What better way to end such a hot day with a sail? There were 22 takers for the Night Jar which was held in the northern corner of the lake which generally held a slight breeze even though it had made a quick about turn from the SE breeze that had been blowing an hour before.… Read full article “Hottest Day of Year!”

It was a little disconcerting to see two wind turbines on Moota turning in opposite directions!!! What would we be in for today? At least they were turning even if from the wrong direction! Did we speak too soon, as the wind quickly faded 🙁 Surprisingly by 12 the wind had filled in from the south west and racing was underway by 12.30.… Read full article “Soggy Sunday”

Sam Hall sailed in the NW Junior Traveller event at Ullswater on Saturday. Just one second separated him from victory and winning the event.

What a Challenge!

This weekend’s weather was somewhat different to the sunny conditions we enjoyed last week.… Read full article “Beaten by a Whisker”

Will the rain hold off for the evening? Nice breeze to get the fleet around the course, even though it’s not as warm as it was at the weekend.

The wind held and the rain held off (well a little drizzle but does that count?!),… Read full article “Thursday Night Jar”

Overall

The morning breeze filled the lake with white horses from the southerly breeze, but as the race time approached the wind eased to give the sailors some exciting legs in the Celebrity Glass pursuit. William and Elaine were last to start in the race and should have paid more attention to where the fleet went, as they headed for 4 instead of 5!… Read full article “Saturday Update”