A bit of balmy weather this weekend. Loads of sunshine, but the wind was somewhat lacking on Saturday. In the first race Shunty, with Tim Chittenden crewing, kept breaking away and then being caught again. On the final run before beating up to the finish Herb warned Steve to mind the anchor warp – Tim lifted the centreboard, but the warp caught on his rudder bringing him to a sudden stop, sufficient enough for William and Elaine to take the lead.… Read full article “Summer Come Early?”
The race that wasn’t
Another exciting days sailing interspersed with calm patches as the wind fought with itself from two directions. With no GPs or Mirrors, there was only the handicap fleet competing and with 12 boats overall.
Due to the changing winds, not surprisingly, finding and staying in the wind or gusts made all the difference.… Read full article “The race that wasn’t”
Don’t Bother!?
Well that’s the quote of the day (or is it the season?) from Mike Fairlamb. Some winter refinements to his rudder led to a tangle of ropes and his first capsize of the season on the start line of the afternoon race.… Read full article “Don’t Bother!?”
Preparations Continue
As there are only a couple of weeks until the start of the sailing season, everyone seems to be getting things ready. Working parties have been arranged to prepare the clubhouse, boats and grounds. More boats are being brought back on site.… Read full article “Preparations Continue”
One Upmanship?
Ok, so we’ve had someone taking their boat down to the club, Knowlesy sailing in the South China seas, and to top that Shunty’s been practising his swimming when he went sailing at the weekend. Some things never change!
Some People Just Can’t Wait
Having read the following note on the website John Knowles felt obliged to send us the following note
Just looked at the web site and my sailing season has started as I’m in Hong Kong at the moment and just had a 26 hour sail 40 mile off the coast of HK in the South China in not too much wind but full moon was great.… Read full article “Some People Just Can’t Wait”
Toddy’s Secret’s Out
Actually, no secret to anyone who’s been following the forum. Toddy’s building his secret weapon for the new season – a new mirror. You can follow its progress here
Ever Been Caught at Nichol End?
You can never have a quick visit to the chandlers at Nichol End, Portinscale, especially if you’re served by Nick or Jane. Well when a local reporter went to buy a launch ticket, he didn’t get away without writing a book (well a big article) on the life and times of Nick Newby.… Read full article “Ever Been Caught at Nichol End?”
Something in the Air?
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I don’t know what these two have been up to, but they’ll try to suggest it’s an après ski activity (For Ian it doesn’t have to be après ski!). Perhaps it’s something to do with a missing Mr Potatohead – has he been lost, murdered, or just kidnapped?What’s |
Those Boots were Made for Walking!
and that’s just what they did. A team of 17 members turned out for a 2 hour march from the Derwent Lodge Hotel and were treated to a two course meal (+ seconds!) for their efforts. If only you’d been there.… Read full article “Those Boots were Made for Walking!”