IOM Summer Scratch Round 2

​A difficult day today on the water. Initially, we were all huddled in the MBYC shed, wondering if we'd get a start. Drizzle turned to rain and the forecast was bleak.

Eventually, enough sailors said yes to an attempt at sailing and we were rewarded. The rain abated, but not much wind came in and we sailed 8 races in a 1-4 knot breeze from the North West through to South East.

We didn't run with a Pro today. Stu set the courses and we policed each other at the start line. Thanks to those who were called and went back without fuss for a restart. It makes things so much more enjoyable with simple compliance to the rules.

Today, Gary McCarthy was the one to beat. He had his GC24 tuned beautifully, and sailed th elight weather courses really efficiently. A worthy winner today with 11 points.
Lisa overcame her early setback with the winch and sailed well throughout, with a 14 enough for second place overall.
Roddy Jackman also had a real good day, finishing one behind Lisa in third, on 15 points.

Andrew Wardrop dominated the Silver Fleet with his new Proteus 3D Printed IOM. Taking the day out with 7 points.
Simon Delaney took out second place on countback to John Short in 3rd, both on 12 points.

Coming up

Wednesday is IOM Mid Week Handicap at the Dam, starting at 1030.

Next Sunday is A Class Scratch Scratch at Montrose, starting at 1300 - Club boat available for anyone who wants to give it a go.

Kyle