After a day which had almost all weather conditions on offer at some point, the Gods eventually decided to supply lots of wind for Thursday evening’s racing. There were plenty of capsizes, even before the start, but the conditions were sailable.… Read full article “Night Jar”
Dubwath Micro Climate
Despite high winds on the coast, and a similar forecast for the lake which would probably have prevented sailing, Bass again enjoyed its own weather conditions. Although windy, with some strong gusts, sailing got underway with the first race being a pursuit as part of the Celebrity Glass series.… Read full article “Dubwath Micro Climate”
Life Goes On
There may not have been any boats on the foreshore after they had all been moved to safety in the morning, but it didn’t stop 10 boats venturing out to race in the squally conditions. Two F15s, a GP and 7 single handers took part in the first race in the last long series of the season.… Read full article “Life Goes On”
Mid Summer’s Day
You’d never have guessed it from the weather. Torrential rain showers, a little bit of sun, but a good breeze to power the boats round.
Joe Watkins was out in his new RS 300, honing his capsize skills on a frequent basis.… Read full article “Mid Summer’s Day”
Soggy Saturday 16 June
With a stormy weather forecast for middle England, what would happen in the Dubwath micro climate was anybody’s guess. The wind turbines at Bothel were in an Easterly breeze, from the shore the wind seemed to be from the SE, but on the water it was from the SW!… Read full article “Soggy Saturday 16 June”
Weekend Sailing 9/10 June
This weekend’s championship series got off to a great start with a steady westerly breeze which gave rise to some good planing conditions. Simon/Jon led the way in the F15s in both races with Mike/Kayla chasing and Ian/Lezli-Ann challenging from time to time.… Read full article “Weekend Sailing 9/10 June”
Night Jar – 7 June
‘Winds will be cyclonic’ – and how!
A quieter, damp, evening resulted a smaller fleet of only 11 boats this week. As the wind came and went Race Officer Steve Sharpe had his work cut out guessing which direction it would materialise from next.… Read full article “Night Jar – 7 June”
The Street Party That Wasn’t
Due to the cold weather, the scheduled street party was held indoors, red white and Royal blue was the theme. There was again a great selection of sandwiches, nibbles and cakes to keep everyone going until the barbeque this evening!
First Bank Holiday of the Week!
… Read full article “The Street Party That Wasn’t”From the Ridiculous to the Sublime
After there being too much wind last weekend, today seems looks like it will be the opposite. There has been a slight breeze, but as the start time approaches, the wind has disappeared!…
It was to be the sea breeze that helped save the day.… Read full article “From the Ridiculous to the Sublime”
F15 Open Sponsored by Waples Wine
Eleven visitors joined five boats from the home club to contest the Waples Wine Flying Fifteen Open at Basssenthwaite SC on the weekend of May 26/27. The forecast ‘champagne conditions’ materialised with unbroken sunshine being complemented by a strong, warm breeze from the SE.… Read full article “F15 Open Sponsored by Waples Wine”