The designer of the boat, his son, now the boat builder, and his son were all on hand to fix any problems. Olympic silver medallists Darren Bundock and John Forbes will compete in the Tornado Class. Due to strong winds and lumpy seas races 6 and 7 had to be abandoned. 96 entries competed in ten races over three days. Approximately 80 vessels are expected to compete on a course area in the vicinity of Bradley's Head on Sydney Harbour.
Waterways urge local boaters to give the sailors a 'fair go' during racing.
The Byte is the women's boat at the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF Worlds in Sydney this December. Designed by Ian Bruce, manufacturer of the Laser, the Byte is the confirmed single handed youth boat for both male and female for 2002. The replica ship Duyfken will arrive at the mouth of the Brisbane River between 1200 and 1300 hrs and then sail up the river to arrive at the Colonial Mutual jetty at 1740 hrs. Boat owners are encouraged to participate in a Parade of Sail. Channel Seven will broadcast the arrival live from 1700 to 1800hrs.