Race 1 of the inaugural BSC Friday Afternoon Non-Spinnaker Series saw a fleet of 5 sail in perfect sunny conditions that saw NE breezes averaging around 10 knots.
For most, the finish was close with Balmain Tiger taking the win. See the link to the results below.
https://www.topyacht.net.au/results/clubs/balmainsc/2015/kb/fanss/01RGrp31.htm
All of the competitors came back to the clubhouse for drinks and the consensus was that this series will surely grow.
We have since had additional entries.
The series will run every Friday afternoon until the end of July and will appeal to those who are retired and can muster a crew – or, those who ‘work from home’.
This is a Non-Spinnaker Pursuit Race commencing at 1330 hours. The series will be split into 2 (Series 1 and 2). There will be 3 discards in Series 1 (9 races) and 3 discards in Series 2 (also 9 races).
This is a low-management series with no laid marks, no starters and no tender services. The BSC will publish offset times on their website every Friday morning. There is ONE course and start times will be determined by the forecast on the day.
Skippers will be required to text their first lap and finish times to me on my mobile [0411206347]. Please ensure that your finish time includes hours, minutes and seconds!
Following the race, boat owners are invited to come back to the BSC for drinks and a sausage sizzle. Those coming from further afield are welcome to tie up in our new marina.
For those who have yet to enter, you can do so by clicking on the link below:
https://www.topyacht.com.au/db/aus/entry_menu.php?EventID=480
The list of entrants and their handicaps/offset times for Race 2 will be published on Friday morning prior to the race.
Below is the link to the Sailing Instructions
https://www.balmainsailingclub.com/downloads/BSC_2016_Friday_Afternoon_Series_Series_SIs_.pdf
If you are not on the current entry list and intend competing, or, if you intend entering and require assistance, please feel free to email me for further information.
