Was it just me, or did this year seem to go by fast? It is already December, as the weather has suddenly reminded us. This time of the year traditionally sees many of our fair weather sailors pack up their kit for the colder months. Before doing so this year, you may want to take the time to ensure you have untied and loosened your battens, kept your boat free of corrosive salt deposits and stored and covered it properly. We will be re-evaluating the methods we use for the tie-downs this year as well!
As the calendar year comes to a close, we had a pleasant if not tame final regatta at the RHKYC-sponsored Around Island Race. The mild winds were a disappointment for many of the sailors, but a boon for the paddlers. LBC had 14 sailboats participate with some very good results again this year.
Our paddlers will be closing out the year with the annual Fun Day. The event invites paddlers from around HK to come for a fun yet competitive day of races that divides the participants into 2 closely matched teams. After several races, the group retires to Hemingway's for a well-earned meal and perhaps a few beverages.
Personally, I will be looking for a few relatively warm days to get myself and family out on the water, so I hope to see many of you doing the same.
Around the Island Race
Was it just me, or did this year seem to go by fast? It is already December, as the weather has suddenly reminded us. This time of the year traditionally sees many of our fair weather sailors pack up their kit for the colder months. Before doing so this year, you may want to take the time to ensure you have untied and loosened your battens, kept your boat free of corrosive salt deposits and stored and covered it properly. We will be re-evaluating the methods we use for the tie-downs this year as well!
