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The Christmas party is next weekend. Please ensure you have RSVPed.

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How old were you when you first stepped on a boat? I was probably 10 years old when I first stepped on a boat during a school holiday program.If money (and sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy? AC75What is your ultimate sailing goal? Win Laser NationalsTell us the story behind the name of your Laser? Aeolus = The greek god of the wind (as I bought my boat I was studying greek gods at school, the name stuck)If you could add any ingredient to DBSC’s world’s best toasties – what would it be? LemongrassWhat are your second/third favourite hobbies (assuming sailing is #1)? Golf and SoccerDescribe what you do for work in less than five words? I am a Sailing InstructorWhat is the first international destination you will travel to (once we’re allowed) and why? Italy, because the food is just too good!What is your favourite

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Wednesday 1 December – Twilight sprintsSaturday 4 December – Sprints / State Championships @ Georges RiverWednesday 8 December – Twilight sprintsSaturday 11 December – Tyrell and Rousso Races | Christmas PartyWednesday 15 December – Twilight sprintsSaturday 18 December – Sprints (Sail GP)   Wednesday 22 December – Twilight sprints  The club calendar can be viewed (and subscribed to) here.

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Double Bay Sailing Club was delighted to host our friends from Vaucluse Yacht Club (VYC) on Saturday for the first leg of the annual Vaucluse Challenge, a traditional rivalry between the two clubs since 1959.Two races were held in Rose Bay, with a 14 knot gusty and shifty south, south-easterly breeze that kept racers on their toes amongst the yachts and Etchells, some of which weren’t too happy about sharing the bay. The on water racing was managed by Daryl Lawrence (PRO) and John Verco (LTRAR) with on water assistance from Justin Davey (COTD), Christine Patton (co-COTD) and Derek Hand (CSO).After racing sailors retreated to the Double Bay clubhouse with guests from VYC where they enjoyed tall tales with a sausage sizzle and some drinks. Many thanks to Shirley and Paul for preparing the post-race refreshments as well as the toasties before racing, with the assistance of Diana Chen and

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The Vaucluse Junior, affectionately known as the Vee-Jay (VJ), was a 11ft 6” two-handed skiff conceived by Sylvester (Sil) Rohu and designed by Charles Sparrow in 1931. The design spawned tens of thousands of builds across Australia and overseas with competitive racing until the 1990s. Champions of the class continued on to win Olympic gold, world championships and the 1983 America’s Cup (John Bertand).To celebrate the 90th birthday of the VJ, Vaucluse Yacht Club (founded by Sil Rohu in 1939) will be hosting a special event on the morning of Saturday the 11th of December 2021 featuring a display of classic VJs from across the era, a breakfast Q&A with some of the original champions of the class and a VJ sail past.Some of Double Bay’s members began their sailing careers in the VJ and they are invited to attend this special event.Details:Date: Saturday 11th December 2021Time: 8.30am rigging, 10am breakfast Q&ALocation: Vaucluse

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Double Bay Sailing Club is managed and run entirely by volunteers. As the saying goes, “many hands make light work.This week we are featuring James Tudball. Each week after racing, James can be seen returning to the waterfront to help other sailors with trolleys and hauling their boats up the ramp with a smile. Sometimes, the simplest acts of kindness are what binds our sailing community together.

The club is full of people making wonderful contributions around the place, and sometimes behind the scenes. Do you know of someone who deserves a mention? If so, email us and tell us why they should be club member of the week.

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Twilight sailing is on tonight and the Brett Beyer Training Program is confirmed. This means a top mark will be laid for sprint racing, with a start determined on the water. A two minute starting sequence will apply unless otherwise advised on the water.Last week we had over 20 boats attend for a fantastic twilight session. This week, the forecast (at the time of writing) is a 16-18 knots nor-easter! You’d be mad to miss the smile on Pat Levy’s face in this!

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Members are reminded to pay for the drinks taken from the club fridges, including at the BBQ after club championship racing. Bottles of wine may be provided on the table at the BBQ, and (only) these will be complimentary.

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Just kidding! However, we would like you to RSVP to the upcoming Christmas party to assist with catering.The party will be held on Saturday 11 December, 5:30-11:30pm.

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It was another wild and woolly weekend for sailors at Double Bay with a 22-29 knot southerly for sprint racing.

Photo: Pia Hattersley

David Newman (PRO) ran efficient racing with Richard George (LTRAR), Mark Gray (COTD), Bonnie Nixon (Co-COTD), Pia Hattersley and Milla Gray all assisting on water. Justin Davey was our responsible CSO, while Craig Sheers and Peter Collie were on hand to assist Paul and Shirley in the canteen.

And then there were 3. Photo: Pia Hattersley

Ultimately it was a game of survivor with

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