E-News 8th February, 2019
SYDNEY HARBOUR REGATTA
Join us for the 14th Annual Sydney Harbour Regatta as Middle Harbour Yacht Club celebrates its 80th Anniversary.
With such a celebration make sure you register your boat HERE or simply come down to the club to watch all of the action from the beach.
KICK N' CHASE- 2019 ADAMS 10 AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONS
Congratulations to Rob Clarke and the crew of Kick 'n Chase, the 2019 Adams 10 Australian Champions following the seven race regatta held at Lake Macquarie Yacht Club over the Australia Day weekend.
Other than a dropped 7th place in Race 1, Kick 'n Chase finished consistently in the top four to claim the One Design title with a six point margin. Another Dilemma, helmed by Tim Gallego, claimed third overall. Garth Riley and the crew of Sirius took the handicap win with three first places.
To view the results - click here
To view the video - click here
CHAOS & BEDLAM IN FRESH BREEZES
Today's Chaos Cup and Bedlam Point Cup were sailed in a fresh southerly making for a quick trip to Abbotsford and back.
This popular annual club race was also race two in the Jeanneau Cup Series, attracting a strong fleet of 16 Jeanneau yachts. Christopher Stannard's Worlds Apart claimed the Jeanneau Division 4 win from Galan and Pinta Bay.
Winner of the Chaos Cup and Division 1 was Toy Box 2 (Ian Box), with Pindamara (Mark McLean) claiming the Bedlam Point Cup for the Non-Spinnaker Division. Division 2 was led home by Innamincka (John Crawford).
To view the results - click here
2019 Cock of the Club winning team: Toy Box 2, Innamincka & Just A Dash
YACHT SALES AUSTRALIA WEDNESDAY SERIES
Wed 6th Feb Twenty boats headed down the harbour on Course 6 for Race 9 of the the Yacht Sales Australia Non-Spinnaker Race on Wednesday in a pleasant 8-10 knot easterly breeze
Peter Sorenson’s new boat Advanced Philosophy took the honours in Division 1 ahead of Austmark ( Gunther Schmidtlinder), with TSA Management ( Tony Levett) in 3rd.
In Division 2 it was Contentious helmed by Brian Lees first home ahead of John Crawford on Innamincka and Equinox ( Todd Trenear) came in 3rd. The fastest Adams 10 around the track was once again Another Dilemma ( Jim Vaughan)
For the latest results - https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/weds2/series.htm
THURSDAY TWILIGHT SERIES
Thurs 7th Feb The sailors where champing at the bit to get out on the harbour for Thursdays twilight race after last week’s abandonment due to gale wind warnings on the harbour.
Forty Three boats headed out for a beautiful evening’s sail in a 15-20 knot nor-east wind. In division 1, Highly Sprung ( Mark Spring )took line honours ahead ofPt73 ( Stewart McGeady) in 2nd place and Llama II (Jon Linton) in 3rd.
In division 2 Lumine Lunae ( Raoul De Ferranti) came in 1st place ahead of Gusto (Jeremy Vernon) and Mortgage Choice Rumba (Rob Carr) in 3rd.
In division 3, Slac n Off ( Martyn Colebrook) was a popular winner beating Arawai (Derek Minihane) in 2nd place and Freedom ( Stephan Smith ) taking 3rd place. Cutting Loose ( James Kaill) took 1st place in Division 4 ahead of Blue Bottle (David Field) and Single Malt (Peter Gilliland)
Winners in the Women’s Twilight where Jenny Dankes in Division 1 on PT73, Sam Gallagher in Division 2 with Galan and Meredith Trevallen-Jones in division 3.
For latest results – https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/twpost/series.htm https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/womtwlt/series.htm
MEMBER FEATURE - SKIPPER NEIL FROM FRENCH CONNECTION
Hi folks,
Well last nights combined MHYC Twilight Race 17 & 5th Women’s Series had everything. It was a stiff breeze and course was Shark Island and home. There were over 40 boats racing and the club house was buzzing after the race.
Jackie did her usual professional job on the helm and we came 8th - and just behind Peach Teats Victory by 2 minutes after a close tussle all around the course. We were the 10th fastest boat and now placed 6th overall on 25 points (1st place is on 21 points so anybody can win the post Xmas Series with 7 races to go). In the Women’s Series we are coming 2nd.
The crew were kept busy and Dave was the power house on the main. Matt, Kathy, Fiona, Helen, Richard and Simon had no time to relax (not like me 😎) with furling, reefing, poling out, tacking, jib trimming, beer wenching etc etc. Phew. It was thirsty work.
We had an interesting interaction with our old friend The Collaroy and some anxious moments after a starboard call from Bula.
Dinner/drinks on the balcony is always a winner made more lively by some spirited discussion 😳
Thanks Matt & Dave for helping with delivering FC.
Great to hear about Kathy & Richards skiing holidays in Japan and good that Fiona & Helen could make it in time for sailing. Mike was at the airport picking up Eva who next week can give a first hand report of the Tasmanian bushfires!!
Cannot wait for next week!
- Neil
SATURDAY SERIES RESULTS
Saturday 2 feb It was a warm , sunny day but only a light breeze for the MHYC Inshore race on Saturday with 24 boats heading off down the harbour.
Peter Sorenson’s first race with his new boat Advanced Philosophy was a success taking both the PHS and IRC win in the Open Division. Second in the IRC was Stormaway ( Jack Stening) followed by Toy Box 2 ( Ian Box) in third.
In the Adams 10s, Rob Clarke and Anthony Poiner on Kick n Chase took the One Design win ahead of Powder Hulk (Patrick Delany) in second and No Friends (Geoff Charters) in third. NO Friends also took out 1st place in the PHS result.
XC3SS (Peter Woodhead) won Division 1 from Plan B and Forty Two. Ace took the prize for Division 2 ahead of Innamincka and Dania. David West’s Ace was also the quickest of the J24s.
In the Saturday Social series James Pattinson took the line honours on Ellipse II ahead of Escape and Caviar.
To view the latest results for the Open Division - Click Here
To view the latest results for the Adams 10 Division - Click Here
To view the latest results for the Inshore Divisions - Click Here
To view the latest results for the Saturday Social Sailor Series https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/satsoc/series.htm
2019 BAREFOOT BALL
Middle Harbour Yacht Club’s now famous Annual Barefoot Ball is back again. This year The Beatinix will be performing all of The Beatles greatest hits, so be sure to come down to enjoy a night of dancing on the sand! Tickets are now available and can be purchased at the office on 9969-1244 or online HERE
SAILGP SPECTATOR CRUISE
Watch the action from the water with the MHYC SailGP Foiling 50 Spectator Cruise on board MV Bennelong.
Call the MHYC office on 9969-1244 to book your spot.
VALENTINES TWILIGHT
Celebrate all things Love with a sail and dinner at Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
Call the MHYC office on 9969-1244 to book your table.
KAYIMAI BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER
The 2018/2019 season of MHYC's Twilight Series see's Rob Aldis' boat, Kayimai, with an all female crew. This inspiring group of women have decided to take up the challenge of raising $10,000 before the last twilight of the season to donate to the McGrath Foundation, while raising awareness and interest in women in sailing.
Partnered with Rob and MHYC, reusable coffee cups have been donated and will be sold down at the club for $20 each. When you purchase a cup, MHYC will happily fill it with any hot drink of your choice upon purchase.
You can find more information about the ladies cause and keep up to date with the fundraising here - MCGRATH FOUNDATION
Kayaks for Hire
A great way to get out on the water and stay fit or spend some time with the kids.
Midweek or weekend, these are available for $15/hour for a single - $20/hour for a double.
Call the club to book in advance on 9969 1244. Rental fees apply. Form here.
Sandbar Cafe - Open 7 days a week
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. Come down to the Club & enjoy our coffee and freshly made gourmet rolls, fresh muffins, slices or try one of Brett's homemade icecreams. Don't forget we have takeaway beverages for sale - cases of beer, bottles of wine, and bags of ice.
Pelican Pete loves of $10 coffee and cake deal
Harbourview Bar & Bistro
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro has new opening hours coming into the summer season.
For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
