Category: Latest from Double Bay Sailing Club

Golden Jubilee

We’re thrilled to be hosting a Sydney Harbour birthday bash for the 50th anniversary of the ILCA Laser one-design class on Sunday, 30 May 2021.The event will be a “parade” sail from Fort Denison to Watsons Bay, with participants gathering on water at Farm Cove at 09:30 before a 10:00 departure. A start procedure and course will be provided in the Sailing Instructions. Participants are invited to attend DBSC after the event for a free BBQ and prize draw. All visitors are welcome and club dollies will be provided for those that sail in.There will be prizes for entering and participating, including a hull upgrade (donated by PSA) and three new sails (donated by NB Sailsports). You must enter and turn up on the day to be eligible to win (see

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Membership subscriptions now due

While it might be winter and sailing isn’t at the front of everyone’s mind, the bills keep rolling in… Many thanks to the majority of members who have paid their memberships on time. This allows our club to keep running smoothly.We do however, have 30% of members that have not paid their subscriptions. If you are one of these members, can you please pay your membership a.s.a.p.?Please email our club secretary, Emily if you have not yet received your invoice or are having any difficulty with payments.

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History Corner

You may not think that the DBSC clubhouse is an architectural masterpiece however, in 2009 the National Trust decided that the clubhouse should be added to the list of historic structures in Australia. The National Trust sought to recognise the enthusiasm and commitment of the sailing club’s membership and their continued contribution to community life. A sailing club is heritage at its most active.

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60 Seconds With Joshua Kirkton

1. How old were you when you first stepped on a boat? Dad was a keen skiff and Laser sailor so probably before I could walk. The photo is me on “Matt Helm” when I was about 11. Interestingly it was built for Matt Allen who has gone on to have a slightly more successful sailing career.2. If money (and sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy? Ningaloo would do nicely… however in the absence of a lotto win, I would love to be able to sail a Moth.3. What is your ultimate sailing goal? Achieved already – slalom windsurfing on Maui.4. Tell us the story behind the name of your Laser? Buzz Cat – we have a tradition in my family of naming our boats after pet cats.5. If you could add any ingredient to DBSC’s world’s best toasties – what would it be? Sailing out

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Members Helping Out

A quick thank you to the many members who do their part in helping keep DBSC a well-run, all-volunteer organization.  We know that so many of you volunteer week in and week out, and it’s much appreciated.Two special mentions this week. Jim Dounis gave us a list of things after his recent COTD duties, and he also fixed them – new tackle reels, missing anchor c-clamp … all sourced, purchased, and installed.  Separately, Daryl Lawrence decided (unasked) to purchase a glass polishing kit and to donate his time and the kit to polish the badly scratched front windscreen of the Jazzman. He had noticed the scratches, and he made the decision to do something about it.  Thanks to Jim, Daryl, and the many others who do their part — taking ownership of problems and fixing them unasked. It’s actions like these that make DBSC the amazing place it is. 

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Sailing with the Crocks

Last week Brett Beyer and Nick Alexander competed in Sail Airlie and the Open Queensland State Titles in Bowen. Brett took out both in light tricky conditions. Nick was 5th overall in the States. Well done to both DBSCers. The highlight of the trip was the crocodile warning sign at the top of the boat ramp where they launched each day (see below). 

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