Recent press releases on radio sailing from Post May 11 and Sunday Times May 5 2024
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Recent press releases on radio sailing from Post May 11 and Sunday Times May 5 2024
Read MoreThe original format of skippers swapping boats for every race returned to Jackadder but using DF95s instead of the original IOM boats. All participants seemed to enjoy the convivial atmosphere and the challenge of racing a differently tuned boat, proving once more that skipper's skill is more important than boat tuning. This fact is even more pronounced given all boats are identical, unlike the IOMs where different hull designs could be construed as providing the difference in boat performance.
Read MoreAn impressive turnout with some new faces, old jokes, surprise winners, great food and overall good company
Read MoreNovember 11th and 12th saw a field of 16 boats split into two fleets using HMS due to fluky wind conditions at Champion Lakes. Greg Torpy wins ahead of Sean Wallis and Adam Viney.
Read MoreThree PRSC members competed in the 2023 DF95 State Championships with Justin McAullay achieving a very credible 4th position, Bruce Quail and Bruce Robins coming in 9th and 10th respectively out of a total field of 18. The event was won by Nick Jerwood of Wanderers
Read MoreWhat causes a yacht to 'fall over' in the water? Loss of keel bulb perhaps? Something more sinister?
Read MoreWith an outstanding turnout on the day of 15 IOMs and 13 DF95s the day was a huge testament to how well thought of Brent was in this and other clubs, a valuable member who is sorely missed. Brent was innovative, always willing to assist or offer advise to those willing to learn and although he was the Club Champion in 2022, he was more interested in having fun and socialising than the competitive side of sailing.
Read MoreDual fleets of IOMs and DF95s battled the weather gods to fit in a day of tricky racing for the 14th running of the Perth Classic. Presuming the adverse weather predictions for the day kept most visitors away but those that attended enjoyed the convivial atmosphere whilst providing great spectator entertainment.
Read MoreA revised format for the Perth Classic now incorporates both IOM and DF95 classes Enter here
Read MoreA few shots of the DF95 and IOM fleets sailing under the double rainbow
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