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”
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”
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 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”
Defying the forecast, Saturday had sunshine all the way to welcome over 40 visitors to the club and get them on the water as part of the RYA’s Push the Boat Out campaign. The wind was light but at least it didn’t result in anyone from getting an unexpected soaking.… Read full article “Sunshine All The Way”
Who would believe a sunny bank holiday weekend?
When the morning mist shifted on Saturday it revealed a warm sunny day. The wind was forecast to be Southerly but it swung between northwest and southwest being light and with many holes.… Read full article “May Bank Holiday”
Saturday started with a warm southerly that promised some great sailing conditions. Banter was keen to start in the narrows at Scarness and race down the lake, although his wish was not granted, a course was set taking the fleets up to mark 7.… Read full article “Patience is a virtue”
Sunday started with gusting southerly winds which led to some exciting and spectacular spinnaker legs. There were some occasional capsizes as the gusts increased.
The heavier winds suited Mike/Kayla who took an early lead in the F15s and maintained it to the end.… Read full article “Eric Twiname Trust Pennant”
Some light airs on a wet afternoon were just enough to tempt four boats to the water for the next race in the long MG series. The official starter, aka Herb, opted to have a shore start to minimise exposure to the rain showers.… Read full article “Dampened Enthusiasm”
An Easter easterly helped reduce air temperatures for sailors and campers alike. Fortunately the forecast gusty winds on Saturday eased late morning to encourage a few more boats to race.
Banter/Tim were out in a RS400 and powered through the start line a few seconds early to claim the first individual recall of the season!… Read full article “Easter Holiday”