Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Dam Bottle Sprints
For those wanting to fine tune there skills for the upcoming provincial champs there will be Dam Bottle sprints on Sunday at 10:30am.
Sunday, December 4, 2011
December Senior Sailing Breeze.
A brief summary of the sailing calendar for the month of December 2011
Sunday 4th December
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (10), (11) & (12) This series is only open to the Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open Class Championships, this will be sailed over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 10t h December
This is the second of the cruiser weekends organized by Marius and Caprice with Rose Hamilton’s help, there will be a briefing at 16.00hr on the Saturday followed by a cruise into the sunset, wind and weather permitting. Make the most of it, especially the full moon.
Bring your snacks and drinks, braai fires will be lit on the shore. Remember all yachts may take part in this event and that this is a camping weekend.
Friday 16th - Sunday 18th December
The KZN Hunter Provincials will be taking place at Midmar, let us see an excellent turn out of Hunters, please remember there are also handicap prizes for the skippers who sail further down the fleet. All club members are welcome to use the club and waters over this regatta, but please do not sail through the course during racing.
Saturday 24th December.
Christmas Hamper Race, Medium distance fun event ending with mince pies and sherry.
Briefing at 12h45 on the veranda, bring your drinks and snacks for afterwards.
This is a fun event make the most of your club facilities and greet your fellow club members over the festive season.
Sunday 25th and Monday 26th December
Relax with friends and family, braai’s, swimming etc. The club will not officially be opened and camping out will not be allowed as the KZN Provincial Championships begin on the 27th December. (The club staff have been given Christmas off and will not have time to clean the premises before the regatta, so please clean up after your day out.)
ENJOY THE FESTIVE SEASON MAY IT PROVE TO BE ONE OF PEACE AND GOODWILL AND FAIRBREEZES FOR 2011.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact Heather Marshal on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours. (or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell . 033 3442182
Last but not least, the holiday season is here, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, the race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
Sunday 4th December
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (10), (11) & (12) This series is only open to the Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open Class Championships, this will be sailed over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 10t h December
This is the second of the cruiser weekends organized by Marius and Caprice with Rose Hamilton’s help, there will be a briefing at 16.00hr on the Saturday followed by a cruise into the sunset, wind and weather permitting. Make the most of it, especially the full moon.
Bring your snacks and drinks, braai fires will be lit on the shore. Remember all yachts may take part in this event and that this is a camping weekend.
Friday 16th - Sunday 18th December
The KZN Hunter Provincials will be taking place at Midmar, let us see an excellent turn out of Hunters, please remember there are also handicap prizes for the skippers who sail further down the fleet. All club members are welcome to use the club and waters over this regatta, but please do not sail through the course during racing.
Saturday 24th December.
Christmas Hamper Race, Medium distance fun event ending with mince pies and sherry.
Briefing at 12h45 on the veranda, bring your drinks and snacks for afterwards.
This is a fun event make the most of your club facilities and greet your fellow club members over the festive season.
Sunday 25th and Monday 26th December
Relax with friends and family, braai’s, swimming etc. The club will not officially be opened and camping out will not be allowed as the KZN Provincial Championships begin on the 27th December. (The club staff have been given Christmas off and will not have time to clean the premises before the regatta, so please clean up after your day out.)
ENJOY THE FESTIVE SEASON MAY IT PROVE TO BE ONE OF PEACE AND GOODWILL AND FAIRBREEZES FOR 2011.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact Heather Marshal on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours. (or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell . 033 3442182
Last but not least, the holiday season is here, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, the race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Rob Bell's report
Where have all the keelers gone?, the Ron Western has always been a well supported long distance race, what do we get, a solitary Soling skippered by Keith Gerson with Nico Jacobs and Nick Smart as crew, the evergreen Rob Tarboton on his Extra and a number of youngsters on their Laser and Tera’s.
Roy Shooter and his very capable all lady bridge crew, started the race on time into a steady North Westerly and set a course which led the fleet to Ashely , Thurlow and then to Orient with a final leg home around number one to the finish at the jetty with the Soling just ahead of the Extra. It was a great day for sailing and the youngsters really enjoyed themselves, it is a pity that more members did not pitch. Thanks to Roy, Margaret and her sister from Canada for running the event, once again where is the support for their effort and that includes me. Rob Bell
Well the terras suprised us all coming inwell ahead on handicap.I even had a look on level skipper handicaps and they still won the day.Terras for 9 hour??? Good rating they have!!Well done to Sam Lombard a big trophy awaits!!Yep we need to get more support from the keelers!!
Next up GD series .The last before Hunter Provincials!!
Roy Shooter and his very capable all lady bridge crew, started the race on time into a steady North Westerly and set a course which led the fleet to Ashely , Thurlow and then to Orient with a final leg home around number one to the finish at the jetty with the Soling just ahead of the Extra. It was a great day for sailing and the youngsters really enjoyed themselves, it is a pity that more members did not pitch. Thanks to Roy, Margaret and her sister from Canada for running the event, once again where is the support for their effort and that includes me. Rob Bell
Well the terras suprised us all coming inwell ahead on handicap.I even had a look on level skipper handicaps and they still won the day.Terras for 9 hour??? Good rating they have!!Well done to Sam Lombard a big trophy awaits!!Yep we need to get more support from the keelers!!
Next up GD series .The last before Hunter Provincials!!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Event #4 of the HYC Club Championship Series- Sunday, 4 December
Event #4 of the HMYC Club Championship Series of 8 events gets under way this Sunday, 4 December.
Forming part of the series is the popular Hunter Class category where competition for the George Duffin Trophy ( scratch) and Hunter Trophy (handicap) is fierce..... as was shown during the first three events.
ONE event before Hunter Provincials. GET THOSE PROV ENTRIES IN !!!!!
Your scribe noted that certain members (who will remain nameless) of the Class had resorted to personal trainers, gym sessions and the like to ‘up their game’!!!!! And it appears to be paying dividends if their performance in November’s event is anything to go by!! OR was that effort just a flash in the pan???????
To all Hunter sailors and crew, let’s have a bumper season of sailing at HMYC this season. The competition fleet ( Gold and Silver) promises to be of good numbers with competitive crews sharpening their skills for the KZN Hunter Provs in December 2011 and the Hunter Nationals at HMYC in March 2012. Top sailing right on your doorstep!!!!!
HMYC Club Champs series events usually begin with Briefing at 10h15, followed by 3 races on each day of racing, course and marks determined by the Race Officer on duty.
DIARISE these dates and make a commitment to participate. ONE SUNDAY A MONTH.
Get other crews on the water. There are still too many Hunters at HMYC not being sailed!!!!
HUNTER PROVINCIALS – Friday 16 to Sunday 18 December; #5 – 8 January 2012; #6 – 5 February;#7 – 4 March; HUNTER NATIONALS -HMYC– Saturday 17 to Wednesday 21 December(tbc); #8 – 1 April.
See you on the water on Sunday !!!!!
Forming part of the series is the popular Hunter Class category where competition for the George Duffin Trophy ( scratch) and Hunter Trophy (handicap) is fierce..... as was shown during the first three events.
ONE event before Hunter Provincials. GET THOSE PROV ENTRIES IN !!!!!
Your scribe noted that certain members (who will remain nameless) of the Class had resorted to personal trainers, gym sessions and the like to ‘up their game’!!!!! And it appears to be paying dividends if their performance in November’s event is anything to go by!! OR was that effort just a flash in the pan???????
To all Hunter sailors and crew, let’s have a bumper season of sailing at HMYC this season. The competition fleet ( Gold and Silver) promises to be of good numbers with competitive crews sharpening their skills for the KZN Hunter Provs in December 2011 and the Hunter Nationals at HMYC in March 2012. Top sailing right on your doorstep!!!!!
HMYC Club Champs series events usually begin with Briefing at 10h15, followed by 3 races on each day of racing, course and marks determined by the Race Officer on duty.
DIARISE these dates and make a commitment to participate. ONE SUNDAY A MONTH.
Get other crews on the water. There are still too many Hunters at HMYC not being sailed!!!!
HUNTER PROVINCIALS – Friday 16 to Sunday 18 December; #5 – 8 January 2012; #6 – 5 February;#7 – 4 March; HUNTER NATIONALS -HMYC– Saturday 17 to Wednesday 21 December(tbc); #8 – 1 April.
See you on the water on Sunday !!!!!
Sunday, November 13, 2011
MASTHEAD # 4 – November 2011
Bank Protection
Bank protection: a big thank you must go to Rob Bell, Peter Goble, Duncan Houston and Struan MacGregor for their considerable efforts with the stabilization of the eroding car park bank. This work is now 95% complete, and soon we’ll be able to once again enjoy the open areas under the trees and the thatched shelters at the front of the car park.
Safety Equipment
News from SAS is that we can expect to be visited from time to time by the Water Police. This means that they will be checking all boats for compliance with the National Small Vessel Safety Regulations. All vessels over 7m in length must note the additional safety equipment which they are required to carry. Details of this equipment can be found in the Regulations which are available on the SAMSA website – www.samsa.org.za.
Club Secretary
If you know of anyone who would like to step into the breach and become the HMYC Club Secretary for this season, please can you contact Rob Tarboton? The duties include taking and writing up minutes of Committee meetings – these are held once a month – and dealing with general correspondence.
Boat Parking
The large gantry which is in the car park will soon be moved to the grassed area next to the University boat shed. This will give us some more boat parking bays for Club members, and will also mean that boats which are being worked on will all be in the same area of the car park.
Sailing
Sailing-wise we’ve had a couple of regattas at the Club recently – one was the SAS KZN Youth Provincials which had an entry of 39 boats. It was good to see Juniors at the Club, and by all accounts the regatta was enjoyed by the participants. We also had the Rose Bowl mini regatta recently at the Club, and the reason for mentioning this one is because there were more dinghies sailing than keelboats!!
Don’t forget the SAS KZN Provincial Championships Regatta which will be held at HMYC from the 27th to the 30th of December this year. It will incorporate the National Champs for the Sprog and Halcat classes, and will be the KZN Provincial Champs for the Finn, Laser and Mirror classes. If you want to camp at HMYC for this regatta you should please book with Heather as soon as possible as we can only accommodate 60 people camping at the Club, and those who book first will be assured of a campsite ….
Camping
Your Club has been granted a concession by Ezemvelo Wildlife to allow camping in the club grounds only for organized events such as regattas and organized camping weekends. As this concession is important to the Club and its members, members are requested to abide by this and not camp in the club grounds outside of approved organized events.
It should also be noted that the Department of Water Affairs does not permit overnighting on any craft on Midmar, as this Dam is a major source of public water supply, and there are no facilities for the safe disposal of effluent at Midmar.
General
Thanks go to Hes Hamilton for organizing the repair to the Clubhouse roof – this has been fixed for leaks and should be a lot better now.
If you know of the whereabouts of the padlock for the back door of the ladies toilets, please can you either put it back on the door or advise Heather .Marshal where the padlock can be found.
One of our members – Colin Cooper – is looking for a Laser or similar type boat to buy. If you have a Laser for sale, you can contact Colin on 083 264 6393.
Friday, November 11, 2011
This last weekend sailing
Very pleasant days sailing .Wind blowing at about 10 knots initially east and then going SE in the afternoonThe conditions were very shifty with 20 deg shifts taking place at times..Georg and Clive were out early setting a windward leeward course of 2 laps each time.
Nice turnout of boats 7 Hunters,1 Beneteau first,1 Extra,1 Laser,and a L20.also Dynamite with Anton and Vaughn joining in the 2nd race.
The Hunters are getting more and more competitive with the interest shown from top skippers and crews in natal region.It shows by mere seconds seperating boats on the finish making hard work for bridge officers.
First race started at 11 sharp.Essex girl got away nicely at the start followed hotly by Hybrid and Bad news.An error on the run let Hybrid through and then Bad news took Essex by a mere second on the finish.
2nd race :The Ap was put up as the wind had clocked round to curry bay.The new course was set and away we went again.Essex had another great start and was nicely ahead at the top can .Followed behind by Hybrid and then Bad news.And this is how they finished up.
Last race saw Hybrid ahead at the top can ,Unfortunately Hybrid had a poor spin hoist and Essex gybed in behind them getting ahead.A great tussle continued with a reaching match down the one side of course then a slick inside gybe by Hybrid put pressure on Essex .However Essex kept their nerve and protecting the left got the inside advantage at the can.Essex just got Hybrid at the end .
Mark Patrick and Andy showing excellent pace in their new boat and well up in top half of fleet now!
So Georg Duffins shows Rob and Gregg on top with an excellent come back from last month ,leading by 2 points.2nd is shared by Paul and Tim with Luke and Byron on Bad news both on 18 points.Unfortunately Odin with Hank back did not pitch so they are now 4th.(Hope to see them back next month!!)The Hunter trophy on handicap odly is the same.
Silver Fleet is now seeing Mark Hultzer on top.
The Monthly Mug on boat and skipper handicap actually saw Pete Dommet take it on his laser ;so well done Pete.
Nice turnout of boats 7 Hunters,1 Beneteau first,1 Extra,1 Laser,and a L20.also Dynamite with Anton and Vaughn joining in the 2nd race.
The Hunters are getting more and more competitive with the interest shown from top skippers and crews in natal region.It shows by mere seconds seperating boats on the finish making hard work for bridge officers.
First race started at 11 sharp.Essex girl got away nicely at the start followed hotly by Hybrid and Bad news.An error on the run let Hybrid through and then Bad news took Essex by a mere second on the finish.
2nd race :The Ap was put up as the wind had clocked round to curry bay.The new course was set and away we went again.Essex had another great start and was nicely ahead at the top can .Followed behind by Hybrid and then Bad news.And this is how they finished up.
Last race saw Hybrid ahead at the top can ,Unfortunately Hybrid had a poor spin hoist and Essex gybed in behind them getting ahead.A great tussle continued with a reaching match down the one side of course then a slick inside gybe by Hybrid put pressure on Essex .However Essex kept their nerve and protecting the left got the inside advantage at the can.Essex just got Hybrid at the end .
Mark Patrick and Andy showing excellent pace in their new boat and well up in top half of fleet now!
So Georg Duffins shows Rob and Gregg on top with an excellent come back from last month ,leading by 2 points.2nd is shared by Paul and Tim with Luke and Byron on Bad news both on 18 points.Unfortunately Odin with Hank back did not pitch so they are now 4th.(Hope to see them back next month!!)The Hunter trophy on handicap odly is the same.
Silver Fleet is now seeing Mark Hultzer on top.
The Monthly Mug on boat and skipper handicap actually saw Pete Dommet take it on his laser ;so well done Pete.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
November Senior Sailing Breeze.
Sunday 5th November
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (7), (8) & (9) This series is only open to the Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open Class Championships, this will be sailed over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 12t h / Sunday 13th November.
This is the first of the cruiser weekends organized by Marius and Caprice, there will be a briefing at 14h15 on the Saturday followed by a medium distance race ending with a braai on the foreshore. Sunday’s Long Distance Cruise around the lake, is scheduled for a 11h00 start. Cruisers you have been asking for this type of event for a number of years make the most of it, especially the fuller than normal moon. Remember all yachts may take part in this event and that this is a camping weekend.
Saturday 19th November
Partington Plate Series, Race (3). This will be the third of five (5) medium to long distance races, depending on the wind strengths and direction, which take place over a period of six months during the sailing season. The series are open to all classes of yachts and catamarans, results being based on skipper and boat handicaps. Briefing will be at 13h15…..sharp . There will be a fleet start from between a start mark and the jetty. The course will follow designated fixed marks. Enjoy a social drink in the pub after the race.
Sunday 27th November
Ron Western Marathon (20 Miler), This ultra distance event is open to all classes of yachts and catamarans and results will be based on boat handicap. Briefing will take place at 10h15…sharp. Further details will be given in the Sailing Instructions available on the day. Camping will be allowed, please make sure you book ahead of time.
This is a fun event make the most of your club facilities and spend your weekend at the club.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites
must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact Heather Marshal
on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours.
(or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell . 033 3442182
Last but not least, the warmer weather is here, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, the race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
Monday, October 31, 2011
HMYC Hunter Class 2010/2011 - Sunday 5 February
ONLY TWO CLUB CHAMPS EVENTS BEFORE HUNTER NATIONALS AT HMYC IN MARCH.
Event #6 of the HMYC Club Championship Series of 8 events gets under way this Sunday, 5 February. Forming part of the series is the popular Hunter Class category where competition for the George Duffin Trophy ( scratch) and Hunter Trophy (handicap) remains fierce.
To all Hunter sailors and crew, let’s get out on the water and make a commitment to be part of the Nationals in two months time.
The REG BEAVITT MEMORIAL TROPHY MUST STAY AT HOME!!!
The competition fleet ( Gold and Silver) promises to be of good numbers with competitive crews sharpening their skills for the Hunter Nationals at HMYC in March. Top sailing right on your doorstep!!!!!
HMYC Club Champs series events usually begin with Briefing at 10h15, followed by 3 races on each day of racing, course and marks determined by the Race Officer on duty.
DIARISE these dates and make a commitment to participate. ONE SUNDAY A MONTH.
Get other crews on the water. There are still too many Hunters at HMYC not being sailed!!!!
Dates to diarise: HMYC 9 HOUR - Saturday 25 February; Club Champs #7 – 4 March; HUNTER NATIONALS -HMYC– Saturday 17 to Wednesday 21 March(tbc); #8 – 1 April.
See you on the water on Sunday !!!!!
Event #6 of the HMYC Club Championship Series of 8 events gets under way this Sunday, 5 February. Forming part of the series is the popular Hunter Class category where competition for the George Duffin Trophy ( scratch) and Hunter Trophy (handicap) remains fierce.
To all Hunter sailors and crew, let’s get out on the water and make a commitment to be part of the Nationals in two months time.
The REG BEAVITT MEMORIAL TROPHY MUST STAY AT HOME!!!
The competition fleet ( Gold and Silver) promises to be of good numbers with competitive crews sharpening their skills for the Hunter Nationals at HMYC in March. Top sailing right on your doorstep!!!!!
HMYC Club Champs series events usually begin with Briefing at 10h15, followed by 3 races on each day of racing, course and marks determined by the Race Officer on duty.
DIARISE these dates and make a commitment to participate. ONE SUNDAY A MONTH.
Get other crews on the water. There are still too many Hunters at HMYC not being sailed!!!!
Dates to diarise: HMYC 9 HOUR - Saturday 25 February; Club Champs #7 – 4 March; HUNTER NATIONALS -HMYC– Saturday 17 to Wednesday 21 March(tbc); #8 – 1 April.
See you on the water on Sunday !!!!!
Sunday, October 9, 2011
KZN Youth Provincial Championships
The SAS KZN Youth Provincial Championships Regatta was sailed at Henley-Midmar Yacht Club from 7 to 9 October 2011 with 40 boats taking part. A total of 7 races were sailed in generally light to moderate winds. Both the RS Tera and Optimist Classes qualified for Provincial Championships status. There were several sailors participating from Gauteng and the Cape.
All the results can be found on our results section of the www.HMYC.org.za website. Or simply click on this link: http://www.hmyc.org.za/results/2011-12/hmycresults2011_12.html
All the results can be found on our results section of the www.HMYC.org.za website. Or simply click on this link: http://www.hmyc.org.za/results/2011-12/hmycresults2011_12.html
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
October Monthly Mug and George Duffin
A very chilly day out.An unusual westerly of about 8knots gusting to 15 odd was the wind.Once again all the usuals out .Mark Patrick out on his new boat with son showing some good speed ;especially in the last race.Also good to see Mark Hulzer out with his son.(some possible juniors in the making for the club!!!)
Andy and Hank set a windward leeward course from 5 to 2 initially and then shortening it to centre as the wind seemed to die but landed up settling after all.
1st race saw Essex girl on the start line without a skipper !But luckily crew managed a reasonable first beat to still be relatively close to the top boats ,then halfway down the run skipper joined up again.Odin having a great first beat got the bullet as the dying wind forced race O 's to shorten.Bad news nearly lost her second spot as saw the shortened course too late but hung in there .Essex just ahead of Hybrid.
2nd race saw bad news get away doing well out of the left of the course.(stuck to their guns and did well out of it where others thought they were done for!),followed by Essex girl ,Hybrid and Odin.
3rd race Essex had a terrible start crossing the line last. Kevin in Flirt went right and got an excellent lift to the can but unfortunately the wind got fluky up there and this caused the rest to catch up .(But at one stage we all thought he would walk it!!)Essex had a lucky lift onto the can from the left thus getting her into second spot behind Bad news.
Unfortunately Hybrid having a bad day at the office have dropped off the 1st place to joint second with Odin then Essex.So Bad news 9 ;Odin and Hybrid 11 and Essex on 13.Thus things really hotting up only 2 points between each boat!!All to race for now.
Silver fleet has Mark Hulzer on the charge now if Louis misses again then Mark will lead that section.
Bad news with Supercrew Macmillan on board won the monthly mug as well so well sailed.!!(Sorry still got van as crew)
Welll done all also to the dingies that came out.Good to see!!
Results are on the website
Andy and Hank set a windward leeward course from 5 to 2 initially and then shortening it to centre as the wind seemed to die but landed up settling after all.
1st race saw Essex girl on the start line without a skipper !But luckily crew managed a reasonable first beat to still be relatively close to the top boats ,then halfway down the run skipper joined up again.Odin having a great first beat got the bullet as the dying wind forced race O 's to shorten.Bad news nearly lost her second spot as saw the shortened course too late but hung in there .Essex just ahead of Hybrid.
2nd race saw bad news get away doing well out of the left of the course.(stuck to their guns and did well out of it where others thought they were done for!),followed by Essex girl ,Hybrid and Odin.
3rd race Essex had a terrible start crossing the line last. Kevin in Flirt went right and got an excellent lift to the can but unfortunately the wind got fluky up there and this caused the rest to catch up .(But at one stage we all thought he would walk it!!)Essex had a lucky lift onto the can from the left thus getting her into second spot behind Bad news.
Unfortunately Hybrid having a bad day at the office have dropped off the 1st place to joint second with Odin then Essex.So Bad news 9 ;Odin and Hybrid 11 and Essex on 13.Thus things really hotting up only 2 points between each boat!!All to race for now.
Silver fleet has Mark Hulzer on the charge now if Louis misses again then Mark will lead that section.
Bad news with Supercrew Macmillan on board won the monthly mug as well so well sailed.!!(Sorry still got van as crew)
Welll done all also to the dingies that came out.Good to see!!
Results are on the website
Monday, October 3, 2011
MASTHEAD NUMBER 3 : 2011/12
Firstly, a note from your Vice President:
It is with regret that I must inform all HMYC members that Mr Richard Solomon has for
personal reasons due to business pressures, requested to be relieved of his position as
Commodore with immediate effect. As a committee we have regretfully accepted his
resignation. We do wish Richard and Mary well in the future and thank them for the
contribution they have made to the running and management of HMYC of recent past.
In order to effect immediate continuity of club management the committee has requested Mr
Rob Tarboton to act as Commodore for the remainder of the year and he has kindly agreed,
however we do need to assist wherever possible.
In the circumstances I must appeal to all to consider where possible to assist him and the
rest of the Committee in the running of the club as often the burden becomes too much for
one to shoulder and balance with personal business pressures.
Yours at Midmar
Robin McIntosh
The Opening Cruise has been and gone and this means that the 2011/2012 sailing season
has started. We’ve already had our first mini regatta – the Azalea Cup with 14 entries, and
good winds which were enjoyed by all the sailors - and there have also been some junior
sailors at the Club as we hosted a Grand Prix at the same time. The next big regatta to be
held at the Club is the SAS KZN Youth Provincials, and this will be on the 7/8/9 October.
From the Rear Commodore House:
Clarity on the camping issue in our Club grounds has been obtained from Ezemvelo Wildlife.
In a nutshell, camping is allowed for members and their families on organized Regatta
weekends and Club social weekends which are marked as such on the Sailing Calendar.
Permission is also granted for Regatta entrants to camp in the Club grounds. The full HMYC
Camping Rules and Regulations are posted on the webpage and are available in the Club
House. It is recommended that you take a little time to read them.
Booking for camping at the Club is essential and must be made well in advance. Camping
charges are in line with the Ezemvelo rates, which are in effect from 1st November to 31st
October each year. Please check the charges with Heather on booking, as you should pay
when you book.
We hope this allows everyone to enjoy our wonderful facilities to the full for the current
Sailing Season
Best wishes and fair winds for the coming year
Jenny Kilshaw
Don’t forget the Club weekend away up at Giant’s Castle on the 29th and 30th October. It
should be a fun weekend, and if you want to just chill out and do nothing you will be able to,
or if you feel energetic you can go for walks. If you want to book a campsite, you can do this
through Rob Bell – 073 961 8006 or if you want to book a chalet this must be done through
Ezemvelo wildlife at QE Park.
Here are some more ‘Frequently Asked Questions’, which should have the answers to more
of your queries:
Question: When is the galley open?
Answer: On race days, when racing starts at 10h30, the galley will be open from 09h00 to
17h00. On race days, when racing starts at 13h30, the galley will be open from 10h30 to
17h00. On regatta days, the galley will be open earlier in the morning and close later in the
evening.
Question: I’d like to hire the Club Hall, How do I do this?
Answer: Heather, the Club Administrator manages the bookings of the Club Hall. The hall
hire form is available on the HMYC web site.
Question: I want to camp at the Club. How do I go about this?
Answer: You can download a camping form from the HMYC web site. You should also
phone Heather on 083 312 7707 or e-Mail - hmyc@mweb.co.za , and she will book you a
campsite. You must pay when you book, by EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer = Internet
Banking) and Heather will give you the Club’s banking details.
Question: Where can I put my boat while I’m working on it?
Answer: For those doing repairs to their boats, there are some bays near the gantry which
have been set aside for this. If you intend to clean or spray paint your boat, please use the
grassed area at the end of the car park for this purpose.
Question: I only want to do social sailing. Does the Club have anything organized?
Answer: Contact Caprice or Marius van Vuuren – vanvuurenm@sias.co.za or 083 600 4217
– they are organizing the social sailing side of the Club.
Question: I want to go to the Club this weekend, will the Clubhouse be open?
Answer: The Clubhouse is open on Club sailing days. On non-sailing days it is normally
locked. However, you can access the toilets using a key which you can buy from Heather -
the Club Administrator.
Question: Who’s boat is that which is on my mooring?
Answer: There is a list of Club members, together with their contact details and boat
type/boat name on the front door of the Clubhouse, so you can find out the particulars of the
owner of the boat using this list.
Question: When is Heather – the Club Administrator – at the Club?
Answer: Heather is at the Club on a Tuesday and Friday morning from 09h00 to 13h00, and
she’s also there on a Saturday or Sunday if there is Club sailing on that day – again from
09h00 to 13h00. On a non-sailing weekend she’s at the Club on a Saturday.
Question: What size boat can I bring up to the Club?
Answer: The MAXIMUM length for any boat which we can accommodate at Midmar is 27
feet, and the MAXIMUM weight of any boat is 2,8tonnes. Any boats heavier than this can’t
be launched into the dam using either the Club or the Ezemvelo Wildlife slipways as these
slipways weren’t designed to take this weight. Any keelboats longer than this length will be a
hazard to other boats when they are on a mooring.
It is with regret that I must inform all HMYC members that Mr Richard Solomon has for
personal reasons due to business pressures, requested to be relieved of his position as
Commodore with immediate effect. As a committee we have regretfully accepted his
resignation. We do wish Richard and Mary well in the future and thank them for the
contribution they have made to the running and management of HMYC of recent past.
In order to effect immediate continuity of club management the committee has requested Mr
Rob Tarboton to act as Commodore for the remainder of the year and he has kindly agreed,
however we do need to assist wherever possible.
In the circumstances I must appeal to all to consider where possible to assist him and the
rest of the Committee in the running of the club as often the burden becomes too much for
one to shoulder and balance with personal business pressures.
Yours at Midmar
Robin McIntosh
The Opening Cruise has been and gone and this means that the 2011/2012 sailing season
has started. We’ve already had our first mini regatta – the Azalea Cup with 14 entries, and
good winds which were enjoyed by all the sailors - and there have also been some junior
sailors at the Club as we hosted a Grand Prix at the same time. The next big regatta to be
held at the Club is the SAS KZN Youth Provincials, and this will be on the 7/8/9 October.
From the Rear Commodore House:
Clarity on the camping issue in our Club grounds has been obtained from Ezemvelo Wildlife.
In a nutshell, camping is allowed for members and their families on organized Regatta
weekends and Club social weekends which are marked as such on the Sailing Calendar.
Permission is also granted for Regatta entrants to camp in the Club grounds. The full HMYC
Camping Rules and Regulations are posted on the webpage and are available in the Club
House. It is recommended that you take a little time to read them.
Booking for camping at the Club is essential and must be made well in advance. Camping
charges are in line with the Ezemvelo rates, which are in effect from 1st November to 31st
October each year. Please check the charges with Heather on booking, as you should pay
when you book.
We hope this allows everyone to enjoy our wonderful facilities to the full for the current
Sailing Season
Best wishes and fair winds for the coming year
Jenny Kilshaw
Don’t forget the Club weekend away up at Giant’s Castle on the 29th and 30th October. It
should be a fun weekend, and if you want to just chill out and do nothing you will be able to,
or if you feel energetic you can go for walks. If you want to book a campsite, you can do this
through Rob Bell – 073 961 8006 or if you want to book a chalet this must be done through
Ezemvelo wildlife at QE Park.
Here are some more ‘Frequently Asked Questions’, which should have the answers to more
of your queries:
Question: When is the galley open?
Answer: On race days, when racing starts at 10h30, the galley will be open from 09h00 to
17h00. On race days, when racing starts at 13h30, the galley will be open from 10h30 to
17h00. On regatta days, the galley will be open earlier in the morning and close later in the
evening.
Question: I’d like to hire the Club Hall, How do I do this?
Answer: Heather, the Club Administrator manages the bookings of the Club Hall. The hall
hire form is available on the HMYC web site.
Question: I want to camp at the Club. How do I go about this?
Answer: You can download a camping form from the HMYC web site. You should also
phone Heather on 083 312 7707 or e-Mail - hmyc@mweb.co.za , and she will book you a
campsite. You must pay when you book, by EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer = Internet
Banking) and Heather will give you the Club’s banking details.
Question: Where can I put my boat while I’m working on it?
Answer: For those doing repairs to their boats, there are some bays near the gantry which
have been set aside for this. If you intend to clean or spray paint your boat, please use the
grassed area at the end of the car park for this purpose.
Question: I only want to do social sailing. Does the Club have anything organized?
Answer: Contact Caprice or Marius van Vuuren – vanvuurenm@sias.co.za or 083 600 4217
– they are organizing the social sailing side of the Club.
Question: I want to go to the Club this weekend, will the Clubhouse be open?
Answer: The Clubhouse is open on Club sailing days. On non-sailing days it is normally
locked. However, you can access the toilets using a key which you can buy from Heather -
the Club Administrator.
Question: Who’s boat is that which is on my mooring?
Answer: There is a list of Club members, together with their contact details and boat
type/boat name on the front door of the Clubhouse, so you can find out the particulars of the
owner of the boat using this list.
Question: When is Heather – the Club Administrator – at the Club?
Answer: Heather is at the Club on a Tuesday and Friday morning from 09h00 to 13h00, and
she’s also there on a Saturday or Sunday if there is Club sailing on that day – again from
09h00 to 13h00. On a non-sailing weekend she’s at the Club on a Saturday.
Question: What size boat can I bring up to the Club?
Answer: The MAXIMUM length for any boat which we can accommodate at Midmar is 27
feet, and the MAXIMUM weight of any boat is 2,8tonnes. Any boats heavier than this can’t
be launched into the dam using either the Club or the Ezemvelo Wildlife slipways as these
slipways weren’t designed to take this weight. Any keelboats longer than this length will be a
hazard to other boats when they are on a mooring.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
HMYC Hunter Class 2010/2011 - Sunday 2 October
Event #2 of the HMYC Club Championship Series of 8 events gets under way this Sunday, 2 October. Forming part of the series is the popular Hunter Class category where competition for the George Duffin Trophy ( scratch) and Hunter Trophy (handicap) is fierce..... as was shown at Event #1.
To all Hunter sailors and crew, let’s have a bumper season of sailing at HMYC this season. The competition fleet ( Gold and Silver) promises to be of good numbers with competitive crews sharpening their skills for the KZN Hunter Provs in December 2011 and the Hunter Nationals at HMYC in March 2012. Top sailing right on your doorstep!!!!!
HMYC Club Champs series events usually begin with Briefing at 10h15, followed by 3 races on each day of racing, course and marks determined by the Race Officer on duty.
DIARISE these dates and make a commitment to participate. ONE SUNDAY A MONTH.
Get other crews on the water. There are still too many Hunters at HMYC not being sailed!!!!
Event #3 – 6 November; #4 – 4 December; HUNTER PROVINCIALS – Friday 16 to Sunday 18 December(tbc); #5 – 8 January 2012; #6 – 5 February;#7 – 4 March; HUNTER NATIONALS -HMYC– Saturday 17 to Wednesday 21 December(tbc); #8 – 1 April.
See you on the water on Sunday !!!!!
To all Hunter sailors and crew, let’s have a bumper season of sailing at HMYC this season. The competition fleet ( Gold and Silver) promises to be of good numbers with competitive crews sharpening their skills for the KZN Hunter Provs in December 2011 and the Hunter Nationals at HMYC in March 2012. Top sailing right on your doorstep!!!!!
HMYC Club Champs series events usually begin with Briefing at 10h15, followed by 3 races on each day of racing, course and marks determined by the Race Officer on duty.
DIARISE these dates and make a commitment to participate. ONE SUNDAY A MONTH.
Get other crews on the water. There are still too many Hunters at HMYC not being sailed!!!!
Event #3 – 6 November; #4 – 4 December; HUNTER PROVINCIALS – Friday 16 to Sunday 18 December(tbc); #5 – 8 January 2012; #6 – 5 February;#7 – 4 March; HUNTER NATIONALS -HMYC– Saturday 17 to Wednesday 21 December(tbc); #8 – 1 April.
See you on the water on Sunday !!!!!
RADIO YACHTING - MORE TO IT THAN MEETS THE EYE
AUGUST 2011
Unfortunately two Saturday afternoon 36” Shipmate Class League races during July and August did not take place but the IOM and 36” Shipmate Provincials did. At the end of August the 36 League positions were very close with Martin Stephens and Des Fairbank tied on 22 points followed by Joe Robbertse on 31 and Keith Gerson on 35. Peter Simons and Alex Gracie are also tied on 43 points in 5th place.
The IOM Provincial Championship was sailed on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July 2011. Unfortunately no one from the Cape managed to attend but there were entrants from the FreeState and Gauteng making up an entry of 16 boats. The conditions on Saturday were ideal top suit sailing conditions allowing OOD Dave Rushton to get in 12 races in the afternoon. Sunday was very light and variable make it difficult to keep the races going and one race was abandoned when all the boats drifted backwards. Dave still managed to get in 7 races giving a total of 19 races. Des Fairbank managed to defend the trophy once again. Top places were Des 41, Gerhard Ras 58, John McKerchar 78 (Both from Gauteng) Peter Simons 82 and Joe Robbertse 108.
Des Thanking OOD Dave The IOM Competitors
The 36” Shipmate Provincials was sailed on Sunday 21 August and attracted 11 entries. Conditions were ideal for this very competitive one design class and the regatta was only won on the last of 15 races. Peter Simons retained the Trophy with 21 points followed by Des Fairbank on 23. 3rd was Norrie Taylor on 44 beating Joe Robbertse on a count out.
We have both new and second hand 36” Shipmates available if anyone is interested. For further particulars please contact Des Fairbank on 0741802824 or 033 3472385.
Peter Simons with the 36” Shipmate Trophy
Barry Loubser and Des Fairbank competed in the IOM World Championship held at West Kirby in July and the lack of regular competition sailing became apparent in what was an extremely competitive field of 78. Des found himself sailing in “C” fleet with past world champions making it extremely difficult to get promoted.
A typical start at the worlds
Unfortunately two Saturday afternoon 36” Shipmate Class League races during July and August did not take place but the IOM and 36” Shipmate Provincials did. At the end of August the 36 League positions were very close with Martin Stephens and Des Fairbank tied on 22 points followed by Joe Robbertse on 31 and Keith Gerson on 35. Peter Simons and Alex Gracie are also tied on 43 points in 5th place.
The IOM Provincial Championship was sailed on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July 2011. Unfortunately no one from the Cape managed to attend but there were entrants from the FreeState and Gauteng making up an entry of 16 boats. The conditions on Saturday were ideal top suit sailing conditions allowing OOD Dave Rushton to get in 12 races in the afternoon. Sunday was very light and variable make it difficult to keep the races going and one race was abandoned when all the boats drifted backwards. Dave still managed to get in 7 races giving a total of 19 races. Des Fairbank managed to defend the trophy once again. Top places were Des 41, Gerhard Ras 58, John McKerchar 78 (Both from Gauteng) Peter Simons 82 and Joe Robbertse 108.
Des Thanking OOD Dave The IOM Competitors
The 36” Shipmate Provincials was sailed on Sunday 21 August and attracted 11 entries. Conditions were ideal for this very competitive one design class and the regatta was only won on the last of 15 races. Peter Simons retained the Trophy with 21 points followed by Des Fairbank on 23. 3rd was Norrie Taylor on 44 beating Joe Robbertse on a count out.
We have both new and second hand 36” Shipmates available if anyone is interested. For further particulars please contact Des Fairbank on 0741802824 or 033 3472385.
Peter Simons with the 36” Shipmate Trophy Barry Loubser and Des Fairbank competed in the IOM World Championship held at West Kirby in July and the lack of regular competition sailing became apparent in what was an extremely competitive field of 78. Des found himself sailing in “C” fleet with past world champions making it extremely difficult to get promoted.
A typical start at the worlds
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Partington Plate Results
The first of the Partington Plate events saw a sunny Saturday afternoon with a wind switch from the NW to the NE just before the start of the race, therefore the course that Race Officer Roy Shooter had set S,6,5,C,4,2,1, F started and finished on a run, This actually proved to be the better course because with the wind picking up strength behind them, by the time the three PYC lLasers, Rob’s Extra and Alan Barr’s Dart had round No(6) they were really starting to move. The two Hunters, Mark Hulzer’s recently launched boat with spanking new sails, shining in the sunlight and Tim Kerry and his daughter not to far behind.. The race continued in an ever increasing wind, which saw Alan approaching the finish but for some reason only known to themselves the Dart and one of the Lasers sailed on through the outer moorings, leaving an exciting photofinish between the remaining Lasers and the Extra, at first it looked like Andrew Walford would be the first to cross the line, but he ran into a dead patch just off the jetty and Rob Tarboton slipped in followed by Campbell Alexander, Mark’s Hunter came in two minutes later followed by Tim and his daughter, Everybody enjoyed their race, even those who went astray. Thanks goes to Roy Shooter ably assisted by his wife Margaret for running the event and giving us an entertaining afternoon.
Results:
Extra Sail No 894 Time 1:15 31 Rob Tarboton
Laser Sail No 184813 Time 1:15:32 Campbell Alexander
Laser Sail No 160030 Time 1:15:33 Andrew Walford
Hunter Sail No 295 Time 1:18:15 Mark Hulzere.
Hunter Sail No 222 Time 1 20 13 Tim Kerry.
Gone Astray:
Dart 4961 DNF ala Barr
Laser 160138 DNF Debbie Cox.
Regards Rob Bell.
Results:
Extra Sail No 894 Time 1:15 31 Rob Tarboton
Laser Sail No 184813 Time 1:15:32 Campbell Alexander
Laser Sail No 160030 Time 1:15:33 Andrew Walford
Hunter Sail No 295 Time 1:18:15 Mark Hulzere.
Hunter Sail No 222 Time 1 20 13 Tim Kerry.
Gone Astray:
Dart 4961 DNF ala Barr
Laser 160138 DNF Debbie Cox.
Regards Rob Bell.
Senior Sailing Breeze - 5th September 2011.
A brief summary of the sailing calendar for the month of October 2011
Please also note that the Hunter KZN champs Notice of Regatta can now be downloaded at www.hunterclass.com
Sunday 2nd October
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (4), (5) & (6) This series is only open to the Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open Class Championships, this will be sailed over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Sunday 2nd/Wednesday 5th October
There will be a KZN/Midmar Youth Dinghy Training Session at the club. Parents this is an opportunity to introduce your youngsters to sailing in dinghies under the guidance of a number of top youth sailing trainers. Please contact Rob Tarboton for further information.
Saturday 8t h / Sunday 9th October.
There will be no official club sailing due to the SAS KZN Youth Provincials taking place at the club from the 7th to the 9th of October, but members may still use the club facilities and cruise up to the far reaches of Midmar, but please remember to keep clear of the actual racing area. Those who are willing to help during the regatta please give me a call.
Saturday 15th October
Partington Plate Series, Race (2). This will be the second of five (5) medium to long distance races, depending on the wind strengths and direction, which take place over a period of six months during the sailing season. The series are open to all classes of yachts and catamarans, results being based on skipper and boat handicaps. Briefing will be at 13h15…..sharp . There will be a fleet start from between a start mark and the jetty. The course will follow designated fixed marks. Enjoy a social drink in the pub after the race.
Saturday 22nd / Sunday 23rd October
Rose Bowl Mini Regatta, This regatta is open to all classes of yachts and catamarans and results will be based on boat handicap. It is the race committee’s intention to run six (6) races over the two days around layed marks. Briefing will take place at 12h15…sharp on the Saturday. Further details will be given in the Sailing Instructions available on the day. Camping will be allowed, please make sure you book ahead of time.
It is also the attention of the social committee to have a "roast on the spit" but this depends on paid up bookings, there will be more information regarding this in the next Masthead.
Saturday 29th / Sunday 30th October
Fun weekend at Giants Castle, the club tried this at Injusuti a number of years ago and we had a great weekend, cricket , ambling up the mountain paths, birding, bathing in the river pools for the hardy, campfire at night and generally doing as you please.
Our old friend Matt Jackson has set aside the campsite for our exclusive use (approximately forty campers with a bit of ablution sharing). Those who wish a bit more comfort can book into the main resort chalets; they are really lavish with magnificent views of the valley and mountains. There is also the restaurant which serves satisfactory meals at a reasonable price. The cost per camper is R40.00 inclusive of entrance fee and the chalets are R420.00 per person, per night inclusive of entrance fee, those who have Golden Rhino cards, will be given a 40% discount when booking. A further attraction for photographers is the vulture hide, but this will cost R215.00 per person, booking is essential because the hide is in great demand due to the excellent sightings at the moment. Please find the attached camping form, fill it in and get it back to me as soon as possible so I can confirm all arrangements with Matt. For further information and directions to Giants Castle please do not hesitate to contact me on 033-3442182 or e-mail me at robbell@ushomi.co.za.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites
must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact Heather Marshal
on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours.
(or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell . 033 3442182
Last but not least, enjoy the season, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, my race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
Please also note that the Hunter KZN champs Notice of Regatta can now be downloaded at www.hunterclass.com
Sunday 2nd October
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (4), (5) & (6) This series is only open to the Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open Class Championships, this will be sailed over the same course, the start being five (5) minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. A Monthly Mug award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Sunday 2nd/Wednesday 5th October
There will be a KZN/Midmar Youth Dinghy Training Session at the club. Parents this is an opportunity to introduce your youngsters to sailing in dinghies under the guidance of a number of top youth sailing trainers. Please contact Rob Tarboton for further information.
Saturday 8t h / Sunday 9th October.
There will be no official club sailing due to the SAS KZN Youth Provincials taking place at the club from the 7th to the 9th of October, but members may still use the club facilities and cruise up to the far reaches of Midmar, but please remember to keep clear of the actual racing area. Those who are willing to help during the regatta please give me a call.
Saturday 15th October
Partington Plate Series, Race (2). This will be the second of five (5) medium to long distance races, depending on the wind strengths and direction, which take place over a period of six months during the sailing season. The series are open to all classes of yachts and catamarans, results being based on skipper and boat handicaps. Briefing will be at 13h15…..sharp . There will be a fleet start from between a start mark and the jetty. The course will follow designated fixed marks. Enjoy a social drink in the pub after the race.
Saturday 22nd / Sunday 23rd October
Rose Bowl Mini Regatta, This regatta is open to all classes of yachts and catamarans and results will be based on boat handicap. It is the race committee’s intention to run six (6) races over the two days around layed marks. Briefing will take place at 12h15…sharp on the Saturday. Further details will be given in the Sailing Instructions available on the day. Camping will be allowed, please make sure you book ahead of time.
It is also the attention of the social committee to have a "roast on the spit" but this depends on paid up bookings, there will be more information regarding this in the next Masthead.
Saturday 29th / Sunday 30th October
Fun weekend at Giants Castle, the club tried this at Injusuti a number of years ago and we had a great weekend, cricket , ambling up the mountain paths, birding, bathing in the river pools for the hardy, campfire at night and generally doing as you please.
Our old friend Matt Jackson has set aside the campsite for our exclusive use (approximately forty campers with a bit of ablution sharing). Those who wish a bit more comfort can book into the main resort chalets; they are really lavish with magnificent views of the valley and mountains. There is also the restaurant which serves satisfactory meals at a reasonable price. The cost per camper is R40.00 inclusive of entrance fee and the chalets are R420.00 per person, per night inclusive of entrance fee, those who have Golden Rhino cards, will be given a 40% discount when booking. A further attraction for photographers is the vulture hide, but this will cost R215.00 per person, booking is essential because the hide is in great demand due to the excellent sightings at the moment. Please find the attached camping form, fill it in and get it back to me as soon as possible so I can confirm all arrangements with Matt. For further information and directions to Giants Castle please do not hesitate to contact me on 033-3442182 or e-mail me at robbell@ushomi.co.za.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites
must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact Heather Marshal
on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours.
(or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell . 033 3442182
Last but not least, enjoy the season, make the most of the best yachting facility in the country and remember, my race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
Monday, September 12, 2011
Rose Bowl Mini Regatta
3 races were sailed on Saturday in a pleasant 10 to15 knot NE to E breeze, while today only one race was sailed in a strong NW, with very fast off-wind legs and quite a few spills. Thanks go to the race officer, Rob Bell, his bridge team and the busy rescue team.
The Grand Prix regatta was sailed in parallel, but the results for their classes are not included. They managed 5 races yesterday, but today the race for the Optimist and RS Terra Classes was abandoned.
The Grand Prix regatta was sailed in parallel, but the results for their classes are not included. They managed 5 races yesterday, but today the race for the Optimist and RS Terra Classes was abandoned.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
First Round of Monthly Mug sailed
Hello all,
Excellent start to the season!!Brilliant weather and good winds making for perfect sailing conditions.Race officers Rob and Brenda set an interesting course involving 1 triangle and then a sausage making for great racing.The usual suspects were out Odin,Hybrid,Essex girl ,L26,minimum,Hirrondelle and Desiree.Adding to the mix was bad news (current National champ) and Flirt now taken over by crew Kevin and his daughter.
Ist race started at 11.05. 4Top Hunters got off to a good start with places swapping all the time until it was finally Hybrid just getting in ahead of essex ,then Odin and Bad news .
2nd race saw Essex with the best start only to be told that they were miles over.So when going back unfortunately got in the way of the silverbacks on odin.However typical Odin style they recovered to get a bullet over Hybrid.Then came in Bad news who were rather unfortunate to loose as they were in with a chance until their bag flopped into the water and had to be recovered from under the boat.(Van struggling to get grip of things on board a small boat!!)Thereafter essex after playing catch up with their prem start.
3rd race:Once again Essex with a prem start.(As if the first was not enough!!) this time Odin was not about to be messed up by them twice in a row and thus Essex was forced to sail up futher and wait to clear the fleet to return making them fall way behind the rest.Hybrid had the best start and was just about a mile ahead at the end !!So excellently sailed by them!!Bad news managed to pip Odin at the end to come in second.Then Odin and Essex.
Nice to see Derek Wilkes out on a first class seven .I need to update the rating for this boat to see how they fared in the monthly mug but they definately seemed quick!!
All and all a great day sailing in conditions that are hard to beat anywhere in the country!!Next up is a new one!!The Azalea cup mini regatta sailed in combo with a youth regatta.Camp the weekend!!Or sail only 1 day.Anyway try and join in !!
Wait for results on monthly mug I will have them out soon.Attached is GD and Silver fleet. Hybrid theory with Rob and Gregg were the definate stars of the day very impressive and sailing very quick !!!The old favourite Odin hot on the heals and then Bad News and Essex following.(Essex needs to start properly so we can actually give you guys a go at the front!!)
Commodore leading the Silver fleet over Louis at the moment!
Cheers
see ya all next time.
Results on the website
Kind regards
Tim Duguid
Excellent start to the season!!Brilliant weather and good winds making for perfect sailing conditions.Race officers Rob and Brenda set an interesting course involving 1 triangle and then a sausage making for great racing.The usual suspects were out Odin,Hybrid,Essex girl ,L26,minimum,Hirrondelle and Desiree.Adding to the mix was bad news (current National champ) and Flirt now taken over by crew Kevin and his daughter.
Ist race started at 11.05. 4Top Hunters got off to a good start with places swapping all the time until it was finally Hybrid just getting in ahead of essex ,then Odin and Bad news .
2nd race saw Essex with the best start only to be told that they were miles over.So when going back unfortunately got in the way of the silverbacks on odin.However typical Odin style they recovered to get a bullet over Hybrid.Then came in Bad news who were rather unfortunate to loose as they were in with a chance until their bag flopped into the water and had to be recovered from under the boat.(Van struggling to get grip of things on board a small boat!!)Thereafter essex after playing catch up with their prem start.
3rd race:Once again Essex with a prem start.(As if the first was not enough!!) this time Odin was not about to be messed up by them twice in a row and thus Essex was forced to sail up futher and wait to clear the fleet to return making them fall way behind the rest.Hybrid had the best start and was just about a mile ahead at the end !!So excellently sailed by them!!Bad news managed to pip Odin at the end to come in second.Then Odin and Essex.
Nice to see Derek Wilkes out on a first class seven .I need to update the rating for this boat to see how they fared in the monthly mug but they definately seemed quick!!
All and all a great day sailing in conditions that are hard to beat anywhere in the country!!Next up is a new one!!The Azalea cup mini regatta sailed in combo with a youth regatta.Camp the weekend!!Or sail only 1 day.Anyway try and join in !!
Wait for results on monthly mug I will have them out soon.Attached is GD and Silver fleet. Hybrid theory with Rob and Gregg were the definate stars of the day very impressive and sailing very quick !!!The old favourite Odin hot on the heals and then Bad News and Essex following.(Essex needs to start properly so we can actually give you guys a go at the front!!)
Commodore leading the Silver fleet over Louis at the moment!
Cheers
see ya all next time.
Results on the website
Kind regards
Tim Duguid
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
KZN Youth Prov Champs
From 7th to 9th October 2011 - All regatta docs are now posted on the website www.hmyc.org.za
NOR and SI for this year’s club events has been published.
We have published this years club races NOR and SI on our website.
You can go straight to the PDF here. You can also link to the page on the website www.hmyc.org.za on the calendar page.
See you on the water this weekend..
You can go straight to the PDF here. You can also link to the page on the website www.hmyc.org.za on the calendar page.
See you on the water this weekend..
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Wakey, wakey !!!!!! - HMYC Opening Cruise - Sunday 28 August
To Hunter Sailors, crew, friends,family,etc.
It’s time to dust off the cobwebs and shake out the sails!!!!!!!!
Jumping the gun a bit on behalf of the Hunter Class as HMYC website indicates “Notice to follow”???????
HMYC Opening Cruise – Sunday 28 August
10h00 Champagne (sparkling wine in SA!!!) Briefing
10h45 Sail Past and Commodore’s Salute
12h30 Picnic Lunch with braai fires available
Great news is that the measuring process of Mark Patrick’s “new “ Hunter will be begun on Sunday at HMYC prior to the Opening Cruise.
Let’s have a good turnout of the Hunter Class to see the new addition to the Hunter family take to the water.
See you Sunday.
PS Best wishes to Hunter Class members lending their expertise as members of the various LIPTON CUP teams presently participating in this year’s event in Mossel Bay.
It’s time to dust off the cobwebs and shake out the sails!!!!!!!!
Jumping the gun a bit on behalf of the Hunter Class as HMYC website indicates “Notice to follow”???????
HMYC Opening Cruise – Sunday 28 August
10h00 Champagne (sparkling wine in SA!!!) Briefing
10h45 Sail Past and Commodore’s Salute
12h30 Picnic Lunch with braai fires available
Great news is that the measuring process of Mark Patrick’s “new “ Hunter will be begun on Sunday at HMYC prior to the Opening Cruise.
Let’s have a good turnout of the Hunter Class to see the new addition to the Hunter family take to the water.
See you Sunday.
PS Best wishes to Hunter Class members lending their expertise as members of the various LIPTON CUP teams presently participating in this year’s event in Mossel Bay.
Monday, August 15, 2011
HMYC - The Masthead
The 2011/2012 season is fast approaching – the Opening Cruise will take place on Sunday 28th August. There will be some champagne on the Club verandah at 10h00 for those who’ve brought their own cups/mugs, then after that we’ll take a leisurely sail round the to a venue yet to be determined where the club caterer will be waiting for us to have a braai. If you don’t want to sail to the braai area, you will be able to reach it by road. If you need to buy braai packs, please can you order them from Jonathan. His work number is 033 330 3277, or e-Mail j.d.greyling@gmail.com
After lunch we’ll sail back to the Clubhouse, and the 2011/2012 Sailing season will be officially open!!
The 2011/2012 Sailing programme is now on the HMYC web site – the address is www.hmyc.org.za – there is a handy fridge door format, as well as the full version.
Please remember – owners of boats on moorings are responsible for checking their own moorings. HMYC holds no responsibility for your boat if it breaks away from it’s mooring and lands up ashore.
I’ve had some general enquires as to who to speak to about certain things concerning the Club, so here are some answers. There will also be a ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ article on the Club web page, which will also have the answers to your queries.
Question: When is Thami – the Club Groundsman – at the Club?
Answer: Thami will be at the Club in the off season from Monday to Friday, 07h00 to 15h30 (he has to catch a bus home!). During the Sailing season he’s at the Club Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, also from 07h00 to 15h30. He has Tuesday and Wednesday off during the sailing season.
Question: When is Heather – the Club Administrator – at the Club?
Answer: Heather is at the Club on a Tuesday and Friday morning from 09h00 to 13h00, and she’s also there on a Saturday or Sunday if there is Club sailing on that day – again from 09h00 to 13h00. On a non-sailing weekend she’s at the Club on a Saturday.
Question: How do I contact the Club?
Answer: The club e-Mail address is hmyc@mweb.co.za or the Club cell number is 083 312 7707
Question: Who can I buy a gate key from?
Answer: Heather, the Club Administrator.
Question: Who can I buy a key for the outside lock on the toilets from?
Answer: Heather, the Club Administrator.
Question: I’d like to use the club hosepipe, but it’s the off season. Where can I find the hosepipe?
Answer: In the off season you must phone Georg – 083 306 9917 – or Clive – 083 399 3910 – the day before you want to use the club hosepipe and they’ll make sure that it’s available for you on that day.
Question: My boat has been moved from my parking bay, who do I speak to about this?
Answer: Calvin Taylor is in complete charge of boat parking in the car park. If your boat has been moved, and Calvin has moved it, he would have moved it for a good reason!. Please phone him on 083 278 4956 before you move it back!!
Please also remember that boat parking bays in the car park are allocated to Club members who have paid for them. There is an area in the car park for day visitors to put their boats for a day, but this mustn’t be used to store your boat!! For those doing repairs to their boats, there are some bays near the gantry which have been set aside for this. If you intend to clean or spray paint your boat, please use the grassed area at the end of the car park for this purpose.
Question: I have recently joined the Club, or got another boat, who do I ask about a boat parking bay?
Answer: Speak to Calvin – his cell number is 083 278 4956.
Question: The electric gate isn’t working, who do I speak to about this?
Answer: Please report any problems with the electric gate to Thami. His cell number is 073 621 1129.
After lunch we’ll sail back to the Clubhouse, and the 2011/2012 Sailing season will be officially open!!
The 2011/2012 Sailing programme is now on the HMYC web site – the address is www.hmyc.org.za – there is a handy fridge door format, as well as the full version.
Please remember – owners of boats on moorings are responsible for checking their own moorings. HMYC holds no responsibility for your boat if it breaks away from it’s mooring and lands up ashore.
I’ve had some general enquires as to who to speak to about certain things concerning the Club, so here are some answers. There will also be a ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ article on the Club web page, which will also have the answers to your queries.
Question: When is Thami – the Club Groundsman – at the Club?
Answer: Thami will be at the Club in the off season from Monday to Friday, 07h00 to 15h30 (he has to catch a bus home!). During the Sailing season he’s at the Club Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, also from 07h00 to 15h30. He has Tuesday and Wednesday off during the sailing season.
Question: When is Heather – the Club Administrator – at the Club?
Answer: Heather is at the Club on a Tuesday and Friday morning from 09h00 to 13h00, and she’s also there on a Saturday or Sunday if there is Club sailing on that day – again from 09h00 to 13h00. On a non-sailing weekend she’s at the Club on a Saturday.
Question: How do I contact the Club?
Answer: The club e-Mail address is hmyc@mweb.co.za or the Club cell number is 083 312 7707
Question: Who can I buy a gate key from?
Answer: Heather, the Club Administrator.
Question: Who can I buy a key for the outside lock on the toilets from?
Answer: Heather, the Club Administrator.
Question: I’d like to use the club hosepipe, but it’s the off season. Where can I find the hosepipe?
Answer: In the off season you must phone Georg – 083 306 9917 – or Clive – 083 399 3910 – the day before you want to use the club hosepipe and they’ll make sure that it’s available for you on that day.
Question: My boat has been moved from my parking bay, who do I speak to about this?
Answer: Calvin Taylor is in complete charge of boat parking in the car park. If your boat has been moved, and Calvin has moved it, he would have moved it for a good reason!. Please phone him on 083 278 4956 before you move it back!!
Please also remember that boat parking bays in the car park are allocated to Club members who have paid for them. There is an area in the car park for day visitors to put their boats for a day, but this mustn’t be used to store your boat!! For those doing repairs to their boats, there are some bays near the gantry which have been set aside for this. If you intend to clean or spray paint your boat, please use the grassed area at the end of the car park for this purpose.
Question: I have recently joined the Club, or got another boat, who do I ask about a boat parking bay?
Answer: Speak to Calvin – his cell number is 083 278 4956.
Question: The electric gate isn’t working, who do I speak to about this?
Answer: Please report any problems with the electric gate to Thami. His cell number is 073 621 1129.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Senior Sailing Breeze 28th July 2011.
To help members plan ahead, a brief summary of the sailing calendar for the following
month will be forwarded to all members either by e-mail or for those who do not have
email by post. - It is also live on www.hmyc.org.za
(Please advise HeatherMarshal as to your preference, on 0833127707 or 033 3304158
during her club administration hours)
August / September. 2011
Sunday 28th August
The start to the season gets underway on the 28th August with the Opening Cruise. The
day will start with a Champagne Briefing at 10h00 followed by a sail past the Acting
Commodore who shall take the salute. NO! buckets of water at the sail past, this is
reserved for the closing cruise! From there a course will lead you to a picnic site, where
once on shore, you will find braai fires lit and a pub run by Debbie. Bring your own
picnic hamper, chairs and/or rugs. A limited number of Braai Packs, Rolls and Salads
will be available for those who do not wish to cater for themselves, but PLEASE contact
Debbie a day or so earlier with your requirements. The picnic site can be reached by road,
but we are hoping to have the use of the lifeboat for those who do not have yachts.
Should the weather turn foul, we will braai at the club and enjoy a fire and snacks in the
pub.
Sunday 4th September
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (1), (2) & (3) This series is only open to the
Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open
Class Championships, this will be sailed on the same course, the start being five (5)
minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. AMonthlyMug
award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 10t h / Sunday 11th September
Azalea Cup Mini Regatta, this will be the first of the mini regattas, which will be run
over two days, the emphasis of these regattas is sailing for all, they are open to all classes
of yachts, and catamarans, results will be based on boat handicaps. The race committee’s
intention is to run six (6) races over two days, around layed marks, using a fleet start.
Briefing will be at 13h15 …….sharp on the Saturday. Camping will be allowed, please
make sure you book your site ahead of time, as there will be a KZN Youth Grand Prix
taking place at the club at the same time.
Saturday 17th September
Partington Plate Series, Race (1). This is a series consisting of five (5) medium to long
distance races, depending on the wind strengths and direction, which take place over a
period of six months during the sailing season. The series are open to all classes of
yachts and catamarans, results being based on skipper and boat handicaps. Briefing will
be at 13h15…..sharp . There will be a fleet start from between a start mark and the jetty.
The course will follow designated fixed marks. Enjoy a social drink in the pub after the
race.
Saturday 24th / Sunday 25thSeptember
Multi Class Catamaran Regatta, This regatta is open to all classes of catamarans and
results will be based on boat handicap. It is the race committee’s intention to run six (6)
races over the two days around layed marks. Briefing will take place at 11h15…sharp on
the Saturday. Further details will be made available once the NOR is available. Camping
will be allowed, please make sure you book ahead of time.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are
welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area,
there is nothing worse than picking up dirty wind from a yacht not competing
in the race.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last
minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites
must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact HeatherMarshal
on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours.
(or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing
please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the
inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely
better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell .
Last but not least, enjoy the season, make the most of the best yachting facility in the
country and remember, my race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well
managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if
you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out
your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
month will be forwarded to all members either by e-mail or for those who do not have
email by post. - It is also live on www.hmyc.org.za
(Please advise HeatherMarshal as to your preference, on 0833127707 or 033 3304158
during her club administration hours)
August / September. 2011
Sunday 28th August
The start to the season gets underway on the 28th August with the Opening Cruise. The
day will start with a Champagne Briefing at 10h00 followed by a sail past the Acting
Commodore who shall take the salute. NO! buckets of water at the sail past, this is
reserved for the closing cruise! From there a course will lead you to a picnic site, where
once on shore, you will find braai fires lit and a pub run by Debbie. Bring your own
picnic hamper, chairs and/or rugs. A limited number of Braai Packs, Rolls and Salads
will be available for those who do not wish to cater for themselves, but PLEASE contact
Debbie a day or so earlier with your requirements. The picnic site can be reached by road,
but we are hoping to have the use of the lifeboat for those who do not have yachts.
Should the weather turn foul, we will braai at the club and enjoy a fire and snacks in the
pub.
Sunday 4th September
George Duffin Trophy Series: Races, (1), (2) & (3) This series is only open to the
Hunter Class, but all other classes of yachts and catamarans can compete in the Open
Class Championships, this will be sailed on the same course, the start being five (5)
minutes after the Hunter start. Both briefings will be at 10h15…sharp. AMonthlyMug
award will be made based on the overall sailing results for the day.
Saturday 10t h / Sunday 11th September
Azalea Cup Mini Regatta, this will be the first of the mini regattas, which will be run
over two days, the emphasis of these regattas is sailing for all, they are open to all classes
of yachts, and catamarans, results will be based on boat handicaps. The race committee’s
intention is to run six (6) races over two days, around layed marks, using a fleet start.
Briefing will be at 13h15 …….sharp on the Saturday. Camping will be allowed, please
make sure you book your site ahead of time, as there will be a KZN Youth Grand Prix
taking place at the club at the same time.
Saturday 17th September
Partington Plate Series, Race (1). This is a series consisting of five (5) medium to long
distance races, depending on the wind strengths and direction, which take place over a
period of six months during the sailing season. The series are open to all classes of
yachts and catamarans, results being based on skipper and boat handicaps. Briefing will
be at 13h15…..sharp . There will be a fleet start from between a start mark and the jetty.
The course will follow designated fixed marks. Enjoy a social drink in the pub after the
race.
Saturday 24th / Sunday 25thSeptember
Multi Class Catamaran Regatta, This regatta is open to all classes of catamarans and
results will be based on boat handicap. It is the race committee’s intention to run six (6)
races over the two days around layed marks. Briefing will take place at 11h15…sharp on
the Saturday. Further details will be made available once the NOR is available. Camping
will be allowed, please make sure you book ahead of time.
General Information:
(1) Club Members who wish to go cruising during any of the above events are
welcome to do so, but PLEASE remember to keep clear of the racing area,
there is nothing worse than picking up dirty wind from a yacht not competing
in the race.
(2) Attendance at briefings is not compulsory, but it is advisable to attend them as
even though course directions should be posted early by the race officer, last
minute changes can be made. (This only applies to HMYC Club Events)
(3) Camping in the club grounds is only permissible during organized events, sites
must be booked via the Club Administrators Office. Contact HeatherMarshal
on 0833127707 or 033 3304158 during her club administration hours.
(or complete the camping form as per the Notice of Regatta)
(4) Any member prepared to give of their time to help with regattas and club sailing
please do not be afraid of stepping forward, we need your help and for the
inexperienced, advice and training will be available , it can be fun and definitely
better than just sitting on the bank. Please contact Rob Bell .
Last but not least, enjoy the season, make the most of the best yachting facility in the
country and remember, my race officers and myself, are there to provide you with well
managed sailing events, be it serious or social. Please approach us if you need help or if
you are unhappy about something. We are willing to assist and will do our best to sort out
your problems.
Fair winds and great sailing.,
Rob Bell Tel: 033 3442182 Cell: 0739618006
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Masthead
MASTHEAD:
The AGM has come and gone, and there are some new faces on the HMYC Committee for the 2011/2012 season.
Rob Barker is the club President, with Robin McIntosh the Vice President.
Your Committee is:
Commodore – Richard Solomon
Vice Commodore Sailing – Rob Bell
Rear Commodore House – Jenny Kilshaw
Treasurer – Alan Barr
Secretary – currently vacant
Bosuns – Georg Muller and Clive Waddy
Radio Sailing – Des Fairbank
Committee members – Heslin Hamilton, Brenda Tarboton, Sarah Alexander
Sarah Alexander has kindly agreed to take on the Youth Sailing portfolio
Rob Tarboton is standing in for Richard Solomon until the end of August, while Richard is away overseas.
If you know of anyone who would be willing (and able) to take on the job of Club Secretary, please can you contact Rob Tarboton – rbt@sai.co.za or 083 628 1451.
The 2011/2012 Sailing programme is nearing completion, thanks to Rob Bell, and as soon as it is finalized it will be put on the HMYC web page – www.hmyc.org.za. It is proposed to have the Opening Cruise at the end of August, so you have now had early warning of this!!
Things are quiet up at the Club at the moment – one of the reasons is that the Dam water is rather cold for sailing. However, our Club Administrator – Heather Marshall – will be at the Club on a Tuesday and Friday mornings from 09h00 to 13h00 so if you need to buy toilet keys, or a gate key, or have any general queries about your Club you can find her at the Club then. You can e-Mail Heather at hmyc@mweb.co.za or the Club cell number is 083 312 7707
The Dam is full at the moment, and we’ve had one or two windy days lately so it is advisable to check your mooring. There have been incidents of boats breaking away from their moorings, and a list of boat owners and their contact details has been put up on the door of the Clubhouse, so if you notice a boat which has come adrift from its mooring, it should be easier now to locate the owner. Similarly, please can you check your details on this list, and tell Heather if they are incorrect, as then we can get them updated?
There are a few regattas scheduled for HMYC this coming season, which is good for the Club, and there is also some social sailing planned. If you want to participate in the social sailing, please will you contact Caprice or Marius van Vuuren – vanvuurenm@sias.co.za or 083 600 4217 – as they are organizing it for us.
If you want to book the Clubhouse for an event or a birthday party, please contact Jenny Kilshaw – jennyk@netactive.co.za or 072 231 5888.
The AGM has come and gone, and there are some new faces on the HMYC Committee for the 2011/2012 season.
Rob Barker is the club President, with Robin McIntosh the Vice President.
Your Committee is:
Commodore – Richard Solomon
Vice Commodore Sailing – Rob Bell
Rear Commodore House – Jenny Kilshaw
Treasurer – Alan Barr
Secretary – currently vacant
Bosuns – Georg Muller and Clive Waddy
Radio Sailing – Des Fairbank
Committee members – Heslin Hamilton, Brenda Tarboton, Sarah Alexander
Sarah Alexander has kindly agreed to take on the Youth Sailing portfolio
Rob Tarboton is standing in for Richard Solomon until the end of August, while Richard is away overseas.
If you know of anyone who would be willing (and able) to take on the job of Club Secretary, please can you contact Rob Tarboton – rbt@sai.co.za or 083 628 1451.
The 2011/2012 Sailing programme is nearing completion, thanks to Rob Bell, and as soon as it is finalized it will be put on the HMYC web page – www.hmyc.org.za. It is proposed to have the Opening Cruise at the end of August, so you have now had early warning of this!!
Things are quiet up at the Club at the moment – one of the reasons is that the Dam water is rather cold for sailing. However, our Club Administrator – Heather Marshall – will be at the Club on a Tuesday and Friday mornings from 09h00 to 13h00 so if you need to buy toilet keys, or a gate key, or have any general queries about your Club you can find her at the Club then. You can e-Mail Heather at hmyc@mweb.co.za or the Club cell number is 083 312 7707
The Dam is full at the moment, and we’ve had one or two windy days lately so it is advisable to check your mooring. There have been incidents of boats breaking away from their moorings, and a list of boat owners and their contact details has been put up on the door of the Clubhouse, so if you notice a boat which has come adrift from its mooring, it should be easier now to locate the owner. Similarly, please can you check your details on this list, and tell Heather if they are incorrect, as then we can get them updated?
There are a few regattas scheduled for HMYC this coming season, which is good for the Club, and there is also some social sailing planned. If you want to participate in the social sailing, please will you contact Caprice or Marius van Vuuren – vanvuurenm@sias.co.za or 083 600 4217 – as they are organizing it for us.
If you want to book the Clubhouse for an event or a birthday party, please contact Jenny Kilshaw – jennyk@netactive.co.za or 072 231 5888.
Monday, July 11, 2011
COMMODORE’S ANNUAL REPORT 4TH JUNE 2011
Ladies and Gentlemen and Members,
It gives me great pleasure to present my report for the past year 2010/2011 and I will try to keep it brief...
The year started well with the opening cruise being changed to a sail past and then a sail around to Dukaduka and a very well received braai ashore. This was planned to be the start of many social occasions but unfortunately some unpleasantness took over the focus of both myself and the executive committee and this consumed valuable time that should otherwise have been devoted to the club affairs.
That been said. We did embark on a positive program and we were delighted to advise that not only had many months of hard work by our President, Rob Bell, result in our obtaining our liquor licence but that we had convinced Debbie Greyling to return to the club as full time caterer and bar manager. This of course showed up a number of flaws in the food area and as a result we replaced a very ageing fridge, attended to the replacement of a suspect sink and cupboard, and then purchased two lounge suites to try and make the clubhouse a little more welcoming and comfortable.
The benefits of having an albeit full time secretary was obvious in the quick action regarding payment of accounts and maintenance of the club books on a weekly basis and thanks go to Heather for this.
The very low water levels over summer gave us the opportunity to look at and to decide to widen the slipway from the edge of the car park and down the jetty side to make all round launching far easier. To this end our thanks go to Peter Goble and Rob Tarboton. Fortunately shortly after the completion, late summer rains started and the dam proceeded to fill up and has continued to do so over the past few weeks to its present levels.
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Unfortunately we were not able to elect or convince anyone top take on the task of Club Treasurer but with the assistance of Heather, Jean Wagner and Alan Barr who have been able to maintain accounts and have figures to report back on at each of the Exco meetings. I am delighted to advise members that we ended the club year showing a profit of some R40 000 and have similarly ended the year with a balance in our accounts of some R175 400. The hiring of the hall resulted in a profit of R20 000 which is not insignificant and was a very welcome source of income. The new setup at Midmar may have a future negative effect on this as all visitors without exception, now have to pay the full entrance fee and this may affect future hiring of the club. However I am delighted to also announce that the traditional hiring of the club and grounds by the swim school from Johannesburg has been negotiated for the next 5 years at an increase of 10% per annum.
You will note over the past few weeks that the boat parking areas have been tidied up, boats, trailers and dingies have been moved to their correct allocated spaces and new parking bays have been set aside and painted. All of this work has been voluntarily carried out by Calvin and our sincere thanks go to him and his son for the hard work. Unfortunately, some members have taken their tenders/trailers and put them back where they should NOT be and to this end we would request that they adhere to the allocated bays and not use other member’s bays.
On our sailing side we are proud to announce that one of our ex junior sailors, Luke Wagner and has been selected to represent South Africa at the Worlds in the USA. Andrew Tarboton is taking on all comers in his bid to sail in the UK and we wish them both well. We are also very pleased to announce that we invited Craig Millar to represent the Club at the Lipton Cup with the Provincials and Nationals as a warm up. He will make the final decision after the Nationals. The HMYC team will be made up of some very fine sailors with Craig who was the very successful Skipper of the Spirit of Durban in the Round the World race as skipper, crew made up of Francesco De Vita one of the America’s Cup sailors from Italy and then two very good and old friends of HMYC in the persons of John Brookman and Dave Martinson. We are proud to be associated with them as they are proud in representing the club and wish them every success.
Finally, the club cannot function without the very hard and dedicated work put into it by the Executive Committee and of course the two bosuns and ground and club staff and to all of you I would like to express my very sincere thanks for your support and
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dedication and I am sure, the thanks of all club members, to you. Your committee for the past year has been VC Sailing – Dave Wagner, Rear Commodore House – Jenny Kilshaw, VC Youth – Jean Louis Swart, Secretary Jean Wagner and Exco. members, Rob Tarboton, Alan Barr, Louis Le Grange, Marius van Vuuren, George Muller and Des Fairbank.
The two (mostly) silent but very important members of our club and Exco. are of course our President – Rob Bell and Vice President – Rob Barker who have also put in a tremendous amount of work in the guidance and running of the Club…thank you both.
The un-named people who also deserve thanks are all of you who have assisted with Bridge, Regatta and race duties…thanks to all of you too.
Richard Solomon
Commodore
It gives me great pleasure to present my report for the past year 2010/2011 and I will try to keep it brief...
The year started well with the opening cruise being changed to a sail past and then a sail around to Dukaduka and a very well received braai ashore. This was planned to be the start of many social occasions but unfortunately some unpleasantness took over the focus of both myself and the executive committee and this consumed valuable time that should otherwise have been devoted to the club affairs.
That been said. We did embark on a positive program and we were delighted to advise that not only had many months of hard work by our President, Rob Bell, result in our obtaining our liquor licence but that we had convinced Debbie Greyling to return to the club as full time caterer and bar manager. This of course showed up a number of flaws in the food area and as a result we replaced a very ageing fridge, attended to the replacement of a suspect sink and cupboard, and then purchased two lounge suites to try and make the clubhouse a little more welcoming and comfortable.
The benefits of having an albeit full time secretary was obvious in the quick action regarding payment of accounts and maintenance of the club books on a weekly basis and thanks go to Heather for this.
The very low water levels over summer gave us the opportunity to look at and to decide to widen the slipway from the edge of the car park and down the jetty side to make all round launching far easier. To this end our thanks go to Peter Goble and Rob Tarboton. Fortunately shortly after the completion, late summer rains started and the dam proceeded to fill up and has continued to do so over the past few weeks to its present levels.
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Unfortunately we were not able to elect or convince anyone top take on the task of Club Treasurer but with the assistance of Heather, Jean Wagner and Alan Barr who have been able to maintain accounts and have figures to report back on at each of the Exco meetings. I am delighted to advise members that we ended the club year showing a profit of some R40 000 and have similarly ended the year with a balance in our accounts of some R175 400. The hiring of the hall resulted in a profit of R20 000 which is not insignificant and was a very welcome source of income. The new setup at Midmar may have a future negative effect on this as all visitors without exception, now have to pay the full entrance fee and this may affect future hiring of the club. However I am delighted to also announce that the traditional hiring of the club and grounds by the swim school from Johannesburg has been negotiated for the next 5 years at an increase of 10% per annum.
You will note over the past few weeks that the boat parking areas have been tidied up, boats, trailers and dingies have been moved to their correct allocated spaces and new parking bays have been set aside and painted. All of this work has been voluntarily carried out by Calvin and our sincere thanks go to him and his son for the hard work. Unfortunately, some members have taken their tenders/trailers and put them back where they should NOT be and to this end we would request that they adhere to the allocated bays and not use other member’s bays.
On our sailing side we are proud to announce that one of our ex junior sailors, Luke Wagner and has been selected to represent South Africa at the Worlds in the USA. Andrew Tarboton is taking on all comers in his bid to sail in the UK and we wish them both well. We are also very pleased to announce that we invited Craig Millar to represent the Club at the Lipton Cup with the Provincials and Nationals as a warm up. He will make the final decision after the Nationals. The HMYC team will be made up of some very fine sailors with Craig who was the very successful Skipper of the Spirit of Durban in the Round the World race as skipper, crew made up of Francesco De Vita one of the America’s Cup sailors from Italy and then two very good and old friends of HMYC in the persons of John Brookman and Dave Martinson. We are proud to be associated with them as they are proud in representing the club and wish them every success.
Finally, the club cannot function without the very hard and dedicated work put into it by the Executive Committee and of course the two bosuns and ground and club staff and to all of you I would like to express my very sincere thanks for your support and
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dedication and I am sure, the thanks of all club members, to you. Your committee for the past year has been VC Sailing – Dave Wagner, Rear Commodore House – Jenny Kilshaw, VC Youth – Jean Louis Swart, Secretary Jean Wagner and Exco. members, Rob Tarboton, Alan Barr, Louis Le Grange, Marius van Vuuren, George Muller and Des Fairbank.
The two (mostly) silent but very important members of our club and Exco. are of course our President – Rob Bell and Vice President – Rob Barker who have also put in a tremendous amount of work in the guidance and running of the Club…thank you both.
The un-named people who also deserve thanks are all of you who have assisted with Bridge, Regatta and race duties…thanks to all of you too.
Richard Solomon
Commodore
Thursday, June 9, 2011
HMYC News
Good morning everyone
Well, the AGM has come and gone. As soon as the minutes have been checked, they will be placed on the website together with the updated Constitution.
Richard Solomon has kindly agreed to stand once again as Commodore, Rob Bell is VC Sailing, Jenny Kilshaw is VC House for another year, and Alan Barr is Hon Treasurer. No nominations were received for VC Youth or Hon Secretary, and if you would like to assist the Club in either of these portfolios, please contact Rob Tarboton who will be acting Commodore whilst Richard and Mary are overseas.
Please note: As from 1 July 2011 the SAS National and Western Cape Regional offices will be located at; Unit B40, Pinelands Business Park, New Mill Road, Pinelands, 7405. The new phone numbers are: Tel: (021) 531 1860 / (021) 531 8022
Fax: (021) 531 0220.
An important reminder – Please make every effort to attend the presentation by Rob Holden, SAS Training Manager, on the National Dinghy Training Program. Details are as follows:
Date: Sunday 12 June 2011
Time: 10:00
Venue: HMYC Clubhouse
Thereafter, there will be the Brass Monkey – briefing at 13h30.
The following emails have been received by the Club. Please let me know if you would like me to forward any specific ones to you:
NOR/SI for Stray Cat Regatta, Island Sailing Club, 25/26 June
SAS AGM Minutes, Chairman’s Report and Treasurer’s Report.
J22 Junior Amended NOR
Mistral Nationals – October 2011
Thanks
Jean Wagner
Well, the AGM has come and gone. As soon as the minutes have been checked, they will be placed on the website together with the updated Constitution.
Richard Solomon has kindly agreed to stand once again as Commodore, Rob Bell is VC Sailing, Jenny Kilshaw is VC House for another year, and Alan Barr is Hon Treasurer. No nominations were received for VC Youth or Hon Secretary, and if you would like to assist the Club in either of these portfolios, please contact Rob Tarboton who will be acting Commodore whilst Richard and Mary are overseas.
Please note: As from 1 July 2011 the SAS National and Western Cape Regional offices will be located at; Unit B40, Pinelands Business Park, New Mill Road, Pinelands, 7405. The new phone numbers are: Tel: (021) 531 1860 / (021) 531 8022
Fax: (021) 531 0220.
An important reminder – Please make every effort to attend the presentation by Rob Holden, SAS Training Manager, on the National Dinghy Training Program. Details are as follows:
Date: Sunday 12 June 2011
Time: 10:00
Venue: HMYC Clubhouse
Thereafter, there will be the Brass Monkey – briefing at 13h30.
The following emails have been received by the Club. Please let me know if you would like me to forward any specific ones to you:
NOR/SI for Stray Cat Regatta, Island Sailing Club, 25/26 June
SAS AGM Minutes, Chairman’s Report and Treasurer’s Report.
J22 Junior Amended NOR
Mistral Nationals – October 2011
Thanks
Jean Wagner
Boat Scale - Nic Hofmeyer
If anybody would like to weigh their boats during the off season, I had a call from Nick Hofmeyer who has kindly offered to make is scale available at the Yacht club during the first and third weekend of every month. His Tel: 072 3230684. The Hunter scale is still being repaired and as soon as we have this one available I will be able let Hunter sailors use that one too.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
The 2010/11 Prize Giving will follow the AGM
Hello Everyone
The HMYC AGM takes place on Saturday 4 June, and it is imperative that all current members attend. Please could you consider nominations for the various committees, and send through to me asap.
The 2010/11 Prize Giving will follow the AGM, and thereafter there will be a dinner prepared by Debbie. Please could you RSVP to her before 1 June.
The following is the menu from Debbie for the dinner. Please could you RSVP directly to Debbie before Wednesday 1 June. Her email is j.d.greyling@gmail.com and cell phone number 072 363 7724.
Menu
Seafood Cocktail
Pork Tiger Roll served with
Mixed Roast Veg
Green beans
Baby potatoes
Pavlova
Cost R 125 per head.
Please bookings directly to Debbie by e mail or cell phone. Only booked meals will be served and bookings must be in by Wed 1June.
Thanks
Jean Wagner
The HMYC AGM takes place on Saturday 4 June, and it is imperative that all current members attend. Please could you consider nominations for the various committees, and send through to me asap.
The 2010/11 Prize Giving will follow the AGM, and thereafter there will be a dinner prepared by Debbie. Please could you RSVP to her before 1 June.
The following is the menu from Debbie for the dinner. Please could you RSVP directly to Debbie before Wednesday 1 June. Her email is j.d.greyling@gmail.com and cell phone number 072 363 7724.
Menu
Seafood Cocktail
Pork Tiger Roll served with
Mixed Roast Veg
Green beans
Baby potatoes
Pavlova
Cost R 125 per head.
Please bookings directly to Debbie by e mail or cell phone. Only booked meals will be served and bookings must be in by Wed 1June.
Thanks
Jean Wagner
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Von Klemporer
HMYC members
Have just returned from the Club. Perfect afternoon with a light north easterly about 4/5 knots. I set the usual course for these conditions but as it was light
kept it short in case of the wind failing altogether. But all 6 yachts finished comfortably & reasonably close together.
Jeremy Bellengere was outstanding sailing his own design “Nondescipt” J.B.20. Starting late he set about overtaking the fleet & just pipped Peter Metcalfe
In his Hunter by 20 secs!!!!! Peter led from the start & romped away from the other 2 Hunters & the two Extra’s. It was a very enjoyable race & my
appreciation to Brenda Tarboton & Roger Eshmade with running the event.
Results: 1st J. Bellengere J.B.20 1 Hr 06.25
2nd P. Metcalfe H145 1Hr 06.45
3rd. R. Tarboton X876 1hr 10.12
4th. M.Patrick X874 1hr 11.24
5th M.Hultze H2 1hr 12.21
6th R.Solomon H405 1hr 13.10
Hope this is all you need if not please let me know. Hope you & the Family are well.
I will put the sheets in the Committee Room when next I am at the Club
Regards
Keith Gerson
Have just returned from the Club. Perfect afternoon with a light north easterly about 4/5 knots. I set the usual course for these conditions but as it was light
kept it short in case of the wind failing altogether. But all 6 yachts finished comfortably & reasonably close together.
Jeremy Bellengere was outstanding sailing his own design “Nondescipt” J.B.20. Starting late he set about overtaking the fleet & just pipped Peter Metcalfe
In his Hunter by 20 secs!!!!! Peter led from the start & romped away from the other 2 Hunters & the two Extra’s. It was a very enjoyable race & my
appreciation to Brenda Tarboton & Roger Eshmade with running the event.
Results: 1st J. Bellengere J.B.20 1 Hr 06.25
2nd P. Metcalfe H145 1Hr 06.45
3rd. R. Tarboton X876 1hr 10.12
4th. M.Patrick X874 1hr 11.24
5th M.Hultze H2 1hr 12.21
6th R.Solomon H405 1hr 13.10
Hope this is all you need if not please let me know. Hope you & the Family are well.
I will put the sheets in the Committee Room when next I am at the Club
Regards
Keith Gerson
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Prize giving - June the 25th
Hello to everyone planning to attend the HMYC AGM.
The following is the menu from Debbie for the dinner. Please could you RSVP directly to Debbie before Wednesday 1 June. Her email is j.d.greyling@gmail.com and cell phone number 072 363 7724.
Menu
Seafood Cocktail
Pork Tiger Roll served with
Mixed Roast Veg
Green beans
Baby potatoes
Pavlova
Cost R 125 per head.
Please bookings directly to Debbie by e mail or cell phone. Only booked meals will be served and bookings must be in by Wed 1June.
Thanks
Jean Wagner
The following is the menu from Debbie for the dinner. Please could you RSVP directly to Debbie before Wednesday 1 June. Her email is j.d.greyling@gmail.com and cell phone number 072 363 7724.
Menu
Seafood Cocktail
Pork Tiger Roll served with
Mixed Roast Veg
Green beans
Baby potatoes
Pavlova
Cost R 125 per head.
Please bookings directly to Debbie by e mail or cell phone. Only booked meals will be served and bookings must be in by Wed 1June.
Thanks
Jean Wagner
Monday, April 11, 2011
Closing sail past
Back by popular demand, the Closing Cruise will take place this Sunday, 17th April 2011 as follows:
10h00 Briefing
10h30 Sail Past and Salute the Commodore
Thereafter :
Leisurely sail to the back of the dam, and have a bring ‘n braai.
Braai fires will be provided
Debbie will be selling braai packs and salad for those of you who are interested, at a cost to be confirmed. Please contact Debbie as soon as possible to book your packs – cell 072 363 7724 or email j.d.greyling@gmail.com
Limited quantity and selection of beers and cooldrinks will be on sale.
Please note : This is a camping weekend, so if you would like to make a weekend of it before the cold sets in, you are welcome to do so.
Hope to see you all there
Thanks
Dave
083 325 7757
10h00 Briefing
10h30 Sail Past and Salute the Commodore
Thereafter :
Leisurely sail to the back of the dam, and have a bring ‘n braai.
Braai fires will be provided
Debbie will be selling braai packs and salad for those of you who are interested, at a cost to be confirmed. Please contact Debbie as soon as possible to book your packs – cell 072 363 7724 or email j.d.greyling@gmail.com
Limited quantity and selection of beers and cooldrinks will be on sale.
Please note : This is a camping weekend, so if you would like to make a weekend of it before the cold sets in, you are welcome to do so.
Hope to see you all there
Thanks
Dave
083 325 7757
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Good morning HMYC members
Our winter has definitely started with a vengeance, and our sailing calendar is drawing to a close.
Firstly, I must apologise for an error I made in my last email. Gybeset is a private newsletter not distributed by SA Sailing. So please email info@gybeset.co.za directly if you are interested in being placed on the mailing list.
Reminders:
The Autumn Handicap race, Sunday 10th
We have received the ISAF Worlds selection criteria – please let me know if you would like me to forward you a copy.
A gentle reminder of the KZN Halcat Class Provincial Championships 2011 to be held at Island Sailing Club on 16/17 April.
So far, there have been three positive replies to holding a long distance race and braai at Dukuduku on the day of the closing cruise, ie Sunday 17 April. Please let me know asap as there are quite a few arrangements that need to be made if this is to go ahead.
See you at the club
Dave
083 325 7757
Firstly, I must apologise for an error I made in my last email. Gybeset is a private newsletter not distributed by SA Sailing. So please email info@gybeset.co.za directly if you are interested in being placed on the mailing list.
Reminders:
The Autumn Handicap race, Sunday 10th
We have received the ISAF Worlds selection criteria – please let me know if you would like me to forward you a copy.
A gentle reminder of the KZN Halcat Class Provincial Championships 2011 to be held at Island Sailing Club on 16/17 April.
So far, there have been three positive replies to holding a long distance race and braai at Dukuduku on the day of the closing cruise, ie Sunday 17 April. Please let me know asap as there are quite a few arrangements that need to be made if this is to go ahead.
See you at the club
Dave
083 325 7757
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
HMYC This weekend
Hello everyone
The final Monthly Mug #8 takes place this weekend at the club, thereafter the Autumn Handicap on 10 Apr, and Closing Cruise on 17 April. This brings our sailing season to close for another year. There has been a request for the Closing Cruise to consist of a long distance race with a braai to be held on the other side of the dam, similar to what was held for our opening cruise. Please could you let me know if this would be favourably received so that we can gauge numbers.
Also, a reminder once again to set Saturday 4 June aside for the club’s AGM and Prize Giving. A notice will be sent out soon with details of vacancies on the various committees.
Island Sailing Club are hosting the Halcat Provincials on 16/17 April. A message from Jennifer –
Hi Guys REMINDER :
Anyone with boats that they would be willing to lend out please let us know so that we can accommodate some other sailors that would like to sail.
Island will be open from Friday Nite. Breakfast rolls on Saturday & Sunday Morning & Island Famous Burger Lunch. Saturday Nite Braai packs & Salads and Music Lets make a Party of it.
And of course, as we all know, when Island plan a party, that is what they get! If anyone would like me to forward the NOR/SI on to them, please let me know.
SA Sailing have a new weekly newsletter called Gybeset. If you would like to subscribe to this newsletter, please fill out your name and email on the home page at www.GybeSet.co.za. Forward it to your friends in the SA sailing community and get them to subscribe! The editions will be posted on the Club’s notice board for your information.
See you over the weekend
Dave Wagner
083 325 7757
The final Monthly Mug #8 takes place this weekend at the club, thereafter the Autumn Handicap on 10 Apr, and Closing Cruise on 17 April. This brings our sailing season to close for another year. There has been a request for the Closing Cruise to consist of a long distance race with a braai to be held on the other side of the dam, similar to what was held for our opening cruise. Please could you let me know if this would be favourably received so that we can gauge numbers.
Also, a reminder once again to set Saturday 4 June aside for the club’s AGM and Prize Giving. A notice will be sent out soon with details of vacancies on the various committees.
Island Sailing Club are hosting the Halcat Provincials on 16/17 April. A message from Jennifer –
Hi Guys REMINDER :
Anyone with boats that they would be willing to lend out please let us know so that we can accommodate some other sailors that would like to sail.
Island will be open from Friday Nite. Breakfast rolls on Saturday & Sunday Morning & Island Famous Burger Lunch. Saturday Nite Braai packs & Salads and Music Lets make a Party of it.
And of course, as we all know, when Island plan a party, that is what they get! If anyone would like me to forward the NOR/SI on to them, please let me know.
SA Sailing have a new weekly newsletter called Gybeset. If you would like to subscribe to this newsletter, please fill out your name and email on the home page at www.GybeSet.co.za. Forward it to your friends in the SA sailing community and get them to subscribe! The editions will be posted on the Club’s notice board for your information.
See you over the weekend
Dave Wagner
083 325 7757
Thursday, March 24, 2011
HMYC UPDATE - Tuesday 29 March 2011
A reminder to all HMYC folk re the ‘goings on’ scheduled for Sunday. Let’s have a bumper showing for the last event of the Class Champs series and Monthly Mug events for the ‘10/’11HMYC sailing season.
A thought for the day:
“It is better to burn out than fade away.” – Neil Young (from the Silverback genre, Tim and Paul !!!)
* Sunday 3 April - Class Champs and Monthly Mug #8
Final event of the series - Briefing 10h30
Talk is that this will go "down to the wire". Don't miss the final event of the series!!!
* Sunday 10 April - Autumn Handicap
* Sunday 17 April - 2010/2011 Closing Cruise
‘SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC’ HUNTER CLASS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Final results now posted on the Hunter Class website.
Congratulations to Luke Wagner and crew Byron Watt (flying the PYC pennant) for taking the Champs Trophy. A great result and mastering trying conditions. We are happy to claim a very proud Wagner family as an HMYC connection!
Despite the fact that individual performances did not place HMYC club entries in the medals at the event, the team of HMYC Hunter ‘Raiders’ were successful in defending their club champs title. The ‘Raiders’ managed a four point win over good friends and rivals, Witbank Yacht and Aquatic Club, to claim the Reg Beavitt Memorial Trophy.
Thank you to the HMYC Hunter Class members who towed boats to the Vaal as members of the HMYC ‘Raiders’ team, namely Richard and Mary Solomon, Nigel Miln and Anton Ellens, Pete Metcalfe and Kevin Kirkman, Craig ‘Crash’ Millar and Francisco, Paul Changioun and Tim Duguid, Tony Cockerill and Hank Pike, Robin Macintosh and Mark Hultzer.
FOR YOUR DIARY:
Hunter Champs 2012 at HMYC - Sunday 18 to Tuesday 20 March 2012.
A thought for the day:
“It is better to burn out than fade away.” – Neil Young (from the Silverback genre, Tim and Paul !!!)
* Sunday 3 April - Class Champs and Monthly Mug #8
Final event of the series - Briefing 10h30
Talk is that this will go "down to the wire". Don't miss the final event of the series!!!
* Sunday 10 April - Autumn Handicap
* Sunday 17 April - 2010/2011 Closing Cruise
‘SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC’ HUNTER CLASS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Final results now posted on the Hunter Class website.
Congratulations to Luke Wagner and crew Byron Watt (flying the PYC pennant) for taking the Champs Trophy. A great result and mastering trying conditions. We are happy to claim a very proud Wagner family as an HMYC connection!
Despite the fact that individual performances did not place HMYC club entries in the medals at the event, the team of HMYC Hunter ‘Raiders’ were successful in defending their club champs title. The ‘Raiders’ managed a four point win over good friends and rivals, Witbank Yacht and Aquatic Club, to claim the Reg Beavitt Memorial Trophy.
Thank you to the HMYC Hunter Class members who towed boats to the Vaal as members of the HMYC ‘Raiders’ team, namely Richard and Mary Solomon, Nigel Miln and Anton Ellens, Pete Metcalfe and Kevin Kirkman, Craig ‘Crash’ Millar and Francisco, Paul Changioun and Tim Duguid, Tony Cockerill and Hank Pike, Robin Macintosh and Mark Hultzer.
FOR YOUR DIARY:
Hunter Champs 2012 at HMYC - Sunday 18 to Tuesday 20 March 2012.
“SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC” HUNTER CLASS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
DAC – VAAL DAM
Saturday 19 March to Monday 21 March 20011
Consistency on the water was once again the name of the game as ‘Bad News’ (Luke Wagner/ Byron Watt) travelled fast in challenging wind conditions to take the Hunter Class’ National title.
Thirty-five of these ever-popular nineteen foot keelers participated in the three-day championship regatta, sailed out of DAC on the Vaal Dam. Race Officer, Trevor Hulleman, and his able assistants did very well in typically changeable Highveld dam wind conditions to get through the quota of races to the satisfaction of the participants.
The results of the only two races completed on the Saturday reflected the widely-ranging performances of the competing boats in the often-fluky conditions. By the end of the second day, only four or five boats had made the most of their opportunities and were in realistic contention for top honours, with clear evidence of close tussles throughout the remainder of the fleet. A single race on Monday, sailed in light and variable conditions, determined the final positions for the regatta.
Luke was able to put his rapidly-growing sailing experience to the test against many of the more mature campaigners in the Hunter Class and was certainly not found wanting. Multiple past champions, John Bruckman and Dave Martinson, were complimentary in their praise of Luke as they settled for second place after their competitive showing in the early races of the regatta. Luke represents the growing number of young sailors coming to the fore in keeler fleet competitions across the country. A most positive sign indeed.
Henley Midmar Yacht Club won the ‘Reg Beavitt Memorial Trophy’ after their five top finishing ‘HMYC Raiders’ entrants pipped Witbank Yacht and Aquatic Club’s team by the narrowest of margins in the competition for the club trophy. It was interesting to note the encouraging number of entrants from clubs towing boats to the Vaal.
Results:
Scratch – 1. ‘Bad News’ (Luke Wagner/Byron Watt)
2. ‘Copadaph’ (John Bruckman/Dave Martinson)
3. ‘Vaal Valk’ (Herbie Karolius/Keith Vennell)
Handicap – 1. ‘Haysons’ (Colin Hay/Steve Mathews)
2. ‘Kingship’ (James King/Oliver Reprich)
3. ‘Wings’ (Sleigh Haynes/John Haynes)
Youth – 1. ‘Spottymoto’ (David Santiero/Sean van Rensburg)
Ladies – 1. ‘Assegaai’ – (Jessica Lenz/Birgit Johnstone)
Reg Beavitt (Club Competition ) Memorial Trophy – Henley Midmar Yacht Club
Saturday 19 March to Monday 21 March 20011
Consistency on the water was once again the name of the game as ‘Bad News’ (Luke Wagner/ Byron Watt) travelled fast in challenging wind conditions to take the Hunter Class’ National title.
Thirty-five of these ever-popular nineteen foot keelers participated in the three-day championship regatta, sailed out of DAC on the Vaal Dam. Race Officer, Trevor Hulleman, and his able assistants did very well in typically changeable Highveld dam wind conditions to get through the quota of races to the satisfaction of the participants.
The results of the only two races completed on the Saturday reflected the widely-ranging performances of the competing boats in the often-fluky conditions. By the end of the second day, only four or five boats had made the most of their opportunities and were in realistic contention for top honours, with clear evidence of close tussles throughout the remainder of the fleet. A single race on Monday, sailed in light and variable conditions, determined the final positions for the regatta.
Luke was able to put his rapidly-growing sailing experience to the test against many of the more mature campaigners in the Hunter Class and was certainly not found wanting. Multiple past champions, John Bruckman and Dave Martinson, were complimentary in their praise of Luke as they settled for second place after their competitive showing in the early races of the regatta. Luke represents the growing number of young sailors coming to the fore in keeler fleet competitions across the country. A most positive sign indeed.
Henley Midmar Yacht Club won the ‘Reg Beavitt Memorial Trophy’ after their five top finishing ‘HMYC Raiders’ entrants pipped Witbank Yacht and Aquatic Club’s team by the narrowest of margins in the competition for the club trophy. It was interesting to note the encouraging number of entrants from clubs towing boats to the Vaal.
Results:
Scratch – 1. ‘Bad News’ (Luke Wagner/Byron Watt)
2. ‘Copadaph’ (John Bruckman/Dave Martinson)
3. ‘Vaal Valk’ (Herbie Karolius/Keith Vennell)
Handicap – 1. ‘Haysons’ (Colin Hay/Steve Mathews)
2. ‘Kingship’ (James King/Oliver Reprich)
3. ‘Wings’ (Sleigh Haynes/John Haynes)
Youth – 1. ‘Spottymoto’ (David Santiero/Sean van Rensburg)
Ladies – 1. ‘Assegaai’ – (Jessica Lenz/Birgit Johnstone)
Reg Beavitt (Club Competition ) Memorial Trophy – Henley Midmar Yacht Club
Thursday, March 10, 2011
HMYC - The Masthead
MARCH 2011
NOTICES
CLUB SUBSCRIPTIONS
Please note that the club subs are due on the 1st May of each year and while we are not trying to look for resignations, it must be remembered that any such resignation must be received within 21 days of the first account for the subs. Failing this the full years subs will be due and payable. Furthermore we are trying to investigate the possibility of setting up a debit order system which will make annual payments that much easier.
INFORMATION
The club Secretary will be drawing up a questionnaire to obtain updated particulars of members and it would be greatly appreciated if you would kindly complete these and return them to Heather as soon as possible.
LIQUOR LICENCE
The Club now has a liquor licence, and the relevant rules must be strictly adhered to. A copy of the pub rules is available in the Pub and we would again urge members to strictly adhere to these regulations otherwise our licence will be at jeopardy.
MIDMAR CARD
We have received an email from Ms Neli Khoza who is 2 I.C. at Midmar Resort. If you are currently in possession of a Midmar Entry Card which still has a few months to go before expiry, you are urged to please notify Neli as a matter of urgency so that a replacement card can be issued to you. Unfortunately, failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the current card and entry will be denied at the main gate. The resort are in the process of changing their gate entry system so we urge all members to comply with this request as soon as is possible. They have asked for the information before the end of the week so if you are not able to get to Midmar, we suggest that a phone call to Neli at 033 330 2067 or an email to khozan@kznwildlife.com will help.
NEW MEMBERS
We would like to welcome Ms J McMillan who has had her membership status altered.
MIDMAR MILE
Please note that the Club has had a letter from the Swim School who rented the premises, saying how delighted they were with the club, its staff and caterer. We have negotiated a 5 year lease with them which will bring in good revenue to the club and which is guaranteed for the future.
QUANTUM HMYC 9-HOUR ENDURANCE RACE
What a great day both from a weather point of view and from the increased participation to 54 boats at the start line and most at the finish line as well. Our thanks go to our main sponsor, Quantum Sails and also to Seaport supplies for the regatta and to Richard Willington for the beers which kept the club afloat over the weekend. Of course we owe a huge thank you to Dave Wagner and his committee and helpers on the day for the massive amount of organising that lead to a happy event.
MPUMALANGA HUNTER CHAMPIONSHIPS
We had a number of our Hunter sailors who took part, and early and brief news is that the HMYC flag was flying high with Tony/Hank on Odins Eye taking the honours. Well done guys. We are waiting for the full results but understand that HMYC did very well overall.
HUNTER NATIONALS AT DAC
We have a number of members and crew heading off to the above champs over the weekend of the 19th-21st March and we wish them all fair winds and happy sailing. Let us hope that we can repeat previous honours by bringing the trophy home again.
EASTER REGATTA
Alan Barr is very involved with this regatta so if anyone needs any further information on this event to be sailed off Durban, please contact Alan.
2010/2011 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Please diarise the date of Saturday 4th June 2011 which has been set for the Annual General Meeting and make every effort to attend.
HAPPY SAILING AND FAIR WINDS
NOTICES
CLUB SUBSCRIPTIONS
Please note that the club subs are due on the 1st May of each year and while we are not trying to look for resignations, it must be remembered that any such resignation must be received within 21 days of the first account for the subs. Failing this the full years subs will be due and payable. Furthermore we are trying to investigate the possibility of setting up a debit order system which will make annual payments that much easier.
INFORMATION
The club Secretary will be drawing up a questionnaire to obtain updated particulars of members and it would be greatly appreciated if you would kindly complete these and return them to Heather as soon as possible.
LIQUOR LICENCE
The Club now has a liquor licence, and the relevant rules must be strictly adhered to. A copy of the pub rules is available in the Pub and we would again urge members to strictly adhere to these regulations otherwise our licence will be at jeopardy.
MIDMAR CARD
We have received an email from Ms Neli Khoza who is 2 I.C. at Midmar Resort. If you are currently in possession of a Midmar Entry Card which still has a few months to go before expiry, you are urged to please notify Neli as a matter of urgency so that a replacement card can be issued to you. Unfortunately, failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the current card and entry will be denied at the main gate. The resort are in the process of changing their gate entry system so we urge all members to comply with this request as soon as is possible. They have asked for the information before the end of the week so if you are not able to get to Midmar, we suggest that a phone call to Neli at 033 330 2067 or an email to khozan@kznwildlife.com will help.
NEW MEMBERS
We would like to welcome Ms J McMillan who has had her membership status altered.
MIDMAR MILE
Please note that the Club has had a letter from the Swim School who rented the premises, saying how delighted they were with the club, its staff and caterer. We have negotiated a 5 year lease with them which will bring in good revenue to the club and which is guaranteed for the future.
QUANTUM HMYC 9-HOUR ENDURANCE RACE
What a great day both from a weather point of view and from the increased participation to 54 boats at the start line and most at the finish line as well. Our thanks go to our main sponsor, Quantum Sails and also to Seaport supplies for the regatta and to Richard Willington for the beers which kept the club afloat over the weekend. Of course we owe a huge thank you to Dave Wagner and his committee and helpers on the day for the massive amount of organising that lead to a happy event.
MPUMALANGA HUNTER CHAMPIONSHIPS
We had a number of our Hunter sailors who took part, and early and brief news is that the HMYC flag was flying high with Tony/Hank on Odins Eye taking the honours. Well done guys. We are waiting for the full results but understand that HMYC did very well overall.
HUNTER NATIONALS AT DAC
We have a number of members and crew heading off to the above champs over the weekend of the 19th-21st March and we wish them all fair winds and happy sailing. Let us hope that we can repeat previous honours by bringing the trophy home again.
EASTER REGATTA
Alan Barr is very involved with this regatta so if anyone needs any further information on this event to be sailed off Durban, please contact Alan.
2010/2011 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Please diarise the date of Saturday 4th June 2011 which has been set for the Annual General Meeting and make every effort to attend.
HAPPY SAILING AND FAIR WINDS
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Quick Newsflash- Wednesday 9 March
Just for your info……
A couple of HMYC Hunter ‘Raiders’ undertook a pre-Nationals ‘recce’ to WYAC over the past weekend to participate in the Mpumalanga Hunter Provs in Witbank.
Suffice to say that the WYAC hospitality, once again, was of the ‘top drawer’ and that the ‘Silverbacks’ came away with the Gold ( Odin putting on a sublime display at the helm in changeable wind conditions) while Mrs Changuion’s ‘prats’ came away sans sail ( a story in itself!).
Second in the Provs was the WYAC Bruckman/Martinson combination with another WYAC combo of Mike Hayton and Malcolm Orin taking Bronze.
Hunter Nationals are just over a week away !!!!
Please confirm whether or not you will be in the band of HMYC ‘Raiders’, as entrants or camp followers, travelling to DAC on the Vaal.
Odin would like to take care of the order of HMYC RAIDERS 2011 shirts asap.
HMYC "heads - up" - UPDATE
* Sunday 13 March - Sailing training and Dam Bottle Sprints
(A good opportunity for those wanting to get in some last minute preparations for Hunter Nationals.)
* Saturday 19 to Monday 21 March - HUNTER CLASS NATIONALS - DAC - VAAL DAM
WHERE ARE THE HMYC HUNTER RAIDERS ??????????????
Listed so far (Please confirm):
Essex Girl; Odin's Eye; Country Morning; Flirt; Paradigm Shift; Guesswho?(Millar);Baby Blue(Miln). And who else ?????
* Sunday 3 April - Class Champs and Monthly Mug #8
Final event of the series - Briefing 10h30
* Sunday 10 April - Autumn Handicap
* Sunday 17 April - 2010/2011 Closing Cruise
A couple of HMYC Hunter ‘Raiders’ undertook a pre-Nationals ‘recce’ to WYAC over the past weekend to participate in the Mpumalanga Hunter Provs in Witbank.
Suffice to say that the WYAC hospitality, once again, was of the ‘top drawer’ and that the ‘Silverbacks’ came away with the Gold ( Odin putting on a sublime display at the helm in changeable wind conditions) while Mrs Changuion’s ‘prats’ came away sans sail ( a story in itself!).
Second in the Provs was the WYAC Bruckman/Martinson combination with another WYAC combo of Mike Hayton and Malcolm Orin taking Bronze.
Hunter Nationals are just over a week away !!!!
Please confirm whether or not you will be in the band of HMYC ‘Raiders’, as entrants or camp followers, travelling to DAC on the Vaal.
Odin would like to take care of the order of HMYC RAIDERS 2011 shirts asap.
HMYC "heads - up" - UPDATE
* Sunday 13 March - Sailing training and Dam Bottle Sprints
(A good opportunity for those wanting to get in some last minute preparations for Hunter Nationals.)
* Saturday 19 to Monday 21 March - HUNTER CLASS NATIONALS - DAC - VAAL DAM
WHERE ARE THE HMYC HUNTER RAIDERS ??????????????
Listed so far (Please confirm):
Essex Girl; Odin's Eye; Country Morning; Flirt; Paradigm Shift; Guesswho?(Millar);Baby Blue(Miln). And who else ?????
* Sunday 3 April - Class Champs and Monthly Mug #8
Final event of the series - Briefing 10h30
* Sunday 10 April - Autumn Handicap
* Sunday 17 April - 2010/2011 Closing Cruise
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
HMYC 9hr results are now live
For full results visit www,hmyc.org.za
2011 HMYC QUANTUM 9-HOUR
Sailed: 1, Discards: 0, To count: 1, Ratings: PY, Entries: 54, Scoring system: Appendix A
| SailNo | Boat | Class | HelmName | CrewName | PY | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8675 | Graug Mans | 505 | Gregg Hurter | Andrew Heathcote | 902 | 1.0 |
| 1402 | Funtastic | 29er | Rob Tarboton | Dylan Emmett | 924 | 2.0 |
| 612 | Thunder Bunny | 49er (Old Rig) | Andrew Tarboton | Matthew Rickard | 747 | 3.0 |
| 3434 | Dodgem | Dabchick | Euan Hurter | Sam Bronner | 1190 | 4.0 |
| 145 | Flirt | Hunter 19 | Tony Cockerill | Peter Metcalf | 1034 | 5.0 |
| 148 | La Premier | First Class 8 | Chris Clark | Campbell Alexander | 918 | 6.0 |
| 3730 | Fortune | First Class 7 | Derek Wilkes | Graham Rose | 963 | 7.0 |
| 64939 | Blue Legend | Laser 4.7 | Matthew Russell | Andrew Russell | 1175 | 8.0 |
| 1790 | RS Tera Sport | Chad Stevenson | J Brophy | 1459 | 9.0 | |
| 873 | Legends | Extra Open Transom | Trent Bingham | Byron Gray | 1101 | 10.0 |
| 91029 | Htech | Hobie 16 | Peter Hall | Nicky Obree | 793 | 11.0 |
| Liberty | Stoked | Hickman 680 (Stoked) std mast, no wings, | Struan Campbell | Rick Parker | 834 | 12.0 |
| 90963 | Hobie 16 | Sean Fennessy | Jon Marshall | 793 | 13.0 | |
| 0 | Dynamite | Hickman 680 mod (Dynamite) tall rig, win | Anton Ellens | Nigel Milne | 825 | 14.0 |
| 60309 | Broken Wind | Hobie 14 Turbo | Justin von Niebel | Tim Wickham | 832 | 15.0 |
| 1532 | RS Tera Sport | Sean Hurter | Sam Lombard | 1459 | 16.0 | |
| 2013 | Essex Girl | Hunter 19 | Paul Changuion | Tim Duguid | 1034 | 17.0 |
| 91030 | Quicksilver | Hobie 16 | Chris Sutton | Greg Matthews | 793 | 18.0 |
| 2007 | Witblitz | Hunter 19 | Keith Gerson | Rodger Eshmade | 1034 | 19.0 |
| 2128 | Spectrum | Halcat 2 up | Graham Weyer | Jenifer | 991 | 20.0 |
| 622 | Halofacat | Halcat 2 up | Frans Ras | Steven Hawkins | 991 | 21.0 |
| 5008 | Dart 18 2 up No spin | Mark Allen | Bart Fokkens | 798 | 22.0 | |
| 1323 | Jaclyn | Halcat 2 up | Clynton De Fin | Jackie Barnard | 991 | 23.0 |
| 11 | 49er (Old Rig) | Richard Weddell | Alec Lanham-Love | 747 | 24.0 | |
| 75322 | Vagabond | Hobie 16 | Hugo Pellegrini | Murray Calder | 793 | 25.0 |
| 8 | Solitude | Soling | Nico Jacobs | Nick Matter | 947 | 26.0 |
| 35 | Desiree | L26 | Georg Muller | 928 | 27.0 | |
| 1 | Custard Pie | Polonesian Tri 22 (Custard Pie) | Gary Nielson | R Potgieter | 860 | 28.0 |
| 5408 | Yebo Gogo | Dart 18 2 up No spin | Rob McKellar | Gerald Darcy | 798 | 29.0 |
| 54014 | 420 | Bradley Robinson | Gina Gibson | 1087 | 30.0 | |
| 50 | Tanglefoot | Hobie 16 | Sid Pretorius | Nic Koekemoer | 793 | 31.0 |
| 90908 | Doggone | Hobie 16 | Tim Wickham | Paul Ridsdale | 793 | 32.0 |
| 405 | Country Morning | Hunter 19 | Richard Solomon | Hugh Turpin | 1034 | 33.0 |
| 30 | Hobie Fox F20 | Ed Page | Lorriane Duggan-Jones | 657 | 34.0 | |
| 84 | Escapade | Holiday 23 | Chris Lee | Ron Pet | 1000 | 35.0 |
| 1910 | El Viente | L 20 | Nick Goble | P Steyn | 927 | 36.0 |
| 15 | Zeus | Soling | Victoria Marshall | Matthew Langton | 947 | 37.0 |
| 759 | Quiki | Hunter 19 | Bradley Olsen | Lindsay Weir | 1034 | 38.0 |
| 9 | Cheers | Stadt 26 | Rob Attwell | Phil Downing | 947 | 39.0 |
| 4961 | Bitz | Dart 18 2 up No spin | Alan Barr | Jason Farmer | 798 | 40.0 |
| 16552 | Travis | Hobie 14 | Travis Turpin | Mike Dixon | 908 | 41.0 |
| 91033 | Hobie 16 | Sean Keogh | Rolan Fryer | 793 | 42.0 | |
| 2475 | Romin Cat | Halcat 2 up | Theuns Nel | Mark McFadyen | 991 | 43.0 |
| 716 | Mo | Halcat 2 up | Colin Atkinson | Mike Knight | 991 | 44.0 |
| 65 | Acrux | Holiday 23 | Marius van Vuuren | Roy | 1000 | 45.0 |
| 53 | Knot4sail | Theta 26 Cruising | Neil Skea | Juan Delange | 1105 | 46.0 |
| 27 | Thanu | Theta 26 Cruising | Simon Fogden | Nigel Dunning | 1105 | 47.0 |
| 38 | Papylon | Theta 26 Cruising | Bill Fereday | Natalie Bowden | 1105 | 48.0 |
| 53098 | Fiddle Sticks | 420 | Ricardo de Carvalho | Alaistair Moodie | 1087 | 49.0 |
| 2492 | Halcat 1 up | Alan Tintinger | 969 | 50.0 | ||
| 697 | Halcat 1 up | Michael Dickinson | Dylan Stopforth | 969 | 51.0 | |
| 23048 | Jaytee 2 | Holiday 23 | A Barnard | 1000 | 52.0 | |
| 54227 | Pheasant Plucker | Hobie 16 | Garth Scott | Brett | 793 | 53.0 |
| 60320 | Hobie 14 Turbo | Craig Roodt | Jed Skinner | 832 | 54.0 |
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
PARTINGTON PLATE #5 - Saturday 19 February 2011
A note from Tim Duguid:
Well done Pete and Kevin, comfortably taking the Partington Plate Series Trophy for a second time in two years!!However, the day belonged to Alan on his Dart way ahead of the fleet!!Team Odin also put one over Flirt this time, even with the handicap.A nice series to sail and good to see the bigger Van der Stadts,Thetas, etc involved.I hope that this trend continues next year!!Well done to all and thanks to the Race Officers for doing duty.
Peter "The Pink Pantser's" race report:
Race Officers Roy Shooter and Elspeth Gray set a long course for the final event of the Partington Plate series amidst building winds and a threatening storm. The course started at the Jetty to # 1, across to # 7 (Ashley / Pylon Bay), back to # 1, to # 6, to Finish at the jetty.
A good fleet of 10 boats lined up in the growing Easterly of about 10 to 12 knots.
Rob T on the 29er, Anton E on Dynamite and Alan B of the Dart were off to a quick start in the strong winds, and they raced off to # 1 outer can.
John Bellinger on JB 20 snarled a radio sailing buoy and that was the end of his race.
The torrential rain set in with scattered thunder and lightning in the distance. It became a very wet race but most of the time the wind held well after shifting to the west.
Tony / Hank on Odin were the first boat from the “rest of the fleet” to round # 1, then a fetch from # 1 towards # 7 at Pylon Bay. Flirt passed Odin (with No 1 Vs blade up) and led to # 7, and then all the way back to # 1 with Odin changing back to genoa 'on the run'. Flirt rounded # 1 and sat in the only hole of the dam as the wind went back to NE, allowing Odin to catch up.They were neck and neck down to # 6 where Odin edged ahead in the dying wind.
Knip, the Stadt 26 'Cheers', with Rob Atwell skippering, and Richard / Mary on Hunter 'Country Morning' caught the wind from behind and appeared from nowhere to catch the front runners.
In the end, a very close tussle and some great catch-up racing saw Odin, Flirt, Knip, Cheers and Country Morning finish within 11 minutes of each other after 2 hours of racing.
Alan B took line honours by over an hour on the Dart and Rob T and Anton E both showed DNF’s so not sure what happened to both these boats as they were so far ahead for much of the race.Thanks to Roy and Elspeth for doing bridge duty and to all participants for an enjoyable Partington Plate Series.
HMYC "heads - up" - UPDATE
* SATURDAY 26 FEBRUARY - HMYC/QUANTUM SAILS NINE HOUR
THE BIG ONE - HMYC's SAILING EVENT OF THE YEAR
* Sunday 6 March - Class Champs #7 and Monthly Mug cancelled, after consideration of impact of HMYC boats participating in Hunter Provs in Witbank)
( Hunter Mpumalanga Provs - Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 March-Witbank)
Travellers to date are: Essex Girl; Bad News; Odin's Eye (Any others ????)
* Sunday 13 March - Sailing training and Dam Bottle Sprints
* Saturday 19 to Monday 21 March - HUNTER CLASS NATIONALS - DAC - VAAL DAM
WHERE ARE THE HMYC HUNTER RAIDERS ??????????????Listed so far:Essex Girl; Bad News; Odin's Eye; Country Morning; Flirt; Paradigm Shift;Knip. And who else ?????
* Sunday 3 April - Class Champs and Monthly Mug #8
Final event of the series - Briefing 10h30
* Sunday 10 April - Autumn Handicap
* Sunday 17 April - 2010/2011 Closing Cruise
Well done Pete and Kevin, comfortably taking the Partington Plate Series Trophy for a second time in two years!!However, the day belonged to Alan on his Dart way ahead of the fleet!!Team Odin also put one over Flirt this time, even with the handicap.A nice series to sail and good to see the bigger Van der Stadts,Thetas, etc involved.I hope that this trend continues next year!!Well done to all and thanks to the Race Officers for doing duty.
Peter "The Pink Pantser's" race report:
Race Officers Roy Shooter and Elspeth Gray set a long course for the final event of the Partington Plate series amidst building winds and a threatening storm. The course started at the Jetty to # 1, across to # 7 (Ashley / Pylon Bay), back to # 1, to # 6, to Finish at the jetty.
A good fleet of 10 boats lined up in the growing Easterly of about 10 to 12 knots.
Rob T on the 29er, Anton E on Dynamite and Alan B of the Dart were off to a quick start in the strong winds, and they raced off to # 1 outer can.
John Bellinger on JB 20 snarled a radio sailing buoy and that was the end of his race.
The torrential rain set in with scattered thunder and lightning in the distance. It became a very wet race but most of the time the wind held well after shifting to the west.
Tony / Hank on Odin were the first boat from the “rest of the fleet” to round # 1, then a fetch from # 1 towards # 7 at Pylon Bay. Flirt passed Odin (with No 1 Vs blade up) and led to # 7, and then all the way back to # 1 with Odin changing back to genoa 'on the run'. Flirt rounded # 1 and sat in the only hole of the dam as the wind went back to NE, allowing Odin to catch up.They were neck and neck down to # 6 where Odin edged ahead in the dying wind.
Knip, the Stadt 26 'Cheers', with Rob Atwell skippering, and Richard / Mary on Hunter 'Country Morning' caught the wind from behind and appeared from nowhere to catch the front runners.
In the end, a very close tussle and some great catch-up racing saw Odin, Flirt, Knip, Cheers and Country Morning finish within 11 minutes of each other after 2 hours of racing.
Alan B took line honours by over an hour on the Dart and Rob T and Anton E both showed DNF’s so not sure what happened to both these boats as they were so far ahead for much of the race.Thanks to Roy and Elspeth for doing bridge duty and to all participants for an enjoyable Partington Plate Series.
HMYC "heads - up" - UPDATE
* SATURDAY 26 FEBRUARY - HMYC/QUANTUM SAILS NINE HOUR
THE BIG ONE - HMYC's SAILING EVENT OF THE YEAR
* Sunday 6 March - Class Champs #7 and Monthly Mug cancelled, after consideration of impact of HMYC boats participating in Hunter Provs in Witbank)
( Hunter Mpumalanga Provs - Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 March-Witbank)
Travellers to date are: Essex Girl; Bad News; Odin's Eye (Any others ????)
* Sunday 13 March - Sailing training and Dam Bottle Sprints
* Saturday 19 to Monday 21 March - HUNTER CLASS NATIONALS - DAC - VAAL DAM
WHERE ARE THE HMYC HUNTER RAIDERS ??????????????Listed so far:Essex Girl; Bad News; Odin's Eye; Country Morning; Flirt; Paradigm Shift;Knip. And who else ?????
* Sunday 3 April - Class Champs and Monthly Mug #8
Final event of the series - Briefing 10h30
* Sunday 10 April - Autumn Handicap
* Sunday 17 April - 2010/2011 Closing Cruise
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