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Rambles 2020
For the first ramble of the season we were joined by six other members and three dogs for a scenic walk around the Charletons. Following routes we had discovered during lockdown we headed inland from Springfield along green lanes to Bowcombe, following the estuary to what is cited as one of the ten best views in Devon, although unfortunately the tide was out! Our route then took us up to West Charleton Beacon before dropping
Published 11:19 on 9 Sep 2020
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Charlie Lloyd
We are shocked and saddened to hear that Charlie Lloyd has passed away after a cardiac arrest whilst cycling with good friends. Charlie, with Helen and children Sam and Rosie have been universally popular members of the dinghy fleet for many years and many of us have very fond memories of our families growing up together, sailing off Smalls Cove. He will be missed by us all. I am sure many of us are
Published 13:37 on 30 Aug 2020
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Junior Race Day Wednesday 26th August kindly sponsored by Coast & Country
After recent storms blowing through Salcombe the wind was strong for a great day on the water. The young sailors all equipped themselves really well for three challenging races in a freshening breeze. Lessons were learnt with gear failure and capsizes but the contest was great to see after so many months of lockdown. It was particularly great
Published 11:56 on 28 Aug 2020
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Dinghy racing out to sea on 29th August, Bank Holiday Saturday, the Notice of Race is amended as follows:
For club racing in the August Series on 29 th August, Bank Holiday Saturday, the Notice of Race is amended as follows: It is the intention to hold two back-to-back races out to sea in the Range, as stated in the 2020 Racing Programme. If racing is to be held outside of the harbour this will be indicated by Flag C flying from the
Published 11:37 on 21 Aug 2020
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SYC Race Week
We really are having a week of variable light winds but the atmosphere is fantastic and the positions are hard fought in the fleets. The spectacle is as good as ever from the well spaced out terrace. Race starts are at 10.30 and 14.30. The August Series Club Racing continues on Saturday 15th at 14.00hrs
Published 10:34 on 13 Aug 2020
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SYC Cruiser news
SYC Cruisers Skerries Race 8th August 2020 Despite the forecasted light winds, the sun and warm weather enticed ten boats to the starting line, the Middle Harbour limit buoy at 10.00 am. Four boats were sailing single handed, competing for the annual single handed trophy. Each boat was required to take their time passing the start and finish marks. This however didnt stop the competitive element coming to the fore with all boats
Published 10:18 on 13 Aug 2020
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Race Officers get racing started in changeable Salcombe breeze!
Thanks to everyone who is making this Race Week happen. Race Officers are often faced with difficult decisions to get the fleets underway; but this is day two and Malcom Mackley is happy the breeze appears to be holding! There is great social distanced viewing from the SYC Terrace. Our view of the start and finish line, has to be one of the finest sights in Salcombe. Enjoy!
Published 14:29 on 10 Aug 2020
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Video Guide for Timekeepers
Click here to see RCS Simon Dobson demonstrate how to use the new Start Box system.
Published 10:53 on 7 Aug 2020
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SYC Race Week 2020 Competitors Briefing
Please click here for SYC Race Week 2020 Competitors Briefing
Published 10:19 on 4 Aug 2020
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Race Week Update for Competitors & Duty Roster
Dear Race Week Competitor Attached is the Duty Roster for Race Week. Please make a note of your duty and plan to be at the Watch House one hour before the first start in that session. If you have not been assigned a duty, your name is on a reserve list that we may draw on if needed.
Published 10:07 on 4 Aug 2020
