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Broken masts, torn sails: Nearly half of Bayview Mackinac race boats drop out after squalls shaped the competition as nearly half the fleet withdrew after Saturday squalls on Lake Huron. Race officials said 85 of 193 boats that started the race in southern Lake Huron had pulled out by Sunday morning, after an earlier overnight report of 30 retirements. Officials said all sailors were safe and thanked shoreline harbors that took in boats that retired. Stormy conditions moved across the lake Saturday afternoon after the start, with damaging winds and high waves damaging many boats, including reports of snapped masts and torn sails. Some crews also reported seasickness. Conditions were expected to be better Sunday, with breezy weather and “lumpy seas” and 4-foot waves. The race ends at Mackinac Island, and first boats are expected to cross the finish line tonight, with awards Tuesday at Mission Point Resort. The event includes teams from 11 states and Ontario, Canada, and is part of Michigan’s America 250 celebration.