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Yacht Racing News

Women on Water Sailing !

Tuesday Twilight is tailored specially for women sailors . Racing is scheduled fortnightly throughout Summer . Five more races to go in the Series !
We would love to see more women out sailing and helming boats . If you would like to know more about how to get involved contact the Sailing Office or speak to Tammy Lindsay , Women ’ s Fleet Captain . Current Standings : Division 1 : Pretty Woman ( 4pts ), Summersalt ( 11pts ), Kerazy ( 12pts ) Division 2 : Pegasus ( 6pts ), Venue ( 7pts ), Under Pressure ( 9pts ) The Tuesday Women ’ s Twilight Series is supported by Tina Ernfridsson ( independent Arbonne consultant )

Friday One Design & Sports Boat Mini Twilight Series

The short Friday Twilight Series continues for 2018 . The Series is designed for One Design and Sports boats to enjoy windward / leeward races returning to the Edinburgh Bar for some sunset drinks and nibbles .
An additional race has been scheduled for Friday 9 February which leads into the Summer One Design and Sports Boat Regatta weekend .
A great event for those that have busy weekends or wish to compete in up to three short sprint races with fellow mates and family .
Contact the Sailing Office about leasing an Elliott 7 .

Whisper Mug Winners !

Well done to Saturday ' s winners in the Whisper Mug 2017 and all competitors who enjoyed the 20nm course to Dangar Island and back in brilliant E / NE 15knt conditions . The Whisper Mug , Pick Pocket , Chris & Julia Hornsby The Zebulon Plate , Easy Tiger VI , Tom Spithill The Josie Trophy , Rojak , Andrew Glover The Starter ' s Cup , Galileo , Sal Ridulfo