Club Racing

Club racing was well attended with 11 boats taking their place on the start line for Mid Season races seven and eight last Sunday. There were some new faces which is great, as well as a Supernova from the previous weekend that did not want to go home!

The racing was expertly run on the water by John Roberts and Aileen Myers (many thanks). The chosen course was Pendine, Monkstone, Harbour with a SW force 2. All 11 boats finished and the results were: 1. Peter Bower (Phantom); 2. Paul Griffiths (Solo) just 14 seconds behind; 3. Chris Bannister (Blaze); 2. Supernova. Harry Myers in his new 'Bug' came a commendable eighth.

A course change was made for the second race to Monkstone, Amroth, Harbour, but the fleet struggled with a dying wind. Seven boats managed to cross the finish line in the end. Results were: 1. Paul; 2. Peter; 3. Supernova; 4. Chris.

Next club racing is on Sunday with the first two races for the Royal Marines Cup starting at 11.30 am.

Tenby Regatta

There is no SSC club racing next week as it is Tenby Regatta. All lour members are invited to join the Tenby racing which will comprise - on Saturday three races back to back starting at 12.30 pm, on Sunday the traditional Round Caldey Race starting at noon. More details on Tenby Sailing Club web site.

Sail Training

Eighteen beginners sailing a variety of boats were tested by some challenging winds last Saturday during sail training. Most can now say they have passed their capsize drill and all came off the water really enthusiastic and eager for the next installment of their training. Thanks go to Instructors and other helpers including parents.

Welsh Schools Championship at Mumbles YC

Whilst our trainees were battling with the wind at home, proven sailors Megan and Lowri Boorman and Ben Dancer were competing in a large field of nearly 100 boats at the Welsh Schools event at Mumbles YC. Saturday provided some challenging conditions which eased somewhat on the Sunday with a total of six races sailed. Ben came fourth overall in his Laser Radial category, Lowri was eighth overall in the Regatta fleet of Oppies and Megan excelled herself by securing two first places in individual races gaining her fourth place overall out of 38 Toppers and being the Best Junior (12 and under). Well done all of you - great credit to yourselves and kudos for the club.

Sail Training, Junior and Lady Helm Races

Our annual intensive training week for improvers will be held from Monday, July 25-29. This will be followed on Saturday, July 30, with the Junior and Lady Helm races starting at 5 pm. It is hoped that graduates from training will all prove their skills by entering the Junior Helm race. Prize giving for these events will follow in the clubhouse.

Unmissable Invitation to New and Old!

A buffet will be held in the evening after the Lady and Junior Helm races on Saturday, July 30, for all club members, but with a special invite to all new members this year to give a chance for us all to get to know each other better.

Please let Rob Tallboys (814424 or [email protected]">[email protected]) know if you would like to attend to give him an indication of numbers.

Privateers Threaten Saundersfoot

We have it on good authority that pirates will be invading Saundersfoot beach during the Bank Holiday weekend in August. Club members and holidaymakers will be 'encouraged' to enjoy a wide range of fun events - 'you will enjoy yourselves me hearties'. Watch this space for more signals.

Skipper's Mate