Race Report

The forecast big Northerly was supressed by rain. So instead of another 20 knot plus day, Score Point heats 5 and 6 were held in a very light breeze which grew slightly over the course of the afternoon. The first race of the day was shortened due to the lack of wind. With the light wind, rig set up and tide management was key.

The winners (after handicap) were: Full Rigs: Nick Alexander (Point Score Heat 5) and Steve London (Point Score Heat 6); Radials/4.7s: Emily Ball (Point Score Heat 5) and Kirk Marcolina (Point Score Heat 6). 

Thanks to the race team for running an efficient day despite the lack of wind — Michael Osborne (PRO), Kate McHugh (LTRaR), Mark Crowhurst (COTD), Jim Dounis (CCO/CO-COTD) and Nick Pellow and Simon Stone who helped Paul and Shirley with canteen orders. 

Keeping the Clubhouse Tidy

There has been a lot of gear left on the floor in the clubhouse, which we need to address as it encourages pests in the clubhouse (of the insect and animal variety) and gets in the way of rack access and other club operations.

Richard George and Kim Ketelbey have very kindly agreed to take on the role of “house management” volunteers. They will be putting anything left on the floor of the club or anywhere in the change rooms into “lost property” bins, which will be disposed of monthly.

The first instalment of this has occurred, with a large collection in and on crates in the vestibule to the women’s changeroom.  In addition, two old sails (a Radial with the number “0” and a Standard MkII with the number 211497) and three foil bags (two with full sets of serviceable equipment) were found lying around.  Martin White has these safely locked away, and these will be disposed of and/or claimed by the club for club-boat use if not claimed in the next two weeks. (Please see photos of items below.)

Please be considerate of the house management volunteers and fellow-members by not leaving items anywhere other than on your own boat. Thanks!

Gently Used Radial Sail Wanted

A sailor from Brisbane has contacted the club looking to get a good Radial sail with low hours. If anyone has a sail of that calibre they are looking to offload please contact Rod Smith HERE. 

60 Seconds With Daniel Costandi…

As the HSC is in full swing we’ve been missing some of our year 12 sailors of late. That includes Daniel Costandi. We look forward to welcoming him back once he’s finished acing his exams. In the meantime here’s a bit about the young man:

1. How old were you when you first stepped on a boat? 
10 years old

2. If money (& sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy? 
IMOCA 60

3. What is your sailing goal?
To represent Australia at the Olympic Games in the Laser Mens

4. Tell us the back story to your laser's name?
Race Mode On - Nothing much to it actually… I just switch ON when racing

5. If you could add any ingredient to our already world’s best toasties – what would it be?
Vegemite

6. What are your second/ third favourite hobbies (obviously assuming sailing holds the #1 spot)
That’s easy… Fishing and Surfing

7. Describe what you do for work in less than 5 words?
Student doing the HSC

8. What’s the first international flight you are going to book post Covid-19? And why?
Lake Garda, Italy to sail of course!

9. What’s your favourite TV show, movie, and or book?
The Dictator

10. Tell us something interesting about yourself that members of the club don’t know?
I met Beyonce in Las Vegas on a trip with my family when I was 3 years old in the lobby of Caesars Palace where she was about to perform. She picked me up and gave me a kiss with lots of press and media around.

Coming Up…

Wednesday, 28 October, 5pm Splash – Twilight Sprints

Saturday, 31 October, 2pm Start – Spring Point Score

Wednesday, 4 November, 5pm Splash – Twilight Sprints

Saturday, 7 November, 9am – Learn to Race

Saturday, 7 November, 2pm Start – Club Champs heats 5 & 6

Perfect NEer Forecast for Twilights Tonight

It’s looking like another perfect evening for twilights tonight, with a 5pm splash. Sunny skies and 17 knots from the NE are predicted.  Last Wednesday we had 16 boats participate.  It was an awesome afternoon with a series of mini races run by Brett, and individual coaching tailored to each of the participants in the BBTP and their development stage.  Everyone participated in some very exciting close racing.  Let’s keep the big numbers rolling as we get further into those long warm evenings! 

Choppy Spring Point Score Kicks Off

It was a challenging day for the nearly 40 boats who took to the water for the kick-off heats of the Spring Point Score (which are scored as heats 3 and 4 due to the COVID-delayed season). The wind was a steady 20 knot N/NEer, which at times gusted to well over 25 knots. The fresh breeze was blowing against a strong outgoing current making for a Harbour that resembled a washing machine. 

Congratulations to the robust victors. The results (after handicapping) were: Full Rigs: Michael Osborne (Point Score Heat 3) and Hadrien Bourely (Point Score Heat 4); Radials/4.7s: Evie Saunders (Point Score Heat 3) and Daryl Lawrence (Point Score Heat 4). 

Thanks to the race volunteers who helped in the wild winds — Ashley Deacon (PRO), Richard Au (LTRaR), Andrew Simpson (COTD), Christine Patton (CCO/CO-COTD) and Jules Hall and Hadrien Bourely who helped Paul and Shirley with canteen orders. 

A full fleet ready to battle the big winds. Photo by Christine Patton.

DBSC’s National Champ – Clare Alexander

Clare has done it again – this time on the national level, winning Australian Sailing’s National SheSails Award in part for her work in creating and running The Women’s Regatta hosted by DBSC. In accepting the award Clare explained, “If this event sparks an idea, another dedicated regatta or just one female giving it a go, then we have achieved what we set out to do.” You can check out Clare’s acceptance speech HERE. 

Congratulations Clare! We are so proud of all of your efforts both on The Women’s Regatta and your ongoing help and support around the club. 

State Championship at Belmont 16s on 5-6 December

The Laser State Tiles will be held at Belmont 16’s Sailing Club on 5th and 6th December on beautiful Lake Macquarie.

This is a great opportunity to test your sailing skills against an open fleet.

Check out the NSW/ACT Laser Association website HERE for more information and how to enter.

Those interested in attending should fill in the online form HERE so we can coordinate attendance for the event.

Laser for Sale

$4,000 

- Stiff/dry boat in good condition
- Won the Double Bay Sailing Club Championship 2019/20 (Radial fleet)
- Comes with 3 x used sails. One is in good condition. Others are training sails - Foils (and case) are in reasonable nick
- Carbon tiller and tiller extension
- All spars, ropes and turbo vang kit in good condition
- Brand new boat cover
*Brand new stackable dolly can be added for $500 

Boat is available to inspect in Elizabeth Bay. Can be delivered back to DBSC if new owner is a DBSC member. I’m happy to throw in a couple of on-water boat tuning sessions, if the buyer would be interested in this.

Contact Details:
James Tudball: 0425 735 774 / james@thewhitetree.com.au