Monthly Archives: October 2014

Sailing Report October 2014

The sailing season started off with a huge regatta that was held at the MBYBC during the weekend of the 4th to the 6th of October. Weather conditions were excellent for sailing and sailors were severely tested on day one when they experienced fairly strong wind made worse by rough seas and big swells. Day two was better all round with day three seeing sailing cancelled due to a lack of wind. The regatta was part of the Southern Charter, four event grand slam and was considered a huge success by all concerned. The next venue is Theewaterskloof on 6th…

Sailing Report September 2014

On September the 14th  The official MBYBC opening cruise was held. We had 31 boats of all descriptions take part in the sail past. There was anything from sea kayaks and sailing dinghies to catamarans, keelboats and powerboats. The club was vibrant with members and visitors alike all having a lovely day out. The weather was exceptionally clear and sunny although there was hardly any wind. Sailors had quite a few problems whilst trying to sail past the Commodore who probably still has a painful right arm from holding it up for such a long time. On the 21st of…