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”
Ladies, Crews, Juniors & Crews Race
The OD was Peter Whipp and he felt it was time for something a little different! So the course was a triangle and sausage 0-4-3-0-3-YZ which caused some head scratching but worked well.
There were 16 starters although Mike Cave and Robbie/Erin pulled out and went ashore mid-race.… Read full article “Ladies, Crews, Juniors & Crews Race”
Sailing into the Sunset
A drizzly but mild and wild Saturday afternoon didn’t put off any of those sailors that turned up for a race. Even Jo was keen to get on the water, this time racing with Ant in a Vision, and fulfil her dream of sailing the perfect race, winning by a country mile, and sailing into the sunset.… Read full article “Sailing into the Sunset”
Night Jar 12
A small fleet of nine boats took to the water on Thursday evening in a freshening SW wind and overcast skies. Nigel selected a course 0-9-A-1-B which was similar to the diamond set last week by Hazel.
There was little bias on the line but Dave & Lynn managed port on port in the GP to take an initial lead with Mike & Eric following.… Read full article “Night Jar 12”