Spring Point Score Races 7 & 8

What a day on the water for the Spring Pointscore Races 7 & 8 last Saturday! The conditions were challenging yet beautiful, with a steady 12-15 knot easterly breeze keeping sailors on their toes with some tricky shifts throughout the afternoon. It was a fantastic turnout with over 45 boats competing, including an impressive fleet of 7 in the 4.7s.

The winners, after handicapping, were as follows:

Race 7:

Standards: Peter D'Arcy-King
Radials: A tie between David Murphy and Michael Morris
4.7s: Zoe Allen

Race 8:
- Standards: Rod Barnes
- Radials: David Murphy
- 4.7s: Charlotte Jenkins

Congratulations to all the winners for their perseverance in such shifty conditions!

A huge thank you to our fantastic volunteers who made the day run smoothly. Our PRO, Kirk Marcolina, was expertly assisted by Paige Caldecoat and Andrew Foote, while our COTD, Daryl Lawrence, and CoCOTD, Isabelle Wilkins, kept everything on track out on the course. Special thanks as well to David Airey and Michael Morris, who helped Shirley and Paul in the canteen.

A Few Reminders

It’s crucial to sign on to the Sailor App before heading out on the water. Unfortunately, 7 sailors missed this step last Saturday, which creates extra work for the race committee. Remember, it's not just a rule – it's a way to ensure everyone’s safety and make life easier for our volunteers!

New Tech on the Water

We’re also excited to share that the committee trialled a new app called Voice Sail Start Timer to manage the starting sequences. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with smoother and clearer starts, so it comes highly recommended for anyone looking to streamline their race management.

Thanks to everyone who came out to sail, volunteer, or cheer on from the shore. Let’s keep this momentum going as we head into the final races of the series!

Photos by Kirk Marcolina and Isabelle Wilkins