It was great to finally get the season underway last Saturday. A month late in starting due to COVID restrictions, the first heats of the Club Championships were held under beautiful conditions with warm temps, sunny skies and a decent NE breeze. Forty boats competed in the kick-off event. In the Radials, Martin White was victorious both races. In the Standards, Rod Barnes won the first race, and Ian Alexander triumphed in the second race. Congrats to all the competitors. Thanks also to last week’s race management volunteers: PRO Craig Sheers, assisted by Geoff Boscoe, COTD Jason Wilkins, CCO Derek Hand, and Canteen Assistants Rod Barnes and Gerry Donohoe. We look forward to seeing you all back out there this Saturday for the first heats of the Spring Pointscore. If you aren’t launching from the DBSC clubhouse you can always watch our 1pm race briefing on our Instagram HERE.
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LTR is Back This Saturday
Been craving the lessons and tips from our very own Champion, Martin White and his crack team of coaches? Your wait is over. Learn to Race is back on this Saturday, 17 October at 9am. It will then continue on the first and third Saturday of the month (except Jan 2). Come along if you want to learn more about Laser boat handling, balance, boat posture, trim, starts, tacks, gybes, boat set-up and any other race management fundamentals. Please email Martin White HERE if you are planning on attending.
Sign Up for State Masters Champs in Jervis Bay
We previously ran an Expression of Interest for those wishing to attend the State Masters Championship which is scheduled to be heled at Jervis Bay Sailing Club on 13 – 14 February 2021. Accommodation options will run out quickly so once again, if you are interested in potentially attending the event, please fill out the form HERE. We’re hoping to have a large DBSC contingent travel to this beautiful setting – along with family and friends. It should be a wonderful weekend away. For those not quite sure if this event is suitable for them or you want some additional information on what it is like to attend the event, please contact rodbarnes@dbsc.com.au. Rod will be hosting an information session about the event this Saturday before racing at 12:30pm on the grass outside the club. Come along to hear more.
Big Boat Racing
Last Sunday we had a Big Boat race (postponed one week due to the October long weekend). It was a cracker of a day on the harbour with a 15-18 knot NE breeze, and sunny skies. Though only two boats participated, the day was enjoyable and competitive. Despite a close call with a Harbour Marker, Chenonceau was able to outpace Smitten to win the day. The Big Boats race again on Sunday, November 1 at 2pm.
Removal of Fuel Canisters
We have noticed a number of non-DBSC fuel canisters stored in various parts of the club, most notably in the vestibule to the women’s bathroom. Storage of fuel at the club represents a fire hazard that we cannot permit. All DBSC fuel is stored in a fireproof locker, but there is no room in that locker for private fuel canisters. If the fuel canisters shown in the photos below belong to you, can you please remove them by this coming Saturday, 17 October. Any non-DBSC fuel canisters remaining on that date will be removed and disposed. If you wish to claim one of the below canisters and cannot get to the club before Saturday, please let the Commodore know by email HERE. We appreciate your understanding and assistance with this.
Bin Your Waste Properly
We know it’s not glamorous, but we need everyone’s help to ensure the right stuff is going into the right bins. It may seem simple but sadly it’s not happening. We have three different types of bins:The BLUE bins are special “return and earn” recycling bins through which we earn money. The only items that can go in these bins are empty plastic bottles which have a readable barcode (i.e. water, sports drink, etc.) or beer bottles with readable barcodes on labels. Do not crush the bottles and cans as that makes the barcodes unreadable. These items cannot be co-mingled with other types of garbage. NO wine or spirit bottles are permitted. The blue bins should always be inside, except on the rare occasions they are full and are put out for collection. The YELLOW bins take recyclables not included in Blue bins, including wine and spirit bottles, paper, and cardboard. Please make sure to flatten any boxes.The RED bins are for non-recyclable
House Management Volunteer Needed
We’re looking for a House Management volunteer. The role is to keep the clubhouse organized and tidy — find a place to put everything and know where that is, tidy up as needed from time to time, print out paperwork for use each week (CSO sheets, sign on sheets, race record sheets), coordinate labelling instructions on various items as needed, provide input on what is needed at working bees, and coordinate occasional newsletter articles where specific matters need communication. It’s a great way to up your volunteer hours to help secure a lower rack placement. If you’re interested let Andrew Cox know HERE.
DBSC Racing at The UK Masters Nationals
As many know, Matt Knight and his family have relocated to England. Despite moving countries Matt sailed under the DBSC flag for the UK Masters Nationals last weekend. Matt finished 10th (out of 23). Not a bad result after not sailing for 8 months. But it’s clear that Matt still needs to acquire the knack of sailing in colder waters… or just throw in the towel and return to DBSC in sunny Sydney 😉
Boat for Sale
$5,000 NegotiableLaser Radial/Full Rig Sail Number 202818Her name is “Jenny” (of Forest Gump fame) and really is the most beautiful boat on the water (Forrests words, and mine).It is in great condition, built 2011, fast, bone dry on the inside, with a stiff hull and competitive.I have been racing her as a full rig and I have all the spars and sails to set it up as a full rig or a radial rig.The boat is fully kitted out with turbo vang, carbon mast top section, carbon tiller, centerboard and rudder bag.1 x Radial Sail (good condition)1 x Standard Sail (good condition)I am sadly selling her as I don’t get enough time to sail with my young family.Located at Double Bay Sailing ClubCall Marty on 0401 328 331Or email martytrembath@gmail.com
60 Seconds With Sylvie Stannage…
In honour of HSC exams staring next week, today we’re featuring another of our youth radial sailors. Year 12 student and Olympic hopeful, Sylvie Stannage. 1. How old were you when you first stepped on a boat? I think I started Tackers in the summer of 2013, so I was probably 10 years old. I really hated sailing for a couple of years and only really got into it when I was about 13.2. If money (& sailing ability) were no limit, what boat would you buy? I’m pretty sure they’re not in production anymore, but the Flying Phantom for sure – it’s an insane foiling catamaran that I would love to get my hands on one day.3. What is your sailing goal? My goal is to go to the Olympics one day, or otherwise as long as the fabulous Brett Beyer can put up with coaching me.4. Tell us the back story to your laser’s name? This is