gulfport to pensacola 2023 on a cal 46 'tiare'; won class C 2016 miami to havana on hobie33 Viva las vegas. finished the shore course PH Mac on a J35 in 2007. Recent experiences primarily on J-92S, J88, and J80. Safety at sea certified last year two day in person and online both. Worldsailing Class 1 amateur.
19-Mar-25
Tony Sams - 8015608589 -
tony.sams@utah.edu
Position: All Positions
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: Lifelong sailor and Park City Sailing member (yes, Utah) looking to crew for the Mackinac Race. I have experience in both lake and coastal sailing, strong teamwork skills, and a deep passion for the sport. Comfortable in various roles on board, I bring a level-headed approach, adaptability, and a commitment to smooth, efficient racing. Off the water, I’m an avid skier, mountain biker, and outdoor enthusiast. Ready to contribute, learn, and embrace the challenge.
26-Mar-25
Alvin Fick - 2487623528 -
alfickjr@yahoo.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: I'm 72 but still do foredeck. can help in any position. I've been a watch captain for over 40 years. Have completed 47 Bayview Mac races and 37 Chicago macs. Would prefer to get on a boat doing super Mac to Chicago. Also looking for 4 people who can work a watch on the Chicago Mac, want a crew that works together and has 2 helmsman. This is on a NA-40 out of Chicago.
03-Apr-25
Paul - 2489555748 -
pnicast1@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Mast,Pit,Grinder
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: I've been sailing off and on for 20 years and have manned any position needed, but prefer foredeck. Competed in the 2022 Mac and enjoyed the experience. Looking to join another crew for the Mac this year.
09-Apr-25
Khloe M Lange -
langekhloe@gmail.com
Position: Pit
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: 26 & Bay City based. Starting my 13th year of crewing on racing sailboats. Over 150 Saginaw Bay buoy races, many overnight/weekend portages helping to move the boat from Bay City to Port Huron and from Mackinac and back. Began sailing on an Ericson 25 plus. I also have crewing experience on a Tartan 10, Catalina 38 and a Farr 33. I have raced the Port Huron to Mackinac 2019, 2021, 2023, and 2024. This year would be my fifth PH Mac. Shoot me an email!
10-Apr-25
Alvin Fick - 2487623528 -
alfickjr@yahoo.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: At age 72 I still do the foredeck and weigh 170 lbs. I have completed 46 Bayview macs and 36 Chicago macs. Mostly have raced one design on NA-40, J-120, J-105, C&C 35. I can assist in any position needed. Would be willing to do the Super Mac. Love to helm in very heavy air or extremely light air. Also available to race most of DRYA races.
29-Apr-25
Miguel Dominguez -
mdominguez2nd@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Helm
Experience: Advanced
Comments: 20+yrs of sailing experience as a racer, cruiser, and delivery crew; competitive, athletic (SBDL >1,000lbs, iykyk), natural leader, and I don't take myself too seriously but am 100% serious about crew and boat safety. Primarily foredeck (dip-jibe? check, pole-jibe? check, sail changes at 0-dark-30 with a 30degree heel b/c oh crap? I'm your guy). Also a capable helmsman, having comfortably sailed in light air and heavy air & seas (gales and >20ft swells in N Atlantic for multiple days during Trans-At in 2023) and as helmsman on double-handed Vineyard Races (2015-2021 on Colgate 26). Completed 2 Chicago Macs (2019 1st place Section1), 1 PH Mac, multiple Vineyard Races, LI Sound distance races (also double-handed), Lake Ontario distance racing, race weeks in the Caribbean and Gulf, numerous deliveries, and too many buoy races to count. Looking to race on a boat competing in the Ultra Super Mac. (References available upon request.)
12-May-25
Joseph Kim - 9523039866 -
josephthorkim@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Mast,Jib Trimmer,Tactician
Experience: Advanced
Comments: I am a high school dinghy sailor with some small keelboat experience, and ASA keelboat certification up to 50 feet. I have been sailing for more than 10 years, with lots of experience in Lasers, 420's, various Scows, and J70s and j24s. I have experience with both symmetrical and asymmetric spinnakers, and have sailed national events as a bowman for j24s.
16-May-25
Silviya Topchiyska - 801-448-3756 -
silviya.topchiyska@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Beginner
Comments: I passed a 7 weeks long day skipper course in Greece in 2023 (Bavaria and Beneteau) and a 3 days RYA Training course for a speed boat. Obtained both licenses and now I am looking to gain more experience on-the-water.
20-May-25
Julia Triculescu - 2489250626 -
Gulicut25@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Beginner
Comments: Hello! I am a junior in high school looking to get more sailing experience. I’ve just closed out my fifth interscholastic racing season at Pontiac Yacht Club in c420s and am a captain of my high school’s team. I have some experience in other dinghy classes including Lightnings. I will be racing c420s, Lasers, Lightnings, and hopefully your boat :) throughout the summer. 5’4 and 125 lbs
20-May-25
Jacob Bommarito - 8103056938 -
jacobjbommarito@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Novice
Comments: Novice sailor eager to learn and contribute. I'm physically fit, a quick study, and willing to train extensively before the race. Open to any role where I can be helpful—grateful for the opportunity to gain experience, work hard, and be part of a dedicated crew.
22-May-25
Moe Ayoub - 313-695-4256 -
ayoubmoh@umich.edu
Position: Foredeck,Pit,Grinder,Jib Trimmer,Main Trimmer
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: Hello boat owners and captains!
Last season, I crewed on Epic (a 40’ Beneteau) and Stars & Stripes (a 40’ Nelson/Marek). I was fortunate to secure a spot on Stars & Stripes for the 100th BYC Mackinac Race.
This year, I’ll be sailing locally with Epic and Stars and Stripes, but I’m currently looking for a boat to join for the 101st Mackinac Race (or other races). If you’re in need of an extra hand or hear anything, I’d love the opportunity to sail with you. Both Stars & Stripes and Epic’s captains and crews would be happy to vouch for me.
Looking forward to hearing from you. - Moe
28-May-25
Marko Nedeljkovic - 2487975199 -
msn3marko@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Mast,Grinder,Jib Trimmer,Main Trimmer,Tactician
Experience: Advanced
Comments: Hello my name is Marko Nedeljkovic, I have been sailing for eight years and competed throughout high school, primarily in Lasers and 420s. Currently, I sail for Western Michigan University, where I race a variety of boats including the Tartan 10, Beneteau 33, J/70, and Flying Scot. My experience spans both dinghies and keelboats, giving me a well-rounded background in competitive sailing. I have not done the Machinac before but have done other long distance races and have more scheduled this summer as well. please reach out to me if you have any questoins what so ever. the easiast way to reach me is by phone number. thanks so much.
28-May-25
Jim Anderson - 612-226-8324 -
jimanderson@earthlink.net
Position: All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: Ahoy. I'm Jim Anderson and I have been racing for about 25 years. I'm looking for a spot preferably on a boat doing the SuperMac, but I would accept a spot for the Bayview if the other option doesn't come together. I have 4817 miles (rhum line miles) of offshore racing under my belt including 1 Bayview, 3 Chicago Macs, the Caribbean 600, and 10 consecutive TransSuperior races. Almost all of these were on IOR 50s, mostly on Chewbacca. I've also done big-boat races in the Caribbean including Heineken, Antigua Sailing Week, and BVI Sailing Week. I did the latter on Panacea X and we won the race around Tortola, won the Scrub Island Invitational, and got 2nd in the regatta. Locally (Minneapolis) I race every week on an A-scow, as well as a J-70. I also skipper a C-scow weekly and won a lot of races last year. I'm a very experienced trimmer, at 6'2" and 195 pounds I'm great at mast, but I'm comfortable with any position.
There are two things I want you to know about me: One, I focus on making the boat go faster from the beginning of the race until we cross the finish line. Two, I'm a good communicator and very easy to get along with, i.e. I don't have a big ego and I like to make friends. P.S. I also bring good snacks. Looking forward to sailing with you. - Jim
12-Jun-25
Paul -
pnicast1@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Mast,Pit,Grinder
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: 20+ years of sailing experience. Offshore experience. 2022 BYC Mac finisher. No special requirements.
16-Jun-25
James Watts - 2488306993 -
Jamesw1016@live.com
Position: Jib Trimmer,Helm,All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: I’ve been sailing on the Great Lakes for 40 plus years. Done 27+ PH macs, 4 Chicago Macs, 1 Trans-Superior race, a hand full of Mills races. Countless weekly races and over nighters. Heavy weather helming is my forte, but I’M also a good chef and everything in between. I’m preferring crewing in a Yacht that is doing both Mac races and the Trans race, and I’m available to deliver boats in between races. James - 248-830-6993
16-Jun-25
Donald "TERRY" Frazier - 586-295-3296 -
frazierfamily@peoplepc.com
Position: Pit,Jib Trimmer,Main Trimmer,All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: Howdy,! I am looking to join a Bayview MAC race crew and flesh out the 2025 summer sailing season. I have over 40 yrs. of very extensive racing experience. 40 MAC's, 5 KeyWest series, 2 Mills Races. I have been racing continuously since 1982. I am retired and available all summer long.
16-Jun-25
Yvonne Lemonds - 7347717727 -
yvonne.lemonds@yahoo.com
Position: Pit,Sewer,Grinder,Main Trimmer
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: Hi! My names Yvonne but you can call me Yev, I’m 33 years old and looking to expand from my weekend regattas/WNATR into long distance racing. I started sailing 10 years ago for fun on my father in laws Henderson 30, Say Uncle— during the hendo years I was in the hotbox. I’m currently on the main sail on my father in laws J109- Janine, but am eager to do my first Mac race and am willing to give any position a try ?? i have 6 Mills races under my belt for overnight/long distance races. I know the Mac is almost upon us for the 2025 season but am willing to build anticipation for the 2026 Mac races on any boat willing to have me!
17-Jun-25
James Watts - 2488306993 -
Jamesw1016@live.com
Position: Pit,Jib Trimmer,Helm
Experience: Advanced
Comments: James Watts- 52 with 44 years of Sailing experience on the Great Lakes including 27 PH Mac races from 84-2024. 4 Chicago Mac’s, 1 Trans- Superior, 3 Mills Races, numerous overnight and club races and many regatta weekends. Primarily Helm and sail trim on J35’s since 2017. I would prefer to offer my experience to a boat doing both Mac races and Trans Race. I’m also available to help deliver boat to and from race venues. 248-830-6993
23-Jun-25
Jeffrey Polkowski - 5164284344 -
jeffpolk1@gmail.com
Position: Foredeck,Pit,Grinder,Jib Trimmer,Main Trimmer
Experience: Beginner
Comments: I'm looking for a regular crew position to continue building my sailing experience. I'm 35 years old, moderately physically fit (works out 4 days a week), and highly motivated to learn. While I'm still relatively new to sailing, I bring consistency, focus, and a strong willingness to contribute wherever needed on board.
I began sailing in late summer 2024 and have been hooked ever since. Last season, I crewed on Stars & Stripes (40’ Nelson/Marek) for the WYC races. This year, I’ve been sailing regularly on Pop’Aye (40’ X-Yacht) for OTD races. I also completed the Level 1 sailing program with the American Sailing Institute and am currently enrolled in the Adult Learn to Race program at BYC.
I’m eager to gain more hands-on experience and would love the chance to be part of a dedicated crew. That being said, I’m open to any role—such as a short-notice fill-in for the Mac, Super Mac, or even delivery help.
Hardworking, reliable, and quick to learn —I’m here to help and grow as a sailor. If you're looking for an extra hand or hear of a boat in need, I’d really appreciate the opportunity.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
23-Jun-25
Nicole Miller - 4155252732 -
jnicolemiller@gmail.com
Position: Pit,Sewer,Grinder
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: Current Intel Safety at Sea, Maritime First Aid, 2024 PacCup, 2023-2025 OYRA SF Bay Area, 15y SF Bay racing. Friendly, organized.
25-Jun-25
Gregg K Aho - 2483180484 -
GAHO10@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Advanced
Comments: 59-year-old male, 200 pounds in good shape,Retired
20 years sailing experience 7 Macs.
Available to bring the boat to Ph and the return trip from mackinaw.
03-Jul-25
Michael McClafferty - 2489727040 -
mcclaffm@gmail.com
Position: All Positions
Experience: Intermediate
Comments: I’m 32 years old, 182 lbs, with racing experience (Lightning at PYC) and ready to jump in wherever needed.
I can also bring along another experienced sailor if you’re looking to fill out your crew. We're both reliable, competitive, and easy to get along with.