Mid Week DF95 Handicap

There was a bit of drizzle about this morning which may have kept a few skippers away from today’s DF95 handicap racing at Risdon Brook Dam. Those who came found it fairly calm on arrival but by start time a light North-Wester of about 4 or 5 knots had established itself. PRO Andrew Wardrop kept the sailing happening at a good pace and we efficiently completed 6 races in the morning session. Over lunch the breeze twisted to the South and became lighter and shiftier. The change heralded the return of drizzle and eventually the wind died altogether. I don’t think that anyone was disappointed when Andrew decided to draw stumps after race 8.
 
Good evidence that the handicap system is working well was shown by the fact that all skippers reached the podium in at least one race and most made the podium a couple of times. And the tally table was tight too. Just two points separated five skippers in the middle of the standings and count-back was used to separate a three-way tie.
 
It was John Cole-Cook who came out on top today after taking out the last two races back-to-back. John Hall is a bit of a specialist in the DF95 class and took second today sporting a brand new set of Mat Gray sails. Lisa Blackwood completed the honors list with a well-deserved third, sailing the day from the back-marker’s spot. Congratulations to all.
 
The day served as a good warm-up for those who are travelling to Port Sorrell this weekend for the State Titles. The best of luck to those competing! Late entries can still be made on-line.
 
Coming Up:
 
Saturday and Sunday: Tasmanian DF95 State Championships Thiristane

​Next Wednesday: IOM handicap racing at Risdon Brook Dam (11:00 button press)
 
Shorty