For all you new to paddle boarding here is a video of what you can aspire to with a few weeks practice

After a successful event at the Cadet World Championships, Alex Warrington and Ellie Wootton in 8541 “Stress” came home in the World Team Fleet a creditable 12th place. They managed to win the first race of the event which set them up well for a challenging championships in tough conditions.

The TBYC teams are now preparing for the National Championships in Abersoch starting this weekend. Alex and Ellie will be joined by TBYC team of Matt and Katy Lloyd in 9029 “Freestyle” and Stone/TBYC pairing of Kat Selfe and Ben Warrington sailing 7280 “Predator”.

Wish them luck and follow their progress on Twitter – @GBRCadets or Facebook – GBR Cadet.

Tickets are £8 for adults and £3.50 for under 12s. Includes burger, salad, a drink from the bar (beer, wine or a soft drink) and entertainment from Groovy Tunes, with guaranteed foam this time.  Food will be served at 6pm. Groovy Tunes from 7pm. Tickets are available from the bar, or call 01702 587563, or email [email protected].

Our new chef, Scott, is keen and excited to try to feed all our hungry sailors, so please come and support him at his first event for the club.

For Sale; RS Feva XL 627

Opportunity to buy an ex squad boat with a good racing record. One owner from new, not your average cadet beach toy. Has been an out-and-out racer from new and maintained accordingly.

Fast and fully race prepared; tapered sheets, Ronstan mainsheet ratchet block, auto ratchet spinnaker blocks and kicker, Harken and Ronstan throughout the rest of the boat with various aspects revised and improved over standard.

Very good foils, modern snug-fitting centerboard case fitted, wing nut on rudder stock modified for exceptionally easy tightening, carbon tiller extension. Minor chip to rear of rudder blade (pictured) easily fixed in an afternoon.

Weighed to settle an argument between friends a few years back; boat was around 20kgs lighter than number 2000 all up and they’ve only been built heavier since. Despite the age and low weight, the hull remains solid and is in very good condition with only a very minor dent to the hull, courtesy of an Irish kid who didn’t understand start lines. (pictured, way above waterline so no effect on performance) More watertight than most boats RS have made, too!
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TBYC Regatta, 24th, 25th and 26th August 2013 (now including NOR Link)

8 races over 3 days.  Prizes for the top 3 boats in each class.  Fast Cat Chris Hull Memorial Trophy on Monday.

Free entry to members and visitors, camping available.  BBQ and music on Saturday Evening (tickets available from the bar now).

Saturday registration from 10:30, briefing in clubhouse 11:30.

First race Saturday 13:00, Race 4 Sunday 13:30, Race 7 Monday 14:30, prize giving as soon as possible after racing

Click the link below for the NOR & Supplementary Sailing Instructions.

TBYC Regatta 2013 NOR V3-1

Looking for a duty swop or somebody to cover for me on Monday the 26th August Seasafe 7 helm

Please e-mail dclar124@btinternet .com or call me 07983  382 335

Regards

Danny Clark

Well done to Savva, finished 26th out of a fleet of 39 at the Laser Nationals at Paignton Last week.

Laser Team

Lesley Duncan partner to Gary Burrows died recently when struck by lightning whilst walking the dogs with her friends at the local country park.

Lesley’s funeral will be at 3:40 on Tuesday 20th August at
South Essex Crematorium, Ockendon Rd,
Corbets Tey, Upminster, RM14 2UY

followed by a reception at
High House Barns, Vellacott Close, Purfleet,
RM19 1AF.

We would prefer a donation to Lesley’s charity page in lieu of flowers.

Please wear a ‘splash of colour’

http://donateinmemory.cancerresearchuk.org/0004239

Thanks
Gary

We are looking for a volunteer to take on a duty this coming Saturday :

 UPDATE in red –

• SS3 Crew  Duty on Saturday 24 August 2013  – Regatta 3 races – Race Start at 13:00 – NOW FILLED – Thanks Dave

ADDITIONALLY –  SS2 crew is looking for someone to take their place on SAT 24 AUGUST  – offers please – NOW FILLED – Thanks Ian

If you are able to help out with this duty please volunteer through DutyMan or contact Graham Dare ( phone/ text:  07946 413923 or email: [email protected])

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Thanks in anticipation of your help.

Get up and come for a sail tomorrow morning

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Breakfast Race – Mass Start, average lap racing – Start at 9.00am.

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Winning crew get a free breakfast!!!  – YUM YUM

But that’s not why you’ll come – its because its going to be warm with a nice sailing breeze to start the day off.

See you there.