The wind direction was as forecast, from the NE ish with only small variations at irregular intervals. Strength was light, 5-7 mph punctuated by a sharp dry squall mid morning just to keep us all awake.

Thanks to Alan N for running the morning, assisted by others as required, but particularly Roger who not only got the racing kit set up and ready but also managed to do some work on the mower as well.

Beautiful morning at the lake , 11 Skippers showed up, only thing missing was a decent breeze. OOD,s had a dificult task today as the wind was doing some 180 degree turns , however it was as they say the same for all and we got in 5 long races , each with three almost full length beats. Mick with the Sedici was quick today and took the first four races, Jen hand sporting her brand new Brit Pop was also quick, The breeze at times just switched off and then came back and you were lucky or you missed out some would say it was a lottery, but it was a pleasant morning, Thanks to the OOD’s  and to Alan for manning the finish line and all the helpers with the dingy etc . Geoff may have taken a few pics so I will add these later, also just to Add  that Geoff has now become a I.O.M owner, so will be joining us soon .

A few pics from a calm lake for round 7 , many thanks Geoff

What can I say , yet another spanking good day at Lincoln , sunshine and a B suit breeze from the South West around 12/14 knots .

Scared to say it,, but no salad, Mick Chamberlain OOD opted for a South bank course with a bit of a hand dog dog leg giving two good beats , as the morning wore on the breeze moved more into the Sout and we should have moved to the east bank ( but Did Not)

The fleet all bar Mick Chamberlain started on A suit which in fairness was the right choice Mick one the first race but only just and so the fleet were not convinced ,,, race two the wind did get up a bit and Mick won that one by quite a large margin, so we had a ten minute break for anybody who wnted to change, most did but Sam Gill our visitor and new to DF racing only had an A rig so had to stick,  but I have to say he had some decent races and ended up 4th overall, Gordon and Jen pushed Mick hard and on occasions got in front , but they could not make it stick, Mick leg seemed a lot better he was agile on the bank and was going very well on the water. We also had a pair of Stan’s at the lake both prospective new members who have got themselves a DF 95 each and were keen to learn what they could minus their boats this week, Highlite of the day was Geoff Streeter getting a third in race 4 , Geoff has come a long way in the short time he has been sailing and unfortunatley had to rush off to pick up family from the airport, but what a way to finish his day. Even better was the “Scotto” was drawn ,,,,,,,,and Gordon Bennett took home the £ 25.00 well done mate as they say you have to be in to to win it. 2nd time Gordon has won it, apparently he is pretty good with the Gee Gee’s ,.

Many thanks to all who helped out and I do believe round five is on 28th July and there will be specific training for this class all are welcome it starts at 0930 for about an hour

result below

Mick Chamberlain in days gone by

Hi everybody, I need some new words of praise for the sailing at Scotland farm, It just seems to get better and better, Today 10 skippers enjoyed some fantastic racing, The weather was perfect sunshine and a steady 7/10 knots from the North East, a back hand dogleg course was agian used to great effect giving two great beats and a long run and all the time keeping skippers boats close to the bank so no eye strain was needed, I can also say but ” Mumms” the word that here we are aproaching July and the usual annoying salad has yet to rear its ugly head, we will all have a view on it I am sure of that, See results below but have to say it was a great mornings racing, Thanks to all the helpers and Official OOD’s . Just to remind you that next week is round 4 of the DF 95 c;lass as it was changed by mutual consent.                  So DF 95 NEXT WEEK .

Pics below are various venues racing DF 95’s thanks for the piccy takers

Nice colour sheme

Perfect beating Trim

Remember those days , footings for the clubhouse