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No: 562The Offi cial Publication of the Mana Cruising Club Inc.July 2012Club ManagerWayne RobertsBand - The TommygunsINSIDE:Black and Blingmid-winter party

Blackand Blingmid-winter partySaturday 23rd June saw the annualmid-winter party. The theme`Black and Bling` proved verypopular especially as theAll Blacks vs Irelandgame was on.Exciting rugby!Cocktails started the evening,Jack and Sisi provided a deliciousbuffet meal, and, after the rugby,the young band `The Tommyguns`belted out great dance music whichwas much appreciated by all there.Overall the sell-out night was agreat success.Packed dance floor

Mana CruisingClub OfficersCommodoreDave SquireVice CommodorePaul MacKayRear CommodoresSue RobertsJohn SetterTreasurerCliff WilsonSecretaryPeter WakefieldCommitteePeter Gorman, Mike HallKim Harriss, Glen JonesClub ManagerWayne RobertsOffice AdministratorCathy ScottClub InformationRadioMana Sports Radio VHF Ch 63HoursClub schedule at 1210(weekends & holiday periods only)Office hours: Mon – Fri 0900-1700Weekends & Statutory Holidays:0900-1700TelephoneOffice/travelift membersPhone: 04 233 1578, Fax: 04 233 8415Restaurant 04 233 8047Email wayne@manacc.co.nzWeb: www.manacc.co.nzAddressMana Cruising ClubPO Box 57 045 Mana, Porirua 5247Mana Marina(Paremata) LtdMarina Manager, Phone: 233 0091Gateway Marine Radio, VHF Ch 63ContributionsPlease send your letters, articles, recipes,photos, jokes etc. to:On BoardPO Box 57045, Mana, Porirua 5247Email: wayne@manacc.co.nz+64 4 237 476111 Kenepuru Drive, Poriruainfo@poriruaprint.co.nzFrom the DocksideSubscriptions RenewalsThe Club Financial Year finishes on Tuesday 31st July. On or about 1st August,subscription invoices will be posted to all members. There is always a very positiveresponse from 90% of members and it is hoped this will be the case again this year.Elsewhere in this publication, the Commodore has made note that there will be a smallincrease in subscription fees for this year. If there are any members that know they will notbe renewing their membership, please let the office know in writing as soon as possible.Upstairs LoungeThe Upstairs Lounge has been undergoing renovation. The bar that was there was theoriginal that was made when the Clubhouse was built back in the early 1960’s. By thetime this newsletter reaches members, the work will be completed. The bar has beenremodeled and modernized and the room has been repainted. The stairwell will also berepainted. Next time you visit the Club, go upstairs and have a look at the improvements.What Happens at the Cruising ClubFor the benefit of the large number of new members that have joined the Club throughthe year, the following is a rough idea of what happens in the course of a week.The Wardroom Bar and restaurant are open for members from Wednesday throughto Sunday. The bar opens on those days at 1600 hours and the restaurant starts withits a la carte menu at 1800 hours.Thursday night is Club Night and is a good time to mix and talk to fellow membersover a large range of nautical topics. The raffles and Chain Locker Draw happenusually between 2000 hours and 2030 hours.The Chain Locker Draw includes all members, including associates, but to win, thename drawn must be present in the building at the time of the announcement. Ifthe name(s) is not present, the draw jackpots by $50 to the next Club Night.On Fridays, from 1600 hours to 1800 hours there are a selection of drinks available atreduced prices for those that want to relax at the end of the working week. You are able tobring your friends along too but they must be signed in to the book by the entrance door.Although we are a Boating Club, there is considerable interest in the Hurricanes,Lions and All Black rugby teams and we show these games on the big screen in thewardroom. There are several social functions held throughout the year and usuallyhappen on a Saturday evening. These are advertised in On Board and the weeklyemail newsletter. If you want to receive the weekly email, send an email to wayne@manacc.co.nz and ask to be added to the mailing list.On Board DeadlineDeadline for the next issue of On Board is Monday, 27th August 2012 at 1700 hours.Email contributions to wayne@manacc.co.nz or pjgorman@ihug.co.nzKEY DATESSunday 08 July Winter Yacht Race Series Race 5Sunday 22 July Winter Yacht Race Series Races 6 & 7Sunday 05 August Winter Yacht Race Series Races 8 & 9Sunday 19 August Winter Yacht Race Series Races 10 & 11Sunday 02 September Winter Yacht Race Series. Resail of Race 1KEY DATESSunday 09 September Champagne Lunch Prize Giving1

Pigeon PostMANA ISLAND, JUNE 2012Twenty one juvenile rowi were released in three locations on theIsland on Tuesday 19th June as part of BNZ Operation NestEgg. Rowi are the rarest of all kiwi species, with fewer than400 in existence. They have not been seen in the North Island forover a hundred years. These particular birds were removed as eggsfrom Okarito forest in South Westland, and hatched at the WestCoast Wildlife Centre in Franz Josef on the West Coast. They werethen taken as chicks to predator-free Motuara Island in the QueenCharlotte Sound, where they were cared for and raised to maturity.So they’ve been on something of a journey to get here, with agreat level of care and expertise required from the people involvedalong the way. While pest control in Okarito forest has seen gainsin the rowi population, it is hoped the Mana Island population willthrive with minimal human interference, and provide a source fromwhich to enrich the Okarito population in the future. The rowi weretransferred by New Zealand Air Force helicopter from Ngā ti ToaDomain across to Mana Island. Representatives from the mediawere present to witness the hand over of responsibility from KatiMāhaki ki Makaawhio, who are the Ngai Tahu hapū on the WestCoast, and guardians of the Okarito population, to the Ngā ti ToaRangatira who welcomed the birds and took over kaitiaki role forthe Mana Island colony.In other news, three enormous humpback whales spent about twohours between Mana Island and the mainland on Sunday 17th. Itappeared that the two adults and a juvenile were on their way north totheir tropical winter feeding grounds but they lingered near the islandfor a while, apparently having a break from their long journey. Severalboats in the area at the time appeared to get very close to the action.Please bear in mind that there are rules pertaining to interactionwith whales, in the Marine Mammals Protection Regulations 1992.If you run that as a search you should be able to find it all on theinternet. Might pay to brush up on this since there are likely to bea few whales moving through the area this time of year. There isalso general information about humpback whales and other specieson the DOC website, www.doc.govt.nz. Just type ‘whales’ into thesearch window. It’s worth a look.We are entering a particularly active time of year for takahemonitoring and management. Transmitters require checking andchanging leading up to nesting time, when eggs will be taken fromMana down to Burwood Bush Rearing Unit, near Te Anau. Severaltemporary enclosures will be built over the next few weeks to easecapture and handling of the birds.Apart from that, tree planting and general track work is on theagenda, now that we’ve had a bit of rain, but before we get too much!We wish you all a safe and warm winter.PIGEON POSTMANA ISLAND PIGEON POSTTrade & ExchangeFOR SALEMana Marina Berth C18.14 metre berth. To discussdetails, contact Melva on04 526 9043.FOR SALEOliver Royale 4000 “SimplyFun”. See on Trade Me419031592. Asking $295,000.Call Scott Wilson, phone027 243 8366 or emailscott@zaccarat.co.nzFOR RENT14 metre berth on C Pier.Excellent location closeto all facilities. Phone04 235 8965.Why not let us talkto you about sellingyour property?04 233 0960Mana Office | 99 Mana Esplanade, Paremata3

WINTER YACHT RACING SERIESGale force winds on the `shake-down` day and first scheduled raceday meant the season didn’t get off to a good start, but the nextscheduled race day was a stunner. Sun, flat seas, and 15-20 knotwinds saw 22 yachts out.The races start line is outside Plimmerton Boating Club start box,thus all yachts were `milling` around waiting for their start signals.From Plimmerton it was a spectacular sight – sparkling blue sea,sun catching the massive white sails, and near collisions as skippersvied for the best spot to cross the line. With it being such a superbday a lot of people were out walking the `Plimmerton Promenade`,so stopped to watch the action.Action there was too, with the Mark Ellmers (two-handed) fleetbeing recalled as several yachts went across the start line early. Theyhad to go to the back of the queue and provided a great sight whenthe 13 yachts did get to start. Racing was competitive as usual andeveryone returned very happy with the day. It was good to seeseveral new yachts competing. One of `the regulars` never left theberth, engineer Clive worked hard and fixed his fuel pump readyfor the next race. A headsail was raised, and it was upside down!Was Hayden in too much of a hurry to get to work, or were hiscrew to blame?Races three and four, were back-to-back short course races, and heldin dying southerlies. Again there was a big fleet, sixteen, of twohandedyachts, thus the start line was rather crowded. Relling Cuphad six competing and trailer sailers sees two yachts fighting it out.The after race get-together utilises the outdoor area outside theWardroom on fine days. Mulled wine and sausages are enjoyedwhile each race is discussed in detail.VINING SHIPBROKERS,WELLINGTONBuying or selling your boat contact:Valance Dimock, Marine Broker,YACHT AND LAUNCH BROKERS - NZ WIDE SALES AND SERVICE•INSURANCE • VALUATIONS • APPRAISALS• SURVEYS • DELIVERIES • BERTHAGEM: (0274) 463635 W: (04) 478 5976F: (04) 478 5972 E: valanced@xtra.co.nzwww.vinings.co.nz4

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Tasmanian visitorOver the years boaties of many nationalities havevisited Mana Cruising Club, most being yachties.Two years ago Jeanne Socrates on `S.V. Nereida`spent a week or so here and she is still sailingsolo around the world. You can follow herinteresting, informative blog through her websitewww.svnereida.com.Recently Matt Cronin, a Tasmanian, visitedMana and has written the following for On Board.Thanks, Matt.Since I was a child the ocean and exploring has always been on top ofmy list as it is for many others. I started sailing when I was 17, onlyas crew on cruising yachts in the Bass Strait. I never was interestedin racing, although I think it would have made me a better sailor,as I am very agricultural to say the least. ‘Polo Flat’ is my secondyacht. The first yacht I had was a steel yacht the same size as thisone, a 34ft Boden Temptress, which I was partners in with another.This yacht was of poor construction and design and I did not feelcomfortable cruising her in Bass Strait let alone go off-shore, sowe sold her some five years ago and my partner in crime pursuedother goals. I went backpacking through Europe instead, thinkingthis may cure my travel bug, but the dream was still there when Ireturned home. Now I am 30 and have enough money to finallyown my own yacht and live my dream. ‘Polo Flat’ is a Steel Robertsmasthead sloop, which has previously circumnavigated the globe bythe previous owner-builder, so the vessel has been proven much tomy appreciation, experiencing pirates and force 12 - I don’t knowwhat would be worse! After looking for a considerable amountof time, I purchased `Polo Flat`. I have owned it since October2010, and spent some thousands on it getting it back to its formeroffshore capabilities as it had not done any major cruising since 2004.I sand blasted, painted, re-rigged, replaced sails and put some newimproved electronics on so I could sleep better at night.I left Tasmania from a little port called Georgetown, (I thankthe local yacht club for all their help in making this possible).Georgetown is a small town, around the same size as Mana, situatedon the Tamar River, where I have spent most of my life growingup. I had two crew at this stage one of them was going as far asEden, the other, a good friend of mine, wanted to do the Tasmancrossing with me. He had never been on a yacht before except forme taking him to King Island for a shake-down trip, so as you wouldunderstand this would be an interesting 11 days at sea for him, andme of course. We cleared customs on the 20th of March 2012, andwhat followed was an interesting crossing as for the first week I hadto teach Michael how to sail as well as do all of my duties as I hadnever done any serious passage crossings either. I can talk aboutthe trip but here is it in Michael’s words:... Sailing started off well, sailing into a headwind the sea was roughbut the wind was off the nose enough to sail. On the second day alow system came through which was an interesting first experienceto watch. On the horizon you could see the clouds forming intotowering cumulus, the wind temperature was changing from warmto cold, then back to warm again and the swell started to change intoa mixed up mess of waves. By mid-afternoon the clouds had closedin and within a second the wind had changed from the north eastto the south West, going from a mild 15kn to about 30kn.The storm lasted about four hours and brought good sailingconditions until it passed with the same speed as it came leavingus with nil wind for the next couple of days. Unfortunately whenthere is no wind the self-steering system cannot work so we wereleft doing three hour shifts at the helm, with the engine driving us.For the couple of wind-free days we sat and listened to the dailyweather reports on the radio telling of a huge low coming our waybringing gale force winds.Then late in the arvo on the 24th it arrived, bringing 30kn to 35knwinds. At 11pm the full force hit us. We were both below having asleep when all of a sudden the wind increased to around 45kn andgusting, sending the boat off course and into the waves. Nothingcould have prepared me for the next few days of dealing with astorm this strong and I was extremely glad when it finished.After putting our wet weathers on as quickly as possible we wenton deck to drop the sails. We set the storm jib and set a sea anchorconsisting of knotted rope set out the back of the boat to keep usrunning along the waves. After everything was set I finally took thetime to look at what we were in. We were surrounded by ten metrewaves that reached as high as the top of the mast of the boat. I feltlike we were inside a cork spinning in a washing machine.After a few more hours the storm picked up even more, making itimpossible to sail so we dropped the storm jib and set a sea brakeout the back of the boat. A sea brake is basically a big fabric funnelattached to a length of rope that you put in the wave behind theone your boat is on so when you ride up or down a wave the seabrake keeps the boat straight.7

After setting the sea anchor we went below and slept for the night,not that I did much sleeping. I spent most of the night listening tothe wind generator which could not be slowed by its magnetic brake,spin out of control and slowly melt up the electronic controller for itwhich was next to my head giving off the smell of melting electricalbits and pieces for the night.Amazingly the next day it was still working but had broken some ofthe clamps that held the tower on and lost its nose cone. ApparentlyChinese wind generators brought off EBay can be of good qualityafter all.By the morning Matt decided that we had to keep on makingprogress so we went up, unrolled the furler and started sailing again.Now the wind was too strong for the self-steering to work so wedecided to do hour shifts at the helm. Matt went first as he hadslept a lot more than me the night before as he had a much betteridea of what we were in for and was adamant we were quite safe.About 45 minutes later I was thrown out of bed as the boat hadspiralled out of control. I jumped up on deck still in my undies tofind that Matt had got the ropes to the front sail bound up whenhe was trying to reduce sail and had completely lost control ofthe boat. I took the helm and tried to keep the boat straight. Afterdoing a 180 and having the mast hit the water Matt finally got theropes sorted and I went back below deck to gain some sort of postadrenaline control over myself.For the rest of the day the wind died slowly but remained strongwith huge squalls coming through every hour or so making the boatvery hard to sail. Due to this Matt had to do most of the sailing forthe day as my confidence and skill levels were a bit lacking to sailthe boat without Matt there to assist.By the next day the wind had completely gone again, which wasdefinitely a relieving change and a chance to recuperate. We motoredfor the day and decided to have a well-earned rest that night so shutthe motor down for six hours and had a sleep.For the next three days there was not a bit of wind so we were backto doing three hour shifts again. This becomes very tiring after awhile, I think I listened to every single track I have on my ipod twiceduring those three days and you begin to get a permanent head achefrom the constant engine noise. On the flip side tho, you get plentyof time to stare at the stars which is a pretty amazing sight at seaand watch enormous Albatross fly majestically around during theday. There were also mutton birds still flying around, which I gatherwas because they were migrating back to wherever they come fromafter spending summer on the coast of Australia breeding.After no wind for three days we finally got a day with usable windbut unfortunately it only lasted until night where it swung to ournose, preventing us from sailing yet again.We fired the motor back up and started pushing into it. It becomesreally rough when you’re heading into the wind as the bow of theboat is constantly being hit by waves so it is definitely the worstconditions to be in for long periods of time as not only is the motorrunning at full revs to make the boat go forward, making heaps ofnoise, it is also bloody rough and bouncy.We were back to doing three our shifts again and not really sleepingin our three hours off as it was too rough. The wind didn’t changeup until we changed our heading in the Cook Strait for Nelson. Herewe had about two hours sailing before wind yet again swung to ournose but at least we were now only a day away from the finish line.That afternoon we ran out of fuel so put our emergency 40 litres inand worked out we had just enough fuel to reach Nelson if we keptthe engine running at low revs. Unfortunately by early evening I wassteering and watching our speed go from 5kn down to 3kn as thewind picked up making bigger waves for us to smash into. We couldnot increase our engine speed to compensate with the increased swellso our only option was to start sailing and tacking across the winddoubling the distance we had to travel to reach Nelson.It was nice to sail with no engine noise for a change at least. Bymid-morning after both of us being awake for more than 30hrs wecould see the city of Nelson...From Nelson I have been cruising the Abel Tasman National Parkand into the Pelorus Sound (with the company of my father for aweek) then onto Queen Charlotte Sound, which was where I meta guy and was asking him about the currents in the Tory Channeland what best time to attack the Cook Strait into Wellington. I hadheard Cook Strait can be wild to say the least, a bit like our BassStrait I think. Anyway, Glen from the yacht “ANBAR” invited meaboard for some evening drinks. We began to talk and he said whynot just go into Mana, which would be easier and closer. I had heardof Mana before and was interested, he was heading back acrossthe strait as well so I couldn’t pass up some company, so across wewent the following day. Interesting trip with about a 40kn southeasterly, I hadn’t had a proper sail since arriving in New Zealand.The weather had just been magic for the Abel area and the Sounds,and I’m not complaining one bit. So that is how I arrived in Mana,a lovely place with a well equipped yacht club that had made me feelvery welcome to say the least. I spent a little over a week there tiedup to the breastworks near the Club. I went into Wellington for acouple of days to see the city, lovely old city, fascinating museumwhich I took most of a day to walk through. Glen from “ANBAR”was kind enough to invite me up to his farm at Palmerston North,which I had to go and see for the experience. Fascinating, I hadnever been on a deer farm before. It seems to be the New Zealandway, so many nice inviting people in this country. I am very impressedby this. It came time to leave the farm. It was nice staying in a housefor a couple of days, full-sized bed and even scored a bath, yay,and not to mention the amazing home cooked meals. I am hopingto catch up with Glen again and go to the Chatham Islands for aweek or so where my father is currently working. An opportunitytoo good to pass up.After leaving Mana I have returned to Motueka in the Tasman Baywhere I am hoping to pick up some work for a couple of months totop up the funds before the next leg of the journey eastward. I intendon solo sailing to South America, this trip taking approximatelytwo months at sea. An amazing experience that will be exciting andmentally challenging too, from there I intend in travelling downthe Chilean coast through the extensive and amazing PatagonianChannels, and picking up a crew of four and heading to the AntarcticPeninsula, a place not to be missed in this life time, and from therewhere ever the wind takes me. I have so many places I want to see,as we all have, but as we have the restraints and boundaries of moneyand our health, which can restrict our goals hence why I am tryingto fulfil as much as I can early in my life. I intend on doing this tripfor five years or so, but I have no actual intention of returning toTasmania and completing the full circumnavigation, that is not myintention as it never was from the start. It is to have fun and see asmuch as I can and to meet amazing people and if I find a place inthis world I fall in love with, I want the option to say this is my homenow, the yacht is my transport and accommodation and partner....for now anyways.Cheers all.Happy, safe sailingMatt Cronin.8

Ooops!The time has come the Walrus said, to think of other things. Yes,tempus fugit and after nearly a life time of cruising the region with‘Lady of Avenel’ it seems time to put her on the market!Apart of enjoying the extensive coverage of the MarlboroughSounds and crossing the Straits too many times to remember,cruising to Wellington, around Kapiti and d’Urville Islands andas far as Tarakohe in Golden Bay, I feel Rose and I have had ourmoney’s worth.There are two or three other Veteran members I know, who feel itmay also be time to hang up their life jackets. The ‘Lady’, a greatlittle sea boat has looked after us in rough and calm, yet only a fewdays ago she tried to show me who’s boss.I needed to install a new nav. light on the pulpit, so took the necessarytools down to the marina to tackle the job. I had my right foot onthe toe-rail, my left foot still on the marina and a weighty tool bagin my left hand. I gave a quick push with my left foot and tried tograb something on the boat. Oh dear, the tool bag upset my balance,I gave a quick twist and splosh, I disappeared below the waves! Icame up, fully clothed and found myself almost wedged betwixtthe boat and the wharf!I had casually noticed two chaps chatting on the pathway and decidedto give a couple of hearty Helps! Actually it was three Helps! Iheard heavy footsteps and “Hang on we’re coming” a shout whichgave me great pleasure! They said “give us your arms” and before Idisappeared below the waves again, they had me up on to the jetty!Now, I don’t know who these hearty sailing folks are, most likelyClub Members I suspect, they offered to run me home and alreadyhad a pile of newspapers on the seat to mop up the water. Anyway,if they read this, please accept my most sincere and grateful thanks.As you probably know it is almost impossible to climb out withoutassistance and quite frankly I was in quite a fix.Can you imagine Rose’s total surprise when she opened the door tosee this dripping apparition, no trousers and a great bundle of wetclothing under its arm? A hot shower and fresh clothes and I feltlike a new man, with not the slightest feeling of shock.Rose’s only comment was, “Oh! I would hate to see her go, but ifyou have to sell the ‘Lady’ don’t forget to take out the toilet - yougave that to me for Christmas about ten years ago!”Max Pudney.A few days after this incident Max received, from his son, the following:9

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From The Galley:Coconut fish¥ Fillet of fish diced ¥ 1 can coconut creamto bite size ¥ Lemons¥ 2 - 4 tablespoons ¥ Little bit of oilmalt vinegar¥ tomatoes ¥ Spring onionsPlace fish in a bowl. Marinate in lots of squeezed lemonjuice, malt vinegar and a little oil (the oil gets rid ofthe fishy smell). Cover bowl with cling wrap and placein fridge for about an hour or more (longer is betterfor marinade to really soak into the fish).Marinate until the fish turns white.Take fish out of fridge, pour marinade mixture out.Add to fish diced tomatoes, chopped spring onions,coconut cream and some freshly squeezed lemon juice.Chill again for about 1/2 - 1 hour before serving.Enjoy!13

TWO CRUISES OR NOT TO CRUISEAt the beauty shop the conversationturned to cruising."My husband once won two cruisesin a raffle." said a customer.The beautician said, "That's wonderful!Did you have a good time?""No", Said the customer,"He went twice!"WHY DO SEAGULLSFLY OVER THE SEA?Because if they flewover the bay, they'dbe bagels!HOW MUCH DID THE PIRATEPAY FOR HIS PIERCINGS?A buck-an-ear!I changed my iPod'sname to Titanic.It's syncing now.WHAT’S A PIRATE’SFAVORITE LETTER?You may think it'sthe RRRRR,but it's the C thatthey're in love with!Aye.I stayed up all night tosee where the sun went.Then it dawned on me.THAT’S MY STORY AND I’M STICKING TO IT!A preacher was boating towards an island fora special wedding. On the way he was stopped by the marinepatrol. After a quick check of the life preservers on boardone patrol officer noticed a box with a few bottles in it."What's in the bottles, Reverend?""It's holy water",came the response.The officer opened one of the bottles.Sniffing it he said, "It smells like wine.""Hallelujah!" the preacher shouted,"He's done it again!"14

Crossing the Bar –Dennis HansenIn May, Honorary Life Member and Past- Commodore DennisHansen passed away whilst duck shooting at Foxton. Hisfuneral was held at Mana Cruising Club on May 10, with boththe boating and duck shooting fraternities well represented.Dennis was the Commodore 2003 to 2005, at the time ofthe extension to the wardroom that we enjoy today and wasinstrumental in both planning and managing the project. AsCommodore, Dennis drove the decision making progress andtook great pride in the fact that the entire job was done withoutthe Club needing to borrow any funds. During constructionDennis was on site daily checking progress, making decisionsand ensuring that the delivered job was up to his expectations.For many years Dennis skippered his vessel `Capacious` for theannual `thank you` cruise for our Club sponsors and donatedthe Capacious Trophy for the largest fish caught during the year.Dennis possessed a vision for the Club and what it couldbecome. He pursued this vision before, during and after histenure as Commodore. When he and Bev moved to Rotoruato become moteliers, Dennis took every opportunity to remainengaged with the Club and many of its members and providedregular advice on areas that he felt could be improved.Dennis’s contribution to the Club was recognised in 2006when he was granted an Honorary Life membership. With hispassing we have lost a passionate supporter of the Club andits members. He will be sorely missed.Again, our condolences to Bev and family.15

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Inflating and checking buoysPre-race briefingloading the buoysBuoy boat ready to go. OwnerKevin Shoebridge and crewMark Green will lay anotherexcellent courseYachts go up channel to startPre-start off PlimmertonBeachStill waiting to start

Plimmerton start box EddieHook and Oriel Martin withassistance from Anne Beach(not shown)Up go the flagsStart of the Mark Ellmers -two handed raceThey’re away!After race sausage sizzleAfter race analysis!