So the meteorologists think it’s now Autumn, just as well they didn’t tell the weather! A windless, sunny morning filled in for the afternoon racing, though with the wind from the SSW it couldn’t settle as to which side of Sale Fell to come from.… Read full article “September Sunshine”
Night Jar 16
After a glorious day, many wanted to end it with an evening sail, but it was not to be, the light breeze that was there on their arrival faded to nothing, and the race was cancelled, not that it stopped sailors staying back to enjoy the communal evening meal.… Read full article “Night Jar 16”
August Bank Holiday
For some people that have been camping since Thursday, Saturday marks the middle of their weekend break, and they have been joined by the Southport and GP14 cruisers. With a good westerly breeze, and some sunny spells, there was an excellent turnout with over 30 boats, including 11 Mirrors.… Read full article “August Bank Holiday”
Night Jar 15
With a load of members camping on site it was hoped that the number of boats racing in this round of the Night Jar would increase. But, apart from Banter’s Skiff, it was the Thursday regulars who made up the fleet.… Read full article “Night Jar 15”
Slow Sunday
With another Bass Week behind us, some have gone on holiday for a rest resulting in a quiet weekend, sailing wise, which is why we host the annual triathlon the Saturday after Bass Week. Far from being quiet, there 350 competitors, split into two groups, swimming, cycling and running around the challenging courses.… Read full article “Slow Sunday”
Night Jar 14
It was mucky evening with rain and low cloud. So it isn’t surprising that there were few takers. Five to be precise! Peter was on the food and AJ & Sue on re-stocking the galley after Bassweek so they all opted out.… Read full article “Night Jar 14”
Sunday Roundup
A good turnout for another day of blustery conditions. The rain held off but it didn't mean everyone kept dry as the courses had various gybes which had the edge over numerous sailors in the gusts, and resulted in several capsizes.… Read full article “Sunday Roundup”
Solo Open
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Gusting SW winds left some of the select group of competitors looking a little reluctant before the earlier than usual 11am start, but they did all venture out racing.
Despite an unimpressive start our own Tog was leading at the end of the first lap, but slipped back behind Tony King during the next lap.… Read full article “Solo Open”
Night Jar 13
Only eight boats out but four changes of leader in a race which OD John Reekie felt should be short and to the point as safety cover was limited to Chas. Not that it was particularly windy but the gust coming around Sale Fell caught out nearly everyone.… Read full article “Night Jar 13”
Weekend Series
After a soggy morning that didn’t even tempt Jo on to the water for the Social Saturday sailing the rain had passed through and some wind eventually filled in for a belated start.
The wind swung throughout the first race but one of the two beats was maintained after some strategic mark moving.… Read full article “Weekend Series”