60 seconds with Robert Vann
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How old were you when you first stepped on a boat?
Maybe 3 or 4? on the family Etchells in Tampa, FL.
If money (and sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy?
Island hopping on a Cal 40 has always sounded fun.
What is your ultimate sailing goal?
To stay competitive while keeping it fun.
Tell us the story behind the name of your Laser?
Tiburon - it’s Spanish for shark.
If you could add any ingredient to DBSC's world’s best toasties – what would it be?
Sliced apple.
What are your second/third favourite hobbies (assuming sailing is #1)?
Skiing and Surfing.
Describe what you do for work in less than five words?
Engineering support for the RAN.
What is the first international destination you will travel to (once we're allowed) and why?
Japan! I’ve been kicking around ideas for a Japanuary ski trip to Hokkaido.
What is your favourite TV show, movie, and/or book?
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou. Bill Murray at his finest!
Tell us something interesting about yourself that members of the club don’t know?
Just moved here in November after 5 years in California. Excited to be part of the local sailing community!
