Dates for your Diary...

The 2013 YCW Weymouth Keelboat Championships will be held over five days with six races (two discards) commencing,

Wednesday 14th August in Portland Harbour at CCSC committee boat 18:30 first start

Thursday 15th August in Weymouth Bay at WSC committee boat 18:30 first start.

Friday 16th August 17:00, Long distance race for keelboats with competitors expected to finish after sunset. One race around the cans for Squibs

Saturday 17th August Weymouth Bay, two races starting no earlier than mid day. Around the inshore cans.
Social Saturday evening at WSC

Sunday 18th August Weymouth Bay. One long race around the outer cans (Two around inshore cans for Squibs)

Prize giving Sunday afternoon at WSC.

The YCW committee has listened to feedback and have moved the event into the school holidays, made it five days, allowed for a long distance race and yet propose to keep the entry fee as low as possible utilising race management teams and resources already in place.

Additionally, having the races in the evening allows competitors and crews the chance to go to work and yet still enjoy a full programme.

By fixing the date early we hope that you can plan your diaries accordingly.

Booking will be online, saving paperwork and time.

Classes will be National Squibs, IRC 1,2,3 Two PY classes and a gentlemans (non spinnaker) class.

The Impala class association have made enquiries about holding their nationals as part of the regatta.

Visiting boats will be very welcome.

I’m excited already!

Steve Dadd
YCW Regatta Chair 2013

October Lift-Out - IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Important information for all keelboat owners from Barry and the lift team.... 

Boat order is not necessarily lift order so owners please ensure that you are available for first lift times.

Please ensure that your cradle is in good working order and can be adjusted easily. Any tools needed to adjust must be readily to hand. Due to the tide availability, any delay in the lift caused by an ill maintained cradle and the boat will be returned to the water and not lifted again.  

Monday 15th 
Muster 06.00

HW 07.16
Height 2.2m
First Lift 06.30

• Heimdall
• Iola
• Clare III
• Graealan
• Chloris
• Thirisia
• Palamina
• Mistress (MG)
• Tigerlilly
• Merrywake
• Myth
• Diva
• Dreamer
• Mistress (B/K)
• Penn-Y-Less
• Plovka
• Pimpernell
• Hullabaloo

PM Lift
HW 19.33
Dusk 18.40
First Lift 16.30

• U-Beauty
• U-Who
• Wind Rush
• M’Lady Jane
• Sequel
• The Hunter
• Tiptoe

Tuesday 16th 
Muster 06.00

HW 08.00
Height 2.3m
First Lift 06.30

• Aquae Sulis
• Almada
• Spook
• Oxygen
• Crewcut
• Scherzo
• Flying Colours
• Quetzal
• Syrenka
• Fox Trot
• Lady Mona
• Hobnob
• Varne 1
• Scorcher
• Kirra
• Music Maker

Wednesday 17th
Muster 06.30

HW 08.40
Height 2.3m
First Lift 07.00

• Alouette 
• Arriba
• Blue Mist
• Skua
• Ruby Tuesday
• Larkspur
• Pieces of 8
• Fleur-de-Lys
• Wild Affair
• Silver Girl
• Ella
• Silver Seal
• Negende
• Deuce

Naturally all the above is subject to suitable weather conditions on the day

Basso Cup...

The Basso cup is one of Castle Cove's most prestigious trophies with an illustrious list of previous winners. For 2012 the Basso cup will be contested in a mini regatta format over the weekend of September 15th & 16th with Prizes for First Keelboat overall, First Castle Cove Keelboat, First Dinghy Overall and First Castle Cove dinghy.

The racing programme will be as follows:

Saturday 

Keelboats - 1 Long Distance race, start at 14:00

Dinghies - 3 races B2B, first start at 14:05

Sunday 

Keelboats - 2 races first start at 11:00

Dinghies - 3 races B2B, first start at 11:05

On the Saturday evening we are planning to hold a special Basso Cup Big Bash BBQ as well as an after event tea and prize giving on the Sunday afternoon. It should be a fantastic event so please come along and support us. 

If you would like to attend the social please either sign up on the list on the Social noticeboard in Castle Cove Club house or contact Richard Bowers : Rick.bowers861440@gmail.com (07795) 025611  

January Lift-Out anybody?

Dear All,

I would like to do the YCW Autumn and Winter Sunday series, which is often some of the best sailing of the year, and then have the rest of the winter ashore somewhere. That somewhere could be either the Academy or Dean and Readyhoff, but I would much prefer to give my hard earned cash to the Club. So I need to find a few other like minded souls to make it worth while organising a lift out around the New Year. If anyone is interested, please contact me.

Bill Barker, Flair II (bill@bridevalley.com)

Many thanks

Bill

Cherbourg (Booze) Cruise...

Kay and the folks on Draig o'r Mor are organising a little 'cruise in company' to Cherbourg next weekend.

The plan is to leave around 8 pm Friday, arriving Cherbourg at dawn. Run ashore then back either Sat night or Sun. If there is sufficient interest the cruise could incorporate a friendly little race. 

Contact Kay at skateboardkay@hotmail.co.uk or 07769 903 604 for more info.

Alderney Race update...

The entry list for tomorrow's Alderney dash has reduced to zero (hardly surprising given the mid channel gale warnings!) so the race is therefore cancelled.

The weather has played total havoc with our passage racing program this year but there is enourmous enthusiasm to squeeze a replacement or two in before the season's done -  if you have any suggestions please let us know. 

Royal Dorset Lulworth Race

RYDC  now have a good showing for the Lulworth Races on Sunday. This is a simple straight race to Lulworth, a stop-over for Lunch and a return race to Weymouth.

It’s not too late to enter the race – please email details to james.cash@virgin.net. Line entries will be accepted 10 minutes before the start sequence.

SI's available from www.royal-dorset.com - and the sun will (hopefully) be shining.

Regards

James Cash

Sailing Secretary - Royal Dorset Yacht Club

Tel: 0777 552 3773

Alderney Race...

The annual CCSC Alderney Race is scheduled for this weekend. If you are interested in participating could you please let Gary or Bill know.

Sailing Instructions...

Royal Dorset Lulworth Races...

Hi All,

Please find attached the NOR and SI’s for Lulworth races.

They will be posted to the RDYC web site today

Many thanks.

Regards,

James Cash (RDYC)

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mobile: 0777 552 3773

home:   01305 761237

email:   james.cash@virgin.net

skype:  jamescash9000

Castle Cove in the 'Round the Island'

This years 'Round the Island' was another that won't be forgotten by many.  The winds were again boisterous South Westerlies but although the seas were much calmer than last year the organisers decided to cancel the race for around 70 of the 1600 entrants - the 'sports boats' and multi-hulls under 9.5 meters were not allowed to start.

First to cross the finish line at Cowes was French trimaran, Actual. The boat completed the course just over one minute outside the overall record, finishing in 3hrs 09mins and 57secs. 

Back in the real world a number of boats suffered breakages and injuries and around 30 competitors were forced to retire - fortunately no Castle Cove boats suffered such issues. 

In the ISC class Bill Barker sailing with Ricky and the crew of Effusion stormed around to WIN their class with Nick Massey's Tumbarumba just seconds behind in 3rd place.

Overall Results ISC:

• Effusion - 1st in class and 21st overall

• Tumbarumba - 3rd in class and 24th overall

• Echo - 11th in class  and 140th overall

• Almada - 23rd in class and 481st overall

Overall Results IRC: 

• Draig 'O Moor - 9th in class and 105th overall 

• Crew Cut - 26th in class 287th overall

Also in the the IRC class, Bob Turner and Alex Adams sailing on Arion won their class - the results of all these guys once again proves the very high standard of sailing at Castle Cove.

RTI Feeder Race

We're having a friendly little feeder race for boats entered in this years 'Round the Island' on Thursday.

Start line: Castle Cove start line, 09:00 hrs

Finish Line: Imaginary line drawn between Prince Consort Buoy (BY 50 46.42 - 01 17.55) and Royal Yacht Squadron Flagstaff

Handicaps: YCW PY


Just a reminder that DEAN & REDDYHOFF have very kindly agreed to berth our competitors with free visitor berthing at Portland the night before each of our passage races. 



If you'd like to take advantage of this for Thursday's RTI Cowes feeder race please let me know asap.  (Phone or text 07595368422)


Firing Range


Competitors are reminded that the ranges are scheduled for use Thursday. Listen out on the usual frequency for course.

YCW Weymouth Regatta

Only a few weeks to go to the true highlight of this year's sailing in Weymouth - the YCW Weymouth Regatta!

You can now enter online from the tab above or from here...

or download postal form here...

Other links

YCW 2012 Handicaps

Notice of Race

YCW Regatta Website

Cherbourg Race...

The Cherbourg race is all set for this weekend, and if the weather holds it should be a great weekend!

We'll start at 7:00am from the CCSC start line and finish at the Western Entrance to Cherbourg's outer harbour some time later.  Cherbourg is busy this weekend but I'm assured there will be plenty of room for us. There are special rates for CCSC racers (and participating YCW yachts) but RYA members should take their cards as you get a whopping discount there this year. 

Please let me know if you're planning to take part, it's not vital with this one but it would be nice to know who's coming. We're currently at 6 boats which is a great start - but it would be nice to hit double figures!


The ferry will be operating Friday till 21:30 and from 06:00 Saturday.

Notice of Race is available from the clubhouse or you can download here...

Any questions please feel free to in touch (clubhouse after racing Wednesday or my numbers are in the handbook & Notice of Race)

Gary

Olympic Stickers

Every boat at CCSC must display the usual 'Seasonal' Portland Port sticker.  Boats and tenders without the Portland Port sticker may be removed without further notice.


This year, if you intend to sail out of the harbour during the Olympic period your boat MUST display an additional sticker.  Boats failing to display the Olympic Sticker will be shot (probably). Who WILL require an Olympic Sticker

•  Any boat wanting to pass through the gates at WPNSA or between the North Entrance and the field of play (the gates at the crossings between the Olympic sailors and normal traffic).
•  Any boat arriving from the Sea
•  Any boat wanting to leave the harbour
•  Any boat wanting to leave the harbour and return

Who WILL NOT require an Olympic Sticker

• Boats wanting to sail, motor, row, paddle etc in the light blue area of Portland Harbour during Olympic racing will not need a sticker (providing they don’t want to cross the gate at WPNSA).
• Boats wanting to club race in Portland Harbour once the Olympic racing is finished for the day (Again providing they do not want to attempt to leave the area).

Up to 1st July the club will order Olympic stickers for boats that will need one, provided you let me know, preferably by email.  After 1st of July we expect stickers will have to be obtained direct from Portland Port but we may have more details on this later in the year.


Ian Green 

Poole Race - entries close today!

The team at Poole Yacht Club need to know by the end of play today how many boats to expect Saturday afternoon.


If you are planning to take part please let me know today (07595 368422)

Poole & Cherbourg Races...

The first two of this season's long distance races are just around the corner.

Next Saturday (26th May) we're off to Poole. This is always a nice race and the crew at Poole YC put on a smashing meal and a great night out.

We do need to give them a little notice though so please if you could get back to me as soon as possible if you're planning to take part.


Poole Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions here...

The following weekend (2nd June) we're off to Cherbourg - another great race! Also a perfect excuse to top up the vin or cidre reserves or to enjoy some gorgeous French cuisine, and a great way to start a little cruise. There are loads of really good reasons to make it a date!

Same as for Poole though, please let me know as soon as you're able if you're hoping to take part.


Cherbourg Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions here...

Gary Warr

Tel: 07595 368422

Race Night Ferries...

Just a little reminder about race night ferries. 

The ferry drivers are asked, as a matter of policy, to run to the far end of the moorings and collect ON THE WAY BACK. This way crews are collected in order of readiness rather than proximity to the club house. 

It is not unheard of on a busy race night for boats at the far end of the moorings to wait well over an hour for a ferry as boats closer to the club house grab them on their way out. 

The drivers do their best to get everybody ashore as quickly as possible yet some drivers have reported crews closer to the club house becoming abusive as the ferry passes them by. We have already lost one driver because of this - and to those responsible I simply ask you what makes you think your time is any more valuable than those with moorings further away???

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Red Diesel in France

We've just had confirmation from the charming Magali in Cherbourg that the French authorities are quite happy for British boats to use Red Diesel in their waters. The poster below explains their position in more detail.

Friday Night Racing...

Royal Dorset have the first of their revitalized Friday evening series this Friday. The racing is aimed at cruisers and novice sailors who fancy the idea of a pleasant evening race without too much pressure, followed by a nice meal and a bit of a social back at the Royal Dorset. It's difficult to think of a more enjoyable way to spend a Friday evening. Racing starts at 18:45 – full details from www.royal-dorset.com

Cove Cup

The decision to make the cup races this year double handed races was well and truly vindicated on Sunday when 11 boats turned up to race. Not having to find a big crew makes it so much easier to enjoy your boat and perfect wind in glorious sunshine made for a great day's racing. Well done to everybody for turning up and especially to Bill Barker for winning both morning and afternoon races in convincing style in his new boat, Flair II.

Results:

1st Flair II

2nd Seraphim

3rd Echo

4th Hobnob

5th Quetzal

6th Crewcut

7th Mistress

8th Almada

9th M'Lady

10th Tiptoe of Tara

Cove Cup - 6th May

Notice of Race – Cove Cup – 6^th May

Keelboats

2 Handed -  2 races back to back, round the cans with the first race in the harbour and a second longer race into the bay (weather permitting!)

Dinghies

3 races back to back taking in the whole harbour on varied courses.

First Start: 

Keelboats: 12:00 - Dinghies: 12:05    

Balcony Party...

The Commodore would like to invite everyone to celebrate the first stage of the extension project being completed with a party on the balcony.

Sunday 6^th May 4pm (After racing)

After cutting the ribbon we will celebrate with a glass of fizz 

and a buffet - please bring a plate of food.

We will also be presenting the trophies for the Cove Cup and 

the Ken and Mary Grindle Trophy.

MacMillan Nurse Stall at Beaulieu Boat Jumble Sunday 29th April 2012

Do you have any boat jumble stuff lying around you would be kind enough to donate for our stall?

All the money taken will be donated to MacMillan Nurses. We have an excellent response so far & are hoping to make the £1,000 mark.

I have 100 new printed t-shirts & 20 lovely dresses as well as some excellent second hand sailing gear & equipment. Look us out in the bottom field Trunk Trader section – look for the Macmillan Flag. For a small donation we will look after your goodies &/or deliver them back to Weymouth

Please call 07769903604 so I can arrange collection.   Kay Stibbs

WSC Spring Series

Weymouth Sailing Club's spring series starts this Sunday (15th April). The series is open and offers a warm welcome to Castle Cove members - full details from the WSC website (www.wsc.org.uk).

If you have trouble logging into the site and are planning to race please email Stephen.Dadd@yahoo.com with your Name & Boat details including 2012 YCW handicap.

YCW 2012 Handicaps

The Yacht Clubs of Weymouth Handicapping Committee has agreed Portsmouth Yardstick numbers for use in YCW races during 2012.

http://www.ycw.org.uk/Handicaps.aspx  

If your boat doesn't appear on the list and you wish to participate in any of this years YCW races please contact your club's sailing secretary as soon as possible. Castle Cove members should contact helen@rollyscakes.co.uk.

Last call for Z Class dinner...

Last call for the Z Class Dinner Saturday 31st March 2012! (thats this weekend!)

Dinner: Full 3 course dinner with wine, Cheese and biscuits with Port.

Speaker: Paul Larsen, attempting to break the word sailing speed record with 'Sail Rocket'

Good company.

And all for £20!!!

1925hrs for drinks

Last minute bookings being taken untill Wednesday by Bill Barker 07887943920

SEE YOU THERE!  

Winter Talks 2012

Shore - Wednesday 14^th, 21^st, 28^th March - 7.30pm

Water - Monday 26^th March, 2^nd, 9^th April - 6pm

Adam is starting the series tomorrow night with "Little Jonny" - the only rig talk done on every continent!! Aspects have been covered in previous years but never in full at CCSC - this will give all sailors a great insight into how the rig works and how we control it. Not one to miss! Dinghy/Keelboat/Beginner/Experienced sailors will learn something!  

The series will then continue the following weeks with Mechanics of the start line and windward mark followed by downwind and gybe mark/leeward mark. 

Cost for whole series only £40 (£20 for Cadets) for the whole series including a free beer/soft drink each week – a bargain! If you pay/talk it will be £7.50. And food will be available at £2/head

See you there, 

Helen, Sailing Sec 

Latest News...

Work Party...

Barry Grant has put out a call for help needed this Sunday from around 9.30 to 12.30 to assist in the refurbishment of Pontoons. If you can spare a few hours please come along. If you have Spanners and Scrapers for the pontoon work or a Shovel to help out with the crane base so much the better - many hands make light work!

March dates and reminders...

7^{th -} Bob Turner training & tactics

10^{th -} Castle Cove in the 60s

14^th/21^st/28^th - Adam Bowers lectures

26^th - Adam Bowers on the water training

27^th - WPCA Boat Jumble

31^st - Z class Dinner!

Cruising News...

We have a new cruising captain, Carl Holland. His first gathering will be around an RNLI Safety Talk on 10th April. Hopefully Carl will get the support he needs to justify organising a full crusing calender this year. Of course cruisers are most welcome to attend the various rallies run alongside the various passage races, which this year include Poole, Alderney, Cherbourg and Cowes (although the Cowes race is a feeder for the RTI so probably not the best week to rock up at Cowes looking for a berth!)