Our stellar youth members have continued to perform well overseas. This time in Kingston, Canada at the Laser 4.7 World Championships. There were 63 girls racing overall, and our very own Evie Saunders placed 16th overall AND – 2nd Under 16 years! Overall there were 117 boys competing. In the Silver Fleet, Xavier McLachlan placed 50th and Ian Louis was 53rd. Find out more HERE.
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BoatCrewGear Specials
One of our fabulous Women’s Regatta sponsors, BoatCrewGear.com, are running a Father’s Day Promo. It would be great if you could support them if you are looking for any last-minute gifts. Check out the details and specials HERE.
Season Set to Start
We have an exciting few weeks ahead as the 2019/20 season gets underway. Check out the highlights of the next month below. Friday, 30 August, 7pm – Sailors and Volunteers Season Opening Dinner. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone dressed as their favourite Gilligan’s Island character at the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club in Point Piper. After the main event, the brave are headed to Bedouin in Double Bay. It’s sure to be an evening to remember.Saturday 31 August, 1pm Start – Winter Sprint Series. Sunday, 1 September, 9am– Boat Repair Day. Come on down to the club Sunday morning to work with some handy member volunteers to fix minor issues with you Laser.Sunday, 1 September, 1pm Start– Big Boat Race.Saturday, 7 September, 2pm Start – Season Opening and Club Championships Heats 1 & 2.Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 September – DBSC Women’s Laser Regatta.
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Order Your Sail Now
To ensure we reach the minimum number for our discounted bulk sail offer with NB Sailsports and PSA to go ahead, we need everyone who wants a new sail to place their order now. Here are the offer details: 4.7 = $759 (15% discount off RRP)Radial Hyde = $759 (15% discount off RRP)Standard MkII North = $979 (13% discount off RRP)Standard MkII Pryde = $979 (13% discount of RRP)Includes sail numbers supplied and fitted ($40 discount if you DON’T want sail numbers)Country letters will be fitted upon request for an additional $30Delivery will occur in late SeptemberIf you are interested, please make payment to DBSC’s bank account – 062000 16143109. Please put your name and mobile number in the EFT details. Also, you MUST FILL OUT THE SAIL INFORMATION FORM HERE. Thanks for placing your order today.
Working Bee this Saturday at 8am
All hands on deck this Saturday to get our clubhouse ship shape for the new season. There are plenty of jobs to go around for all skill levels, so please come out and lend a hand. The weather looks perfect – 24 and sunny, so there really is no excuse. And after the morning of work, stick around for afternoon Sprints starting at 1pm.
Fun from Last Year’s Working Bee
Order Your New Sail Now
We are confident that we will reach the minimum number for DBSC’s bulk sail order with NB Sailsports and PSA to go ahead. We’ve opened the offer to our friends at Middle Harbour and Vaucluse and we’re already at 30% of our target. We easily exceeded 50 orders last year, but we need everyone who wants a new sail to place their order now. Here are the details for the offer: 4.7 = $759 (15% discount off RRP)Radial Hyde = $759 (15% discount off RRP)Standard MkII North = $979 (13% discount off RRP)Standard MkII Pryde = $979 (13% discount of RRP)Includes sail numbers supplied and fitted ($40 discount if you DON’T want sail numbers)Country letters will be fitted upon request for an additional $30Delivery will occur in late SeptemberIf you are interested, please make payment to DBSC’s bank account – BSB:062000 Account #: 16143109. Please put your name and mobile number in the EFT
DBSC to Look Sharp at Regattas
A stunning new kit for members competing in regattas is arriving soon. We all know that the key to sailing faster is looking good, and the new kit is sure to do just that. This new look along with the DBSC flag we hoist at regattas will make sure everyone knows the competition has arrived.Thanks to Jules Hall and his talented design team for their incredible contribution! In the coming weeks, we will tell you how you can get your very own set – watch this space. In the meantime, you can check out the designs below or check them out on the club wall.
Sign Up Now for Brett Beyer Saturday Program
We already have we have 12 members signed up to be coached by Brett this spring – we’re targeting another 8. Find out more and reserve your space HERE. Dates are 21 Sep, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 16 Nov, 30 Nov, 7 Dec.; cost is $630 for “A” and $315 for “B” (plus merchant fees).
Alexanders Win for Australia
Congratulations to Charlie and Finn and Alexander who joined David Chapman and Zac Quinlan from Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron to win the Sailing Champions League Final in St Moritz. It was the first time a non-European team won the trophy. We’re very pound to see our DBSC mates Charlie and Finn competing so well on the world stage. Find out more about the Championships HERE.
The winning crew at St. Moritz
Coming Up at DBSC
Saturday, 24 August, 8am – Annual club working bee.Saturdays 24 & 31 August, 1pm Start – Winter Sprint Series. Friday, 30 August, 7pm – Sailors and Volunteers Season Opening Dinner.Sunday, 1 September, 9am – Boat Repair Day. Saturday, 7 September, 2pm Start – Season Opening and Club Championships Heats 1 & 2Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 September – DBSC Women’s Laser Regatta.