While the south of the country basked in some summer sunshine, Bassenthwaite was not quite so fortunate, as it was overcast and threatening rain showers all afternoon. Sailing wise, there was a pleasant force 2/3 to keep the boats moving. Zefer in a Laser led both races on the water, but was always trying to shake off Joan/Jack in a GP.… Read full article “Fleet Challenge A 2019”
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Whit Bank Holiday 2019
The weekend started with this year’s Push the Boat Out open day which was well attended by approx 100 visitors, and gave many of them the opportunity to take to the water in the best of the day’s weather.
There were events running throughout the day including mini olympics, hula hooping, and rock painting.… Read full article “Whit Bank Holiday 2019”
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Shifty Saturday
Saturday started with some more junior sailing practice, followed by the final two races in the Asymmetric Cup and MJM series.
With a light SW breeze, a simple windward/leeward course was set (despite there being only one asymmetric boat sailing). All was well until the start of the second lap when there was a major shift to the NW which refused to swing back so the fleet enjoyed numerous points of sailing on a two leg course!… Read full article “Shifty Saturday”
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Sunshine All The Way
Wall to wall sunshine, and a stronger than expected NW wind, made for good sailing conditions on Saturday. As last week, the wind was regularly swinging to keep helms on their toes. Frustratingly, just as the start sequence got underway, the wind dropped, but fortunately, returned before the start.… Read full article “Sunshine All The Way”