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”
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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”
May Bank Holiday
Who would believe a sunny bank holiday weekend?
When the morning mist shifted on Saturday it revealed a warm sunny day. The wind was forecast to be Southerly but it swung between northwest and southwest being light and with many holes.… Read full article “May Bank Holiday”
Night Jar 2
The stand in Bates helm realised tonight that the Bates drifts if you don’t let out a lot of rope for the anchor….
With the winds heavier than forecast it looked to be an exciting race. The OD had opted for a course of 0-A-4-1 to give some reaches and try out the new buoy for A.… Read full article “Night Jar 2”
Great North Asymmetric Challenge 2018
There was a great turnout of more than 30 boats for this year’s GNAC. The sun was shining with a cool wind blowing from the north east which proved to be frustratingly changeable throughout the afternoon.
The wind was reasonably well behaved for the first race, though there were opportunities to gain from the timing of the shifts and the gusts passing over the course.… Read full article “Great North Asymmetric Challenge 2018”
Night Jar 1
It was cold out there. Very cold! Especially for Joe who capsized early in the first beat. Thought of retiring?But No – I’m the Sailing Secretary and must show them who’s who!
It was John Reekie who led the fifteen starters at the windward mark.… Read full article “Night Jar 1”
Patience is a virtue
Saturday started with a warm southerly that promised some great sailing conditions. Banter was keen to start in the narrows at Scarness and race down the lake, although his wish was not granted, a course was set taking the fleets up to mark 7.… Read full article “Patience is a virtue”