After the sweltering temperatures earlier in the week, nature decided it was time to water the gardens with persistent rain/drizzle, and Bass was no exception. With a lack of wind, the lake looked grey, idyllic, but not particularly suitable racing conditions for the weekend’s fleet challenge series.… Read full article “Wet and Windless”
Ladies, Crews, Junior and Seniors Race
With a black sky and thunder & lightning there was doubt as to whether the race would be held. But the storm missed Bass and twelve boats lined up for the start.
Sue & Alan picked up the port bias and were first away.… Read full article “Ladies, Crews, Junior and Seniors Race”
Sad News
It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Eddie Ramsden on 23 July. Eddie and his wife have been regular visitors to the club over many years, and more recently became members. He was heavily involved with the RYA and regularly brought his expertise into play at club events.… Read full article “Sad News”
Wind!
For a pleasant change there was a good wind forecast for the whole weekend, over which a club championship series is being held. The day started with some youth sail training. The wind freshened as the afternoon went on, and there were surprisingly few capsizes.… Read full article “Wind!”
Night Jar 13 – 18 July 19
It nearly didn’t happen! Only Bass member Mark Hunt turned in for safety but Neil saved the day giving up his Laser sail to drive the Rib. They successfully dealt with John capsizing his Solo on the way to the start and a later long inversion of Steve & Simon’s L2000.… Read full article “Night Jar 13 – 18 July 19”
Sad News
It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of John Dawson at the age of 98, father of rear commodore Robin.
Many longer standing members will know of John who was an active member for many years, both on and off the water.… Read full article “Sad News”
Mirror Inland Championship 2019
As the fleet of 17 boats, in which it was great to have so many young sailors, prepared for the Mirror Inland Championship, the lake had numerous calm patches which the forecast didn’t instil confidence in many that they would disappear.… Read full article “Mirror Inland Championship 2019”
Night Jar 12 – 11 July 19
It was dry but chilly with a NW wind. The OD set a different course of 1-0-B-4 and 20 boats took the start. Mark’s RS100 was first down the beat and continued to extend its lead. Val & Ken’s GP, incognito with a white Kite, were next up followed by James & Jenny’s L2000 having re-rigged from Ullswater and the second GP of Joan & Jack.… Read full article “Night Jar 12 – 11 July 19”
Shifty Saturday
The sunny Saturday started with some junior sail training in variable light airs. It was hoped that a sea breeze would be the saviour and fill in the various flat patches, and steady the swinging breeze.
On setting the course it seemed that the sea breeze was on its way as the fleet headed to the start line, so the start sequence got underway despite a late swing back to the north resulting in a reaching start for most fleets.… Read full article “Shifty Saturday”
Night Jar 11 – 4 July 19
A drab, light westerly evening started serenely enough, But, when the Thursday evening Bates driver decided to launch the Rib it became highly entertaining as he ended up waist deep in the water! Luckily the combined skills of Ken, Keith, Tog and others were able to get things on a drier footing and racing started albeit around 30 mins late.… Read full article “Night Jar 11 – 4 July 19”