Saturday sunshine and a good wind were the order of the day for a fleet of 21 boats in Fleet Challenge B. Originally programmed as a pursuit series of 5 races, there was a last minute change to a four race series on fleet handicap. … Read full article “Weekend of two halves?”
Flying Fifteen and GP14 Open 2015
Night Jar 12
It was a superb evening for racing. The wind was a southerly force 4 but it was constant. The course was A-B-1-0 with the finish line close upwind of the mark leading to some spectacular tacking close to the Bates.
Eighteen boats took the start but we were only two minutes in before Kath & Caroline turtled their Geep.… Read full article “Night Jar 12”
Garden Party Update
Toggle (the black flag man), thanks everyone that attended the garden party last night, and for their all help in moving boats, cutting the grass, and tidying the site ready for Bass Week. It was nice to see new faces and new members helping out.
Final Countdown
Bass Week 2015 is just weeks away. Yippee we hear you shout!
If you haven’t entered yet don’t forget to do so before the online bookings and discounts come to an end on 27 July.
Bass members that do not intend to sail are requested to move their boats, preferably off site, as soon as possible to ensure prime berths near the launching areas are available for visiting sailors.… Read full article “Final Countdown”
Weekend Series
This weekend some of our Flying 15s are sailing away at the National Championships being held at Rhu on the Clyde. Club racing comprises a 5 race championship series and started on Saturday in sunny, blustery conditions. Check latest results
There were many capsizes, and a few retirements as well, including our black flag man Toggle, and even F15s were flattened occasionally.… Read full article “Weekend Series”
Rain, rain go away
After a damp, stormy start to the day, the sun broke through and made for an inviting afternoon on the water. However, with various people away at The Lord Birkett event on Ullswater, and an earlier forecast for a wet weekend, and some stronger than expected gusts passing through.… Read full article “Rain, rain go away”
Are you a winner?
If you were skilful enough to win any trophies last Bass Week please ensure you clean, polish, and return them to us for award at this year’s regatta.
Nearly famous
Good article about our links with Swallows and Amazons by Times and Star
Credit where credit’s due
Following last weekend’s NWJTT we were pleased to receive the following note of thanks.
Many thanks for putting on a great event on Saturday with such perfect weather conditions. Please pass on my thanks to everyone who was involved in making the day a real success.… Read full article “Credit where credit’s due”