There was a better wind than forecast to greet the fleet of 26 boats in today’s Laser open, and with the sun breaking through the clouds from time to time it was a pleasant day.
For a change the general wind direction was fairly steady, though there were some shifts on the water for sailors to contend with.… Read full article “Laser Open”
The lake was surprisingly calmer than forecast on Saturday, though started off a little drizzly, so there were a few takers for the start of the weekend series.
The wind and gusts did pick up a little over the course of the afternoon to give some good planing conditions.… Read full article “Weekend Series”
Three fleets totalling 42 boats took to the water for an afternoon of sun and shifting winds. With light winds forecast from the east, there was a bit of hope that a sea breeze from the south west was starting to bed in.… Read full article “Topper, NWJTT and Mirror Open”
In contrast to last weekend’s sunny windy weather, Saturday was overcast with a lack of wind. There had been a good turnout for the morning training session, but fewer numbers for the afternoon race. Those that were there were keen to sail so, despite the lightest of airs, probably one of the smallest courses (A-9-0) was set just in case the course needed shortened, but it suited the conditions and those racing.… Read full article “Just the Job”
A limited number of crews turned up to view the light conditions but, as the wind was fading, no one was keen to rig. So the OD hoisted Flag N and competitors prepared for the early meal being prepared by Val.… Read full article “Night Jar 6”
Saturday was sunny, warm, but blustery and only a few hardy sailors were planning to sail (or was that swim in Alastair’s case?). However, within 15 mins of the start time the wind suddenly eased as it fought with itself coming from multiple directions, and there was 15 boats quickly rigging and launching.… Read full article “Whit Bank Holiday”
It was yet another superb Thursday evening. But a fairly strong easterly wind was blowing before the start and the Safety Officer felt there should be two safety boats out for which he and Martin provided crew prevented both of them from racing. … Read full article “Night Jar 5”
It wasn’t only the Windsor wedding that enjoyed wall to wall sunshine on Saturday. Though the wind was patchy over lunch, the sea breeze came in and built up throughout the afternoon.
Mike/Kayla continued with their cover tacking over Ian/Lezli-Ann in the F15s apart from on the final beat when Ian took the honours by a hair’s breadth!… Read full article “Royal Wedding Weekend”
It was another warm evening. The wind filed in from the South West and eighteen crews set off on a 0-A-2-B course. Paul and Vicky in their GP weren’t quite over at the start and led down the beat. But Ian / Mike in the FF and John in his Solo were first around the windward mark. … Read full article “Night Jar 4”