The wind freshened as the afternoon went on to give a pleasant sail, though the curve on the wind always seem to benefit those to windward.
In the mirrors there was a dead heat in the first race and some very close racing in the second, though Toddy lost his nerve on the final beat to the finish and Mik sneaked through.… Read full article “Saturday Sailing”
The forecast wasn’t for much wind and it was right – the lake looked glorious. Shame it was mirror like. Perhaps the slight breeze at the southern end would work its way into the northern bay. Then again…..The wind came, and went, and came back in again from about the forecast westerly direction and racing got underway about 1pm after some glorious sunshine.… Read full article “Sunday Sun”
The light winds from the south made things seem like there was a pleasant sail ahead. Although William and Elaine were able to pull away on the beat from the single handers, the single handers benefitted on the runs. However, after completing two laps in 40 mins OD Mike Moore let William sail on (as Alan Waugh in his mirror had just started his second lap) but shortly after the wind faded and it was to be another 50 mins before William completed the next lap.… Read full article “Sunday Update”
Bassenthwaite is today holding its first RS200 open meeting. It’s a glorious day, but only a light wind. There are 19 competitors.
The light and variable conditions made it difficult not only for the competitors but the OD as well who had to change the line of the windward/leeward course for each race.… Read full article “RS200 Open”
What a beautiful morning – very few clouds, with a patchy breeze sufficient for the Tinker fleet to enjoy an early 1030 start
By the time club racing started the wind had filled in from the SE, and the course allowed some good planing on starboard tack, but not always on port!… Read full article “Tinker Rally”
Saturday: Not a good forecast. Flood warnings. High gusting winds. Rain
The wild conditions in the morning were sufficient to postpone the taster session, but the Youth Squad duly turned up for their 1pm race. The five competitors all took to the water, and all capsized.… Read full article “September Storms”
Though the forecast is for a gentle breeze, the mirror-like water does not give us much hope!
Perhaps it would have been better if the wind had stayed away because the drizzle came down as the OD tried to determine where to set the course.… Read full article “Waiting for Wind”
Light winds and sunshine was forecast – didn’t really get much of either! The sun did come out from time to time, and there was a pleasant light breeze before the start, but an over eager handicap fleet (or was it the commodore?!)… Read full article “Flags or Signals?”
Saturday racing was held in somewhat variable winds. The fleet believed they were heading out for a gentle saunter around the course only to find that the wind came in in droves and then disappeared for a while. Of course the exciting bit was when the wind came in!… Read full article “Bank Holiday Weekend”
That was the sound in the clubhouse as the fleets rounded the gybe mark outside the clubhouse. There were some near capsizes but they all actually survived the gybe.
The overnight winds had eased a little, though by the time the boats were being launched a squall made getting into the boats and away from the shore somewhat of a challenge.… Read full article “Oooohh Arrrhhh!”