Racing Sunday 17th March

Published 17:32 on 26 Mar 2024

The start of the day was very unpromising. The current was too strong for boats to be able to stem the stream with the slight westerly, so the 1030 series of races was cancelled. Come 1130 the wind had strengthened so it was possible to get some sailing in.

This was the penultimate Sunday in the Winter series.

The course was short well in sight of the club. Sometimes it paid to creep up the bank, and sometimes it paid to sail up the middle. Andrew and Nim Harris in Crescendo won the Merlins, Marcus Chavasse the Lasers and Alison Cooper and Andrew Craig in Zephyr showed the rest of us that the National 18s are alive and kicking.

Thanks go to Richard Harris and Emma McDonald in the box and Geoff Malseed and Glynis Hatton in the Patrol Boat.

The clubhouse was buzzing with sailors and spectators alike enjoying the Pork casserole a la creme with mash and green beans - followed by Eton Mess, and sandwiches provided by chef Jean-Michel and team. Thanks also to Charlotte for running the bar.

Last updated 18:38 on 25 April 2024