2018 SWDCS3 @ West Cornwall

Congratulations to Peter Cropper on winning this event.

Sunday 13th May was to see 12 entries for what turned out to be an enjoyable days sailing.

PRO Gavin Watson with the assistance of Barry Chisam set out a long course of a windward, spreader and a gate to accommodate the the WNW wind coming onto the reservoir. This allowed a good deal of racing up and down the bank. Unfortunately the bushes had recently had a spurt of growth and made the sighting of the windward mark awkward at times.

The first 4 races were taken by 4 different individuals and that was to set the scenario for the rest of the day. Wind shifts were common which made it good tactical racing if you could find the right line. Peter Cropper won the first race with his Asbo 2 and Bob Conner took the second. That was quite an achievement as he sailed the day with his arm in a sling after a recent shoulder op.

Lunchtime saw Barry Chisam and Richard Wills with the pruning shears and at least to my delight the windward mark was visible from all angles.

Afternoon sailing continued with the wind slightly stronger and more consistent. Richard Wills showed good form sailing his Scurry. He took second place at the end of the day followed closely by Richard Aucott, Alan Perham and Bob Conner all taking the prizes.

Thanks to the West Cornwall Team for putting on this event