Only twelve starters tonight despite the ongoing great weather. With marks out of place the OD chose a long course 0-1-5 with 1 being a gybe mark. The Bates was stationed half way up the long beat near A.
Rory was over at the start and John in the other Solo also returned. … Read full article “Night Jar 12”
Seventeen boats took the start on a superb evening with a constant wind blowing off the Club grounds. And an eventful start it was too! In a rush to start on time – well nearly – the Bates crew had omitted to put out the inner mark and a competitor (who shall be nameless!)… Read full article “Night Jar 11”
Council’s nomination of Rear Commodore Mark Somerville for the RYA Community Award – Lifetime commitment has been successful.
Mark will hopefully be attending the award service in London later in the year.
Well deserved recognition of his long service to the club!
A bunch of keys has been found in the gents’ changing room on Sunday evening
Congratulations to Andy and Phil on winning the GP14 Northern Championship at Bolton this weekend
Meanwhile in sunny Bassenthwaite, crews filled their water bottles and donned sunglasses, eye shades and sun screen to compete in three of our long series fleet races.… Read full article “Car key”
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”
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”
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”
This Saturday 12th May 2018 we are encouraging newcomers to get on the water. Visitors can try out single handed sailing dinghies, double handed boats, kayak, rowing boat, keel boat … all free.
They will be able to park in our ample grounds, have a picnic, go for a stroll, buy snacks and drinks, and admire the glorious views over Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounding mountains.… Read full article “Push The Boat Out”
The stand in Bates helm realised tonight that the Bates drifts if you don’t let out a lot of rope for the anchor….
With the winds heavier than forecast it looked to be an exciting race. The OD had opted for a course of 0-A-4-1 to give some reaches and try out the new buoy for A.… Read full article “Night Jar 2”
It was cold out there. Very cold! Especially for Joe who capsized early in the first beat. Thought of retiring?But No – I’m the Sailing Secretary and must show them who’s who!
It was John Reekie who led the fifteen starters at the windward mark.… Read full article “Night Jar 1”