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In slub cotton jersey, Polo Ralph Lauren's roomy T-shirt features a "Polo Yacht Club" graphic printed at the front.

• Approx. model height is 6'1" and he is wearing a size medium
• Size medium is approx. 28-1/2" long
• Classic-Fit: our roomiest silhouette
• Cut for a lower armhole and a fuller sleeve that falls closer to the elbow
• Short sleeves
• "Polo Yacht Club" and a nautical flag printed at the center front
• Machine washable

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Men's Underway Tee

Style: 1AP-165/WASHEDNAVY /S

Our Men's Tees has been a BEYC staple since the 1970s. 100% pre-washed cotton and individually dyed for maximum comfort, and style, this-lived in and well-loved tee will make onlookers think you spent weeks in the Caribbean sun. 

• 100% cotton
• Garment dyed
• Pre-washed for maximum softness

Care instructions: Machine wash cold. Drip dry or tumble dry low. 

Men's Reef Sampler Tee

Style: 1AP-167/STEELBLUE/S

Raised from the North Sound seabed, our iconic Reef Sampler drawing adds some island style to this classic tee. 100% pre-washed cotton and individually dyed for maximum comfort, and style, this-lived in and well-loved tee will make onlookers think you spent weeks in the Caribbean sun. 

Men's Rugby Patch Shirt

Style: 1AP-145-INK/S

A touch faded, this classic rugby style is both vintage and timeless. This soft, comfortable 100% cotton polo can be dressed up or down to take you from dock to dinner in style. Made with attention to detail,  Celebrate the rich history of Bitter End and the BVI when you wear this classic rugby style. 

• 100% Cotton
• Long Sleeve 
• Custom Bitter End buttons on color and sleeve
• Constrast white cotton adds style and sophistication
• Distressed Patch features the Bitter End cleat and the BVI ensign 

Care instructions: Machine Wash Cold Separately, Do Not Bleach, Tumble Dry Low, Warm Iron If Needed.

Men's Watersports Crew Tee | Various Colors

Style: 1AP1-049-2-SUNKISSED RED/S

Meet our Watersports Crew's favorite long sleeve cotton tee perfect for crisper days on the water.  Carefully dyed the perfect Caribbean sunkissed red, th is tee is made of ultra-soft 100% cotton. The left sleeve is adorned with our coordinates, which will transport you to a Bitter End state of mind and the hem features Bitter End's vintage patch elevating this tee's status to one of your favorites. 

• 100% ultra-soft cotton
• Made in the USA
• Coordinate sleeve design 
• Vintage patch 

Men's 1/4 Zip Dritek I Steel Blue

Style: 1AP-137-STEEL BLUE/L

Just when you thought our dritek couldn't get any sportier. Introducing the 1/4 zip long sleeve dritek.  Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30. This top features a 1/4 front zip for optimum sun coverage, while also letting in a little selective breeze —ideal for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. Available in women and men's styles. 

• UPF 30 protection
• Polyester/spandex blend
• Quick drying and odor resistant
• 1/4 front sports zip

Care Instructions:  Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

Bitter End 2.0 Crew Long Sleeve Dritek | Various Colors

Style: 1AP-157-SOOTHING SEA/S

In a soothing Caribbean Sea hue, this dritek features the Bitter End Cleat, a map of Virgin Gorda, and designates you as a member of the Bitter End 2.0 Crew. Made from recycled ocean plastics, our lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this shirt is perfect for a day of offshore racing or just messing about in Hobie Waves. This style is available in men's and women's. 

• Made from recycled ocean plastics

Care Instructions:   Machine wash cold with like colors. Drip dry or tumble dry low.

Men's Prince of Wales Polo | Blue Indigo

Style: 1AP1-005-INDIGO/S

A touch faded, this polo recalls the era of the 70s and 80s when Bitter End’s famous Captain Poncho plied the waters of the BVI aboard the M/V Prince of Whales with a crowd of eager, salt-sprayed and sun-soaked adventurers. This indigo-dyed classic-cut polo has a distinctly Caribbean feel.

SIZING NOTE : This polo runs slim, when in doubt order a size up for a roomier fit. 

• “Tennis Tail” (slightly longer in back)
• Squared-off front pocket with cleat button
• BEYC embroidered detail on back
• BEYC branded distressed metal buttons

Men's Dritek Long Sleeve Polo I Highrise Gray

Style: 1AP-141-HIGH RISE GRAY/L

The crew's long sleeve dritek polo featuring our iconic embroidered cleat and lower burgee patch. A staple for any closet, taking you from day-to-night, comfortable in fair and not-so fair winds. Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, an This style is available in men's and women's.

Men's Yacht Club Polo

Style: 1AP1-089-SEAFOAM/S

This classic polo has a distinct, yacht club vibe.  Made in three hues inspired by the sun-kissed colors of the Caribbean, this 100% Pima cotton polo will take you from deck to dock to dinner. With its ultra-soft, lightweight cotton, you will love the fit and breathability of this go-to polo.

• 100% Pima cotton
• BEYC embroidered cleat icon on chest 
• Bitter End embroidered detail on back

Men's Prince of Wales Polo | Sky

Style: 1AP1-005-SKY BLUE/S

A touch faded, this polo recalls the era of the 70s and 80s when Bitter End’s famous Captain Poncho plied the waters of the BVI aboard the M/V Prince of Whales with a crowd of eager, salt-sprayed and sun-soaked adventurers. This indigo-dyed classic-cut polo has a distinctly Caribbean feel.

Men's Burgee Dritek | White

Style: 1AP-107-WHITE/S

Join the crew with our classic burgee  long sleeve dri-tek featuring the Bitter End burgee and your favorite coordinates. Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this shirt is perfect for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. This style is available in mens, women and children. 

Men's Garment Dyed Tee | Various Colors

Style: 1AP-123-LIGHT GREY/M

Our Men's Garment Dyed Tee is 100% pre-washed cotton and individually dyed for maximum comfort and style. This lived-in and well-loved tee will take you from beach to bar in nautical style. 

• 100% Pima Cotton 

Men's Burgee Dritek | Ink

Style: 1AP-107-INK/S

Join the crew with our classic burgee  long sleeve dritek featuring the Bitter End burgee and your favorite coordinates. Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this shirt is perfect for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. This style is available in mens, women and children. 

Quick-Dry Crew Vest

Style: 1AP1-062-1-NAVY/S

One of our most popular styles, this lightweight vest is designed to withstand water and wind and is the ideal addition to your nautical wardrobe. Perfect for layering, this vest will take you from fall to spring in maritime style. 

• Stand collar. Zip front closure
• Fuller cut for complete comfort. Size runs roomy.  
• Lightweight. Perfect for layering
• Three exterior zip pockets. One interior zip pocket
• Cleat Icon on chest and Bitter End on back
• Water repellent
• Wind-resistant construction 
• 94% Polyester and 6% Spandex

Unisex Sail.Kite.SUP.Dritek | Aruba Blue

Style: 1AP1-029-ARUBA/XS

• UPF 50 protection
• Fast drying and odor resistant

Fit: Runs snug. You may want to order one size up for a looser fit. 

Men's Sailing Team Dri-Tek | White

Style: 1AP1-023-WHITE/XS

Men's Sail.Kite.SUP. Dritek | Granite

Style: 1AP1-041-GRANITE/XS

Men's Cross Flags Dritek Hoodie | Patriot

Style: 1AP-155-PATRIOT BLUE/S

Celebrate the rich history of Bitter End & the BVI with our dritek hoodie featuring the BVI Flag and the Bitter End burgee . Made of lightweight, quick-dry material with UPF 30, this top sports a hood for optimum sun coverage—ideal for a day of racing Hobie Waves or watching from the beach bar. Available in women and men's styles. 

Men's Sail.Kite.SUP. Dritek | White

Style: 1AP1-040-WHITE/XS

Men's Old School Slub Knit Henley

Style: 1AP-118-SEAGLASS/S

Our vintage henley-style knit is carefully garment dyed the perfect seafoam blue. This comfy casual knit is made of ultra-soft 100% cotton, sporting a Bitter End cleat on the chest and vintage burgee patch at the hem.  This all-season top will become a go-to part of your go-to leisure wardrobe-perfect for beach days or strolls in the park. 

• 55% hemp and 45% organic cotton
• Vintage patch at waist and Bitter End cleat on chest 

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• Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.28 x 6.46 x 1.26 inches; 12.8 ounces
• Department ‏ : ‎ mens
• Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 18, 2022
• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B084GPJGC9
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The mission of the San Diego Yacht Club is to encourage and foster interest in all aspects of yachting

Tucked away in beautiful Point Loma, the San Diego Yacht Club is consistently ranked among the top 5 yacht clubs in the Nation and is recognized by the  Club Leadership Forum  as one of the finest facilities of its kind in the world.

Throughout its existence, the San Diego Yacht Club has evolved from a small gathering of boating enthusiasts joining together in 1886 to a world-renowned yachting community recognized for its success in bay sailing, ocean racing, predicted log racing, cruising, angling, and its support of youth programs at all levels. Competitions have ranged from Major National and World Championships to the Lipton Cup, from Junior Regattas to the Olympics, and from Classic yachts to the America’s Cup. Training and racing programs are available for adults as well as juniors.

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Welcome to South Bay Yacht Club

A brief history of the south bay yacht club.

The South Bay Yachting Association (SBYA), parent organization to the South Bay Yacht Club (SBYC), had its modest beginning in 1888, according to Robert A. Trevey Jr., son of one of the founding members, Robert T. Trevey Sr.. Mr. Trevey Sr., owned a general store in Alviso, known as the Robert T. Trevey Company. It was said that if it couldn't be found in San Jose, the Trevey Company would stock it. Further information about this first group of enthusiastic yachtsmen who gathered and formed the South Bay Yachting Association comes to us from a personal interview by the club historian, Clarence Boncher, with 94 year old Kenneth McKee Coykendall. He is the grandson of Joseph Olcott McKee who was instrumental in forming the original group and who later served as the first Commodore of the SBYC. McKee Road in San Jose is also named for J.O. McKee.

Since the SBYA did not have a club house, they met initially in the back room of Samuel E. "Shirt-tail" Smith's Haderdashery in San Jose at 10 South First Street. The Bank of America building now stands on that location. Some additional meetings and social functions were held at Market and Santa Clara Streets in the Chamber of Commerce building. The group became quite active in sailing the south bay, basing their operations in the Port of Alviso.

During this time, pressure mounted in the south bay to realign the Guadalupe River and connect it to the Alviso Slough, which also has been known as Steamboat Slough. This was accomplished to facilitate shipping as the Port of Alviso was a major shipping point for goods going to San Francisco and the Sacramento Delta Regions. This feat was accomplished with horses, Madison scrapers and men. Leaving the Guadalupe River and Alviso Sloughs connected as they are today.

On March 4, 1896, the SBYA was reformed as the SBYC. The first founding board consisted of Commodore, Joseph Olcott McKee; Vice Commodore, Dr. Hume Spencer; Treasurer, Samuel E. Smith; Secretary, J.E. Auzerais; Measurer, Frank Davis; Directors, Oliver Ortley and H.G. Coykendall.

The club began with 35 members and counted a number of yachts and launches in its fleet. These included the schooner  Dawn , owned by Oliver and William Ortley, the sloop  Papoose , S.E. Smith, the sloop  Wanderer , Commodore Joseph O. McKee, the sloop  Rana , H.A. and H.J. Spencer, the launch  Frank D. , Frank Davis, and other vessels such as:  Cloud , A. Mead;  Grace , Jesse Adel;  Bessie , Capt. Moon;  Amee , Capt. Peckingham;  A&C , H.G. Coykendall;  Garden City , Capt. Dow;  Abbie Neil , F. Lundy and F. Holmes; and  Lolomi , Robert Trevey.

Soon after its inception, SBYC's secretary, J.E. Auzerais, made an application to Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association for membership. PICYA, doubting that SBYC was a legitimate yacht club, delayed its application. SBYC was eventually acknowledged as the sixth member club in PICYA during March of 1897 (See SF Chronicle, March 27, 1897).

During Yachting season 1897, our sister club, Corinthian Yacht club, sailed into SBYC. They presented us with a large CYC pennant which to this day is still displayed in the SBYC building. During SBYC's 50th anniversary, Robert A. Trevey, Sr., related some of the history of SBYC. He noted at that time, that San Francisco Yacht Club was formed in 1869. Cornthian Yacht Club, in 1886, and Encinal Yacht Club in 1890. The establishment of the SBYA in 1888 leaves the title to the third oldest club in the bay area in doubt. This friendly discussion between Encinal Yacht Club and SBYC as to who is the older club will probably continue into the next century.

In the years following the founding of SBYC, the enthusiastic group of sailors of the club conducted races, regattas, and just fun sailing to other clubs. Weekends and overnight cruises to Drawbridge, Newark, Hospital Cove in Angel Island, Sausalito, Drake's Bay, Half Moon Bay, and other cruises around the Bay Area were in evidence. This did not stop the intrepid sailors of SBYC from venturing to such places as San Diego, Baja California, Hawaii, Tahiti, and other south sea locations.

The San Francisco Chronicle, April 13, 1903, "South Bay Yacht Club to Have New Quarters. San Jose, CA, April 12, 1903, South Bay Yacht Club will begin erection of its new club house at Alviso this week. Plans were drawn and a contract has been let." With enthusiastic effort by the members and with much of the material donated by members and business people, the new club house was dedicated on June 24, 1903. A clam bake and barbecue was held at the event which also marked the opening of yachting season. About 150 prominent citizens of the San Jose area attended and then Commodore Spencer gave an address. The San Francisco Call Bulletin said, "The house of the club is a commodious structure." The San Francisco Chronicle said, "The clubhouse, while simple in its appointments, will be the equal of any around the bay." Many still feel the case.

The San Francisco Chronicle, on August 24, 1903, reported the regatta at SBYC for the Sonniken Cup was won by the schooner  Comrado , commanded by the owner and builder, Capt. J.O. McKee. In October, 1903, SBYC reorganized and became a non-profit corporation. The club now boasted 100 members.

In 1905, Joseph Alcott McKee died at age 70. In 1908, tragedy came to SBYC, Commodore Curtis Barker drowned in Half Moon Bay off his yacht,  Muriel . From this time to 1917, many social and sailing activities occurred, but in 1917, some of the members went to WWI and activities in the club declined. In 1917, one of our members, Chester Gaston was elected president of PICYA. To date, no picture of Chester Gaston has been located as he died an untimely death in an auto accident near Bakersfield, CA. By 1922 there were 24 yachts in the SBYC fleet.

Records relating to the history of the SBYC prior to 1920 were destroyed that year in a fire (not in the clubhouse). This has necessitated that information and documentation related in this history be retrieved from many other sources.

The SBYC continued in existence during the great depression and up to WWII. During the war, many members answered a call to help in assisting the war effort. SBYC members, including the late R.B. Engfer, Art Mirrasou, Judge Marshall Hall, and others departed and present, assisted the U.S. Coast Guard as its civilian arm. From these civilian patriots came the organization we know as the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. With WWII ending, boating activities again increased and SBYC became a large part of the boating scene in the bay area.

In 1946, SBYC celebrated its 50th anniversary with a great celebration led by the Commodore, Richard B. Engfer, Sr. This celebration was attended by 65 members and their guests.

In the days when the SBYC was formed, it was very much a men's club. This is not to say that women did not have a say in its operations. This was evident with the formation by the women of a SBYC Auxiliary in 1938. Margaret Trevey, wife of Robert A. Trevey who was then Commodore, formed the first such organization that we know of in the bay area. The SBYC Auxiliary had 12 members that year. The Auxiliary continued as a great asset to SBYC until February of 1986, when the bylaws were amended to allow for family memberships and also to provide memberships individually to women.

In 1969, in cooperation with the Santa Clara Valley Water District, SBYC abandoned the mooring basin which it had used for many, many years across the slough, in favor of docks and slips next to the club house. The members worked with the District, negotiated a lease with the State of California, State Lands Commission, built new docks and moved to the new location. This was a massive undertaking and as was the case with the clubhouse, done entirely by the labors of the members.

In 1972 our venerable SBYC building was listed in the National Registry of Historical Buildings. A fact which would benefit SBYC greatly in the future. The area around the club house contains many historical buildings which now are listed in the Alviso Historical District.

In 1975, acting secretary, Clarence Boncher began collecting and preserving SBYC archival data. He has interviewed many who have related to him the early days of the club, thus clarifying its early beginnings. In 1981, the previous historian, Robert Trevey, passed away and Boncher became the club historian and keeper of the archives.

In the years since the club was built in 1903, the land under the building has under gone quite a change. A heavy increase in agricultural water needs led to more wells to obtain water for the crops. In the very early days, the Alviso area had numerous artesian wells and water flowed freely, but with these new wells through out the valley pumping down the water table, the ground started to subside. As a result, between 1930 and 1960, the average elevation of the Santa Clara valley floor dropped 15 feet. The SBYC club house was slowly disappearing behind ever-growing levees.

These levees proved time and again to be inadequate in protecting the club and the community of Alviso from flooding. SBYC members as a result had numerous opportunities to "dig out" the club after one of these floods. The club house always bounced back after a little loving care. The motto was that you just can't keep a great club down.

In 1983, the worst of these floods hit Alviso and the club house. The water rose to almost six feet deep in the club, the flooring fell apart and the old piano which had been the center of many a party, just could not stand to be under water and floated up on its side and died. Commodore Robert Machado and his crew had their hands full this time in getting the club house back into any sort of usefulness.

The Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) was under extreme public pressure to correct the problem and to provide flood protection, especially to the community of Alviso. Past Commodore Russ Robinson was appointed as a representative of the club to work with all the agencies involved to find a solution. The SCVWD determined that a much larger and higher levee system would be required if any sort of protection could be obtained. Two options were available to the club: one would have a huge wall built in front of the club as part of the levee system, the other was to relocate the club to higher ground. The first option, while allowing the club to remain in its original location, did not provide as secure a levee and would have, in the eyes of the club membership, compromised the entire project. The relocation option required a number of actions on the part of the club, such as agreeing to relocate, swapping land with the SCVWD and negotiating various agreements with the City of San Jose.

It was decided that the club house would be moved about 100 yards north to the corner of Hope and Catherine Streets to an elevated site on the levee. A house moving company was contracted by the SCVWD to do the job. All started well but they dropped the structure and declared that they could not save it. When Past Commodore Robinson, who by this time was in charge of the move, reminded them of the historical status of the building, they found a way to continue with the moving. The club was repositioned on a new foundation, new flooring timbers were installed, and the interior was completely redone. A new coat of exterior blue paint was applied. Some started to call her the "Blue Lady." The club house now stands proudly at the same elevation at which it was built in 1903. As a reference point, the streets below the club give a good indication of the 15 feet of subsidence that has occurred over the years.

During this difficult time, Commodore Boncher held meetings at John's Oyster House in Alviso and major club functions at various locations in the San Jose area. Sailing and boating activities continued as usual. On April 11, 1985, the first meeting was held in the newly moved and renovated club house. True to tradition, the Preseason Dinner was held on April 27th and on may 5th, Opening Day was observed. Father Stout, from the local Star of the Sea church, blessed the club house and the fleet in a gala celebration of the rebirth of the club. To complete the festivities, Commodore boncher led the fleet on his  Bon-Tiki for an Opening Day cruise on the south bay.

The years since the club house was relocated have seen many new members and social events. 1995 saw the first woman as Commodore, Marlene Inderbitzin. The club continues to represent the historical tradition of camaraderie among people who enjoy boating and boating related activities. The SBYC club house itself stands as a prominent landmark in Alviso with her tall flag staff and yard arm proudly displaying the South Bay Burgee. This historical burgee has seen the world, being proudly displayed by the likes of Father Hubbard, the "Glazier Priest," Jack London, the well known author and frequent visitor to the SBYC, and man, many adventurous members who have sailed and visited the seven seas.

May the South Bay Yacht Club and its members continue to be a driving force for another 100 years in the community of Alviso, the bay area and wherever boaters gather to talk about the great yacht clubs of the world.

Acknowledgements

The writer, Clarence Boncher wishes to thank the following for their assistance in compiling this historical view of the South Bay Yacht Club.

• Lloyd Ryland, Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Club historian
• Will Deady, Corinthian Yacht Club historian
• Mrs. Susie Engfer, SBYC Matriarch and senior member
• Mrs. Priscilla Strum, archival assistant
• Russ and Norma Robinson for editorial and publication help
• And the many members who have contributed so generously to the research and the preservation of this archival data.

Respectfully submitted: January 3, 1996

Clarence R. Boncher South Bay Yacht Club Past Commodore and Historian

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Water polo competitor Wesley Kading presently coaches at St. Francis High School in Mountain View, California. A member of numerous professional sporting organizations, he serves as CEO of Northern Elite Water Polo Club in Menlo Park, California. In this position, Wesley Kading has established a well-rounded approach to water polo training. He believes that athletes' growth in life as well as in water polo leads to a solid work ethic that serves athletes well in achieving their sporting goals.

By implementing his carefully designed teaching philosophy, which equally stresses athleticism and developmental education, Wesley Kading has earned Northern Elite a positive reputation as the fastest growing water polo club in the country. Having achieved over 600 percent membership growth in its first year of business, the club sits poised to expand globally in the next year. Wesley Kading serves as an advisor for the International Water Polo Club and a member of both Saint Francis Water Polo and the Balboa Yacht Club. As an athletic competitor in the International Water Polo Club, he has reached top international levels, competing against some of the world's most renowned teams.

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