This is a passage race and a different challenge than racing around the cans.

There will be drinks and a DIY BBQ at the finish.

Cruise in company back to the Sound after lunch.

Entry via new Facebook page.

www.facebook.com/sailplymouthuk

Here is a guide on how to enter.

Facebook Race Entry guide

I am thinking we should extend the Winter quiz nights into the rest of the (mostly wintery) year.

Hoping for a more Spring like experience next week!

There’s been great uptake on the training sessions so now is the time to setup up and hoist some flags.

If you’ve put your name forward already someone will be in contact with you to get you booked in.

* Race Entry
* Paypal
* Notice of Race / Sailing Instructions

What would be more fun is to come to the quiz night / registration evening this Wednesday at the club but the option is there either way.

If you haven’t been to the quiz night bring some friends, preferably clever ones, and see how you get on.

If you have a Twitter account and follow http://twitter.com/RPCYC with the mobile option you will receive a text whenever a sailing post with results is put on this site.

How to follow RPCYC on Twitter

4 simple steps

1. Sign up for a Twitter account
2. Register your mobile against your account
3. Find and Follow RPCYC
4. Add mobile updates

Step 1

Follow standard Twitter signup procedure here.

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Click on the RPCYC link to go to the RPCYC Twitter page.

Click on the clear mobile icon

Once it’s set it will go green.

All sailing articles will now be sent to your mobile.

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When you get a text you can:

• Use a computer and go to the twitter site and click through the latest tweet to the new article on www.rpcyc.co.uk
• Use a computer and go straight to www.rpcyc.co.uk and find the article in the normal way
• Click the link in the SMS on your mobile.  This will take you twitter from where you can click through to the article.

The image below shows Sailwave results on a mobile after clicking through from an SMS update.

You’ll get a ring side seat for the starts!

Contact sail@rpcyc.com if you can help.

Welcome Woody and good luck.

High tide is at 4pm.

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BTW – What made Pocahontas famous?

Series details are available here.

• Notice of Race
• Race Entry

Sadly any fancy dress efforts will have to be used to to go shopping in the true spirit of Christmas.

Please try and make the Winter Series starting in Early January.

Dates and Notice of Race to be confirmed soon.

The Race Officer Training session will still be held but is delayed until 10am.

If you can help out in the Race Office and want to find out more or have already put your name forward  please come down to the Race Office for 10am.

It was not until 1753 that Ligoniers Battery was constructed, immediately to the North of the site, with its guns protecting the foreshore to the mouth of the Tamar at Devil’s Point. A second battery was built to protect the mouth of the River Plym. This was called Fredericks Battery and , after these Batteries were decommissioned in the 1850`s, Ligoniers was demolished to allow the construction of Madeira Road. Fredericks Battery forms the basis of the Club premises. The remains of the tunnel connecting these Batteries to the Citadel can still be found at the North West corner of our harbour.

The Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club was founded in 1877 The Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club was founded in 1877 in premises in the town. It was formed to promote local sailing and rooms were rented at West Hoe and on Plymouth Pier to conduct our Clubs sailing events. It was so successful that in 1886 it was granted the status of a Royal Yacht Club. This was followed in 1893 by being awarded the permission to fly the Blue Ensign.

The growth of the Club was such that new premises were needed so in 1896 our present Clubhouse was acquired. After some alterations (including accommodation for a live in steward) the whole of the Club’s activities were transferred to this site by the year 1899. It was not, however, until 1936 that the lease was purchased, meaning that the whole of the site is now owned by the Club and is freehold.

Not all members approved the move to the new premises. Breakaway groups remained at West Hoe (to form the now defunct R.S.W.Y.C) and on Plymouth Pier to form the Plymouth Division of the Minima Yacht Club, also now defunct.

Our Club originally arranged racing for three classes of yachts and in 1902 pioneered dinghy racing in Plymouth Sound. It progressed until sailing was interrupted by the First World War, although social activities continued with Officers of the R.F.C. at Mt. Batten as honorary members.

More and more classes were catered for on the water including the prestigious `J` class followed by the twelve metre boats. More and more classes were catered for on the water including the prestigious `J` class followed by the twelve metre boats. Then the club was closed down on 1940 by the Second World War and our premises were used for wartime associated activities by the M.O.D.

It was in 1947 that the club began to fully operate again and a full sailing programme was available. Various dinghy championships were promoted, National, European and World events were staged.

Since the 1940`s many alterations have been made to the Clubhouse. The live-in steward’s accommodation was abolished and larger rooms/toilets/kitchen constructed using the space thereby created. In the 1950`s and 1960`s the slipway and dinghy park were constructed and in 1997 we completed further improvements and additions to the Club premises which have given even better facilities for all who use the Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club.

The alterations were made with the help of a Lottery Grant from the Sports Council. It provided us with a Restaurant, disabled access and toilets, a larger kitchen, new showers with toilets, Committee rooms and a new race control. It has provided much more space and has given the club one of the best venues possible with facilities second to none.

In the year 2000 the Club was officially licensed to carry out Civil wedding Ceremonies

How many Gondolas on the Plymouth Eye?
What colours make up the Olympic rings?

This Wednesday evening (7th November) is the next Quiz night at the club.
It’s a popular event and with food available from 7pm.

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1. 48
2. Blue, Black, Red, Yellow and Green

You probably knew that, but just to be sure.

Please book early
Dinner and talk 7.30pm
October 26th 2012
£10 each

The Steve’s talk is centred around the work of the UKBA in the maritime arena.

The presentation contains numerous slides on drugs seizures from yachts.
The main drive is to raise awareness of smuggling by pleasure craft (goods and people smuggling!!). There will be related the slides to local conditions and have some details of seizures which have been made in the South West

Menu

Pan fried chicken breast fillet on bubble and squeak patti with chive cream sauce
Or
Baked salmon fillet with lemon and parsley stuffing on new potato and pea crush with parsley sauce
Or
Mushroom and cherry tomato flan with side salad (v)

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Chefs homemade apple pie with custard
Or
Lemon cheesecake with pouring cream

Well Done to local sailors Dan Ellis and Robbie Robinon, 7th and 20th out of 89 entered.
If you know of any other local sailors who were competing please add a comment to this page.

See the gallery of pictures here. Thanks to Jon Buckler and Chris Rollinson. I nicked the pictures from your Facebook pages. I also included Archie (Jon and Nikki’s dog) in Chris’s RIB, as he looks very happy.

Thanks for everyone that helped with the event, it was a great success.
There were a number of RPCYC club members and the usual race-makers from around the Plymouth Sailing clubs in attendance.

If you you would like to help out for these events but need a Rib drivers ticket, please sign up for RIB school which currently being organised.

The company RPCYC Limited, Registered Number 08220368, is incorporated as a company Limited by Guarantee.

RPCYC Limited has assumed all the debts and obligations of the Yacht Club, and any debts outstanding by the Club at 30^th September 2012 will be paid in the normal course of business by RPCYC Limited.

The management of the organisation remains as previously constituted, and you will be dealing with the same individuals. Members of the Club have become members of the Company.

The Company has adopted as its operating name ‘Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club’.

Yours faithfully,

R N N Haynes

Hon Treasurer, Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club

Director, RPCYC Limited    

Please email sail@rpcyc.com if you can help out for either day.  Free lunch and plenty of entertainment on offer.

There’s a good breeze forecast and loads of time for Christmas shopping, so get your boat out on the water before the chilly stuff sets in.

Anyway, come Wednesday it was Nick and son Doogie who joined the fray in the mystery new Ent. Nick is a sailmaker which is means ‘professional sailor’ in most people’s world.   He’s been racing all types of boats but most notably to be found at the front end of the feisty J24 fleet.    No pressure then.

The course was set by new Race Officer Chris Hampe who gave us 2 short laps to allow for the early sunset just after 7pm

Wind: North Westerly
Course: South Winter, Ash (Windward Mark), NW Winter, Liberty Yachts.

The line allowed a reaching start to South Winter and all the boats were pretty much on the line for the gun. It was newcomer Nick showing the way forward with good speed from the leeward end of the line.

He was first round South Winter closely followed by the usual suspects. The leg from South Winter to Ash was very shifty with a big incoming tide. Peter Ganderton went up the right side and went from 5th to first in a single leg. Up the left there was plenty of place changes with each gust and shift coming down the Tamar. Nick’s new blue boat has great speed downwind but needs a bit of tuning upwind which resulted in a few dropped places.

Around Ash it was Gandy followed by Martin and Nick, Peter and Chris in Dyskinetic.

After such a dominant upwind leg Different Shade was under pressure as the flood tide against us and moderate breeze meant the downwind section was a bit of wind versus tide struggle. All the chasing boats were brought together in a clump around NW Winter making Peter and Alan very nervous indeed.

The next leg was to the Liberty Yachts buoy in the Cattewater. Martin in No Handles forced The Spoon onto the fresh breeze gravy train up to windward. This left Peters in the middle and Nick coming down the leeward side. By the time the fleet reached the Cattewater all the boats were in a line with Nick recovering the lost ground to take the lead by being the inside boat at Liberty Yachts.

Rounding second was Peter and Alan in Different Shade followed by us in the Spoon.

Different Shade lost a bit of pace down the fetch to South Winter and was overtaken by The Spoon and Martin in No Handles.

The sun was setting on a beautiful evening as we rounded South Winter. Nick lead out on starboard tack to get best tide while we took off on port to get inside the wind bend. By the top of the beat the better breeze paid off and the Spoon had 30 metre lead on Peter Hinkling and Martin Bevan.

The positions remained the same to bring the race and the long summer series to a close.

This was the first race for the new Race Office Chris Hampe and all went really smoothly. Jon Buckler was also away so the Safety RIBS were manned ad hoc.  A big thank you to everyone who helped make the race possible.

If you would like to help out with Safety RIBs or on the line crew we have articles on what’s involved.

Race Control Team

The role of the Race Control Team is to organise the races as set out in the Sailing Instructions.

The team comprises:

• Race Officer – Overall responsibility for setting the courses and making decisions about race situations eg General recalls etc.
• Timing – aka clock watcher. This person is responsible for the timing of all the start sequences, race times for each boat and timeouts at the end of the race.
• Flag Signaling – This person prepares all the signal flags before the race. During the start sequence they hoist and lower the class and sequence flags. During the race this person assists the Timer in recording the race times for all racers.

Role of the Race Team

The objective is to provide the best racing for all the competitors. This means meeting a few key goals.

• Ensure the safety of all the competitors – This relates to weather conditions, shipping movements
• Set a fair course with a true beat and legs that suit the class of boats sailing
• Meet the standard sailing regulations and specific Sailing Instructions
• Manage the start sequence and any issues with boats over the line
• Record all the boat timings to provide handicap fleet results
• Manage safety issues with the safety boats on duty
• Control the race length as the conditions vary
• Finish all the boats completing the course

Race Control – What does it take

If you know your way around a sailing course and have organisational instincts you’ll be in clover as a Race Officer or race team member.

There’s a process to follow as set out in the new procedure manual and you’ll get a opportunity to set an interesting course and watch how the fleet find the best way around it.

Certification

Race Office roles  http://goo.gl/iL4MZ.
Check out the gunner opportunities. We have a hooter so chances to destroy your sailing nemesis is somewhat restricted.

RYA Club Race Officer Course http://goo.gl/hs03u

According to the RYA details the course is locally run using RYA materials but is not a formalised RYA qualification.

The course will last 1 day and give you all the skills you need to run our regular racing events. This will include liaising with safety boats and using the VHF radio.

To sign up for the Race Officer Course or to help out in the Race Team please fill out the form below.

[form 5 "Race Control Team"]

It’s the penultimate race and just 2 points separating 2nd to 4th it’s a key race to secure 2nd place in the Summer Series.

Off the line it was a fetch to South Mallard from the pin end of the line. Peter Hinkling pulled a ripper from the far end and was first to South Mallard. Super hot on his heels was Egg & Spoon and No Handles.

The broadreach down to Dunstone allowed the boats behind to blanket those in front keeping all the boats close together. In the Spoon we managed to get down the right hand side of Dyskinetic to secure and overlap at Dunstone. We promptly threw that away with a scruffy rounding lettting No Handles come through from 3rd to 1st by holding a tighter line around the buoy.

The wind was properly shifty and yards were won and lost by taking 50m nibbles into a gust. Martin and Anna (fully Pocahontas tonight) did well and stretched out a 40m lead from the Spoon by Melampus.

Unusually the Spoon was going quite well down wind and we managed to get back to 10m behdind by Liberty Yachts.

By South Mallard it was quite close with No Handles in the lead followed by the Spoon and Different Shade 100m further back.

The leg to Dunstone was a bit floaty and we got onto Martins breeze right before he caught a huge piece of weed on his rudder. We went by to windward whilst Martin was wrestling mermaids or whatever caused the handbrake. In the meantime sneaky beaky Gandy and Alan in Different Shade had a private gust down the left and closed down the 100m gap to challenge for the lead.

Around Dunstone it was all going on with the Spoon, followed by No Handles and Different Shade in close company. Gandy took a big flyer out to sea which was let’s say less than successful. Egg & Spoon kept Martin company up the beat and stayed in front to take the win.

Everyone was at or near the front in this race but by the end we finished in series order.

Check out the results to see what can be done in the last race of the series.

After sailing was about RIB duty and Race officer rotas. Check out the Safety Rib squad post for more details.

We routinely need three RIBs on the water, each with 2 crew onboard.

Captain’s beards are optional

Role of the safety boat:

• Escort boats from their launch point out to the start area.
• Lay marks as needed – including windward and start line buoys.
• Provide safety cover to boats needing assistance.
• Manage racing boats versus general traffic. This includes everything from feisty fishing boats to nucleur submarines.

We’re looking for regular RIB crew and also active sailors who can be on the safety boat rosta from time to time. You will get average points for any races you miss.

RIB Pilot – What does it take:

Even if you’re not Maverick or Ice Man you should be able to drive a RIB. There’s a wheel just like on a car or expensive lawnmower and a lever for fast or slow, just like on a jet fighter but with a (slightly) lower top speed.

A spell at Corinthian RIB school will give you the skills, practice and qualifications you’ll need to become a Safety RIB pilot or crew.

A hard day working on the tan.

If you’ve spent any time driving a boat under power or sail you should find it pretty straight forward. If you’re a sailor you’ll certainly know how to assist another sailor needing your help.

If you have no boating experence at all, being RIB safety crew is a great way to get started on the water.

Certification

RIB Crew need a RYA Powerboat Level 2 – this is a standard boat handling certficate. The RIB helm may exit the boat to assist a sailor and the crew will need to be able to take command of the RIB.

RIB Helm will need an RYA Safety Boat ticket – This course covers the specific safety techniques for assisting sailing boats in trouble. Powerboat Level 2 is a pre-requisite for this course but if you have RIB driving experience can be bundled with the Safety Boat training.

Chatterboxes get two radios.

RPCYC RIB School

If you’d like to sign up for RIB squad but need to get certified, we’re looking at 2 weekends between now and Christmas.

If you can commit to regular RIB duty RPCYC will cover the costs of training and certification.

If you’d like to get certified and just help out when you can, then the costs won’t be high and Jon will confirm the package once we have numbers.

Signing up for RIB Squad

If you’re already qualified for RIB duty or need to go through RIB school please complete the form below:

[form 4 "Rib Squad"]

We’ll be publishing training dates as soon as we have enough applicants. We’ll also send a confirmation email to everyone who applies.

Any questions please leave a comment or email sail@rpcyc.com

Wind was forecast North Easterly but had swung to a Southerly by the sevon knots of sea breeze. It was actually that warm for once.

Nikki Buckler was our race officer for the evening and set a top course of South Winter, Inflatable Stick buoy, North East Winter, Liberty Yachts.

We suffered a bit of paralex error and thought that it was a figure of eight around the windward mark. We were politely invited by an interested party in a safety boat to stop asking questions and sail the course. Quite right too.

Dave Mitchell was guest helm with Peter in Dyskinetic who put the cat amoungst the pigeons by sailing up the very pin biased line on starboard whilst nearly everyone else approached the start on port. On Egg & Spoon we were lucky to wiggle through for a decent start. Makes a change.

The wind was very fluffy again tonight and had lots of pockets of lighter backed wind. Boats 15 metres away would be sailing 20 degrees higher and not much you could do about it. Just suck it up and keep calm.

After rounding South Winter we were on the beat proper and Dyskinetic was rocket like, passing Egg & Spoon to windward. After tacking behind the Spoon got some legs and retook a narrow lead on a port tack leg to the windward mark. Those boats who stood on picked up a lovely lift coming into the mark so all 4 boats were closely bunched.

In first it was Egg & Spoon followed by Dyskinetic, Different Shade and No Handles.

With the flood tide the light wind was even more feeble and we ghosted slowly back into North East Winter at a leisurely pace. Dyskinetic and Different Shade blanketed Egg & Spoon and were soon closing us down. Whilst breezing past Dyskinetic’s boom caught the Spoon’s shroud and incurring a penalty 720. After the turns Dyskinetic was a long way back in 4th place. Ouch. After squeezing every inch of progress around the course it was a big hit for a small touch.

Down the reach to Liberty yachts and back to South Winter the lead didn’t change much. On starboard tack Egg & Spoon was a bit to windward and held a lift over Different Shade who was sailing to leeward. Alan kept plugging away and took speed over heading, gained some separation and got into more pressure and a header to tack on. Bold and audacious or move of last resort, who knows but it paid off and Alan got back in front of the Spoon at the windward mark.

Karma clock had been ticking away by now and after getting 2 turns from Dyskinetic Egg & Spoon got sucked into Different Shade, touched their jib with the boom and we earnt our own 720 penalty. You could almost hear the cheer go up from Dave and Peter that balance had been restored.

Martin and Nick had been towards the back of the fleet at the start but had been plugging their way their way though the rotating competition and were close behind Egg & Spoon after the penalty turns. The Spoon arrested a backward slide and held onto 2nd behind Alan and Pete in Different.

Shoreside it was chicken curry or deluxe sausage and chips. Other big news there’s a NEW mystery Enterprise
on the dinghy park. It looks blue and, according to Peter Hinkley who owns a blue Ent, is therefore very fast. Can’t wait to see how true that is.

Apologies to all concerned

Jon Buckler RCS

Course: Asia (windward mark), Melampus, South Mallard, West Mallard.

With families away on holiday the start line had plenty of gaps in places. Not that we found one when we needed it.

Most of the fleet fetched down the line on starboard with Egg and Spoon failing to find a gap in the line whilst trying the port tack flier. Fly we did not and had to tack under Dyskinetic to avoid T-bone action.

Martin and Nick in No Handles were at the front of the starboard tack line of boats and tacked back on to port for the longer leg towards the Lido. Dyskinetic overhauled the Spoon to take 2nd place.

All 4 boats overstood Asia as the flood tide was at rip force and lifted all the boats by a good 50m in the last part of the beat.

No Handles led the Spoon, Doctors Dsykinetic and Different Shade around Asia down the broad reach to Melampus. In some kind of slight of hand style wind shadow trickery Dyskentic and Different shade passed the Spoon on either side to leave us trailing in last place by South Mallard.

Up the second beat the flood tide was making it a one tack affair but in Egg & Spoon we managed to get up to Different Shade by Asia. In a tiller juggling act gone wrong Peter and Alan got Different Shade into a spin and then after a near T-bone with the Spoon capsized.
They were quickly back up but with a ton of water to evacute.

With plenty of tide swooshing across the course in Egg & Spoon we tried to vector each leg and managed to close down on Doctors Dyskinetic but by the end of the third lap it was No Handles, Dyskinetic, Egg & Spoon and Different Shade.

For sailing supper: Southern Fried Chicken and better than the Colonel by miles.

After 7 races at the weekend PPSA regatta the wetsuits had hardly dried out before it was back in the boats for the weekly excursions around the Sound.

Along with aching limbs and bruises, any regatta also sharpens the senses and drills, so all the boats were super sharp for this week’s race. Well that’s the plan but the Doctors who could not make the regatta sailed a consistent race for second place and Peter Ganderton who did do the regatta had sharpened his skills to the point he missed the toestraps and fell out of the boat up the second beat.

The start line was slightly biased to the pin end and Gandy got the win off the start by cross the Spoon on port before tacking on to starboard for the beat out to South Winter.

With some sharp tacking and by staying in the boat, Egg & Spoon wiggled in front by South Winter with Different Shade and Dyskinetic in hot pursuit.

The leg out to Melampus was a one sided affair with a short leg at the end to get around the windward mark.

With a nice swell rolling there were some surfing opportunities and with some dance mat type jive action we managed to pick up a few waves down to NW Winter.

The leg down to Yacht Haven was a very broad reach with pole out starboard side and some more nice waves to catch.

At the end of the first lap it was Egg & Spoon from the on form Doctors with a big gap to a tight bunch for 3rd.

With a good breeze the 3 laps were completed at a good lick but in the same positions near the front. Gandy however got from last after the ejector seat moment subsequent capsize to 3rd place. Nice going.

Tandoori Chicken with chips for Sailing supper if you want to know.

Regatta flyer

See the main sites:
www.plymouthclassics.org.uk

www.plymouthregatta.co.uk

Wind: West-North-Westerly. Force 5.
Course: Ash, South Winter, North East Winter, Liberty Yachts

The fleet were tightly bunched at the club end of the line for the start into a blustery WNW breeze coming off the Hoe and down the Tamar. Peter and Alan made an audacious start by running the line on port and tacking with 5 seconds to go in position A. Different Shade lead Egg & Spoon and No Handles off the line towards Drakes Island.

At Ash the Spoon had closed down on Different Shade but it was time for Peter to use the F=ma to best effect. Peter and Alan pulled out a 30m lead by South Winter by planing through the lulls to the gybe mark.

By North East Winter, Martin had closed up so the 3 lead boats were in close company for the run to Liberty Yachts.

Up the second beat a trip into Lions Den bay did not pay for Peter, and with Spoon was using more mass on the rail to power through the chop, we closed the gap to nearly cross Peter by Ash.

Down the broad reach to South Winter Peter again pulled out another 30 metres. In a bid to get back in front the Spoon went for a tight gap between a re-righted Pico and North East Winter to close down Different Shade once again. However Peter and Alan managed to stay ahead and pipped the Spoon to the line by a couple of seconds.

We really enjoyed the blasting around but there were plenty of capsizes in other fleets. Not to name names but Hugh Spencer went swimming. There was also a head injury, requiring an ambulance to be called. Nothing too serious I understand but putting safety boats and line crew to capacity and requiring the race to be shortened. Lucky for Different Shade I say, we wuz robbed of the chance to harry them for 2 more laps.

The price for yachts has been reduced from £15 to £10. Dinghies are £5. Race entry and Paypal payment pages have been updated.

Will keep you posted when we have more details.

Course: West Mallard, Melampus, South Mallard, Yacht Haven.

It’s a reaching start on port out to West Mallard and Dave, the daredevil, is inches off the line and going at full speed for the gun. From one boat length back in the Spoon we can hear plenty of calm reassurance from Anna that everything’s on track. “Dave you’re really on the line now!”. All boats get away safely with a single hooter and Dave in the lead around West Mallard. Up the first beat we get assertively waved away by a fast Police RIB who’s clearing the way for an equally fast moving Frigate which cuts across the Asia Pass at some speed. It was a good job for us as we fancied the right hand side which ended up being completely rubbish. Those who took the left side got a great lift on port coming into Melampus. Martin and Nick in No Handles are first around followed by the doctors, Egg & Spoon and Hell Bent. Alan and stand in crew were chased half way back up the Plym by the Police so end up way back in 5th.

Down the first run Martin and Peter are fighting for first and go off the rhumb line to let us close the gap and get an inside overlap on the doctors at South Mallard. We can’t get an overlap on Martin at Yacht Haven for first so No Handles gets a big advantage up the fetch to West Mallard and pulls out a 40m lead.

At the leeward mark No Handles decide not to cover and heads out to the right. We had a torrid time over there on the last lap so opt for left hand side out towards Jennicliffe and hit that corner bell hard (Ding ding). We get a very late shift in our favour at the last minute. It was quite sad face until that point. Martin, coming back from the right has a portion of header and maybe some advserse tide topping. Peter and Chris, third at West Mallard and on a left of middle line, duck just behind him, so we know the left is best. At the windward mark the Spoon’s got a 40m lead which extends slightly to the finish.

The Doctors round in second for the run but get over-taken by Martin for second place. Dave comes in 4th which is shame after such a blinding start but the Navy did rain on his parade.

With all the ropey weather it was nice to be out in dry weather for a challenging sail followed by top tucker at the club.

Jon Buckler (Rear Commodore Sail)

Course PKV

Neap low tide was at 6pm so we launched at the bottom of the slipway which is unusually algae free. Either it’s the rubbish weather or pixies who come in the night to scrub it down. Either way it’s much better than the green luge.

We sailed out into Jennicliffe bay and found the wind quite shifty and gusty which would provide some good roll of the dice.

The running start to South Winter was won once again by our champion starter Alan and Peter in Different Shade. In the Spoon we were doing a trantric start and were last over the line. As we got round the end of Mountbatten pier the wind veered more South Easterly and allowed the leaders to stretch away. At South Winter it was Different Shade from Dyskinetic and No Handles who rounded the mark and continued on port tack towards F buoy.

We fancied the pressure coming down the left hand side and so we tacked over onto starboard and got quite a good heading. As soon as we hit a big header we tacked back onto port to crossed in front of the fleet, which was nice. Different shade and The Doctors came out to join us near the port hand lay line. In the Spoon we took a starboard hitch at the first header but the wind had certainly backed about 20 degrees which explains our 2 tack recovery at South Winter.

At Dunstone it was the Spoon from Different Shade and Dyskinetic. Alan and Peter closed up on the next 2 legs via West Mallard and South Winter to be just 25 metres back.

Only because it paid the first time we tacked on the mark again and extended our lead over Different Shade who took a big Northerly tack 2 mintues later into the beat. The doctors took a more conservative route and took second place by the top of the second beat.

Meantime Dave and Anna in Hellbent were hellbent on climbing up the fleet and took the right hand side to get in front of Different Shade and battle with Martin for 3rd.

The third lap did not see many place changes and at the end it was the Spoon from Dyskinetic, No Handles, Hell Bent and Different Shade.

Tonight was a more typical summer’s evening sail with good pressure in the gusts lots of shifts to play up the beat. Crucially less swimming than last week.

The race is for Yachts & Dinghies with proceeds going to Derriford Hospitals Oncology department.

The race starts from the RPCYC start line with the finish off Cargreen Yacht Club (see NOR & SI’s)

Cargreen Yacht club have kindly arranged to open their bar & to light their barbecue ready for our arrival.

As per previous years if you want to bring food you can pass this onto the safety boat crews who will take them to Cargreen.

The Cattewater was a bit like a bomber ally with squally knocking down a few boats everytime.

The course – BXPO – RAF, North East Winter, South Winter.

At the gun Peter, Martin and The Doctors were at the pin end upwind. Egg & Spoon, was further down the line after dodging a fishing boat meets zoomy Laser 5000 mash up. Dave and Denise were even further down the line as they were on the Start then retire as DNF programme, due to overspeed issues.

Fast starter Peter and Alan were first around RAF followed by Peter and Chris, Egg & Spoon and No Handles. The run to North East winter was tightly bunched including some of the slow handicap fleet.

Hugh Spencer in his lightning had turned wake surfer and took us (Egg & Spoon) high of the mark, from which we had to do a three point turn to a – avoid other boats, b – get around the mark and c – not gybe (can be scary). This left the Spoon 80 metres back from the pack. The next legs down to South Winter and North West Winter were screaming reaches with Peter and Alan in Different Shade in the lead from The Doctors in Dyskinetic and Martin and Nick in No Handles.

The long beat from North West Winter to RAF was right into the teeth of the big bomby squalls barrelling down the Cattewater. The leaders took a long starboard tack towards the lido, whilst we tacked on the first header to keep some separation and headed out towards South Mallard on port. We did hear some kerfuffle and starboard shouts from the leaders. Whatever happened over near the Lion’s Den no one will speak of but the Doctors came out in front with the Spoon back in contention in second.

The squalls were quite shifty which kept you on your toes but the beat was relatively calm with all controls set to banging tight.

Around the top mark it was Doctors, Spoon, Different Shade and No Handles but the fleet was quite spread out on the leg to North East Winter. The leg to South Winter was properly exciting with a big 30 knot gust and lots of spray. It might have been raining but you would not know as we were encased in a cloud of spray. In the Spoon we were right on Dyskinetic’s transom and at some points thought we might have a rear end mounting situation [awkward], so we backed off. At the gybe mark it was still howling. A big bravery call – gybe or granny tack around. For the Spoon we had some greenery issues as new crew George had NEVER been sailing before. As a first sailing experience this is like take your first foreign holiday to Helmand Province. The Docs thought wisely too and tacked around but a bit further away than the Spoon who took the lead to NW Winter.

Up the beat the positions remained steady unlike our jibbery legs. With just 40m to the line we got a massive header and nearly went into windward. We saved that one but by diving in the boat we lost it to leeward. George, already shellshocked but grinning madly got some swimming excercise. I hopped over the side onto the plate for the first time in my Ent sailing career. Apart from one meerkat moment the boat came up smoothly with one grinning George inside. I had been lead to expect the boat would be quite full of water. No one told it me it would quite under water. The transom was 6″ under water!

As we were climbing over the semi submersable Peter and Chris in Dyskinetic sailed passed us to take the win, not that anyone really knew as no one noticed the flag nor heard the mini beep finishing signal in the wind. So onwards and upwards in ignorance. Peter and Chris tripped over whilst bearing away at RAF in the lead and turned turtle. George and I were conducting submersable draining manoevers by reaching around in no particular direction. Martin and Nick sailed calmly through the carnage to take the lead of the third and surplus lap. Most of us were rounded up by the safety boat apart from Martin who finished the third lap and then capsized.

All the boats capsized at least once but there were more grins around the table than I’ve ever seen. You only get better by getting used to the conditions so we look forward to more breezy action. George for one is very excited but might find typical conditions slightly more sedate!

The start line was straight across the Cattewater to the end of Mountbatten Breakwater providing a reaching start to Ash Buoy off the Waterfront restaurant. Peter started mid line and was off like a red rocket, partly due to the lightweight crew, partly due to a red boat. Martin, Rob and Dave were closely bunched behind.

Bantam weight is all good fun on the run but it’s a different story upwind. Peter and Harrison had a big lead around the first mark but then had to to spill a lot of wind up the beat. They lost out to the heavyweights of the Spoon and No Handles (with nails apparently) who were able to stay fully powered up and punch through the nasty chop. All the boats took a tack South out into the ebb tide and then across to the inflatable buoy south west of South Mallard. By the blow up buoy the Spoon had overhauled the skittish Different Shade followed by No Handles and Hell Bent. All but the Spoon were involved in a number of port/starboard calls, including Dave who, despite being slightly behind, was still calling anybody on port.

At the start of the second lap it was Spoon followed by Different Shade, No Handles and Hell Bent. Due to the consistent tide and wind patterns the best route around the course was the same for the remaining laps so it was a question of keeping your nose out of trouble and staying dry. This is something Peter and Harrison established through experiment. Lying in second place their tack by the windward mark included the often problematic jammed lazy sheet situation from which the red rocket got dunked. Whilst capsized the main sheet lassoed the windmark making the righting all the more exciting. After some hot-house training from the Hugh Spencer sailing school (DSSA) Harrison took this all in his stride and they got the boat around another lap.

Up the front the positions and gaps between stayed more or less consistent to the end.

We had a top night’s sailing in lovely warm weather with a good steady breeze. The conditions are less benign for the boats doing the passage race to the Yealm this weekend. Good luck!

Big waves, lots of spray and some soggy boats. Thanks to Hugh and Billy who were down doing boat tie down duty. No damage so far.
Pretty wooly for Summer. Apparently it is Summer in case you forget. I did see Brittany Ferries steaming out into a rocky Channel. They are in for a special rock and roll experience.

The course was VAL#

Jon Buckler, who has not left his RIB since the Lark Nationals at the weekend, was lurking by the windward mark to show the way but it’s quite a night raider style stealthy RIB. Whichever we didn’t spot it so had a reaching leg from the mark thrown in for fun.

Back to the start. Port end, pin bias. Martin took pole position from Rob and Mr Mac in the Spoon and lead around West Mallard. With a flood tide it paid to stay left which Dave took to heart and closed down the leaders by the fake windward mark. Martin apply glue like cover to the Spoon up the middle but was only a boat length ahead by the first (fake) mark. Dave and Pocahontas with the Doctors behind were in close company on the reach down the real McCoy stick buoy windward mark.

Down the run to South Mallard Martin and Dave took an Easterly line which paid well and Martin stretched his lead to 40m.

Up the second beat some of the boats went middle right which had better breeze but more tide. Egg n Spoon rang a big bell on the left to stay out of the tide. This worked to a degree as they closed down No Handles to 15 metres but it was not enough to challenge for the lead.

At the end it was No Handles with Martin and Nick followed by the Spoon, Dave Mitchell and the Doctors.

A speeded up version of a Wednesday Night outing in Egg n Spoon viewed from the bilges. If you’ve seen the movie which featured this soundtrack you can guess what the dancing would be like.

So it was more offshore shenanigans with the wind flicking around as it come over the Hoe and Millbay.

Race officer Keith delayed the start to allow a coaster to exit the Cattewater afterwhich we quickly got underway.

A starboard bias on the line bunched the fleet up on right under the club to get to the windward end.

The first leg was the beat up to Ash in front of the Hoe. Martin Bevan took a tack close into the Lion’s Den which was out of the favourable ebb tide but into a good shift. With some quick but smooth tacking action Martin closed down on Egg n Spoon to round Ash a couple of boat lengths back from the lead.

The rest of the fleet was close behind and Peter and Alan in Different shade took on a turn of speed to overhaul Martin to windward on the leg to Melampus.

Round NE Winter it was a run to Liberty Yachts. Spoon rounded first follwed very closely by Different Shade and No Handles.

Up the second beat Martin mungled the shifts very well and over took Peter to regain second place by Ash.

After their rock hopper start Rob and Wallace in Egg n Spoon managed to hold on to a slim lead until they extended away in the final legs to win from Martin and Nick in No Handles.

It was great to have Dave back out on the water after 2 weeks away. In other news FRP Enterprise ‘No Nails’ is back on the dinghy park after a few years away. Billy is hoping to bring it out in the next few weeks. He was not around at the end of racing so must have been at a farmer’s market of something.

It was a super close finish but back to the start….

From the reaching start it was Rob and Wallace in the Spoon first to South Mallard followed very closely by Chris driving Diskinetic and the rest of the fleet.

The leg from South Winter to Ash was very gusty with small bombs giving 30 degree headers and lifts. All the Ents stayed upright but we had to navigate around numerous asymetric boats who had been skittled by the frequent random gusts.

At Ash it was still the Spoon with Different Shade one boat length back.

On the second beat Martin and Nick caught an awesome lift and overtook Different shade and called Spoon on starboard. Spoon cleared by 2 feet to stay in front but with 2 close challengers.

With a good breeze 4 laps were completed with Egg n Spoon, Different Shade and No Nails finishing within 3 seconds.

It was great racing with pressure on all the boats from the gun to wring out every last knot or degree from the shifts and gusts.
Top curry at the club followed. Billy was there to greet us in the dinghy park with Fish and Chips from Platters. Not a portion for each of us but we did nick the odd chip. Platters would be an ideal sponsor for a gastro-boat.

The pictures look a bit brisk and lively but some great shots.

For latest results:
http://www.gpen.fr/fr/pages/Resultats/350/

For Gallery of Pictures for the whole regatta:
http://www.gpen.fr/fr/pages/photos/409/11/

Anyway back to the race. The couse was West Mallard (the big green one), Yacht Haven (the small yellow one near the bridges that you can’t find unless you know where it is), South Mallard (cardinal off the end of Mount Batten Breakwater).

There was a big port bias so all boats started on port. Peter Ganderton and Rob Beaton were right up amongst the rocks of Mount Batten Breakwater with 20 seconds to go trying to steal the pole end of the line. Rob got top slot but Peter had better speed at the gun 20m futher down the line. Around West Mallard it was the Spoon followed by Different Shade. Most of the fleet tacked straight out to sea to get the best of the ebb tide. At the top mark it was Rob and Wallace in the Spoon followed by the Doctors 40m behind but in close company with the rest of the fleet. The fleet closed down on the Spoon until the halfway mark where everyone gybed over onto port. During this process the Doctors turned hunters by catching a fish, still alive and kicking but attached to a fishing line which got wrapped around the rudder. This could count as profiting from outside assistance but it actually slowed them down to the point where they got shuffled to the back of the pack.

Up the second beat Different Shade got the wrong side of a shift and faded out to give second position to Martin and Nick. Spoony stayed out front until the end. Martin and Nick held second, the Doctors with a dent but the chance of a fish for supper (it swum off) over took Peter and Alan for third.

New boats joining
Billy made a late appearance at club to help with trollies, witness Hawk T-boning for insurance report and eat the complimentary cream scones.

Nick McDonald is due to join the fleet any week soon and was out on the water just to size up the competition, so we hope to see a new set of blue sails out on the line next week.

Worf after something of a makeover is also due to be re-launched in the next few weeks depending on Billy and newcomer Woody getting motivated. Bring it on!

Pre start meandering until the camera falls off

The line was very port biased and everyone started on Port tack for the close fetch to West Mallard.
Egg n Spoon was nearly a premature starter due to the strong ebb tide sweeping everyone down river but managed a little to wiggle to cross the line at the gun and was first around West Mallard.
The doctors were the only ones to hold on port tack and got a lump of weed on their rudder for their trouble. At the top mark it was Spoon followed by Different Shade 30 metres behind.
With superior downwind speed Peter and Alan closed down Rob and Wallace in the Spoon to be in close contention rounding Dunstone.
These gains were reversed on the next leg when Different Shade chose an inshore path for less ebb tide which did not pay as hoped.
Up the second beat Egg n Spoon picked up some good shifts and stretched their lead which they held until the end.

The weed free Doctors in Dsykinetic had closed down Martin for a tussle at Dunstone.

It was a great night to be out on the water and thanks to the safety boat and line crews for all their support.

Spoon and Different Shade were both running GoPro cameras to bring you exciting inside action from the fleet. My footage from the Spoon was all looking good until the camera got pinged off during a gybe before the start.
I will get editing and put up the movie over the weekend. We are still experimenting with the best mounting positions to capture the action when the wind picks up a bit, so will keep you posted.

Don’t forget the Indoor Ski Racing time trials starting from 12:30 for teams of 3 & the series prize giving at 13:30

I will not make a final decision until 07:30 tomorrow morning with the latest forecasts available to avoid wasted journeys for those living outside of Plymouth. I will update the website & email those who registered for the series.

If the racing is cancelled there will be a ski race time trial (indoors) for teams of three at RPCYC between 12:30 & 13:30.

The series prize giving will take place  at 13:30 – Jon Buckler

      To mark 60 years of the Queen’s reign the Diamond Jubilee we are throwing an  

INDOOR STREET PARTY

friday 18th May 2012 

7.30pm to Midnight

The evening incudes bunting, hats, table decorations, flags and other regalia.

Jewels of sweet apple, melon and pear steeped in stem ginger and passion fruit syrup

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Honey roast gammon ham served to the your table

Carved by “KING or QUEEN” of the table 

Accompanied by 

Cumberland sauce/ roast spiced conference pears 

Vegetable and potato crowns

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Black cherries Jubilee, flamed with Brandy served with vanilla ice cream 

Live Entertainment with singing and dancing a Banquet fit for the Queen herself 

£20.00 members 

£24.00 non members

Book early to avoid disappointment 

Dress code Red, white and Blue or what you were wearing 60 years ago 

Peter and Chris in Dyskinetic and Rob and Wallace in Egg n Spoon were out for their first sail of the year and despite some rustiness took the top 2 places.

Now up to 5 boats all the Ents were in a tight bunch for the first two downwind legs to Dunstone. Peter and Alan rounded Melampus nearly last and took a low course with a goose winged jib to a: keep clear air and b: open a flask of coffee, both paid off as they got to Dunstone first but on the outside of the fleet. Four boats were actually overlapped with Martin and Billy on the inside and in the lead.

The Spoon took an early leg on starboard into the flood tide and crossed the fleet on the first header. Around the top mark it was Spoon followed by Dyskinetic and Different Shade. Partly due to chocolate and pies aboard the Spoon Dyskinetic closed the gap to 20m by Dunstone for the last shifty beat to the finish.

Just 100m short of the top mark Dyskinetic was inside the last shift and closed down the Spoon to a port v starboard tack off, leaving Spoon with the win by a whisker.

All the boats enjoyed close battles and with 3 new boats looming to join the fleet in the next few weeks the clubhouse banter was all about the new contenders and their chances.

A big thank you to all the race team and Jon for safety boat and photography. Gallery link.

 VEK Course

Last nights sailing caused a few wobbles with a very puffy breeze over Hoe.  Some of the faster boats got to practice their swimming technique as Jon’s photos show.

[SinglePic not found]It was close racing in all the fleets and a beautiful evening to be out on the water.

Gallery Link.

“There is a forgotten, nay almost forbidden word, which means more to me than any other. That word is England.”
Sir Winston Churchill

A Patriotic Celebration with Music

From 12.30 to 2.30pm

£12.50 members £15.00 Non members

Full Menu

Madeira Road, The Hoe, PL1 2NY Tel: 01752 664327 Email: club@rpcyc.com

“There is a forgotten, nay almost forbidden word, which means more to me than any other. That word is England.”
Sir Winston Churchill

Club Lunch on St George’s Day

Monday April 23rd.

A Patriotic Celebration with Music

From 12.30 to 2.30pm

£12.50 members £15.00 Non members

Homemade steak and kidney pudding served with horseradish mash and savoy cabbage parcel

Or

Chef’s very own special Sea food Fisherman’s Pie served with Grilled Tomatoes and Peas

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Bread, butter and marmalade pudding with vanilla custard

Or

Fresh fruit salad with Devon clotted cream

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English cheeses, celery, apples and biscuits served with fresh filter coffee

SPRINGTIME IN FULL

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Served between 12.00 and 3.00pm Tuesday till Saturday

 (Not available Sundays or Mondays)

CHOOSE A MAIN COURSE AND DESSERT FOR £10

MEMBERS ENJOY 20% DISCOUNT ON FOOD

Homemade soup of the day £5.00

 served with crusty homemade bread and butter

Please ask your server for today’s choice

Handmade breaded Scotch egg £6.25

with minced chicken, ham and fresh coriander sat on creamed potato nest with rich tomato sauce

 OR

on salad leaves with slow roasted cherry tomatoes with fig, pear and balsamic dressing

Chicken, bubble and squeak £6.25

Pan fried chicken breast fillet on potato and vegetable patty with chive and cream sauce

Fish and chips £6.25

Beer battered cod fillet deep fried served with chips, mushy peas, fresh lemon and tartar sauce

Cheese on toast £5.00

Thick slices of toasted homemade bread with slow roasted cherry tomatoes and farmhouse cheddar, seasoned with cracked black pepper and torn leaves of fresh basil (v)

Seared local fresh salmon £6.25

 served with a pan fried Succotash of corn nib lets, carrots, smoked bacon, sweet potatoes and cherry tomatoes

Homemade steak and onion pie £6.25

with rich Stilton sauce topped with puff pastry lid, served with horseradish mash and buttered broad beans

Fish finger sandwich deluxe £5.00

  Fresh cod goujons in toasted seeded bread bap with tartar sauce salad leaves and fresh lemon

Home cooked Gammon ham £5.00

Served with fried egg, new potatoes and peas

Spring salad £5.00

Refreshing salad of mixed salad leaves, fresh carrot, orange segments and toasted cashews with griddled asparagus spears (v)

Egg dipped sandwich £5.00

Pan fried gammon ham, tomato and cheddar sandwich dipped in egg and herb batter, served with side salad

SIDE ORDERS £2.00

Bowl of chips / horseradish mash / buttered new potatoes

Peas / mushy peas / side salad / battered onion rings

Homemade breads and butter

CORINTHIAN BAKED JACKET POTATO

Seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper and mixed herbs

Served with side salad and homemade carrot hummus (contains peanuts)

Grated mature Cheddar cheese (v) £.500

Baked beans (v) £5.00

Baked beans and cheese (v) £5.00

Tuna and sweet corn mayonnaise £5.00

Prawn and marie rose sauce £6.25

Smoked salmon and cream cheese £6.25

VIEW SANDWICHES

Served on either white or wholemeal breads with salad garnish and homemade carrot hummus (contains peanuts)

 Warm cheesy chips (v) £5.00

Grilled sausage and tomato £5.00

Egg and cress (v) £5.00

 Home cooked gammon ham with English mustard and cucumber £5.00

Roast topside of beef with lettuce and horseradish sauce £5.00

 Tuna and sweet corn in mayonnaise with lemon £5.00

Peeled prawn, marie rose sauce and lettuce £6.25

Smoked salmon and cream cheese with cucumber £6.25

FRESH HOMEMADE DESSERTS

 Each £5.00

Vanilla panna cotta served with fresh orange segments and raspberries

White chocolate and lemon mousse decorated with marshmallows and chocolate curls

Black cherry meringue pie with double cream

ICE CREAM SUNDAES

Each £5.00

Chocolate and vanilla with pecan nut toffee sauce

OR

 Strawberry and vanilla with lemon sauce

OR

Coffee and vanilla with butterscotch sauce

Each served with wafer cone, pouring cream and chocolate curl

We’re still waiting for entries to be received so I can’t name names but boats have been bought and crews arranged,  so watch this space for details.

If you want to join the most popular racing fleet in Plymouth check out the Enterprise fleet page for details of the 2011 fleet and how to buy an Ent.

Jack Fenwick will be giving a very informative & interactive rules talk on Wednesday 28th March at 20:00 with Dinghy registration for the Wednesday Evening Series taking place between 19:00 & 20:00 (NOR available online, SI’s will be available from 27th March).

UPDATE : SI’S now available online here

Food will be available at the club between 19:00 & 20:00

So why not come along, enter a great series, enjoy some great food & find out what you should be doing !!

Gallery

Despite recent trends of decreasing fleet numbers, this years return of Plymouth Gin as title sponsor for the series has seen numbers increase over past years.

The racing proved close & competitive as ever amongst the 21 yachts racing in the first two races of the Plymouth Gin Spring Series.

Race 1 saw a prominently ENE wind with many wind shifts along with a strong flood tide testing the tactics of the crews with the majority of the fleet opting for the left side of the course. The windward mark was reset for the second beat giving a more even split amongst the fleets. Downwind action was spectacular to watch from the committee boat with many of the boats literally surfing downwind.

The second race saw the wind swing towards the east & become more stable than the first race. The PY fleet saw fours boats OCS but the IRC fleet saw the majority of the fleet over the start line with seconds to go before the start. The restart proved much better but still had two boats OCS.

There were lots of smiling faces back at the RPCYC bar with the events of the day’s races being discussed & tactics compared.  The conditions suited the smaller sportsboats in the PY fleet with Adam Littlejohn & Dan Ellis taking two first places in their Open 5.7  “Phileas” beating Sean Koehlers “Fundamental” by 35 seconds in race 1. Race 2 saw the pair beating John McLarens Seascape 18 by a mere 10 seconds proving how competitive the racing was.

The IRC fleet saw Andy William’s Mills 39 “Dignity” also take two first with a 40 second margin over Roy Morgan’s HOD 35 “Sirduction” in race 1 being cut to 14 seconds in race 2.

Full results can be found here with photos of the racing available here

Special thanks go to Ullman Sails for their support in the series.

Après sail events will be held back at RPCYC with food available from £5, Tribute & Carlsberg at £2 a pint, Plymouth Gin/ mixer £2 (£3 for a double).

There will also be a Plymouth Gin Après Ski series of races held in the Drake Room for teams of four people, with prizes for the fastest time of the day & an overall series prize.

NOR & SI’s along with online race entry are  available here

Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th August 2012

The most anticipated event in the city’s annual events calendar will see thousands of spectators heading up on the Hoe for two evening of entertainment culminating in spectacular fireworks displays from six companies seeking the coveted title of champions of champions.

The First firework displays wil start at around 9.30 each evening as dusk arrives.

Come and join us at the club for unrivaled views and a fireworks supper.

Limited numbers of tickets available so please book early.

Bookings will only be confirmed on receipt of full payment.

Tables will be allocated for groups bookings of ten or more.

Served From 6pm to 9pm no reserved tables

Two courses £12.50 (£10.00 Members)

Handmade Cumberland sausages with buttered mashed potato served with thick onion gravy

Or

Sweet and sour on battered chicken pieces served with herb basmati rice

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Double cream passion fruit cheesecake on raspberry sauce 

Or 

White chocolate dipped dark chocolate mousse on mango puree

The 2012 Winter Series is this year being sponsored by the Mountbatten Watersports Centre.

The NOR & SI’s are now available on line and can be found here with online entry here

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The 2011 Autumn Series has been kindly sponsored for a second year by Nigel & Karen Ellis of NE Vehicle Repairs with the 2012 Winter Series being sponsored the Mountbatten Centre.

The popular format remains the same with two races held back to back with a mixture of committee boat starts & line starts from RPCYC (first warning signal will be 09:55). For those who do not keep their boat locally the Mountbatten Centre has put on a special Autumn / Winter series storage package with storage & membership of the centre from October through to March for £125 (spaces are limited – please contact Paul at the Centre on 01752 404567  or visit http://www.mount-batten-centre.com).

Watch this space for NOR & SI’s which will be published soon

NE Vehicle Repairs Autumn Series dates will be held on :

8^th / 22^nd October, 12^th / 19^th November, 3^rd / 17^th December

Mountbatten Centre Winter Series will be held on :

7^th / 21^st January, 4^th / 18^th February,  3^rd / 17^th / 31^st March

Sunday 22nd  St George’s Carvery

Monday 23rd St George’s Day  ( 3 course Lunch)

May

Fri 18th May Diamond jubilee “Indoor Street Party”

Wednesdays  Sailing  Supper

June

Wednesdays  Sailing Suppers

July

Saturday 14th July Club Summer Ball ( Olympic dinghy theme?)

August

Tuesday and Wednesday 14th & 15th August Fireworks Championships Past Winners

September

Wednesday Sailing Suppers Night

October

Wednesday 17th October Trafalgar Night (In restaurant)

November

Saturday 3rd November Fireworks (on the Hoe)

December

Monday 3rd December MENCAP

Wednesday 5th or 12th December Victorian Evening

Sunday 16th December Children’s Christmas Party

Sunday 23rd December Christmas Carvery

The first races will be held on Saturday 1st October with the first warning signal at 12:55.

Entry is £20 per boat with registration held from 10:00 – 11:30 with a race briefing at 11:30.

The nearest parking / launching is at Elphinstone Car Park (please note last years free parking

permits have not been provided by PCC this year).     Plymouth Lark Open 2011 SIs

Photos can be found here with results found here

What a way to end the summer sailing season in in Plymouth Sound. The America’s Cup show certainly came to town in style. With over a week’s worth of sailing every day provided a changing spectacle from conditions and race format to boat on boat drama.

With cameras in every conceivable location on race boats, chase boats and helicopters, the sailing in the ‘stadium’ of the Plymouth waterfront looked amazing.

Blessed with ideal conditions and sunny skies the ‘Best Sailors in the World’ seemed to enjoy sailing the same stretches of water that we know so well. From a sailor’s view it was great to see these world class tacticians miss the odd Plymouth Sound short cut but they’re quick learners and were mostly providing a masterclass in tactical sailing. It helps to have helicopters filming everything you do and making it available for replay on YouTube.

It was fantastic to see the club so busy with excited spectators keen to watch Barker and Coutts skirting the rocks just off the dinghy park. On most days the leeward marks were just off the club and for the finals the finish line was right under our very own race office.

I was lucky to get up really close to the action aboard with Chris Moyse’s RIB which was on marshall duty right by the leeward marks on Friday and took some nice pictures. View Gallery.

If we have to wait another hundred years to host an America’s Cup regattas it makes a trip to San Francisco sound very tempting.

AC YouTube Channel. Includes highlights, full reruns of each day’s racing and the popular Capsize Club clips.
Behind the AC scene in Plymouth. Features some local faces voicing their opinions on the regatta. NB the clip does stall out with hissy audio for a few seconds at times.
Rob Beaton

The boat was skippered by Eric Bates, Club member and crewed by club members John Chamberlain, Vernon Pike and Club Manager Andy Thomas.

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MADEIRA ROAD, PLYMOUTH PL1 2NY, ENGLAND. Tel: (01752) 664327 E-mail: club@rpcyc.com

TERMS & CONDITIONS May 2011 page 1

1. DEFINITIONS

“Contract” means the contract between the Club and the Hirer which incorporates these terms and conditions and those of the Club letter of confirmation of booking;

“Event” means the event described in the Contract.

“Hirer” means the person, or persons entering into the Contract with the Club and if more than one, each shall be jointly and severally liable for the obligations of the Hirer under the Contract.

“Club” means Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club

“Premises” means those parts of the Club’s property that are being hired.

2. CONTRACT

The Contract comes into effect when the Club receives a copy of the Club’s letter of confirmation counter-signed by the Hirer together with the deposit specified. An exchange of emails by both parties would also be acceptable.

3.         BOOKING INFORMATION

3.1       The Club reserves the right to refuse any booking in its absolute discretion.

3.2 The Club reserves the right to cancel an event in the following cases. In circumstances when a booking is made through a third party or under false pretences. The Club believes the booking might prejudice the reputation of the Club. Guests attending the event behave in any way considered to be detrimental, offensive or contrary to normal expected standard of behaviour.

3.3       The maximum number of people attending the Event will be notified to the Club by the Hirer at least 14 days prior to the Event. This may be reduced to 7 days for non wedding events

4.         FACILITIES

4.1       The facilities to be provided by the Club include the Premises with access to cloakroom and washroom facilities.

4.2       Access to Club facilities to set up or deliver equipment outside the stated times is not guaranteed and is at discretion of the Club with written permission.

4.3       Audio-visual and other requested equipment will either be provided by the Club or, if provided by the Hirer, will be installed by the Club at the cost of the Hirer.  All such equipment and installation works shall be subject to the prior approval of the Club.  All equipment brought into the Premises shall require the prior written consent of the Club and will be entirely at the Hirer’s risk.   All equipment of the Hirer must be removed promptly at the end of the Event.

5.         CATERING

5.1       No food or drink shall be brought onto the Premises by the Hirer or any of its guests, except for ‘celebration cakes’ by arrangement when there may a small charge for cutting and serving. The Club does not allow corkage. All Catering will be arranged by the Club.

5.3       Menus to be agreed and finalised with our Club Chef no less than 28 days before the event.

5.4       The Club will not be liable for any failure or delay to provide facilities, services, food or beverage as a result of events or matters outside its control. The Club facilities may change or alter at the Club’s discretion.

5.5       Table Plans and name card places with pre order must be supplied 48 hours in advance of your Event.

5.6       Should your numbers decrease on the day of your event, the original confirmed numbers at full menu price will apply.

5.7      All buffet food will be displayed for a maximum of 2 hours from the serving time in adherence with Club health and hygiene policies.

5.4       Our menus contain various ingredients that may not be specified or mentioned. Should you or your guests have allergies or dietary requirements please advise the Chef in writing or email who will be able to assist with menu contents. Please note that specific requirements must be confirmed, with final numbers, 14 days prior to your event (7days for non wedding events). The Club does not operate a nut free environment, therefore, some products may contain, or come in contact with, nuts or nut products.

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6.         CANCELLATION

6.1       The Hirer may give notice of cancellation at any time prior to the Event upon payment of the cancellation charges referred to in the Contract.

6.2       The Owner may cancel the Contract if:

6.2.1    The Hirer fails to make any payment on a due date; or

6.2.2 The Hirer commits any other breach of the terms of the Contract; or

6.2.3 Any action of the Hirer is deemed to be unacceptable by the Owner whether in relation to the nature of the Event, health and safety, compliance with applicable local or governmental authority regulations, advertising or otherwise, have the right to forfeit any deposit paid.

6.3       The Owner reserves the right to cancel the Event at any time if circumstances beyond its reasonable control affect the Owner’s ability to make the Premises available.  In that case, the Owner shall have no liability to the Hirer except to return its deposit and any other payment received prior to the Event, after deducting all expenditure reasonably incurred by the Owner in relation to the Event.

7.         PAYMENT & CHARGES

7.1       The Hirer will be responsible for any other costs incurred by the Owner in relation to the Event.

7.2       The Club reserves the right to charge the Hirer at its usual rates for the use of the Premises if the use continues after the time at which the Event is due to end. (£100.00 per hour).

7.3       Payments made by credit card will incur a 2% surcharge.

7.4       Payments made by cheque should be paid well in time to clear at Club’s bank account.

8.         RULES OF CONDUCT

8.1       The Hirer shall ensure that the Hirer and its guests do not cause any nuisance to the Owner or any third parties at the Premises, nor will the Hirer permit any unlawful activities on the Premises.

8.2       The Hirer shall ensure that no breach of any bye-laws, statutory requirements or health and safety regulations is committed by the Hirer or any of its guests.

8.3       The Hirer shall ensure that all rules of conduct with respect to the Premises, and which are supplied to the Hirer by the Owner, are strictly adhered to.

9.         INDEMNITY

The Hirer shall be liable for and shall indemnify the Club against any loss or damage incurred by the Club as a result of any act or omission or breach of Contract by the Hirer or by any of its guests or other third party for which the Hirer is responsible.

9.2       Loss or Damage of Property.

The Club does not accept any responsibility in respect of loss or damage to any property brought onto the premises by or on behalf of the Hirer or Wedding guests.

9.3       Damage-The Hirer shall be responsible for any damage caused to the club or furnishings, utensils or equipment by wilful act or default of the Hirer or their guests. The Hirer shall pay to the Club on demand the amount required to make good or remedy such damage.

10.       GENERAL

10.1     Assignment and Subletting

The Contract is personal to the Hirer and may not be assigned or sublet without the prior written consent of the Owner.

10.2     Notices

Every notice shall be in writing and sent either by E-mail or by prepaid first class letter to the other party at the address of that party shown in the Contract.

10.3     Smoking policy

Smoking is only permitted in the specified smoking area at the front of the building known as the terrace, using the smoking receptacles provided by the Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club.

Smoking is not permitted at any time inside the club premises.

10.4      Drinking up time

All hirers and guests must vacate the building and the premises completely by 12:30 am unless by prior arrangement with the Manager.

The official drinking up time is 20 minutes from the call of last orders at the bar.

10.5     Unreasonable behaviour

Any unreasonable behaviour by individuals or persons within the Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club premises i.e. the use of inappropriate language or threatening behaviour towards the management team, staff or guests, will be asked to leave at the discretion of the Manager or his team.

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10.6 Children

After 9 pm children must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult.

The removal of footwear and running is not permitted at any time due to health and safety policies.

10.7 Underage drinking

The club operates a very strict underage drinking policy therefore photographic ID must be shown at all times including documented proof of DOB, if requested or challenged by a member of staff. The management reserve the right to refuse serving alcohol to any individual that is unable to provide the requested id.

10.8 Members facilities

All members of the Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club are entitled to use the premises, including Armada Room and private member’s bar at all reasonable times as specified on the membership contract.

The above mentioned areas are only available to non-members and hirers just before a Civil Marriage Ceremony as a meeting point or if the client has paid for the use of the Armada Room as specified on their hirer contract.

The private member’s bar is not available for use at any time to non-members unless approved in advance in writing by the Manager.

10.9     The Hirer may only use the rooms specified.

10.9     Governing Law

The Contract is governed by English law and the parties submit to the jurisdiction of the English courts.

May 2011

The course this Wednesday was VIP# which was at least easy to remember and an excellent route,  thank you Jon,  with a tricky beat and 2 broad reaches.

The actual course was West Mallard,  Ash,  S Winter,  Liberty Yachts.

The first leg was a fetch from the club line where it paid to start in the middle closest to the first mark – Option A.   Neil and Rob took Option A with Rob to windward and with slightly more speed on the gun he sailed over Neil to take a 2 boat length lead.  The rest of the fleet took Option B which was to start higher to windward and closer to the club.  Peter Hickling was was on for a cracking start but was ‘just’ over the line at the start and had to double back to make amends.

The beat from West Mallard to Ash was quite tricky as the increasing ebb tides from the Plym and Tamar converged across the beat as well as breeze flicking between West and North West.  Rob found a good line up the first beat to pull out a 100m lead by Ash,  followed by Martin Bevan and Neil Oxton.

The broad reach to S Winter provided some planing in the gusts with a gybe at the mark to Liberty yachts in the Cattewater.

On the  second and third laps Martin sailed consistently to close the gap to 30 metres from the lead boat but Rob held the lead to the finish.  Not without plenty of looks over the shoulder though.  Neil Oxton came third.

Last night’s Enterprise fleet certainly enjoyed plenty of excitement in the 12-18 knot Westerly to North Westerly breeze.
The course was NW Winter, SW Winter, North East Winter, RAF.

Most of the fleet made a great start at the line and headed out on Starboard towards Drake’s Island. Peter Hickling rounded first in front of Neil Oxton and Martin Bevan. Peter Ganderton and Rob Beaton were fighting a rear guard action during which Peter got port and starboard cosy with Clare Whitehill’s Laser Radial. The ride to SW Winter was fast and furious in the gusts with a do or die gybe at the mark. There were some swimmers and upturned boats at the mark from other fleets which required some weaving to navigate successfully.

The reach to NW Winter was fully powered up and planing in the gusts. After all the fun of the race so far,  everything came to a stuttering halt as the safety boats stopped the fleet to let a coaster enter the Cattewater. Martin Bevan and Rob Beaton clipped the back of the ship and made the best of this impromptu re-start. Peter Hinkley and Neil Oxton however lost their hard won lead over the rest of the boats. It’s unfair but a consequence of sailing in a busy port and does not happen that often.

Martin and Nick made the best of the next beat and powered away to a 80m lead at the windward mark. Rob Beaton in Egg & Spoon was partnered with his uber light weight crew which meant he was slow up the beat but fast downwind, so he closed the gap on Martin to one boat length by NW Winter. The dead run to RAF, and the opportunity to blanket Martin, allowed him to get passed into first. The third lap did not see any place changes near the front until Martin tried to use his jib stick as a harpoon and lost it over the side on the run to RAF. Not being the first to go this way he quickly doubled back to get it, allowing the following pack to close him down. Under this extra pressure he fluffed the RAF rounding allowing Neil Oxton through. In the melee a another gap opened up for cheeky Peter to nip through and pip both for second. Neil Oxton came third, Martin a mercurial fourth.

* Pressure washer and lance. Yellow Karcher is in store.
* Water. Tap at end of dinghy park steps. Stopcock in store.
* Electric. Socket in store on lefthand side.
* Power extension leads. There is a 20m reel in the store but you will need another 10m extension to daisy chain onto the end. Either bring your own or borrow one from the club.
* Hose. Yellow hose for washing boats. Other hoses in changing rooms if needed.
* Hose extension. The main hose needs an extension. The kitchen has two hose reels including an extension hose. You will need to ask nicely as they have sharp knives and I think they know how to throw them.
* Hose connectors. The availability of connectors varies as people borrow them so come equipped with spares.
** [Tap] – Tap to male connector – hose to female – [hose] – hose to female – [extension hose male fitting] – [hose] – hose to female – tap to male connector – [pressure washer].
Summary: 2 x tap to male, 3 x hose to female.

You might find all the connectors are there but if not then you’ll be stuck. It would be worth putting a set of connectors in a bag for this purpose.

Tap to male:

Hose to female:

The voyage will take between 6 and 10 hours depending on the wind strength and direction. They will be travelling across the open water of the English Channel so can expect waves, high winds and maybe even dolphins.

To sponsor Ben and Kate Rolllinson and follow their progress, live, please visit: www.topperchallenge.com

A committee boat start is great. Thanks to Keith and his team for getting out on his yacht to give the racers a plumb line and a chance to fight for the best start.

We had a North Westerly breeze of about 10 knots but it was gusty and shifty as you would expect. The course was from Jennicliff to North East Winter, Melampus, inflatable mark which was 150m downwind from the start and north west of Dunstone buoy.

In the Enterprise fleet Peter Hinkling found space and speed to pick up the the best of the shifts in the first beat to round first. He already had quite a lead at the first mark and was followed by Neil Oxton, Martin Bevan, James Scrivens and Rob Beaton.

The broad reach to Melampus provided some planing in the gusts but The were no place changes. The leg East back to the leeward inflatable mark allowed Rob Beaton in Egg and Spoon to get back into 3rd spot behind Neil Oxton. ‘The Doctors’ were well gone and had a 100m lead but in gusty conditions big leads can be lost.

The second lap provided lots of shifts, lots of tacks. Neil and Rob crossed transoms and navigated between gusts and other fleets together up the right hand side of the beat. Near the top Rob found a big shift, which put them half about, and gave them a big lift into the windward mark and a 50m lead on Neil. To add insult Martin squeaked inside at the leeward mark to take third.

Results:http://www.halsraceresults.com/crs/crs.aspx?DSKey=666

There are two new boats in the fleet this year.  Peter Ganderton has upgraded the multi series winning Tacamahaca to a much newer Different Shade,  complete with a centre main system.  Rob Beaton has returned to the fleet after a 10 year sabbatical in a JJ built Ent,  also with a centre main but with a centreboard mounted block.    Both are ‘coming to terms’ with this new system and have been seen scrambling around and pushing the limits of roll tacks.
This weeks race was a close encounter with plenty of boat on boat action.   The breeze was between West and North west with the start of the neap flood tide coming at the start of the race.  The course was a Westerly favourite – LKEV.  Which,  if you have a course card to hand is,  South Mallard (as the start speader),  Dunstone,  Melampus,  West Mallard.

Neil Oxton and Peter Ganderton started lower down the line with a tighter fetch to South Mallard.  Rob Beaton started higher up so was pointing lower but with further to go.  Neil was first round followed very closely by Rob and Peter.  Peter somehow,  because I am sure this is physically impossible passed Rob and Neil to leeward on the leg to Dunstone to lead up the first beat to Melampus.

Rob put in a clearing tack on port and tacked back on a lift to take the lead by 10ft from Neil.  Neil dipped by 4ft to pass behind.   By Melampus Rob had a 40 metre lead from Neil and Martin Bevan now in third.  Peter was experimenting with centre main sheet issues at this point.

Neil excelled in the marginal planing to West Mallard and closed the lead from 40 metres to 4.  By the bottom of the second beat Neil was right on Rob’s transom and put in a long clearing tack whilst Rob headed out to the better tide.  This tidal option paid off as Rob extended his lead to 50 metres which he held to the end of the race with Neil in second and Martin Bevan in third.

Enterprise Restults: http://www.halsraceresults.com/crs/crs.aspx?DSKey=666

The Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club is situated on the water’s edge halfway between Plymouth Hoe and the Barbican. We have magnificent sea views over the sound, with three city marina’s close by.

We are an active sailing club and the tireless efforts of our members in recent years means we are able to offer competition all year round. There is a good slipway and a secure dinghy park which is home to a fleet of boats available to hire, as well as a private harbour where yachts can dry out.

The Clubhouse has excellent facilities, but our “Jewel in the crown” is the View Restaurant where you may enjoy fine food and stunning scenery. The ballroom, with its own large bar, has the same magnificent views as does the sun terrace.

Most spectacular of all is our RPCYC viewing lounge – The Armada Room – with its elevated position providing a panoramic vista over the whole of the harbour.

Our food and our service has gained such a fine reputation that we have become a popular venue for weddings, parties and business functions.

** You do not have to be a sailor to enjoy all we have to offer. Many members join simply for the social side, enjoying the camaraderie and warm welcome guaranteed at our friendly club which surely boasts one of the loveliest locations in the south of England.**

Come and take a look for yourself, you won’t be disappointed.

The Royal Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club is situated in the historic naval port of Plymouth, 120 miles South West of Bristol down the M5 and A38, 152 miles west of Southampton down the A33 and A31 and 45 miles south west of Exeter down the A38

** For Satellite navigation purposes our Post code is PL1 2NY**

The Club is situated right on the coast just south  of Plymouth city centre

Directions

from the west

Take the A38 and the A386 following signs to Plymouth. At Manadon junction roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Mannamead Rd/ B3250 heading to Mutley. Follow the B3250 for about 2 miles before turning left on to Charles street (A374).  At the Charles Cross Roundabout, take the 4Th exit on to Exeter Street (signposted bus station). At St Andrew’s cross Roundabout, takevthe 1st exit onto kinterbury street. After about 100 yards, turn right at Buckwell street. Turn right at vauxhall street (B3240) then take the first left on to Southside street. Continue on to the Barbican for around 300 yards and turn left into Madeira Road.  The club is around 300 yards down on your left.

From the North 

Head towards Plymouth on the A386 until you reach the Manadon junction Roundabout and then follow the directions above.

From the East

Head towards Plymouth on the A38, taking the  A374/B3416 exit toward Plympton/ Kingsbridge/A379. At the Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Plymouth Rd/ A374 heading to Kingbridge/A379. Continue to follow A374 for nearly two miles. Keep left at the fork and across one roundabout, bearing slightly left at Breton side (B3240) and after 350 yards turning left into Vauxhall street. Take the first left on to Southside Street, continue on to The Barbican for around 300 yards and turn left in to Madeira Rd.  The club is around 300 yards down on your left.

Public Transport

The nearest railway station to the club is Plymouth, which is just over a mile to the north. Trains run west to Truro, Falmouth and Penzance. Exeter is an hour away, London three hours on First Great western. Trains run direct to Bristol (2hours 15 minutes’ journey time).

The View Restaurant has become a popular destination for those seeking mouth- watering cuisine at refreshingly reasonable prices. The spectacular views over Plymouth Sound while you sit down to your meal are simply an added bonus that further sets us apart from the ordinary.

A wide range of dishes, generally home made, is available from our all day menu, together with a selection of daily specials. Vegetarians are always very catered for and our chefs are able to provide for those diners with special dietary requirements. Although not always necessary, its is advisable to book in advance. 

Our Starters feature delicious deep fried crispy Whitebait on salad leaves dressed with fresh lemon or fresh home made soup served with home made breads and butter.

For your main course, why not try Sea food pasta Salmon, white fish, smoked haddock with mussels and squid bound in tomato passata with fresh Tagliatelle or the Corinthian Summer Salad, Mixed seasonal leaves with warm new potatoes drizzled with herbs and garlic infused olive oil topped with stir fried Duck breast sprinkled with sesame seeds and honey.

For dessert How does Baked chocolate fondant sponge with orange compote served with clotted cream quenelle or Strawberry fondue with vanilla, lemon and milk chocolate sauce sound??

These are just a few of the options available, there are many more besides. We also have a good selection of sandwiches and tasty snacks that are filling in their own right. The quality is certainly excellent, but we don’t skimp on portions, either!!

Each Sunday we put on a three course carvery, sometimes accompanied by performances from our club pianist.

When out and about enjoying the unique atmosphere of the Plymouth Hoe, why not take time to enjoy our diverse lunchtime menu.

For mealtime accompaniment we offer an extensive choice of fine wines to leave the taste buds tingling.

We also have an in house bakery where our Head chef bakes his delicious cakes and a variety of scones for our Devon cream teas.