This week's host, Chris Weaver, is joined by Merlin owner Chip Merlin right after the first 2 races of the Rolex Big Boat Series at the St. Francis Yacht Club. Merlin was created in 1977 by Bill Lee of Santa Cruz and has revolutionized yacht racing on the West Coast. Hear how Chip became the proud owner of Merlin, the changes he's made since buying her, his impressions of the Rolex Big Boat Series, just how fast the boat is, and his new book Mavericks & Merlins. Learn more at https://www.latitude38.com/lectronic/racing-thrills-merlin-rolex-big-boat-series/