Weymouth Yacht Club is hosting the 25th annual Manukau Regatta over Easter Weekend 2012.
A two day event, each day stands alone.
Saturday 7th April sees a sprint series, where each competitor sails four short races against similar boats. as an example, The "A-Fleet" could have Optimist, P Class,and O'pen Bic, the "B-Fleet" could comprise Starling, Sunburst, Frostbite, Topper, Scout Cutter, and Laser 4.7, while the "C-Fleet" might contain Moths, Laser full and radial, Finn, and 470.
After the four flights are completed, results will be tabulated, and handicaps formulated for the final race. The top few boats of each fleet will then take part in the final race, which will have a mark-foy start.
We are also reserving the right, depending upon numbers and time, to draw a few wildcard entries from a hat for the final race. I've got my hopes pinned on this, it's the only chance I'll have to get in a sailing boat all weekend!
So, the final race could have an Opti, a Bic, a Laser, a 470, and a Noelex 22. or absolutely anything else!
The start times for the final race will be the reverse of the average times from the flight races. This way, absolutely anyone could win the final.
It's winner-take-all and it should be great for spectators!
Sunday 8th april will be the actual Manukau interclub Regatta, where those clubs that are on the Manukau Harbour compete as teams for the shield. French Bay YC hold the shield at present.
Two long-course races are scheduled, with different fleets racing in different areas.
Registration opens 8am both days, briefing at 9am, first warning signal at 0930.
On Sunday, breakfast is also available at the club from 7:30am.
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