It was one of those evenings when even the seasoned sailors couldn’t work out the wind direction. It started SW and ended NE. The OD went for a diamond course A-B-5-4 in an area where the wind had filled in – to a degree.… Read full article “Night Jar 2 – 2nd May 19”
MJM/Asymmetric Cup
After a turnout of 20 boats on Thursday evening, was it the lack of one of AJ’s meals on offer, or the long term forecast of 40kt gusts that put sailors off on Saturday as there were only 4 helms turned up, of which only two decided to race (and neither were Asymmetrics)?… Read full article “MJM/Asymmetric Cup”
Night Jar 1 – 25 April 19
A thunder storm was rolling around the hills in the late afternoon so there is was a question mark on whether we would have boats on the water and a race start.
But it was ok at Bass with a light southerly and we had twenty starters. … Read full article “Night Jar 1 – 25 April 19”
Easter Bank Holiday
The long bank holiday break started on Friday and focussed on getting plenty of kids on the water on both Friday and Saturday, especially as there was plenty of sunshine with light winds.
Despite mixed winds earlier in the day, the wind settled to the NW just in time for Saturday’s racing for the fleet of 26 boats.… Read full article “Easter Bank Holiday”
Great North Asymmetric Challenge 2019
With Easter being late this year, GNAC is being held early, for which there was a fleet of 27 boats. Although the sun was shining, the cooler than usual, and stronger than forecast SE breeze put a few competitors off sailing.… Read full article “Great North Asymmetric Challenge 2019”
Spring into Action
Sun and a cool northerly breeze kept a fleet of 16 boats sailing for the first two races in the Barf Trophy and Spring Cup long series.
At the front of the fleet, Alex/Caroline in an RS400 and Steve/Ruth in a Merlin, had some close racing, while Ian/LezliAnn in a F15 were able to keep in the mix on handicap.… Read full article “Spring into Action”
GNAC
Our first open meeting is being held in a couple of weekends on 13/14 April.
All competitors & members are welcome to join us for a two course meal in the Clubhouse at 7pm on Saturday 13 April. To assist with catering which is being provided by Harry’s Kitchen (Keswick) can you please book tickets and indicate your choices on WebCollect before Thursday 11th April.… Read full article “GNAC”
Starter’s Prize
There was a good turnout of members on Saturday to finalise preparations for the new season that coincided with the start of British Summer Time. The day finished with tea and cake to chat with and greet new members.
Sunday welcomed a fleet of 21 boats for the Starter’s Prize with some sunshine, and a light southerly.… Read full article “Starter’s Prize”
Ready? Set?
The 2019 sailing season is upon us, and will start 1130am this Sunday 31st March.
Why not pop along on Saturday, give a helping hand with some final preparations, and then greet and get to know some of our newer members in the afternoon?… Read full article “Ready? Set?”
Great North Asymmetric Challenge
Although our season has not yet started, preparations for our first open meeting are all in hand.
This year’s GNAC is being held on 13/14 April, eight windward leeward races scheduled, and entries are now open at via WebCollect
Early entries benefit from a £10 discount so don’t delay too long!