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#1415 Winnie the Pooh will be there.
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5 yrs on: I sailed 2002 Nats in 1494 which was a sister boat to 1415
10 yrs on: Dick Wilkins sailed Largs Bay in 1997 (I think in 1415)15 yrs or retirement!!! 1496 Bounty Hunter (sister to 1415 and 1494)
Yes all 3 built by Bruce Keir.
Yes, I have brought them together, back to their home in Qld.
1494 now idles her time in the Cleveland clubhouse, sailed by Stan Miller from time to time.
1415 – currently sailed by Sueby
1496 – under cover beside Sue’s house witing for her to retireThe difference in numbers – because back in those days states were allocated batches of numbers – 1415 went to Brissie (Dick), whilst 1494 and 1496 went to Sydney!!
Anyway, bottom line is that #1415 “Winnie the Pooh” will be there this Nats.
Hi Mike,
Could you tell me – when you say enamel – do you mean oil-based or water based?
Thanks, SueSo now I am TOTALLY confused!
Not that I want to sleeve my boom…. BUT….
…. does this mean every member has to purchase a set of construction notes if they want to ensure they are across ALL measurement aspects of the class?
Like hey man, I didn’t build my boats.
And even if I did I couldn’t be sure the notes haven’t changed!!
And what about me mate who bought a $500 boat, he cannot afford another $33 and besides he doesn’t have access to this forum to know this stuff.This is a real problem, and a National one at that.
The solutions are totally out of touch with a National class with sailor dudes thousands of kms apart. Those in small numbers at a distance need this matter resolved satisfactorily, quickly, else they will lose interest, do their own thing and by default stray from the class.Nui Uma
Thanks Matt,
You have given me some solid material to now thank about and work thru.
Thank you for the detail of what you have tried.
Hope you southerners are keeping warm,
Sueit turned out that the NoR race fee is wrong
This is a FREE regatta – come on down today – there are three races scheduled.
SueI concur Matt,
Here is a link to the Spiral class drawings for measuring boom vang attachment. Measurements are based on extrapolating the bearing point to the centre of the spar, and having a max and min distance back from the aft edge of the mast.
http://www.spiralsailing.org/The%20Dinghy%20and%20the%20Association_files/class%20drawings.pdf
FYI,
SuePS I hope I don’t get into trouple for using the S***** word.
What is a family holiday? What is the real world?
Here are some unfortunate but very real suggestions:
– a place where children witness DV
– where children are abused
– individuals with mental health problems that are not treated
– where adults choose suicide rather than the people they love
YEP – I know about the real world.Here arer some facts to help us counter the above:
– there are parents whose children sail Olympic and Youth classes
– these parents often put their own needs second to those of their kids
– a family holiday is not a quantifiable event
– by definition a family is a dysfunctional group (> 1) of related persons
– HOLIDAY is … what you want it to be … it may be a day … an hour …. an event … it is that special moment that u treasure for ever – and u cannot plan itA Sabre sailing colleague at Clevelend, who chose to travel to Perth for the Heron Nationals rather tha sail at CYC said to me before Xmas “… the further you travel, the more fun you have …”. This typifies to some extent what Nationals are about. IONALS are about connecting with the people you see once a year … it’s testing your skills and boat …. it’s NOT a kid’s birthday party, nor a family ‘holiday’. Read some of the literature – like James Hardy – get back to the spirit of what a National Championship is all about.
As for the rocks and mud at Clevelan! You ain’t seen mud till you’ve sailed at Oak Flats – man – that is REAL mud! Coal dust mud! Black as ….. oops (sorry junior readers – I am censored).
And rocks – well – how about the northern end of Lake Illawarra! Its a bloody 6′ high concrete wall! I suggest you use the ramp there. And watch out for needles in the water.
Susan Hextell
Sailor
Considering sailing Dora the Explorer at Blairgowrie ( I am told it is a wonderful venue), or 125 at Lake Macquarie (God’s own country!)Blow ye winds southerly, southerly, southerly,
Blow ye wind … cross the bonnie blue sea.Hour of the day by crash type of fatalities
00:00-01:59 02:00-03:59 04:00-05:59 06:00-07:59 08:00-09:59 10:00-11:59 12:00-13:59 14:00-15:59 16:00-17:59 18:00-19:59 20:00-21:59 22:00-23:59 Unknown
Opposing direction 10 2 10 9 15 19 30 34 30 23 13 13 0 208
Run off a straight road 28 25 19 16 21 19 27 32 43 36 25 38 0 337
38 27 29 25 36 38 57 66 73 59 38 51 0 537Hi,
this is an extract of date from http://www.tacsafety.com.au/jsp/statistics/reportingtool.do; when formatted it shows that the most dangerous time for running off the road or having a head on collision is 12:00 (noon) to 20.00 hrs (8pm). It is safer at night!
When you eliminate the influences of alcohol – the stats squew further in favour of night time driving.In the last three years I have travelled in excess of 200,000km, mostly at night! The media is the problem when it comes to reporting road fatalities. There is wonderful comaraderie amongst the night time drivers. I had wonderful assistance from the truckies at Moree (on my move to Qld) when my trailer structure collapsed. They offered ropes and lights to assist in my repairs.
The safest way to travel is at night behind a truck! I am even happy to take it slow on the grades to stay with a long distance traveller.And what about the absolutely wonderful experience of driving in full moon light, or see a falling star! And waking to see a fox in the bushes close by as I peeked out of the swag – God, he was a fearful as me!
Where oh where is the sense of adventure and the explorer spirit?
Two weeks, one week, one day – I don’t care – just DON”T clash with Olympic and International sailing events.
Sue Hextell
PS I sailed my Spiral on Sunday – and I haven’t lost the touch!! So Shane – watch out!
Hi, I may be some diverse views – please consider …
1. Travel – after the last Nats in Adelaide I left after the presentation and arrived in Canberra 9pm the following evening. Traffic was not a problem. I planned my accommodation (the back of the wagon), and basically put myself to the task.
Holiday traffic tends to be in clusters at certain times – avoid those. Departing Adelaide at 10-11pm in the evening achieves this. Other peaks in other cities would be avoided as I cannot imagine a route to anywhere that required passing through more that the home city (for those living in a capital city).
Travel with the professional drivers – during the night – and you avoid the amateur once a year dudes!
If this is not appealing due to family – then let me set the record straight – we are taliking about the NATIONAL championship – not a birthday party.
2. Timing of the Nationals – there are two primary factors
a) Avoid conflict with International events and Olympic class events
b) Availability of key personnel for the conduct of the regatta at the host clubThese are paramount inputs to the timing o the Nationals, and none other.
Signed: Winnie the Pooh and supporters …
… Bounty Hunter (Sabre, 1496)
… Dora the Explorer (Radial Laser, 172260)
… Nui Uma (Spiral, 717)
… Bingo (Winnie’s personal rescue boat)
… Sally (Sue’s dog – Sally just loves going in the boats)
… the ute (specialised LPG powered travel aid)
… Sue’s swag (yep – I have upgraded from the back of the wagon, and Sally loves it)Sue
Team Co-ordinator2.
Reminder to Sabre sailors …
… the final three heats of the Qld States are scheduled to be held at Southport Yacht Club on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th March.
Refer to the Qld SSA website for race fee and start times.
Winnie the Pooh
for the Qld SSAEat more hunny!
Hi,
Yes having the bow into the wind can help, in particular if it is windy.
Great news on you getting a boat. And even better that you all had fun.
Sealing the mast should help, as once it is below level the water in the mast is counteracting the righting efforts of the sailor.Also I forgot to mention before, make sure the mainsheet is NOT cleated when righting the boat.
My email address is [email protected] in case you had it wrong.
Another idea …… not serious, but maybe worthy of a giggle … instal an airbag at the top of the mast.
Oh and finally, advice for Eliza from Winnie the Pooh … “eat more hunny”
Sue
Hi Shane and Eliza,
The ropes under the gunwhale can be used to support foot when hoisting onto the centreboard. I don’t see them being useful aft of the thwart. They are also handy in waves if you are in the water beside the boat to avoid getting separated from the boat.I would suggest the following alternatives to perhaps help:
– seal the mast as much as possible to reduce the amount of water ‘in the mast’ when capsized, you could use foam inside the mast as well. use sealant on rivet heads, and gaff tape on any exposed holes (if there are any). Then try a flotation test to see how quick it fills with water. If there are a number of holes water can get into, do the flotation test before and after to see the effect you have made. If you use foam, it will reduce water in the mast and aid flotation if you cannot seal it.
– try sealing the boom section as well, mast plugs and or foam. Again the aim is to avoid the rig being ‘heavy’ to get out of the water.
– leverage on the centreboard would be the next area to focus on. Is Eliza able to pull it thru to maximum under the boat when in a capsize. Also have a look at her technique on the board – can she increase leverage by placing her body in a different direction from what she is doing now.
Good luck and see you,
Sue
Winnie the PoohHi,
I have found CGU to be both friendly to deal with and competitively priced.
Sue ‘Winnie the Pooh’
