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 our resident architect, John Chesterman. John is always helping behind the scenes putting considerable efforts into current projects like the redesign of the Handicapping Table area which will include storage for a lot of the gear that currently sits on display on the floor or table, and also exciting future projects, like extensions to the clubhouse that are in the planning stages. When not putting his fine drawing skills to the task of designing a new deck, he can be found with the hammer and chisel making repairs to the existing deck at our annual working bee. Thank you, John!
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A note on racing this weekend
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
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)
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Registration is now open for The Women's Regatta
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!
Regatta coordination
With the 2022-23 season underway, we have a few regattas fast approaching. We’re looking to cement our position as the world’s leading Laser sailing club and expect to send a large contingent of DBSC sailors!Coast Championships The Coast Championships are on at South Lake Macquarie Amateur Sailing Club from 15-16 October. The Notice of Race for the event is here. You can enter online here or at the club on 15th October up to 11.30am. If you would like to attend and need help with boat transport or accommodation, please email Dave here asap.State Open & Masters Championships A combined Open and Masters states this year at Wangi from 19-20 November is the must-attend regatta for the year – the Notice of Race for the event is here. We’re again expecting DBSC to be well represented, so please fill out the below form (2 min) if you are interested asap,
Battle of the Sound
DBSC Laser sailors are invited to compete in the 2nd annual Laser dinghies ‘Battle of the Sound’ challenge being held on Sunday 13 November.The regatta was started by ‘Northern Harbour’ Laser Clubs last year as a ‘local challenge’ among NSC, MHASC, MYC and VYC. The event is sailed in ‘The Sound’ (which is the waters between Middle Head, Cannae Point and North Harbour) and a great place to sail. The organisers expect well over 50 Lasers competing in Standard and Radial fleets. The ‘Battle of the Sound’ trophy will remain contested by the four ‘founding’ Clubs, however individual results will be recognised on the placings of all sailors competing. Competitors will need to sail from their own Clubs or location due to space constraints at MYC. Entry is free and entering as soon as possible will help with planning. Full details are online, at Battle of the Sound . You can register using the QR code on the poster on
Upcoming events and more information
Saturday 22 October 9am: PRO trainingSaturday 29 October 9am: Safety and competency trainingSaturday 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.View results here.Make a tax deductible donation to DBSC here.
Race report 24 September 2022
As reported by our COTD, Christine Patton:Jules Hall (PRO) and Jason Wilkins (LTRAR) managed a fleet of 37 boats in wind conditions that ranged from 4 knots to 23 knots. They were assisted by Christine Patton and Chris Berg in the Paul Adam and by Julian Van Aalst and Craig (father of Harley) in the Bergman. The AFL grand final was a huge factor for sailors and volunteers as many were keen to know the score of what was happening in Melbourne to their teams!! The weather Gods put on quite a performance with rain, wind, no wind, a rumble of thunder that we all heard and a flash of lightening that Peter Collie saw. We pressed on with the conditions and had two long races during the afternoon where patience was a virtue. The first start sequence moved to black flags, so all were on notice to be aware
Vollies of the week!
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 Ben Byford and Craig Ryan. With their sons new to the club, these dads have rolled up their sleeves and volunteered more often than not since Charles and Harley began sailing with this. We very much appreciate this spirit of community. Not only does it supplement our on water roster, it reinforces our spirit of family and friends at the club.The club is full of people making wonderful contributions around the place, and sometimes behind the scenes. Let us know who deserves a mention!
Clubhouse use (Tuesday to Thursday)
Jonathan Stone is hosting a function at the club this week with the Society for Acquired Resilience. More information can be found in our newsletter from last week.