Lowwinds disruptraces

Such was the contrast in conditions between last Sundays (September 9) races, where high winds challenged all those that took part, and the race on Saturday (September 15) where there was so little wind that there was debate as to whether it would go ahead.

In the event, five Perth Sailing Club members took to the water to race or at least improve their boat handling skills in light conditions.

Hunter Williamson, race officer set a “simple sausage”course. Bob Watson (Enterprise) took an early lead helped by a strong incoming time but was soon overhauled at the top mark by Andrew Porteous (Solo) and Euan McDonald (RS Aero7).

James Curley (Laser) was also very close to the leading boats and these three broke away to head to the downwind mark leaving Alan Jones (Solo) to join Bob at the top mark.

Round two was led by Andrew Porteous, Euan McDonald and James Curley who all managed to lap both Bob and Alan during round three.

At the line it was Andrew Porteous, Euan McDonald and James Curley in third. Bob Watson and Alan Jones finishing on average lap times.

Bob’s mainsheet came adrift as he rounded the bottom mark on his last