Overcast, but warm, gentle winds were the order of the day for the RYA Onboard Youth Six Hour Relay Race which was held at the club today. Four teams of three/four youth sailors came from Derwentwater Marina, Lakes Leisure on Windermere, Low Wood Windermere and Bass.… Read full article “Sultry Saturday”
Weekend of two halves
Perhaps it was a return of Summer for the penultimate weekend championship series as there was blue skies and a medium breeze. Neil/Rory led the F15 fleet securing two wins from Chris/Julie.
In the handicap fleet, Steve/Ruth led the first race but were unable to break clear with sufficient ground to hold back Scumper or Robbie D/Amber in an RS200, who won on handicap.… Read full article “Weekend of two halves”
Night Jar B4
The final Thursday Evening Race enticed out eleven competitors including four trainees despite rainy and misty conditions. And what a race it was with five boats taking the lead on the water at various times. The start line was just out from 1 with competitors beating to 0 and wing legs to, and from, A.… Read full article “Night Jar B4”
Tinker Trophy
As sailors arrived, the forecast of strong, gusty SE winds was accurate, and there was an air of reluctance to venture out – even Ethan said he would be waiting for the wind to moderate!
The visiting Tinkers had an earlier start, and wanted a tight course that avoided the main swell in the bay.… Read full article “Tinker Trophy”
Night Jar B3
A dry and warm evening with a light SW wind greeted competitors with the added bonus that a line had been set with the Bates on its end and safety boat all ready to go at 6.15pm. This was thanks to Neil who had already returned ashore to muster his trainees.… Read full article “Night Jar B3”
Return of the Wind
After a couple of weeks with a lack of wind, the forecast for this weekend threatened to be the opposite with the potential for strong gusts to put many off even venturing out. Fortunately the general wind, and gusts, were toned down to provide some excellent, though challenging, sailing conditions.… Read full article “Return of the Wind”
RS Vareo Nationals
I would just like to add again my sincere thanks on behalf of all the competitors & the RS Association for a great event over the Bank Holiday for our Nationals. I thought your club facilities were excellent, the food was fantastic & your race team good humoured & helpful in difficult circumstances.… Read full article “RS Vareo Nationals”
More Vareo Nationals photos
Vareo Nationals 2013 (c) Alastair Duncan
What happens when there’s no wind?
You can wait…
Or you can eat!
RS Vareo National Championships
This weekend the RS Vareo Nationals are being held at Bassenthwaite, the home club of the defending champion, our own Vice-Commodore Mark Somerville.
The wind forecast is light, unfortunately, so will the lightweights have an advantage. Of course, there is the Bass micro-climate factor, so anything could happen!… Read full article “RS Vareo National Championships”