Auckland Sunday

Plenty of wind but some rain as well although forecast is for these to be "passing showers" We're sailing today at BPP. Meet about 12.30 to set up, quick discussion on tactics at 1 pm followed by specific practice session for an hour, then free sailing. Bring 3mtr sails, wet weather gear and thermals!

Russell

Finally! Wind all afternoon. From 20+ knts this morning it dropped away to 5–6 knts about 12.30 and everyone thought "here we go again" but after a brief discussion on sailing tactics the wind came up and everyone headed out for some practice in about 12 knts on a modified short course to keep everyone on their toes. 7 two minute races to get everyone warmed up then onto practicing tactics around a slightly longer course. The wind kept coming up until we had over 15 knts with gusts around 20. Some changed to 3 metre sails for better control but the 4s dominated overall. Best speed I heard was just under 60 km/hr, not bad for a short cours. Wind dropped away again about 4 as everyone packed up. This was fantastic sailing, some of the best we've had this year and a chance to practice in something other than marginal conditions. Blokart grins all around. Next weekend quite a few are heading for Papamoa for BBC race day. Russell