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”
Back to it
An early clear out of the club grounds by visitors, a transfer of some boats from the back field, and, suddenly, normality seemed to return to the club.
Despite a lack of wind in the morning, Kayla was assured that the sea breeze would make Mike’s trip back up to the club worthwhile.… Read full article “Back to it”
The end of the beginning
Perhaps the weather today was a taster of what is in store for the Youth Regatta which starts on Monday (have you heard about it?).
The South Easterly wind held out throughout the day despite the threat of a sea breeze.… Read full article “The end of the beginning”
Glorious Day for Sailing
Despite the lake being flat calm in the morning as the sun shone, a good F3 filled in from the West well before racing started for the latest championship weekend series. A (relatively) prompt start caught out some of the handicap fleet (Will they learn for the morning?).… Read full article “Glorious Day for Sailing”