The first round of the Night Jar A series took place this week. There were only nine competitors probably due to the damp weather earlier in the day. But it was sunny with a good enduring westerly in the evening. The centre of interest before the start was Mike Fairlamb’s home built Streaker which was immaculate before its first launch.… Read full article “Time for Night Jar”
Sunday Roundup
Sunday started off wet and blustery, but as the morning went on the gusts eased (well some of them did!).
The wind had a massive curve in it such that the expected beat up the eastern shore was nearly a fetch to 5, followed by some wallowing (Ian reckoned he was going backwards at one stage) in the shade of Sale Fell before the gusts kicked in again (which caught several people out).… Read full article “Sunday Roundup”
Pursuit Underway
The Celebrity Glass Pursuit got underway on a sunny Saturday afternoon with a strong breeze to boot. There was some confusion with the start sequence when a Topper unexpectedly appeared on the start line, but Herb was on the ball and kept everything in order.… Read full article “Pursuit Underway”
21 years on…
Ethan Dawson has been selected to represent the West Zone at the Eric Twiname Championships held at Rutland 11/12 May 2013, a mere 21 years after his dad Robin, Commodore Andy and Vice Commodore Mark were selected for the same event!… Read full article “21 years on…”
Bass Week
The Bass Week brochure has been printed and should arrive on past entrants doorsteps in the next few days.
Take advantage of the substantial discounts by entering before the first deadline of 15 June. This year you can save on postage by entering online and paying by bank transfer or PayPal.… Read full article “Bass Week”
Fleet Challenge A
Saturday brought some blue skies and warmer sailing weather at last. With it there was a strong breeze, and heavy swell, coming down the lake. From time to time some heavy squalls challenged sailors and led to numerous capsizes.
The Fleet Challenge is a weekend series of six races calculated on a personal handicap basis.… Read full article “Fleet Challenge A”
Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit
In the social diary we have an ‘interesting talk’ following the bring and eat on Saturday 4th May, however, the person Claire, our social secretary, was hoping to do this can no longer make it.
If you have something you want to talk about which will interest people, or if you know someone who could do it, please get in touch with Claire,
Springlike!
The day started overcast with a light breeze from the East. By the time racing was underway the breeze was fading, so much so that the phantom wood choppers turned round, went ashore, and chopped some more wood!
Those that kept racing endured the mirror like conditions and managed to complete one lap before heading ashore for lunch.… Read full article “Springlike!”
Saturday Sailing
Despite a forecast of light winds, the sun shone, and there was a steadyish breeze to get the fleet of 15 boats around the course.
There was a good mix of boats in the handicap fleet. Unusually Scumper was first to the start with a couple of minutes to spare.… Read full article “Saturday Sailing”
Ben’s Guide to the Rules
Last night’s guide to the rules talk with panel Q&A session was especially well attended last night after Commodore Andy Smith, with a bit of help from Mike Moore (RYA NW area chairman) was able to coerce Olympic Champion Ben Ainslie to make a return visit to the club (His last visit was when Bassenthwaite hosted the Optimist Nationals!).… Read full article “Ben’s Guide to the Rules”