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Home › News › Eight Bells: Earl Elms

Eight Bells: Earl Elms

by SCIRA Office 03/06/2014
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The Snipe world is saddened by the loss of Earl Elms today. He was a great friend, sailor and man of the sea. Two-time World champion and multi-US National champion. Our thoughts are with Susi and Andy.

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  • California
  • Earl Elms
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