In last week’s newsletter, we mistakenly referred to Michael Forbes as a non-member who was visiting for the Metros. In reality, he has been an active member of DBSC since last September. Big apologies to Mike for the oversight… and a belated welcome. Here is a bit more about him: Mike lives in Summerland Point on Lake Macquarie with his partner and fellow DBSC member, Vic Whitby. He owns and runs a small steel on the Central Coast. He is quite an accomplished sailor, starting at 8 years old on a VJ at Speers Point (top of Lake Macquarie). He then went on to Manly Juniors at Toukley and VJ’s & 16ft skiffs at Gosford through his late teens. Like many of us he stopped competitive sailing when left high school, taking up sail boarding instead for over 15 years.Mike got back into sailing in 2000 and since then has sailed
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State Masters in Jindabyne
While most DBSC members took the weekend off from sailing due to Sydney’s high winds and torrential rain, six of our comrades drove into the Snowy Mountains to compete in the State Masters at Jindabyne Sailing Club. The weather was more cooperative than in Sydney and the setting was very picturesque. Excellent hospitality and a real community spirit greeted the 66 sailors who competed at Jindabyne. After a warm-up twilight session on Friday evening, the regatta began in earnest on Saturday when three races were held in 6-15 knot winds. The breeze was challenging, shifting up to 45 degrees at times. Only one race was completed on Sunday after the easterly breeze died, and the rain set in.
The fleet prepares to launch under ominous skies. Photo by Andrew Simpson.
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Missing Car keys
Luke Parker misplaced his car key on Metro Sunday afternoon. Probably in bloke’s change room (maybe they fell into a bag?) or near the “grown ups” fridge. He’d be very grateful if they are found. Luke@sellparker.com.au
Up Next at DBSC
Wednesday 5 February, 5pm splash – Twilight Sailing.Saturday & Sunday 8-9 February – State Masters at Lake Jindabyne. Good luck to all the DBSC crew headed there!Saturday 8 February, 2pm Start – Sprint Racing at DBSC.Wednesday 12 February, 5pm splash – Twilight Sailing.Saturday 15 February, 9am – Learn to RaceSaturday 15 February, 2pm Start – Club Champs 9 & 10 and Autumn Pointscore 5 & 6 followed by a BBQ on the deck.
RIB Driver Needed for 18s
John Vasey graciously helps DBSC fulfil our affiliation agreement with the 18s by supplying RIB support to their fleet every Sunday. John is unavailable to do so on the following dates:Sunday February 9thSunday February 23rdSunday March 1stIf you are interested in volunteering for any/all of these shifts, please let Mark Crowhurst know HERE ASAP. The day goes from about 1pm to 5pm and we have detailed instructions from John on what’s involved. Thanks!
Masterful Metros
DBSC played host to the Laser Metropolitan Championships last weekend. Nearly 100 Lasers competed in 6 races, with a great contingent of DBSC sailors participating; many dressed in our new club racing kit. No matter what your wind preference, mother nature didn’t disappoint. The races on Saturday saw a classic Sydney Harbour NE’er with a steady 20 knots with gusts up to 30 knots. The three 45-miunte races tested the strength of even the fittest sailors.
A wild and windy start to the Metros. Photo by Diana Valia Chen.
Day two saw a S to SE breeze with the first race run in Double Bay, with very little wind. The final two races were moved to Rose Bay which offered a stronger breeze. The conditions were still tricky, with sailors needing to be
Coming Up…
Wednesday 29 January, 5pm – Twilight Sailing (with Brett Beyer organizing starts). Saturday & Sunday 1-2 February – DBSC hosts the Metros (see schedule above).Wednesday 5 February, 5pm – Twilight Sailing.Saturday & Sunday 8-9 February – State Masters at Lake Jindabyne.Saturday 8 February, 2pm Start – Sprint Racing at DBSC.
Winter Boat Rental Needed
Robert Size is an experienced 16’ skiff racer, who would like to hire a good quality laser radial fully rigged for use in our winter championship series.Are there any members who would be interested in renting him a boat for the 7 winter championship days and the other 6 Sunday mornings from May-July? He is willing to pay $900 for the 13 uses, plus a $1,000 refundable bond. If you’re interested please email Robert HERE.
Bin and Recycling Management
Over the past few weeks our bins were left outside and it has been problematic as the public has filled them with a nasty assortment of mixed waste, leaving a small group of members (usually Paul Adam) with the unpleasant task of cleaning them out and separating the rubbish.We know it’s not glamorous, but we need everyone’s help to ensure all bins are put away inside the clubhouse every Saturday. If you notice the bins outside, please take the time to put them inside – except on Sunday nights, when the yellow and red bins are left out for collection. The blue bins should always be inside, except on the rare occasions they are full and are put out for collection. Also, please remember to recycle bottles and cans by putting them uncrushed in the clearly marked small recycling bins near the canteen in the clubhouse (not the larger general rubbish bins near
Twilights Tonight with Special Appearance from Brett Beyer
Twilight sailing is back on again tonight with a 5pm splash. Because of Brett Beyer’s busy travel schedule over the next few months, we will not be running a formal Brett Beyer Twilight Program this autumn. However, Brett will be running races tonight as he trains Andrew Cox. Brett has welcomed the rest of the fleet to utilize the marks and the starts that he will be setting up as part of Andrew’s training. This organized race set-up will surely add to the fun and challenge of the evening.We’re hoping to also offer some ad hoc Brett Beyer twilight sessions in coming weeks, where people can contribute to be part of the coaching. Stay tuned.