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Indoor Sailing Simulator – Wednesday 15th February

Ruth Ivory — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:09:39 +0000

We have arranged to have the sailing simulator on site on Wednesday 15th February, this event has proved very popular over the last couple of years, and we will once again be providing a prize for fastest indoor sailor. For those of you that have not attended this event before details of the simulator can be found at www.indoorsailing.com. The bar and galley will be open, so if you are wanting to sail in the warm and dry come along and give it a go the simulator will be on-site from 6pm onwards I look forward to seeing you there.

Icicle Series Week 1 Results

Karl Pountney — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:16:27 +0000

A decent turn-out and relatively mild weather meant a really good start to this year’s Icicle Series. The results are now available.

Thanks goes to Karl Pountney, Brian Finch, Robert Finch, Marcus Finch and Jonathan Finch for providing the race management and support cover. Volunteers are required for the rest of the series, and in particular we need a Race Officer for week 2 (Sunday 15th January). Please email duty@swsc.org.uk if you can help.

Mobile Chandlery

Ruth Ivory — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 15:01:09 +0000

We have recently formed a partnership with Virtual Rigger an online chandlery offering everything from boat hardware to clothing, the full range can be found at Virtual Rigger

Virtual Rigger are offering members and friends of SWSC a 10% discount on all on-line products just insert the following coupon code VRSSC2011 at time of order.

Starting from the end of November Virtual Rigger will be visiting the Club on the last Sunday of every month they will have with them a small range of stock for immediate purchase and any pre-ordered Items which can be delivered to the club free of charge.

Local Success – Topper 4.2 National Series

Karl Pountney — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 07:26:59 +0000

Congratulations to Stewartby Sailors Joseph Mullen, Izzie Stylianides and Katy Parish on their success in the current Topper 4.2 National Series. Having won the Stewartby Junior Autumn Mini-Series (JAMS) last November, Joseph leads the National Series on 3 points. Izzie and Katie are currently placed 21st and 23rd overall in what seems to be a very competitive fleet.

You can find full details of the Topper 4.2 National series on the www.gbrtopper.co.uk website.

Graduate Nationals: Results & Pictures

Steve Ivory — Fri, 13 May 2011 11:16:46 +0000

A report from the Graduate Nationals has been posted on Yachts and Yachting and can be viewed here The event was a huge success, thank you very much to all those involved - Race Officer and support crews, galley, registration desk volunteers and indeed all those members who extended a warm welcome to the Graduate class.

Some pictures have been added to the gallery and can be seen here.

The results of the Graduate Nationals can be found here.

Sailing School Course Dates

Steve Ivory — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:10:46 +0000

With the section events diary finalised, the sailing school pages have been updated with the course dates for the coming season.

If you are interested in booking a course or have any queries regarding training then please contact Steve Ivory at the Sailing School

Sailing Simulator Evening – Wednesday 16th

Steve Ivory — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 12:27:34 +0000

Following the very popular event last year we are pleased to announce the return of the full size sailing simulator on the evening of Wednesday 16th. Last years event was as competitive on dry land as it usually is on the water! Come along and brush up your skills in time for the new season.

Club Location Page Updated

Karl Pountney — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 02:24:27 +0000

With the completion of the A421 dual-carriageway between the M1 Junction 13 and the Marsh Leys interchange south of Kempston, the location page on the website has been updated with new directions to the club.

When giving directions to the club from either the M1 or A1 we recommend that you direct visitors to the Marston Moretaine junction on the A421. This is by far the simplest exit regardless of the direction of travel.

The old A421 road has been retained as a local road from Marston Gate (Amazon Depot) through to Marsh Leys (ASDA Depot) so those approaching from the A507 and via Liddlington, Ridgmont or Woburn (Turnpike Road) can follow the old route to the club.

Mark Laying Course

Karl Pountney — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 19:47:01 +0000

The club is looking into the viability of running a mark-laying course at the club for members. The course, which is accredited by the RYA is aimed at race officials that are responsible for laying marks for significant dinghy racing events. It is part of a range of courses designed to ensure that clubs and classes can call on trained race officials.
The course would take place sometime over the winter sailing period in time for next year at the club. Theory would cover situations on flat water and tidal, with the practical elements of the course taking place on the water.

If you are interested in this course, or would like further details on the other race official courses (Race Officer or Rules Advisor) please contact race.officials@swsc.org.uk. The date, cost of course and more details will come and is in part dependent on the amount of interest.

JAMS Week 1 Results

Karl Pountney — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 19:59:07 +0000

Saturday 23rd October saw week 1 of the Junior Autumn Mini-Series (JAMS) take place in breezy conditions. 8 toppers took to the water for 4 fast and furious races on championship courses. The two sprint races in the morning got everyone warmed up and after a spot of lunch, two longer races had everything from port-line flyers doing turns through to a heated racing at the front leading to Harry J. ending Joseph M. winning streak.

Results now available.

Week two takes place on Saturday 30th. Be ready to race at 11.30 – and don’t forget lunch (Phil!)