Sunday Racing

Last Sunday reminded us what summer can be like when it tries, with some warm sun and a decent breeze. A dozen dinghies comprised of 10 different classes came to the start for the first of two races round a Monkstone, Pendine, Harbour course. There was strong competition during the race with Keith Jones, Paul Griffiths and Alan Lambert crossing the line with less than 10 seconds between them after three laps and nearly an hour of racing.

After the application of handicaps, Mick Lightwood (Laser 2000) demonstrated some expert sailing to take the win, but did confess that the boat was helmed by friend Mike who teaches asymmetric sailing so honorably refrained from taking any points. Keith Jones (Streaker) took second with Paul Griffiths (Solo) third. Peter Bower (Phantom) was fourth with Alan Lambert (Tasar) demonstrating capsize drill for new crew Rachel on the way round, to come fifth.

Race officers Paul Johnson and James Crowney adjusted the course to Amroth, Pendine, Monkstone for the second race which was won by Keith Jones, with Paul Griffiths second and Mick and Mike third.

Full marks to first time racing graduate Steve Caldwell who got his Topper round successfully in both races - well done Steve.

Thanks to Huw Stiley and Finley Harrison who rode shotgun on patrol.

There is a single race with a 9.30 am start this Sunday.

Future Events

At our recent committee meeting, it was suggested that a list of future club activities should be provided once a month so that all events are listed in the same place. Here is the first attempt providing an outline up to the end of August. Any comments are welcome. Sunday, July 22 - club racing 9.30am; Saturday, July 28 - entries are invited for the Junior Helm and the Lady Helm races with a 1 pm start. There are two impressive trophies for these races so members have a great incentive to compete; Sunday, July 29 - sail training transition to club racing, 1 pm, and two club races at 2.30 pm, Wednesday, August 1 - fun sailing, 5 pm; Saturday, August 4 - it has been proposed that we host the next meeting of the CYRCS (Club Youth Racing Circuit) on this day, when weather willing, the bay will be full of keen youngsters and the club full of supporting parents; Sunday, August 5 - all cruiser members are invited to join a joint cruise with Tenby Sailing Club. More details from Graham - [email protected]">[email protected] or 07890 987825, also club racing, 9.30 am; Saturday, August 11 - sail training transition to club racing, 11 am; Sunday, August 12 - sail training transition to club racing, 12 noon, and two club races at 1.30 pm; Wednesday, August 15 - fun sailing, 5 pm; Sunday, August 19 - the annual Round Caldey Race for cruisers. Start time 10 am. As always depending upon conditions, but last year showed what a great race this can be, also two club races at 4.30 pm; Long August Bank Holiday Weekend - Saundersfoot Regatta: Saturday, August 25 - A single dinghy race in the morning followed by beach games and other fun water activities. The clubhouse will be open all day with entertainment and food in the evening; Sunday, August 26- there will be two races back-to-back; Monday, August 27 - there will be a race for all craft with a short course for smaller boats and a longer more challenging course for larger dinghies and cruisers; Friday, August 31 - fun sailing, 5 pm. Every Friday the club is open from around 8.30 pm.

Skipper's Mate