Exciting LT racing last Sunday in 10-18 knots gusty fluky west to north westers. Last week's racing was the opening "Short Course" race series for the season held at Mounts Bay Sailing Club. Three windward and return short races (not so short for some!) was scheduled with separate starts 3 minutes apart with the Sharpie and Foiling Moth classes.
The LT fleet was met with some savage gusts as well as some frustrating lulls however Julian Atkinson mastered the tricky conditions to claim his maiden LT winner's flag. Second was another new LT sailor Alastair Mckinnon followed in third by Greg Willmott
Unfortunately the rest of the fleet was disqualified for making the rookie error of failing to sign on.
Don't forget to sign on and wear an approved vest for all racing at MBSC
Racing is on next Sunday at 2pm at Mounts Bay Sailing Club, briefing at 1pm. Sunday looking like an easterly course at this stage, course details advised on the day
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MBSC is the Home of the 20/21 World Windsurfer LT Titles.
Many of you will remember the 1984 Worlds in Perth and how fantastic it was.
If you are keen on big fleet racing this is your chance as we are expecting 200+ at the 20/21 event. The LT has been reported as the fastest growing sailing class in the world so participation is strong.
start practicing now...
MBSC (Australia II Drive Crawley) Sailboard racing on Sunday afternoon's. ALL welcome including non windsurfer boards, members and non members of MBSC.
Please note MBSC are offering three free race days, if you want to race at MBSC a fourth time you will need to become a member (reduced rate reciprocal memberships available if you are a member of another yacht club.
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Will there be charter gear available
Yes. I understand there were 85 charter boards for international entrants, in Lake Garda for the 2019 LT worlds. I also understand that there is a current plan, still to be officially confirmed, that there will be at least 100 charter boards for the 2020 LT Worlds in Perth and these will be for international competitors only.
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Will there be charter gear available
Yes. I understand there were 85 charter boards for international entrants, in Lake Garda for the 2019 LT worlds. I also understand that there is a current plan, still to be officially confirmed, that there will be at least 100 charter boards for the 2020 LT Worlds in Perth and these will be for international competitors only.
Just to add/clarify
i believe international will have first dib
then eastern state sailors.
then local if there are any left
i don't believe there will be any left for local but
Windsurfer association Will confirm
this later.
Select to expand quotesnides8 said..RichardG said..cammd said..
Will there be charter gear available
Yes. I understand there were 85 charter boards for international entrants, in Lake Garda for the 2019 LT worlds. I also understand that there is a current plan, still to be officially confirmed, that there will be at least 100 charter boards for the 2020 LT Worlds in Perth and these will be for international competitors only.
Just to add/clarify
i believe international will have first dib
then eastern state sailors.
then local if there are any left
i don't believe there will be any left for local but
Windsurfer association Will confirm
this later.
Sounds like a good plan. 100 charter boards is pretty awesome
Racing hostilities continue tomorrow at Mounts Bay Sailing Sunday 27 October.
Starts at 2pm, briefing at around 1pm. All windsurfers welcome, including non LT beers after at the presentation
Looks like a nice breeze for any newbies a bit rusty`
Charter Windsurfer LT Board available to race, contact Mark @ Surf Sail Australia 9381 1888 to arrange
Mounts Bay Sailing Club Windsurfer LT racing on this Sunday 3 November
All Welcome, racing starts at 2pm, briefing at 1pm
Why Race at Mounts Bay Sailing Club?
Easy Parking
rig on the grassed area in front of the clubhouse
Close Tactical Racing
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere
All facilities available
Board Storage
Unbeatable city views
Bar and presentations after racingP
rofessionally run starts, courses and results
MBSC Windsurfer LT Racing Results Sunday 27 October 2019
There's a new kid on the block! Newbie Clive Swanson (aka "handy swanny") sailed a brilliant race to take out his maiden winner's flag at last Sunday's MBSC racing
The race was held on the southwesterly MBSC course in the bay in 8-12 knot SW.
The lead changed regularly during the afternoon but Clive showed his considerable light wind skills by taking out the win narrowly from Mike Ingram.
Mark was third followed by Richard and Greg
Big thanks to the volunteer starting team of Snides and Cheryl (pictured) who stayed on the water all afternoon starting the S80's, Sharpies, LT's. GP's as well as multiple Foiling Moth starts.
Mounts Bay Sailing club relies on it's member volunteers to make the Sunday Racing possible, please continue to turn up and support your club
Hope to see you all at the MBSC racing next week, race starts at 2pm, briefing at 1pm
LT Windsurfer Racing Charter Board
Want to have a few races but not ready to commit? Charter a race ready LT and test yourself, fully rigged Windsurfer LT ready to go (harness and lines available). Contact Mark to organise a Windsurfer LT Charter Board (mark@surfsailaustralia.com.au)
Worlds Update
The Windsurfer LT worlds are on at MBSC December 2020. Current LT world champ Tim Gourlay has tee'd up legendary windsurfing film maker Matt Holder to take some footage of the Windsurfer MBSC LT racing Sunday week 10 November.
Matt is putting together a promo video (drones, tripods and interviews) for the up coming Windsurfer LT worlds so we need as many LTs on the water as possible on Sunday the 10th. Get down to MBSC racing on the 10th November.... you might be front and centre on the promo video
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Worlds Update
Video Teaser/Photo Shoot Postponed
Due to unsuitable forecast weather conditions for filming for this Sunday Matt Holder World's teaser video/photo shoot has been POSTPONED until next Sunday 17th November. Please try to show up for this, we need as many LT sailors as possible.
Anyway there will still be racing this Sunday 10 November so come on down all LT sailors and any other racers welcome.
MBSC Windsurfer LT Racing Results Sunday 10 November 2019
Another beautiful 8-12 knot west/south westerly day for racing for the first Club Heat on the MBSC 2019/20 sailing calendar. A solid fleet of 14 starters lined up to race including seasoned and experienced world class LT Windsurfer sailors Peter Monkhouse and Nick Poll as well as Cheryl Draper on her windsurfer foil board Tabou Rocket 130 with NP Glide.
Mounts Bay Sailing Club rear commodore Steve Schneider took home the winners pennant and showed the fleet how to negotiate the tricky and challenging bay conditions with skill and guile.
Snides picked the wind shifts up the last beat to overtake leader at the last turning mark Class Captain Mark Taylor.
Mike Ingram followed closely in third, then Past Commodore Peter Schneider and not far adrift in 5th regular MBSC Windsurfer LT racer Richard Grauaug
A big warm welcome to new MBSC member Sam Cinanni who battled around the course on his heavy old poly Windsurfer One Design with a 6.0 RAF sail. Sam will be better for the sail at his first club race and is a welcomed addition to the MBSC Windsurf LT fleet.
Another massive thanks to the volunteer Mounts Bay Sailing Club starting and finishing teams and rescue boat crews
Mounts Bay Sailing club relies on it's member volunteers to make the Sunday Racing possible, please continue to turn up and support your club.
Hope to see you all at the MBSC racing/filming this Sunday 17th November.
Pre start maneuvering at the Mounts Bay Sailing Club Windsurfer LT first Club Heat for season 2019/20 10 November 2019
Race Start Mounts Bay Sailing Club Windsurfer LT 10 November 2019
LT Windsurfer Racing Charter Board
Want to have a few races but not ready to commit? Charter a race ready LT and test yourself, fully rigged Windsurfer LT ready to go (harness and lines available). Contact Mark to organise a Windsurfer LT Charter Board @ Surf Sail Australia 9381 1888 to arrange. You can start your Worlds campaign now !
Worlds Update
Video Teaser/Photo Shoot On This Sunday
FILMING IS ON this Sunday. Matt Holder Windsurfer LT World's teaser video/photo shoot is all go for this Sunday 17th November. Please try to show up for this, we need as many LT sailors on the water as possible.
NEW WINDSURFER LTS for Mounts Bay Sailing Club Juniors
Mounts Bay Sailing Club have just purchased 4 brand new Windsurfer LT's for their Junior Development Fleet. Saskia Mackay (MBSC Junior Sailing/L&D Coordinator) and Snides (Rear Commmodore) have been prime movers in this exciting Club initiative.
Steve and Saskia will also be running adult learn to windsurf programs in the new year so let them know if you know of anyone who might be keen to learn.
Look out for up and coming Windsurfer LT racers in the next few seasons !
Mounts Bay Sailing Club Windsurfer LT Racing this Sunday 17th November is ON!
Worlds Video Shoot Postponed until next week
All Welcome, racing starts at 2pm, briefing at 1pm
Why Race at Mounts Bay Sailing Club?
Easy Parking
Rig on the grassed area in front of the clubhouse
Close Tactical Racing
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere
All skill levels welcomed
All facilities available
Lock Up Board Storage
Unbeatable city views
Bar and presentations after racing
Professionally run starts, courses and results
Rescue boats standing by for all racing
Full insurance for Club Members
Not expensive to join Club, reciprocal memberships available
For worlds 2020 entry, sailing club membership required.
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The Lightweight World Champion Tim Gourlay takes his children for a sail last weekend off MBSC.
RACING RESULTS FOR SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2019
Last Sunday's Racing was the first Mounts Bay Sailing Club "Mini Series" for season 2019/2020
A series of three mini races are held in the bay consisting of windward return legs (two upwind and two downwind legs).
Racing was again held in light shifting west southwesterly winds between about 8-14 knots, making for close and tactical racing between the fleet of 11 starters.
Each of the three races had a different winner. Past Commodore Peter Schneider showed the LT fleet that sailing talent in the Schneider family runs deep by taking out the first race with ease.
The second heat was won convincingly by class veteran Nick Poll and MBSC Windsurfer LT Class Captain Mark Taylor narrowly took the winner's pennant home in race #3.
Newcomer Sam showed a massive improvement on the Demo LT board and will be looking to improve again this week on his new board.
Results For Race #1
1. Peter Schneider
2. Mike Ingram
3. Simon King
4. Mark Taylor
5. Nick Poll
6. Richard Grauaug
7. Sam Cinanni
Results For Race #2
1. Nick Poll
2. Simon King
3. Mark Taylor
4. Mike Ingram
5. Peter Schneider
6. Richard Grauaug
7. Sam Cinanni
Results For Race #3
1. Mark Taylor
2. Nick Poll
3. Peter Schneider
4. Simon King
5. Richard Grauaug
6. Sam Cinanni
7. Mike Ingram DNS
Thanks again for the MBSC volunteer start and finish teams and the rescue boats, looking forward to stronger breezes for this Sunday's racing
Mounts Bay Sailing Club Windsurfer LT Racing this Sunday 24th November is ON!
Worlds Video Shoot ON this Sunday
All Welcome, Matt will be filming from 12.30 pm, racing starts at 2pm, briefing at 1pm
Why Race at Mounts Bay Sailing Club?
Easy Parking
Rig on the grassed area in front of the clubhouse
Close Tactical Racing in the bay
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere
All skill levels welcomed
All facilities available
Lock Up Board Storage
Unbeatable city views
Bar and presentations after racing
Professionally run starts, courses and results
Rescue boats standing by for all racing
Full insurance for Club Members
Join the Club now!
Reciprocal memberships available
Membership Enquiries to Sarah in the office
sarah.fowlie@mbsc.com.au
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Filming for the Windsurfer Class World Championships teaser video is ON. See you all at 12:30 today at MBSC. Non- Members welcome for today. Cracking forecast!
Important Notice Re MBSC Membership
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Effective immediately you must be a financial member of the Club to use the club grounds/facilities at ALL TIMES and or to participate in the weekly Sunday racing (unless by invitation), the offer of FREE RACING is no longer on the table.
As you would be aware Mounts Bay Sailing Club have generously offered their racing program and Club facilities for free to Windsurfer LT Sailors for all of last season and the first part of this season.
This initiative was designed not only to get the LT Racing Fleet off the ground in WA but also to bolster MBSC's Membership
Steve Schneider has been the driving force behind this generous MBSC offer and must take the credit for growth of the Windsurfer LT racing fleet in WA to date.
Unfortunately all good things come to an end and the MBSC Management Committee have decided to withdraw this offer effective immediately.
I encourage all Windsurfer LT sailors to join the Club, in the scheme of things it is not expensive and will be healthy for the growth of the Windsurfer Class in WA.
Australian Sailing have advised that yacht club membership will be a pre- requisite to register for the 2020 Windsurfer Worlds to be hosted by MBSC. Club membership is also typically required in many regattas as prescribed by the applicable Notice of Race.
Please act NOW, there is still lots of Sunday racing to come this season..all membership enquiries should be directed to Sarah at the MBSC Office.
Why Join Mounts Bay Sailing Club?
The home club for Windsurfer LT Racing in WA
Easy secure parking
Rig on the grassed area in front of the clubhouse
Wash down facilities for gear after racing
Close tactical regular racing in the bay
Relaxed and family friendly atmosphere
All skill levels welcomed
Change rooms, BBQ's, hot showers and facilities available
Ongoing learn to sail/windsurf programs offered
Lock Up Board Storage available
Unbeatable city views
Canteen, bar and presentations after racing
Professionally run starts, courses and results
Rescue boats standing by for all racing
Full insurance for Club Members
Join the Club now! Reciprocal memberships available
Membership Enquiries to Sarah in the office
MBSC Windsurfer LT RACING RESULTS Sunday 24 November 2019
(Credits for all images to Matt Holder @Reflex Films)
Ballistic 22-27 knot conditions for last Sunday's windsurfing LT racing saw half of the 20 strong starting fleet retire before the end of the first race (toughen up princesses!). Mounts Bay Sailing Club set up another 3 mini race windward return series in the bay, an invitation event designed to get some action footage for the Worlds Teaser video.
The cream rose to the top with Scotty McKercher, Mike Galvin, Tim Gourlay and Nick Poll dominating in all of the three races.
Thanks to the MBSC volunteer starting and rescue teams (including Snides) who bounced around in very unpleasant conditions for nearly 3 hours while we all enjoyed the racing.
Race #1
1. Scotty
2. Galvo
3.Tim
Race #2
1. Galvo
2. Scotty
3 Tim
Race #3
1. Scotty
2 Tim
3 Nick
Scotty McKercher dominating with style in heavy conditions
Downwind leg, arrowed upside down capsized Sharpies and Scotty and Galvo way out in front in a gybing duel
HEAVY hitters Scotty, Gordon, Kelvin, Adam and Julian going to windward in heavy conditions
Tim (current Lightweight World Champ) rounding the top mark shows his class and even at 68 kgs can match the Swan River local big boys in the heavy breeze. The depth of talent, skill and competitiveness in the WA racing fleet is astounding and world class.
Tim nails another perfectly timed leeward end start
East Freo Yacht Club legend Laurie Huck hung in there to finish all three races
Kelvin, Laney and newcomer to the LT fleet Lee sailed well and had close tussles in all three races
Scotty and Tim head home for a well earned beer after nearly 3 hours of gruelling racingSunday Racing On This Sunday 1 December (sorry MBSC Members only)
Want to have a few races but not ready to commit? Charter a race ready LT and test yourself, fully rigged Windsurfer LT ready to go (harness and lines available). Contact Mark to organise a Windsurfer LT Charter Board
New fully rigged Windsurfer LT boards and all Windsurfer LT accessories available from Surf Sail Australia
Worlds Update
Thanks a million to Matt Holder from Reflex Films for shooting last Sunday's racing action at MBSC, the home of the 2020 Windsurfer Worlds (all images above credit to Reflex Films). Matt's drone piloting skills were certainly put to the test in the extreme wind conditions. Due to the conditions last Sunday Matt may have to come back another day to get some more content for the Worlds teaser video.....stay tuned for further updates
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MBSC Windsurfer LT RACING RESULTS Sunday 1 December 2019
Fantastic 14-16 knot southwesterly conditions for last Sunday's Mounts Bay Sailing Club windsurfing racing.
8 Starters lined up for a mid river south easterly course which was quickly changed to a southwesterly course as the late sea breeze filled in.
As the wind strengthened we enjoyed perfect conditions sailing a brand new course in Melville Water East.
Welcome to our two new MBSC members Julian Atkinson and Clive Swanson.
MBSC Class Captain Mark Taylor led the way to a well deserved win after a tight tussle with Mike and Julian. The back markers stayed in touch with the leaders and the whole fleet was tightly bunched for most of the day.
Results for MBSC Club Race 1 December 2019
1. Mark Taylor
2.Michael Ingram
3.Julian Atkinson
4.Peter Schneider
5.Clive Swanson
6.Greg Willmott
7.Richard Grauaug
8.Sam Cinanni
Thanks again to MBSC volunteer starting and rescue teams, hope to see you all on Sunday.
Racing on this Sunday 8 December, all new course into Melville Water, Le Mans off the beach Start at 2pm
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MBSC 2020 Windsurfer Worlds Update
The WA Committee for the up and coming 2020 Windsurfer Worlds are asking for WA LT sailor's information to complete their sailor database and keep everyone in the loop. The Committee needs your help, please provide the following:
1. Name
2. Sail Number
3. Australian Sailing Number
Australian Sailing number can be found
HERE: www.sailing.org.au/member-finder/
Please email details to Greg Willmott: gregoryw@westnet.com.au
President of the WCAA, and overall World Champion, Nick Bez has just sent through a list of international LT events for 2020 - It's at this link:
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Tim Gourlay, the current Lightweight World Champion based in WA, will be going to the European championships in France in July 2020.
This might help others who also have interest.
Its cool we have top international talent in the LT Australian fleet in WA and its very exciting indeed to see the growth of interest in this great sailing class.
Happy sailing.
MBSC Windsurfer LT RACING RESULTS Sunday 8 December 2019
A solid 20-22 knot southwesterly breeze greeted the Mounts Bay LT Windsurfer sailors for our Sunday race on 8 December.
Rigging space on the club lawn was hard to find as preparations ramped up for the World Moth Championships hosted by MBSC
Off the beach start was the order of the day for the Windsurfers with Cheryl and Steve handling the starting duties.
The long downwind run to the first mark resulted in a tight mark rounding with Julian, Mark and Michael fighting for the lead.
Michael quickly stamped his dominance on the fleet and romped away in the heavy conditions showing class and style in his resounding win.
The top three sailors all recorded speeds in excess of 20 knots on the long reach to the mark off Como Jetty and the 20km + course tested all starters
Results for MBSC Club Race 8 December 2019
1.Michael Ingram
2.Julian Atkinson
3.Mark Taylor
Thanks again to MBSC volunteer starting and rescue teams, hope to see you all on Sunday for the last club race for 2019. MBSC Windsurfer LT racing starts again mid January...more info soon
Racing on this Sunday 22 December, last race for 2019! Race starts 2pm
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Info from Sunday 8th Dec club race-sourced winner Michael Ingram, FIRST AND FASTEST at MBSC.
Course distance (rhumbline) = 10.8 km
Sailed distance (by me) = 17.1 km
Max speed 19.8 knots (20.7 knots after the race)
Ave speed 7.1 knots
"If you look at my course, I made a few poor decisions going upwind on legs 4 and 6, tacking at the wrong time and over-standing marks.Mast base right at the front, centreboard almost half-up going upwind, and sail had downhaul on 5.7 and 40 on the boom / outhaul. The sail was a bit too flat going downwind but was easier to handle upwind. Another mistake was not putting the centreboard right down when the wind lightened off near the finish in the lee of the club."
MBSC Windsurfer LT RACING RESULTS Sunday 22 December 2019
A very pleasant 16-18 knot southwesterly breeze saw new MBSC member Clive Swanson blitz the fleet to take out the last club race for season 2019. Clive showed his considerable medium weather upwind skills and was never challenged by any sailors in the fleet.
Clive narrowly avoided getting cleaned up by the paddle steamer SS Decoy just before the MBSC finish line to comfortably record his maiden winners flag in front of Mark Taylor
A fast improving Past Commodore Peter Schneider was leading the fleet on the first upwind beat however he sailed to the wrong mark (attend the briefing please)
A perfect day to finish the 2019 year
Results for MBSC Club Race 22 December 2019
1. Clive Swanson
2. Mark Taylor
3. Michael Ingram
4. Julian Atkinson
5. Richard Grauaug
Thanks again to MBSC volunteer starting and rescue teams, hope to see you all on Sunday 19th January 2020 for the first club race for 2020.
Merry Christmas and best wishes for 2020
Next MBSC Club Race 19 January 2020
Race Stats From Mike Ingram 22 December 2019
Course length = 9.26 km
Sailed distance (Mike) = 15.3 km
Max speed = 14.8 knots
Ave course speed (approx, includes pre-start time and post-finish) = 7.3 knots
Best speed over 500m = 13.1 knots
Wind Speed 16-18 knots SW
Next MBSC Sunday 19 January 2020 (sorry MBSC Members only or by invitation)
Want to have a few races but not ready to commit? Charter a race ready LT and test yourself, fully rigged Windsurfer LT ready to go (harness and lines available). Contact Mark to organise a Windsurfer LT Charter Board and invitation to MBSC for newcomers to try out.
New fully rigged Windsurfer LT boards and all Windsurfer LT accessories available from Surf Sail Australia
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Race Stats From Mike Ingram 22 December 2019
Course length = 9.26 km
Sailed distance (Mike) = 15.3 km
Max speed = 14.8 knots
Ave course speed (approx, includes pre-start time and post-finish) = 7.3 knots
Best speed over 500m = 13.1 knots
Wind Speed 16-18 knots SW
Matilda, Addison, Robins, Quarry, Finish?
Select to expand quoteStuthepirate said..RichardG said..
Race Stats From Mike Ingram 22 December 2019
Course length = 9.26 km
Sailed distance (Mike) = 15.3 km
Max speed = 14.8 knots
Ave course speed (approx, includes pre-start time and post-finish) = 7.3 knots
Best speed over 500m = 13.1 knots
Wind Speed 16-18 knots SW
Matilda, Addison, Robins, Quarry, Finish?
Stu start line was in vicinity of Quarry and the course you have cited is correct. Your local knowledge is excellent !
Stu,
The prize I am prepared to offer you is one invitational race at MBSC on an LT. *
*conditions apply.
