College Sailing's Chalk Talk - Season Finale

Chalk Talk says goodbye for the season with a look back at Gill Coed Nationals at St. Mary's, where Chris Love was on hand for ESPNU coverage of the event. Get a sneak peek of some of the highlights and see the Chalk Talk hosts dress up like sailing coaches as the prediction contest winner is announced.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing and produced by Chris Love Productions.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk: National Championship Coverage

Chalk Talk recaps the 2014 Sperry Top-Sider Women's National Championships and APS Team Race Nationals which concluded in Maryland this week. The gang looks over the list for Gill Coed Dinghy Nationals, which includes two days of semifinals racing this year. We will preview the contenders!

College Sailing's Chalk Talk: National Championship Edition

It's ICSA National Championship week in college sailing!

In the opening segment of this two-part Nationals Edition special, the Chalk Talk team goes in-depth on the 2014 Sperry Top-Sider College Sailing Women's National Championship.



Also check out Part 2, the Team Race Preview:



Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing. The show also enjoys support from Zim Sailing.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - April 24, 2014

Should college sailing be governed by the NCAA? Should Nationals always have representation from every conference? In this special regular season finale, the gang interviews coaches and ICSA President Mitch Brindley about the growing number of teams in the top performance category of ICSA and what that could mean for the future structure of the league.

We're off the air for the end-of-season break in competition, but we'll be back for three special episodes during Nationals, starting at the end of May. Follow us at http://facebook.com/collegesailingchalktalk to find out when the episodes will air.

US Sailing’s Drysuit Instagram Contest
Need a new drysuit? Enter US Sailing’s Drysuit Instagram Contest for your chance to win a new Gill Drysuit! All you have to do is...

• take an Instagram video that explains why you need a new drysuit. 
• In the caption, tag @ussailing1 and @gillgear, and...
• be sure to use the hashtag #drysuitcontest.

The three finalists will be posted to the US Sailing Facebook page on Monday, April 28 for fan voting. The video with the most likes after 48 hours will be crowned the winner of a new Gill drysuit and will be invited to join Chris, Zeke and others on Chalk Talk.

Time to get those cameras rolling and let’s get creative! This contest is open to all sailors.

Attention College Sailors!

• US Sailing offers a four year college membership for $95.
• Savings of 60% off the basic individual membership price.
• This special membership is good for four years from the date of purchase regardless of when you graduate.
• Remember... Certified Instructors (Levels 1 and 2) are required to have an adult membership for insurance purposes, and a US Sailing college membership fulfills this requisite.
• Get your US Sailing college membership today! 

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing and produced by Chris Love Productions.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - April 17, 2014

In this week's edition of Chalk Talk we focus on women's racing. Zeke and Chris talk you through the seven women's conference championships coming up over the next few weeks that determine who advances to the National Championships.

US Sailing’s Drysuit Instagram Contest
Need a new drysuit? Enter US Sailing’s Drysuit Instagram Contest for your chance to win a new Gill Drysuit! All you have to do is...

• take an Instagram video that explains why you need a new drysuit. 
• In the caption, tag @ussailing1 and @gillgear, and...
• be sure to use the hashtag #drysuitcontest.

The three finalists will be posted to the US Sailing Facebook page on Monday, April 28 for fan voting. The video with the most likes after 48 hours will be crowned the winner of a new Gill drysuit and will be invited to join Chris, Zeke and others on Chalk Talk.

Time to get those cameras rolling and let’s get creative! This contest is open to all sailors.

Attention College Sailors!

• US Sailing offers a four year college membership for $95.
• Savings of 60% off the basic individual membership price.
• This special membership is good for four years from the date of purchase regardless of when you graduate.
• Remember... Certified Instructors (Levels 1 and 2) are required to have an adult membership for insurance purposes, and a US Sailing college membership fulfills this requisite.
• Get your US Sailing college membership today! 

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing and produced by Chris Love Productions.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - April 10, 2014

This week's edition of Chalk Talk focuses on team racing and an in-depth look ahead to the National Championships.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing. Produced by Chris Love Productions

Attention College Sailors!

• US Sailing offers a four year college membership for $95.
• Savings of 60% off the basic individual membership price.
• This special membership is good for four years from the date of purchase regardless of when you graduate.
• Remember... Certified Instructors (Levels 1 and 2) are required to have an adult membership for insurance purposes, and a US Sailing college membership fulfills this requisite.
• Get your US Sailing college membership today!

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - April 3, 2014

In this week's edition of Chalk Talk, co-host Katy Nastro goes on site with sailors and coaches at the Marchiando at MIT - the last interconference team race event before the National's Qualifiers this weekend... Hosts make their predictions!

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing.

Produced by Chris Love Productions

Attention College Sailors!

• US Sailing offers a four year college membership for $95.
• Savings of 60% off the basic individual membership price.
• This special membership is good for four years from the date of purchase regardless of when you graduate.
• Remember... Certified Instructors (Levels 1 and 2) are required to have an adult membership for insurance purposes, and a US Sailing college membership fulfills this requisite.
• Get your US Sailing college membership today!

Season 10 Premiere of College Sailing's Chalk Talk - March 27, 2014

The Chalk Talk gang returns for the start of college sailing's spring season. The spring season is going to look a little bit different. The cast explains...

Back by popular demand is the "Zim Stud of the Week" and predictions for the upcoming weekend.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing.

Produced by Chris Love Productions

Attention College Sailors!

• US Sailing offers a four year college membership for $95.
• Savings of 60% off the basic individual membership price.
• This special membership is good for four years from the date of purchase regardless of when you graduate.
• Remember... Certified Instructors (Levels 1 and 2) are required to have an adult membership for insurance purposes, and a US Sailing college membership fulfills this requisite.
• Get your US Sailing college membership today!

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - Season Finale: November 21, 2013

ISAF's number one ranked match racer Taylor Canfield helps us get ready for Match Race Nationals in our season finale! We also help you learn your ACC's and PCC's.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing with support from Zim Sailing. Thanks so much to our amazing sponsors! Without them, this show would not be possible. Please thank them with your support!

Also, become a member of US Sailing and save with this special US Sailing college membership option.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - November 7, 2013

What teams are hot? Chris, Jane and Zeke debate and look back at their predictions from the beginning of the season. This week we're also looking at the ICSA / LaserPerformance Singlehanded Championships which begin Friday at Sail Newport in Rhode Island.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing, which offers a discounted membership to college sailors. Chalk Talk is supported by Zim Sailing, who offers high quality college dinghies.

College Sailings Chalk Talk - October 31, 2013

Chalk Talk is back from its mid-season hiatus! This week we revisit the Red Bull Youth America's Cup that featured so many current and past college sailors from the U.S. We also discuss regatta results, Stud of the Week, a look ahead at the chilly end of the season, rankings and more.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - October 10, 2013

Chalk Talk comes to you from the U.S. Team Racing Championship for the Hinman Trophy to catch up with some current and past ICSA all-stars. Which event is more competitive: the Hinman or ICSA Nationals? Which is better: college kinetics rules or the original RRS Rule 42? Sailors tell all in this week's special episode, shot on location in Newport Beach, CA.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing. Support your National Governing Body in return. Check out their economical Collegiate Membership, which is a four-year membership for only $95.

We're also supported by Zim Sailing, who offers a great college discount code for their website. Watch the episode to find the code!

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - October 3, 2013

Chalk Talk turns to ICSA's top coaches for this week's feature on crew weight in college sailing. Somehow we also managed to squeeze in Stud of the Week, regatta highlights, the Zim Sailing Photo assignment and predictions. Thanks to everyone who contributed this week with votes, photos and video. Keep it coming!

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing and needs you to support them in return. Check out their amazing Collegiate Membership.

We are supported by Zim Sailing who offers great options for your institutional or junior fleets in collaboration with North Sails.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - Season Premier

Chris, Zeke, Katy and Jane discuss the 2013 ICSA season with commentary, predictions, interviews, and more in the season premiere of College Sailing's Chalk Talk, presented by US Sailing and sponsored by Zim Sailing. Chalk Talk is produced by Chris Love Productions.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk Season Finale: May 16, 2013

For the season finale, the Chalk Talk cast is throwing a banquet! It's the Chalk Talk Pre-Nationals Hypothetical All American Awards Banquet, to be precise. We look at the past year of college sailing and start naming names before the big dance begins next week in St. Petersburg, Fla.

US Sailing gave Chalk Talk a wonderful year of support, but they're not done! Starting Monday, check out US Sailing on Facebook and enter the photo caption contest for a Gill Drysuit!

Next week, watch Chris Love Productions' live coverage of Spring Nationals.
- Video highlights: May 23-24
- Live streaming video: May 26-27
- Text/photos throughout all events: May 21-30

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing, who reminds you that US Sailing offers a special college membership for a fraction of the cost of a full adult membership. Go to racing.ussailing.org/college for details.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - May 9, 2013

It's the Nationals preview episode! With all 21 of the conference championships finally complete, we now know what the lineups will be in a few weeks in St. Pete. See a full rundown and take a look back at some Spring Nationals video from the past four years. Don't forget to tune in at http://new.livestream.com/collgesailingnationals starting May 21 with live video May 26-27.

It's also your last chance to win the Harken bag!
https://www.facebook.com/collegesailingchalktalk/app_228910107186452

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing, who reminds you that US Sailing offers a special college membership for a fraction of the cost of a full adult membership. Go to racing.ussailing.org/college for details.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk: May 2, 2013

The team takes a good, hard look at the 2013 ICSA Semifinals in this episode, with a breakdown of the over- and under- performers in Hampton this past weekend. They also look ahead to the final weekend of Conference Championships before Nationals.

Don't forget, the Christopher Williford Regatta is this weekend:
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Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing, who reminds you that US Sailing offers a special college membership for a fraction of the cost of a full adult membership. Go to racing.ussailing.org/college for details.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - April 25, 2013

It's Semifinals Week in college sailing! This weekend marks the beginning of the post season as 36 teams are headed to Hampton, Va. to compete for 18 spots at Nationals. In this week's Chalk Talk, we break down the contenders and who to watch for. Chris Love will be streaming live from the regatta with the help of ODU Sports at https://new.livestream.com/collegesailingnationals/2013semis.

US Sailing has some job openings that college sailors might be interested in. Looking for a great summer sailing job? Check out the the West Coast Roadshow Coordinator position.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing, who reminds you that US Sailing offers a special college membership for a fraction of the cost of a full adult membership. Go to racing.ussailing.org/college for details.

Other important links:
Christopher Williford Regatta signup
Harken bag contest
Silly Facebook poll

College Sailing's Chalk Talk: April 18, 2013

This week's episode of Chalk Talk features a look at the new LaserPerformance College 420 prototype at St. Mary's, with insight from head coach Adam Werblow. The hosts also look at all the championship regattas and try to keep track of the constantly shifting entries to the postseason.

Chalk Talk is presented by US Sailing, who reminds you that US Sailing offers a special college membership for a fraction of the cost of a full adult membership. Go to www.racing.ussailing.org/college for details.

Chris Love is broadcasting ICSA Semifinals live! Tune in to new.livestream.com/collegesailingnationals on April 27-28 to catch all the action from Hampton, VA.

This week, Zeke asks the question, who is the best looking college sailing coach? Voice your opinion at Facebook.com/collegesailingchalktalk.

College Sailing's Chalk Talk - April 11, 2013

This week's episode features a look at sailing after college with US Sailing Team Sperry Top-Sider members Anne Haeger and Briana Provancha, 2012 Olympian Sarah Lihan and Navy Coach & J/70 sailor Brendan Healy. We also recap eight regattas and give our predictions on the upcoming championship weekend.

Chalk Talk is made possible by US Sailing and the US Sailing College Membership program. Check it out at http://racing.ussailing.org/college.

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