In contrast to last weekend’s sunny windy weather, Saturday was overcast with a lack of wind. There had been a good turnout for the morning training session, but fewer numbers for the afternoon race. Those that were there were keen to sail so, despite the lightest of airs, probably one of the smallest courses (A-9-0) was set just in case the course needed shortened, but it suited the conditions and those racing.… Read full article “Just the Job”
Night Jar 6
A limited number of crews turned up to view the light conditions but, as the wind was fading, no one was keen to rig. So the OD hoisted Flag N and competitors prepared for the early meal being prepared by Val.… Read full article “Night Jar 6”
Whit Bank Holiday
Saturday was sunny, warm, but blustery and only a few hardy sailors were planning to sail (or was that swim in Alastair’s case?). However, within 15 mins of the start time the wind suddenly eased as it fought with itself coming from multiple directions, and there was 15 boats quickly rigging and launching.… Read full article “Whit Bank Holiday”
Night Jar 5
It was yet another superb Thursday evening. But a fairly strong easterly wind was blowing before the start and the Safety Officer felt there should be two safety boats out for which he and Martin provided crew prevented both of them from racing. … Read full article “Night Jar 5”
Royal Wedding Weekend
It wasn’t only the Windsor wedding that enjoyed wall to wall sunshine on Saturday. Though the wind was patchy over lunch, the sea breeze came in and built up throughout the afternoon.
Mike/Kayla continued with their cover tacking over Ian/Lezli-Ann in the F15s apart from on the final beat when Ian took the honours by a hair’s breadth!… Read full article “Royal Wedding Weekend”
Night Jar 4
It was another warm evening. The wind filed in from the South West and eighteen crews set off on a 0-A-2-B course. Paul and Vicky in their GP weren’t quite over at the start and led down the beat. But Ian / Mike in the FF and John in his Solo were first around the windward mark. … Read full article “Night Jar 4”
Help Required
We have a gap in the OD rota for Thursday 31 May. If you can help please let us know or login to DutyMan and add the duty to your personal roster.
Sunshine All The Way
Defying the forecast, Saturday had sunshine all the way to welcome over 40 visitors to the club and get them on the water as part of the RYA’s Push the Boat Out campaign. The wind was light but at least it didn’t result in anyone from getting an unexpected soaking.… Read full article “Sunshine All The Way”
Night Jar 3
It was a bright evening with a chilly F3 westerly wind. The OD chose 0-A-3 as the course and fifteen crews started on a heavily port biased line. John Reekie’s Solo led at the windward mark ahead of Ian/Mike in the Fifteen. … Read full article “Night Jar 3”
Push The Boat Out
This Saturday 12th May 2018 we are encouraging newcomers to get on the water. Visitors can try out single handed sailing dinghies, double handed boats, kayak, rowing boat, keel boat … all free.
They will be able to park in our ample grounds, have a picnic, go for a stroll, buy snacks and drinks, and admire the glorious views over Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounding mountains.… Read full article “Push The Boat Out”