Annapolis Performance Sailing (APS)


Mikael Linsley: Storefront
	What’s your name? Nickname(s)? T. Mikael and more... If you could have chosen your own name what name would it be? What’s your position at APS? I am the friendly face you see at the front of the brick and mortar APS storefront. How long have you been with APS? 2 years this October 2010. What’s your favorite boat to sail? E-Scow.......Signed, Sealed, Delivered. Do you collect anything? Paychecks... I trade them in quickly though. Where are you from? Western New York, South of Buffalo, Chautauqua Lake... Bemus Pt. NY! Have you ever eaten a crayon? My hair doesn't get this color by NOT When did you start sailing? A while ago. What’s your most memorable experience sailing? 29er sailing on Lake Ontario with my boy Nitro! What boat(s) are you sailing now? In my head? An Oyster 82... For real... E-Scow, V15's a bit this year, Farr 40 (the cool factor), I sail a lot of different boats, oh, a J105. Queso or Guacamole? Frozen Margarita What do you do when you’re not sailing or working at APS? I like to cook, ride my bike, hit the gym, tan, laundry, skiing, listening to great music, Frisbee, golf, color, hike, fun stuff. What weighs more, a pound of feathers or a pound of bricks? I didn't realize this interview involved math. If you were a boat what kind of boat would you be? Why? Melges 32, fast, fun, sexy. What is your favorite regatta venue? BVI's! What’s your favorite brand of gear? I'm not partial, I like Atlantis Softshells, Musto MPX Salopettes, Aigle boots, APS branded Crugear wickies, Kaenon shades, Musto LPX jacket, Gill waterproof shorts. Do you have any hidden talents? Step into APS and I will show you ;) What’s your favorite piece of sailing gear? Kaenons by far are the best piece of sailing gear... I could sail naked if i just had my Kaenons. Is there anyone you’d like to thank? Brooke and Mom - for always being there, Dad, Chris, Greg, Christian.... just a few of the great people in my life. And to all of my great APS customers... I love to hear your stories... keep em comin!