Oh! What a night!
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The season opening dinner was a roaring success last Saturday. Attendees were treated to a Lebanese feast at Bedouin before the wilder members indulged in cocktails and dancing in true Studio 54 style.
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Congratulations Evie!
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On Saturday evening, Evie Saunders was selected as the Australian Sailing ACT & NSW’s Youth Sailor of the year for her recent achievements, We couldn’t be prouder of her!
60 seconds with Healy Ryan
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Healy is one of our new, junior members in the club. This week we get to find out a little more about him. If you see Healy (and his dad, Craig) at the club, please give him a warm welcome.
How old were you when you first stepped on a boat?
When I was 4 my brother and I had to do ‘dad overboard’ drills with a fender we called ‘dad’ in our Traditional 30 and I wasn’t strong enough to do anything other than steer and use the throttle so that was my job.
If money (and sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy?
An IMOCA 60 (like Hugo Boss)/Clubswan 125 (Scorpio)/ F50 (Australian colours)
What is your ultimate sailing goal?
To be the best that I can be.
Tell us the story behind the name of your Laser?
Boat Name: Shift.
Start (be on the start at the start)- Head (Head out of the boat)- Important (what’s important now)- Focus (and stay positive, also Fun) -Trim (the sails and the boat). as well as: pick the shift. shift gears in light air.
If you could add any ingredient to DBSC's world’s best toasties – what would it be?
They’re available between races.
What are your second/third favourite hobbies (assuming sailing is #1)?
Water sports (wakeboarding, water skiing etc) & AFL
Describe what you do for work in less than five words?
School and coaching sailing.
What is the first international destination you will travel to (once we're allowed) and why?
Monaco, to look at awesome boats
What is your favourite TV show, movie, and/or book?
Brooklyn-99
Tell us something interesting about yourself that members of the club don’t know?
When I was 10, I got a virus that damaged ears and because I can’t wear my hearing aid on the water, I’ll only understand them properly if I’m looking at them or they yell at me:)
Also, I’m 13, but that’s not interesting.
Upcoming events and more information
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Saturday 22 October 9am: PRO training, Vaucluse regatta
Saturday 29 October 9am: Safety and competency training
Saturday 3 December 2022: The Women’s Regatta. Sign up for more information here.
The club’s calendar can be viewed and subscribed to here.
Thank you to the members who are sending through information for the newsletter. If you have content for the newsletter, please email it to newsletter@dbsc.com.au by midnight Monday.
Race report 10 September 2022
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From our PRO Geoff Kirk:
Someone once described Sydney Harbour as an extremely good-looking person who doesn't have to do much to attract attention. Well, it just stood there and looked pretty on Saturday! It was a beautiful day for sailing, and to be out on the response boats.
Jazzman was ably manned by Murray Stone (LTRAR) who did a superb job and has now progressed to full PRO status, and Geoff Kirk, who is looking to be demoted from PRO status. On the response boats were Peter D'arcy-King and parents of our youth sailors, Ben, and Craig, who jumped in on the day and did a fantastic job.
For Spring Point Score races 1 and 2 the sailing conditions were tricky, with a continuation of the winter westerlies, and a 180-degree shift in the second race. The race committee could hear many a brain grinding as sailors in the blue and yellow bibs tried to process Brett's comments on the water between races.
The club welcomed the 4.7 fleet from Hunters Hill, and gave them a separate start, hopefully this will encourage them to return and gain momentum. The on water participation and support of parents has been very helpful, and we look forward to fostering a good relationship between our two clubs.
Craig Sheers and Andrew Simpson each had a win in the standard rigs, while Ian Alexander and Scott Hunter each had a win in the radial rigs. Given this is our first fleet for the 4.7s the races were used as an opportunity to set handicaps in that fleet.
Thank you to Shirley, Richo and Trevor for driving the sandwich presses!
The club’s calendar can be subscribed to here (strongly recommended).
Volly of the week!
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Double Bay Sailing Club is managed and run entirely by volunteers. As the saying goes, “many hands make light work. There is always work to be done in the upkeep of our shed and the ongoing running of dinghy racing.
This week we’d like to thank Tim Heath. Tim has replaced Mark Crowhurst as roster coordinator and has been doing an outstanding job! He has finessed the weekly email sent to volunteers, as well as joined the committee. The effort that goes into coordinating the race management each week should not be underestimated (especially when he is on holidays)!
The club is full of people making wonderful contributions around the place, and sometimes behind the scenes. Let us know who deserves a mention!
A note on racing this weekend
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The PRO is well aware of the Sydney Swan’s 4.45pm semi-final kick-off. While sailors won’t make it to the SCG in time for the game (you probably don’t have tickets anyway), expect prompt starts so we can enjoy the game. In the circumstances, expect a bias towards individual recalls vs general recalls!
So don’t be a couch potato or skip sailing for the footy. With a little support from Huey, everyone can enjoy 2 races, a hot shower and be settled in front of the 18 footer’s TV for the first bounce!
Not too late: Season Opening Dinner
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We have been given some wiggle room to continue to accept RSVPs for the Season Opening Dinner. This really is your last chance (it’s this Friday)!
Please RSVP to the season opening dinner for sailors and volunteers.
Details:
7pm Friday 16th September
Bedouin 2/53 Cross Street Double Bay
$100 per guest (includes welcome drink, banquet dinner, beer/wine with dinner)
Dress Spectacular/Glam (Studio 54)
Registration is now open for The Women's Regatta
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Registration is now open for the 2022 Women's Regatta, to be held on Saturday 3 December at Double Bay Sailing Club.
The one-day event will include races on Sydney Harbour, great food, entertainment, and activities aimed at women of all ages who currently sail an ILCA / Laser dinghy, or are looking to return to racing.
If you haven't been on the water for a while or just want to improve your skills, we have a series of women's training clinics leading up to the regatta.
Head over to thewomensregatta.com.au to get all the info and register now!
Upcoming events and more information
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Friday 16 September: 7pm Season Opening Dinner for sailors and volunteers
Saturday 22 October 9am: PRO training
Saturday 29 October 9am: Safety and competency training
Saturday 3 December 2022: The Women’s Regatta. Sign up for more information here.
The club’s calendar can be viewed and subscribed to here.
Thank you to the members who are sending through information for the newsletter. If you have content for the newsletter, please email it to newsletter@dbsc.com.au by midnight Monday.