PANTHERA STRIKES AGAIN
Date: Wednesday, April 11 2007 @ 13:46:30 GMT
The big issue at the 16th Red Funnel Easter Challenge was about how to cope in light airs – a scenario that is always going to be a possibility in yacht racing. The general conditions were super light with gradient breeze being affected by weak sea breezes. Knowing when the breeze would shift and gauging the strong tide were the major conundrums for the competitors. However, despite the lack of breeze, the 72 competing yachts at the regatta enjoyed the event immensely. The general consensus of opinion was that the Red Funnel Easter Challenge is an ideal way to start the season and a real test of what needs to be done to improve performance.
Race 5, the last race of the regatta, finally got underway at 1300 when a steady breeze of 8-10 knots set in. The Race Committee laid a short windward leeward course of six miles for the big boats and four and a half miles for all other classes. There was a general recall for the first race but all the competitors were very thankful to get back out on the race course.
Throughout the weekend, the competitors have enjoyed some well organised racing and thanks go to all members of the Race Committee. A special mention should also go to the committee boats: Atlantis (Andy & Fiona Bristow); Condor (Bill Oakley); 3C’s (Alec Cokes and Mike Scott) and the team of on-the-water coaches.
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