Today's trailer yacht racing at Weymouth was lacking in numbers, but as all the competitors had made alterations over the winter it was still anyones day.
In the very light winds of the first race, the Cherry 16 steered mostly by seven year old Ashley showed excellent form and lead from start to finish, ahead of the Quicksilver 16.
In the second race these two were joined by the Beachcomber 22, and the racing was a lot hotter.
The Cherry and Quicksilver got away from the start well ahead of the Beachcomber, but Rob found some magic and rapidly overtook both the smaller yachts, to lead easily by the first mark. Downwind the fleet stayed pretty close together, and all three boats rounded the turning mark very close together, the Beachcomber just leading the Quicksilver, with the Cherry just seconds behind. Upwind, the smaller boats in previous races have shown better ability, however the work done to the Beachcomber has really sped her up, and she continued to pull ahead. the quicksilver and Cherry were close together up this leg, as both boats experimented with different settings. The Cherry then ran aground while trying to get upwind of the Quicksilver, so their race was almost over, as the time they were aground left them further behind the other two. On the final leg to the finish, all three boats made good pace, but neither of the smaller boats could close the gap, as the beachcomber claimed her first line-honours win of the season.
Full results available on the club website, as soon as I work them out.
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Sunday, November 17, 2013
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Weymouth 2013 Opening Sprints
Today saw the formal start to the 2013-14 racing season at Weymouth Yacht Club, in Manurewa, greater Auckland.
Four short races were held, with a wide variety of boats, in quite light, testing conditions, which improved throughout the day.
The first race was a short affair, and the three Lasers opened up a sizable lead on the rest of the fleet, however it was Angela in the Starling, finishing fourth on the water, who took the handicap honours.
Aaron, sailing with two year old daughter Cailey as crew, was third Laser for most of the race, but found some luck on the final beat, passing Rob and Pete as they sat in a windless hole.
Seven year old Ashley, sailing in a plastic Optimist dinghy, sailed the entire course on her own, with no outside help. This was quite an achievement, having only ever sailed on her own once before. New member Neil also deserves mention here, as it was also the first time he had ever raced in a sailing boat.
With Aaron, Cailey, and Ashley out for race two, the fleet was closer together, and this time Angela showed that a good start really helps, as she lead the Lasers for most of the first leg. In time, of course, the Lasers were able to catch and pass the starling, however it was Gina, sailing her Topper, that got the eventual win.
Race three was a very close fought affair, as Rob and Pete match raced around the course leading the fleet, whilst Gina in the Topper, and Angela in the Starling, sailed their own races, and once the handicaps were applied, there were just a few seconds between the top four boats. The two ladies also finished only seconds apart on the water, right behind the Lasers.
In the final race of the day, Neil had finally figured out the unique starting system, and the entire fleet got clean, fast starts, and kept very close together.
After the racing there was a sausage sizzle, and a few other members turned up to chat.
Special thanks go out to our volunteers, Murray, Roger, and Simon. Without you, today would not have been the success it was.
Full results now up on the club website, in the results section.
Four short races were held, with a wide variety of boats, in quite light, testing conditions, which improved throughout the day.
The first race was a short affair, and the three Lasers opened up a sizable lead on the rest of the fleet, however it was Angela in the Starling, finishing fourth on the water, who took the handicap honours.
Aaron, sailing with two year old daughter Cailey as crew, was third Laser for most of the race, but found some luck on the final beat, passing Rob and Pete as they sat in a windless hole.
Seven year old Ashley, sailing in a plastic Optimist dinghy, sailed the entire course on her own, with no outside help. This was quite an achievement, having only ever sailed on her own once before. New member Neil also deserves mention here, as it was also the first time he had ever raced in a sailing boat.
With Aaron, Cailey, and Ashley out for race two, the fleet was closer together, and this time Angela showed that a good start really helps, as she lead the Lasers for most of the first leg. In time, of course, the Lasers were able to catch and pass the starling, however it was Gina, sailing her Topper, that got the eventual win.
Race three was a very close fought affair, as Rob and Pete match raced around the course leading the fleet, whilst Gina in the Topper, and Angela in the Starling, sailed their own races, and once the handicaps were applied, there were just a few seconds between the top four boats. The two ladies also finished only seconds apart on the water, right behind the Lasers.
In the final race of the day, Neil had finally figured out the unique starting system, and the entire fleet got clean, fast starts, and kept very close together.
After the racing there was a sausage sizzle, and a few other members turned up to chat.
Special thanks go out to our volunteers, Murray, Roger, and Simon. Without you, today would not have been the success it was.
Full results now up on the club website, in the results section.
Friday, June 22, 2012
coming soon to some water near you.....
This weekends sailing around the southern bit of Aucks...
Saturday seems to have nothing on anywhere, but Sunday has quite a bit...
In the morning...
Pakuranga SC at Farm Cove have day two of their dinghy winter series, starting at 8:30am.
Panmure Lagoon SC have Laser winter series at 11:15am.
And in the afternoon...
Manukau YMBC has the second day of the Trailer Yacht winter series, 1pm start, two races planned.
Waiuku YC have day 3 of their winter series, also at 1pm.
French bay YC have nothing planned, so lets hope they travel to one of the other clubs.
Weymouth YC also have nothing planned, but will be seen all over the place, with several members confirmed racing at Manukau in the afternoon, and several others considering Pakuranga in the morning.
Expect clear skies, about 13-15 degrees, and around 15 knots. possibly even a few very light showers late in the day, when some cloud rolls in.
Saturday seems to have nothing on anywhere, but Sunday has quite a bit...
In the morning...
Pakuranga SC at Farm Cove have day two of their dinghy winter series, starting at 8:30am.
Panmure Lagoon SC have Laser winter series at 11:15am.
And in the afternoon...
Manukau YMBC has the second day of the Trailer Yacht winter series, 1pm start, two races planned.
Waiuku YC have day 3 of their winter series, also at 1pm.
French bay YC have nothing planned, so lets hope they travel to one of the other clubs.
Weymouth YC also have nothing planned, but will be seen all over the place, with several members confirmed racing at Manukau in the afternoon, and several others considering Pakuranga in the morning.
Expect clear skies, about 13-15 degrees, and around 15 knots. possibly even a few very light showers late in the day, when some cloud rolls in.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
What's happening..... in the weekend.
Saturday -
Weymouth YC has training at 11:45.
FBYC Regatta runs both days - arrive 10:30.
Waiuku YC have a Clarks beach trip.
Sunday -
Weymouth YC has race 2 of the Trailer Yacht Summer Series, Briefing at 11:30.
MYMBC has the final day of their series C, at 13:30.
FBYC regatta continues, also summer series 4. arrive at 11:00.
Waiuku return journey from Clarks beach.
And of course, for any laser sailors.....
Panmure Lagoon Sailing Club are holding the 35th annual;
RSA Regatta - open to all laser 1 rigs ( Standard, radial, 4.7 )
Registration from 0900,
Briefing 0945
First warning signal 1030 sharp.
Weymouth YC has training at 11:45.
FBYC Regatta runs both days - arrive 10:30.
Waiuku YC have a Clarks beach trip.
Sunday -
Weymouth YC has race 2 of the Trailer Yacht Summer Series, Briefing at 11:30.
MYMBC has the final day of their series C, at 13:30.
FBYC regatta continues, also summer series 4. arrive at 11:00.
Waiuku return journey from Clarks beach.
And of course, for any laser sailors.....
Panmure Lagoon Sailing Club are holding the 35th annual;
RSA Regatta - open to all laser 1 rigs ( Standard, radial, 4.7 )
Registration from 0900,
Briefing 0945
First warning signal 1030 sharp.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Today's fun at Weymouth
A small but keen fleet assembled today to join in the new years racing.
We had sunbursts, a starling, a topper, and a visiting frostbite.
As all these boats are similar speeds, a simple triangle course was laid, with a gate start.
In the first race, Keith in the Frostbite had a great start and first beat, closely followed by the two Sunbursts. He held onto the lead for the first lap, with Aaron and Ashley in the first Sunburst slowly closing the gap. Around half way up the second beat, Aaron and Ashley's traveller tore out of the boat, and their race was done. Keith turned back briefly to offer assistance, only to allow Rob and Pete to snatch the lead. They held the lead for most of the race then, but lost it on the last beat, allowing Keith through for the win.
Aaron came back out in the topper for the second race, with the same course. This time Rob and Pete got the best start, followed by Keith. Aaron, and Codie (in a starling) were slightly off the line. Aaron was almost right next to Keith when Keith had a knot failure, and lost control of his mainsheet. On a favourable shift, Aaron got to the top mark first, just ahead of Rob and Pete. This race then became a procession, with no overtaking at all.
After the racing was finished, Aaron and Rob had a couple of short sprint races, each getting one victory.
The second half of the season if off to a great start, with a lot of interest from prospective new members, and both Pete and Keith have interested friends, so things are looking up! Come on down and join the fun - the program is on our website ( link at top of the page) or check in here on a friday and most of our events will be listed.
We had sunbursts, a starling, a topper, and a visiting frostbite.
As all these boats are similar speeds, a simple triangle course was laid, with a gate start.
In the first race, Keith in the Frostbite had a great start and first beat, closely followed by the two Sunbursts. He held onto the lead for the first lap, with Aaron and Ashley in the first Sunburst slowly closing the gap. Around half way up the second beat, Aaron and Ashley's traveller tore out of the boat, and their race was done. Keith turned back briefly to offer assistance, only to allow Rob and Pete to snatch the lead. They held the lead for most of the race then, but lost it on the last beat, allowing Keith through for the win.
Aaron came back out in the topper for the second race, with the same course. This time Rob and Pete got the best start, followed by Keith. Aaron, and Codie (in a starling) were slightly off the line. Aaron was almost right next to Keith when Keith had a knot failure, and lost control of his mainsheet. On a favourable shift, Aaron got to the top mark first, just ahead of Rob and Pete. This race then became a procession, with no overtaking at all.
After the racing was finished, Aaron and Rob had a couple of short sprint races, each getting one victory.
The second half of the season if off to a great start, with a lot of interest from prospective new members, and both Pete and Keith have interested friends, so things are looking up! Come on down and join the fun - the program is on our website ( link at top of the page) or check in here on a friday and most of our events will be listed.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Sunday FUN day!
Wow!
Awesome sailing weather today for all the Manukau clubs, if you missed out, then that was a bit silly!
Hot, fine sunny weather, and wind between about 8 and 20 knots, which built slowly throughout the day. We also had beautifully flat water, although we stayed in the river, rather than venturing out into the open.
At Weymouth we had our first trailer yacht match up, between Rob in the Quicksilver, another Rob in the Beachcomber, and Aaron in the Cherry.
In the lighter winds earlier in the day, the Quicksilver had the best pace, as the beachcomber struggled to get any upwind speed. It didn't matter tho, because the first part of the day was spent taking lots of prospective members out for joyrides.
A little later, the Cherry arrived on the scene. In around ten knots of wind, all three boats seemed quite evenly matched once the beachcomber guys got it sorted a bit. The breeze started to build, and without the extra bodies, both Robs started to struggle in the breeze, and soon had smaller headsails up.
The Cherry, with its small rig, was just coming into its element, and upwind showed the way, even cracking a plane briefly, with just slightly eased sheets, while sailing upwind!! Around Shark Island, the lead was maybe 100metres. Coming back downwind was another story, as the quicksilver's big rig pushed her back into the action pretty fast, closing the gap down to around a boatlength. At the finish, the Cherry just managed to hang on for the win.
The second race, which turned into a cruise, started out looking promising, especially for us, as we bore away onto a reach and instantly the boat started to plane. Sadly this only lasted a few seconds, before we settled back to displacement speed, where again the bigger rig on the Quicksilver allowed rob to pull ahead.
This proved what we'd always thought, that the quicksilver would be faster in the light stuff, and the cherry would gain the advantage in a breeze. It also probably proves that the handicaps for the two classes are quite accurate, as they put the Quicksilver as marginally faster.
Awesome sailing weather today for all the Manukau clubs, if you missed out, then that was a bit silly!
Hot, fine sunny weather, and wind between about 8 and 20 knots, which built slowly throughout the day. We also had beautifully flat water, although we stayed in the river, rather than venturing out into the open.
At Weymouth we had our first trailer yacht match up, between Rob in the Quicksilver, another Rob in the Beachcomber, and Aaron in the Cherry.
In the lighter winds earlier in the day, the Quicksilver had the best pace, as the beachcomber struggled to get any upwind speed. It didn't matter tho, because the first part of the day was spent taking lots of prospective members out for joyrides.
A little later, the Cherry arrived on the scene. In around ten knots of wind, all three boats seemed quite evenly matched once the beachcomber guys got it sorted a bit. The breeze started to build, and without the extra bodies, both Robs started to struggle in the breeze, and soon had smaller headsails up.
The Cherry, with its small rig, was just coming into its element, and upwind showed the way, even cracking a plane briefly, with just slightly eased sheets, while sailing upwind!! Around Shark Island, the lead was maybe 100metres. Coming back downwind was another story, as the quicksilver's big rig pushed her back into the action pretty fast, closing the gap down to around a boatlength. At the finish, the Cherry just managed to hang on for the win.
The second race, which turned into a cruise, started out looking promising, especially for us, as we bore away onto a reach and instantly the boat started to plane. Sadly this only lasted a few seconds, before we settled back to displacement speed, where again the bigger rig on the Quicksilver allowed rob to pull ahead.
This proved what we'd always thought, that the quicksilver would be faster in the light stuff, and the cherry would gain the advantage in a breeze. It also probably proves that the handicaps for the two classes are quite accurate, as they put the Quicksilver as marginally faster.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Hot action on the water
Today saw a mixture of training and racing at Weymouth YC.
Initially Shannon was getting some one on one coaching in an Oppi, while the other sailors cruised around enjoying the weather.
Once the training was over, a few short races were held, over some windward leeward courses.
The blue Seascout Sunburst, after further tuning, proved to be the secret weapon, winning all its races with relative ease. It appeared to be faster than the Starlings, and the Beachcomber, in the 10-15 knot wind range, in all directions, even downwind without a spinnaker.
Unfortunately we did not have any other sunbursts for comparison today, but everyone involved thought it was going very well.
We have no sailing scheduled for Labour Weekend, however if the weather is good some of us will probably get out on at least one day.
Initially Shannon was getting some one on one coaching in an Oppi, while the other sailors cruised around enjoying the weather.
Once the training was over, a few short races were held, over some windward leeward courses.
The blue Seascout Sunburst, after further tuning, proved to be the secret weapon, winning all its races with relative ease. It appeared to be faster than the Starlings, and the Beachcomber, in the 10-15 knot wind range, in all directions, even downwind without a spinnaker.
Unfortunately we did not have any other sunbursts for comparison today, but everyone involved thought it was going very well.
We have no sailing scheduled for Labour Weekend, however if the weather is good some of us will probably get out on at least one day.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Sunburst fun
Todays training session with the Weymouth Scouts was abandoned, which gave Murray and me a chance to tune the clubs red Sunburst, and the Scouts freshly refurbished blue one.
After a brief tuning session ashore, a course was set, and off we went.
The blue boat lead the way after the initial beat, although this was more due to the red boat being out of phase with the light and patchy wind. A mile of downwind running and the gap had not changed measurably.
Turning back upwind, it was immediately obvious that the blue boat had rather bad lee helm, requiring significant heel to balance things up.
The red boat showed much better height in the light conditions, although the speed seemed very similar.
After a short while, the red boat had got her nose in front, and the boats separated, one to each side of the channel, both trying to avoid the tide. The red boat then hooked into some better breeze, and pulled out a huge lead, while the blue boat sat becalmed.
At the final mark, before turning for home, the gap was around 5 minutes, and it stayed about the same all the way back downwind to the finish.
Back ashore, a little more rake was added to the mast of the blue boat, then we went back out for another go.
This time the boat felt much better, although the height was still lacking. A short beat put the red boat well ahead again.
The top batten in the blue boat was far too stiff, basically a straight line. I will be sanding it down tonight, and if I can find a tuning guide, will set it to the correct tension. This should help the leech of the sail to hook up a lot better, giving additional height and power.
Tomorrow is scheduled to be a racing day, so we shall see how it performs then. There's also meant to be a bit more wind.
After a brief tuning session ashore, a course was set, and off we went.
The blue boat lead the way after the initial beat, although this was more due to the red boat being out of phase with the light and patchy wind. A mile of downwind running and the gap had not changed measurably.
Turning back upwind, it was immediately obvious that the blue boat had rather bad lee helm, requiring significant heel to balance things up.
The red boat showed much better height in the light conditions, although the speed seemed very similar.
After a short while, the red boat had got her nose in front, and the boats separated, one to each side of the channel, both trying to avoid the tide. The red boat then hooked into some better breeze, and pulled out a huge lead, while the blue boat sat becalmed.
At the final mark, before turning for home, the gap was around 5 minutes, and it stayed about the same all the way back downwind to the finish.
Back ashore, a little more rake was added to the mast of the blue boat, then we went back out for another go.
This time the boat felt much better, although the height was still lacking. A short beat put the red boat well ahead again.
The top batten in the blue boat was far too stiff, basically a straight line. I will be sanding it down tonight, and if I can find a tuning guide, will set it to the correct tension. This should help the leech of the sail to hook up a lot better, giving additional height and power.
Tomorrow is scheduled to be a racing day, so we shall see how it performs then. There's also meant to be a bit more wind.
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Todays sailing at Weymouth
Awesome sunny but calm weather and flat water gave a fantastic start to our sailing season.
Sailing a basic windward-leeward course, Gina in the Topper lead Murray in the Sunburst and Rob in the Laser at the end of the first near-drifting downwind leg. On the beat back to the finish, the Laser streaked past, opening up a sizable lead. Gina then hit the reef out in front of the clubhouse, allowing Murray to gain the advantage, which he held to the finish.
Simon ran the rescue boat, which was a very restful experience in the conditions.
Everyone really enjoyed themselves, and we are all looking forward to next weekend.
Come on down and join in the fun any weekend through the Summer, lessons and training take place on Saturdays - our boats or yours. Casual mixed fleet racing or cruising happens every Sunday. The website and this blog are frequently updated, keeping you informed of what's on.
Sailing a basic windward-leeward course, Gina in the Topper lead Murray in the Sunburst and Rob in the Laser at the end of the first near-drifting downwind leg. On the beat back to the finish, the Laser streaked past, opening up a sizable lead. Gina then hit the reef out in front of the clubhouse, allowing Murray to gain the advantage, which he held to the finish.
Simon ran the rescue boat, which was a very restful experience in the conditions.
Everyone really enjoyed themselves, and we are all looking forward to next weekend.
Come on down and join in the fun any weekend through the Summer, lessons and training take place on Saturdays - our boats or yours. Casual mixed fleet racing or cruising happens every Sunday. The website and this blog are frequently updated, keeping you informed of what's on.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Todays sailing cancelled
Todays sailing at Weymouth has been cancelled due to the weather.
With the wind blowing between 20 and 35 knots, this seems the best course of action, especially considering that it is the season opener, and why risk breaking stuff on the first day.
With the wind blowing between 20 and 35 knots, this seems the best course of action, especially considering that it is the season opener, and why risk breaking stuff on the first day.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
The season starts here, whats on next weekend.
Upcoming events, Weekend of 1 & 2 October 2011.
Saturday:
Weymouth Yacht Club training day. Start time 12 noon.
FBYC working bee at 10am.
Sunday:
Weymouth Yacht Club opening day. Start time 2pm. All welcome.
PLSC handicap series continues, 11am start.
Things to note....
New and prospective members always welcome at all Weymouth Yacht Club events. We offer coaching for all levels from beginners right up to advanced race training. Free boat hire for members too!
Come on down and meet the team.
Click the link at the top of the page, go to www.sportsground.co.nz/weymouthyacht, or just turn up on the day. Even though we use the whole building, on most days we tend to be downstairs, so check down the hill if you cant find us. or call me, Aaron, on 021 260 9822.
Saturday:
Weymouth Yacht Club training day. Start time 12 noon.
FBYC working bee at 10am.
Sunday:
Weymouth Yacht Club opening day. Start time 2pm. All welcome.
PLSC handicap series continues, 11am start.
Things to note....
New and prospective members always welcome at all Weymouth Yacht Club events. We offer coaching for all levels from beginners right up to advanced race training. Free boat hire for members too!
Come on down and meet the team.
Click the link at the top of the page, go to www.sportsground.co.nz/weymouthyacht, or just turn up on the day. Even though we use the whole building, on most days we tend to be downstairs, so check down the hill if you cant find us. or call me, Aaron, on 021 260 9822.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
PLSC Lasers on Sunday
Laser racing at PLSC, Ireland Road Panmure this Sunday, July 10.
1:30 start, arrive around 12:30 to allow time to rig.
Hire boats available.
I'll try to be there!!
1:30 start, arrive around 12:30 to allow time to rig.
Hire boats available.
I'll try to be there!!
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Manukau sailors at PLSC
Laser sailors from Waiuku and Weymouth clubs fared well when visiting Panmure Lagoon Sailing Club this afternoon. Although neither of them scored a win, both showed good speed, finishing in the top bunch and challenging for the lead in all races.
Great fun racing, with a good bunch of sailors. PLSC is only around 15 minutes drive from Weymouth, on Ireland road.
Great fun racing, with a good bunch of sailors. PLSC is only around 15 minutes drive from Weymouth, on Ireland road.
Weymouth Yacht Club Season Program
The WYC program for the 2011/12 has been added to the website.
Click Here to go there now, or you can find it through the club's link above.
Click Here to go there now, or you can find it through the club's link above.
Monday, June 6, 2011
Weymouth yacht club sailing boats.
Murray has spent a lot of the winter fixing up the club boats.
The Jollyboat has been stripped and refinished, with some new gear added. It now looks like a pretty formidable machine. I believe Murray will be racing it around the clubs for the next couple of months, so lets hope it goes as well as it looks!
The red Sunburst has also been given a spruce-up. All the leaks have been fixed, and the soft spots removed.
Thanks Murray for all the hard work, and good luck with the racing.
The Jollyboat has been stripped and refinished, with some new gear added. It now looks like a pretty formidable machine. I believe Murray will be racing it around the clubs for the next couple of months, so lets hope it goes as well as it looks!
The red Sunburst has also been given a spruce-up. All the leaks have been fixed, and the soft spots removed.
Thanks Murray for all the hard work, and good luck with the racing.
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