Its always the parents that write about whether the Nationals/worlds
were good bad or ugly. So I thought I would put down my thoughts in
bullet form and hope that the sailors will add comments,whether they agree or disagree.
Venue
I thought the venue was great,what a a great view of the Bay for spectators although the racing was a little far away to be of visual impact.The Clubhouse and grounds were well set up and thought the slipway logistics and boat park pretty slick.
Wind,courses & racing.
I think the wind played along nicely apart from one nasty squall which in retro-spect was well handled by the organisors. Apart from some unhappiness about damage caused by the rescue teams no one was in particular danger. One lesson though, we need to educate or at least have a chat to the rescue crews before big events on how to handle a Dabbie in trouble. we must bear in mind that most rescue teams are made up of volunteers which have one thing in mind the sailor.
Parents/sailors
I met some great people mostly new to the Dabchick world. I think we are very like minded with a mission to ensure sailing,good competitition and plain good clean fun for our young sailors. I see great things happening in the Western cape, thanks to all involved. Alan the spoon is going back to you next year,we are in training.
Mylar/Dacron
The first 2 finshers were Mylar sails. But having said that apart from Leo who was moving like a rocket young Tim Manley was biting at his heels, Gareth(dacron) and James Stock (Mylar) was hot & cold so in my mind – I still dont know.Time & testing will tell.
2009 Must be a year where we recruit, recruit recruit. To do this we need to demonstrate what a great boat we have and especially what a great bunch of sailors sail them.
VIVA LEO DAVIS
Before I close well done to Leo, you really sailed well,consistent and fast, a well earned win congratulations.
All credit to last years winner, James Stock who staged a last minute come back to gain 2nd place,with Tim Manley in 3rd and Gareth 4th.
Owen Baxter
DASA Chairman
