The Flying Dutchman NSW State Championships sponsored by Excelsior Peak Vineyard, Tumbarumbawill, will be hosted by the Batemans Bay Sailing Club. 20 - 15 years ago there were probably a dozen organised speed sailing events on 500 metre courses, with an enthusiastic group of sailors, mostly boardsailors, trying to break the World record. Now there is only one event, at Leucate, on the Mediterranean. The best run was 42.91 knots by F. Maynard. Please keep in mind that prices vary with the seasons and with the age and condition of the boat.
Prices are approximate as the seasons' dates vary for each charter company.
If you don't book early for the high season you will have to take a boat that may not be suitable for your group, or you may miss out altogether. A Wednesday afternoon series pointscore. The Essential Boat Maintenance Manual by Jeff Toghill is aimed at owners of small to medium sized boats, both yachts and cruisers who want to know the basic maintenance requirements for their boat. It includes clear instructions, tips and hints illustrated by photographs and line drawings that reduce the cost and effort of maintenance work. The fleet remains in port until May 13, when they depart on Leg Six to La Rochelle, France.