The forecast was for a very wet and windy day, in fact so much so that general sailing was cancelled for the day and only racing was planned to go ahead. But despite the mornings foul weather, 7 hardy (or is that foolhardy? Ed.) racers turned up to race, and their keenness was rewarded, as… Read More
Recognising from previous posts that the motor boat sees very little of the real action in the race our Fleet Reporter (soon to retire) has kindly provided his view of the race. Here it is: What a nice day for sailing, plenty of sunshine and a steady breeze looked to provide for a good days… Read More
Yesterday, Wealden Sailability were very happy to accept a donation of £1000 from the Paddock Wood Freemasons. (following text as published by Paddock Wood Freemasons). Paddock Wood Freemasons were delighted to give a cheque to Wealden Sailability for £1000 to help in the excellent work that they do in taking disabled children and adults sailing… Read More
It was good to be back on the water at Chipstead but feeling slightly tired after watching lots of late night/early morning TV of what was has been an incredible Rio 2016 Paralympics. Team GB having broken through 100 medals today!! An amazing performance by all the 4000+ competitors and their supporters which will create… Read More
What a fantastic day we had for racing on Thursday, with lots of sunshine, and for a change lots of wind too..!! The forecast for the wind (which seemed to be quite accurate this time!) was 16mph, gusting into the 20’s….that’s force-4, gusting force-5, maybe even force-6..!! But, throughout the morning, just to show how… Read More
Today was a beautiful summer’s day and after a very quiet start to the day, sufficient wind filled the lake at 1045 which enabled the fifth race of the summer series to be confirmed and 14 entrants began milling around the start line ready for the off at 1130! It was great to welcome some new WS Racers: Andy… Read More