Planning has commenced for the 2022 Oceania & Australian ILCA Laser Master Championships and here is your chance to have your say on the format of the event going forward. We are caucusing views to feed into the planning process and considering two options for the 10 races. Option 1: 10 races over four days – Friday to Monday – with 2, 3, 3, 2 races per day (same format as previous years)Option 2: 10 races over five days – Monday to Friday – with 2 races per day (allowing the weekends for travel)Please let us know by the end of this week if you would like your opinion to be considered.Click [HERE] to submit your response.
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History Corner
Performance awards for the 85/86 Season:Most number of breakages whilst competing in club racesThe best imitation of the TitanicBest imitation of an icebergThe most number of capsizes in Double Bay while trying to get to the first markRetiring skippers award – the spirit was willing but the knees were too weak
NSW/ACT ILCA Laser Master Championships
The largest ever contingent of DBSC sailors travelled to Jervis Bay over the weekend for the State Masters, and for many the first time competing in a regatta. It was certainly a test of fitness and skill with 3 hours of intense sailing and 30kms covered each day in moderate to fresh southerlies, with some consistent waves to surf downwind.There were a total of 143 entries and DBSC filled almost a quarter of the spots with 15 of 77 Radials, 17 of 64 Standards, and 2 of the 9 females. Congratulations to all the sailors that attended and those that excelled in their divisions: Radial – James Tudball overall winner and 1st Apprentice, Gavin Blake 3rd overall and 2nd Apprentice, Andrew Cox 1st Master / Standard – David Newman 2nd Apprentice,
Race Debrief presented by Brett Beyer
Brett will be offering a State Masters race debrief and Q&A at the club on Wednesday 24th Feb at 8:00pm. All members are welcome (even if you didn’t go to the States) to come and listen to his strategy, tips, tricks, and advice. Cost is $20pp – click [HERE] to book your spot.
Race Report – DBSC Sprints
6 sailors from DBSC and 1 from Vaucluse braved the rain and blustery southerlies with 6 short & sharp sprints and some nice fast hiking when the gusts hit. All boats started at the same time and despite some valiant efforts by the Radial sailors, Jason Wilkins and Geoff Boscoe in Standards dominated the races, splitting the bullets between them. Jason pipped Geoff in the decider with some America’s Cup style tactical match racing. Thanks to Simon Stone for running the show, canteen helpers, and those who were at the club early to sweep out the shed and sort through a large number of used sails.
Solar Project
Keen (bird’s) eyes might have observed some changes at the club. Stage 1 of the DBSC Solar Project was completed this week, with the western roof section (the 2012 extension) entirely covered in solar panels.We estimate that this size system should generate more than the club’s power needs, and make it a net supplier of green electricity to the grid and the local community.Future stages will eventually entail covering the entire roof with Solar, and we have reached an in principle agreement to supply that power to our friends, the A18s – helping to make all sailing activities in Double Bay powered by the same force that gets us around the marks, Mother Nature.The club would like to thank the NSW Government for their generous help towards this project. We would also like to thank the army of people within the club who have assisted in making this possible.Stay tuned
Electronic Payments
EFTPOS has finally arrived at DBSC! From this Saturday, you will be able to pay for your toasties, snacks, drinks, and spare parts using your card or phone. The tab book will be phased out over the next few weeks, so please ensure you settle your account as soon as convenient.
Sail Cam
Have you ever wondered what the conditions were like in Double Bay or just wanted to study the clouds over the harbour? Look no further, the DBSC Sail Cam is for you! Click [HERE] to access or via our website under About Us. Press the play button to start.
Rack Reshuffle
A rack reshuffle is scheduled for this Saturday after sailing. If you are unable to stay behind to help, please ensure you store all your gear inside and/or on top of your boat to make it easier for the volunteers doing the moving.
First Aid Training
As part of DBSC’s commitment to safety, we have once again organised first aid training (including CPR) for our members, to be held on Sunday 18 April. There will be a morning and afternoon session for a duration of 3.5 hours, with some self-paced online study prior to the practical. Fees will be covered by DBSC, however places are limited. Please register your interest [HERE].