Our man in Monaco
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Hadrien Bourely, reports in from Europe:
Representing the interests of the ‘best sailing club in the world’, our European representatives Mark Bethwaite and Hadrien Bourely have confirmed and strengthened ties with our sister club Campion del Garda sailing club as relations are still well enjoyed by both sides.
Starting Friday night with drinks and diner overlooking the lake and mountains, the festivities were an absolute expression of the joy and laughter that only old friends and the master sailing community know how to enjoy and nurture.
Early the next day, action prevailed. Boots were strapped, boats were rigged, and the miracle of lake Garda’s micro climate revealed itself before our eyes. Poseidon had delivered the most perfect sailing conditions known to mankind. As well as the decreasing 20+ knots breeze and sunny blue skies, Hadrien euphorically enjoyed the tempered fresh water of the lake: “it’s like sailing in silk!”, he said. Meanwhile, Mark lead and coached the appreciative fleet from the semi comfort of the RIB, as he passed on the years of hiking and hard earned secrets of Australian sailing.
In the land of Da Vinci, the spaghetti alle vongole following 3hrs of silky sailing is just as miraculous as the last supper itself. Stories of the day were shared and it’s evident that Italian hand gestures are perfectly designed to explain with great details how Roberto swooped in the inside, 3.5 boat length before a bottom mark rounding.
Once more, the bliss of laser sailing is in our hearts, and it becomes clear as the water of the lake that this heaven can only be improved if shared with our Double Bay friends.
The delegation wishes you were here, hopefully soon.
Carpe diem.
