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Windsurfers Gallery and News:
Let me have your photos and news for inclusion on this page. There is a table below for you to register the speeds that you are proud of.
If you want to register your speed, drop me an email with the details of Speed and kit used and I'll post it on the table.
Dave
First out at the Bluey 2010
Ian, Dave and Jason let the frustrations of not being out all winter get the better and decided the weather was 'acceptable'. So with a good breeze, and sails from 4.2 to 9.8!! off they went to freeze in the 4 degree wind. With Ian and Jason doing launches from the jetty direct onto the boards in their dry suits and pottering about on near the club, Dave blasted up an down to the far corner fully maxed out and getting some good speed for the first day out. But boy was it cold!
Weymouth Speed Week 2009
Brian Warner (Bruno) & Dave Crowhurst took part in the speed week 10th to 16th October at Weymouth and Portland Sailing Academy, unfortunately the wind forecast for the week turned out to be perfectly correct in that Sunday would be the only day with any wind (and I mean ANY!!). A few other members, Geoff and Bev Cooper, Simon Gimbly, Mick Reeks & Bob Wolstenholme all came down and had a sail at the weekend, Phil Fidler came down midweek and not even enough wind for the longboard, still at least it was sunny.
Bruno registered 2 speeds on the 500 metre course, on the Saturday of 6.76 knots & 5.27 knots, reflective of the light winds
Bruno then registered 2 speeds on the Sunday of 21.91 knots & 21.34 knots.
Dave registered 18 runs on the Sunday, ranging from 22.04 knots to 25.67 knots.
Time through the week was spent doing various bits, watching the innovative designs of boats being tried and tested, dragon boat paddle to the harbour wall and back (only 5 miles), paddleboarding, and Bruno spent time doing freestile with a bit of coaching from Ant Baker.
We packed up everything on the Thursday evening, expecting to get away Friday right after the prize giving at midday, only to get to the centre on Friday to a 10 knot wind and people getting their kit together, hard to get your brain in gear to sail when you were just expecting to go home!! Bruno gave it a miss, Dave went out only to find they had set the course WAY upwind, so on a 158 Formula and 9.8 metre sail headed off, only to then catch the fin as the tide was very low. Eventually getting to the course, doing a few runs keeping the adjustable outhaul out to keep the sail powered up (Heath Robinson rules OK (just come and look at it sometime!!)) the wind then dropped and after 4 failed attempts to get plaining before the start line gave up.
3 runs registered between 18.07 and 20.10 knots, considering the winds were a good bit lower than that Dave was quite pleased.
Worst thing of the week is Bruno has lost his yellow hat.......
To see all pictures, click on the picture above.
Thanks to Simon and Geoff for the photos
One person we came across at Weymouth was David Tuttlebee who after getting cancer started raising money for Cancer research and rather than doing a different event to raise money decided to do an event in the sport he loves, windsurfing. So what started as an event "SunriseSunset" developed into Windsurfing 4 Cancer Research (W4CR) charity, formed to promote cancer awareness among fellow windsurfers and, through specific projects, raise funds for cancer research, education and support.
More information can be found on the charity website W4CR
Photos 13/09/09
Attached below are photos (both dingy's and windsurfers) uploaded online taken on 13th September 2009.
To see all pictures, click on the picture above.
Tips and Tasters
Dave Crowhurst organised a weekend windsurfing over the August Bank Holiday weekend.
All ages and abilities were catered for and it was particularly good to see some of the younger members of the club trying windsurfing for the first time.
There was a brisk wind on both sailing days which ensured that the rescue boat was kept very busy.
The beginners all managed to get up on the boards and sail for a short time before hitting the water (repeatedly) and, in most cases, having to be towed back to shore.
The intermediate windsurfers were given some useful tips and assistance to help improve their sailing.
It was very good of the experienced windsurfers to give up their time to organise and run the weekend which was greatly enjoyed by everyone.
Vicky Baynard
To Dave and everyone else who helped with the windsurfing
Thank you for the weekend, it was much appreciated. We really enjoyed ourselves even if not many of us could stay on the boards for long.
Once again thank you.
Rebecka David and Cameron
Below are some pictures of those taking part.
To see all pictures, click on the picture above.
Sat 15th August
Finally, a bit of wind at the weekend saw a number of windsurfers get out, even good to see a few dingys out on a Saturday as well. Thanks to Simon for the pictures
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Windsurfers go back to Egypt
This year it was the start of May 2009 that saw a group of members (and ex members) off to Dahab in Egypt for a mainly Windsurfing holiday, with a little bit of Dingy/Catamaran/Snorkling/Cycling, the weather was great again and resulted in some great sailing. Mick Janman came back with the trophy for most improved windsurfer (well & generally fun attitude), amazing for the fact he only gets on a board once a year (so he says!!).
In terms of speed, despite those that think they go quickly, when they are armed with a GPS it tells a different story, so Mick Reeks once again registered the best speed on the holiday, nothing to break records though but 28 knots isn't bad.
To see all images, click on the picture.
Sat 25th April, it must be getting warmer
Despite a wet forecast with light winds, reality was a little different with sun and gusty winds. A good turnout of windsurfers with 14 turning out and a few of the newer faces as well.
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Boys from the Bluey get 'On your bike'
Sunday 19th April saw 6 boys from the Bluey take part in the Gravesend Rotary Club On your Bike 2009 ride.
Split between the 30 & 45 mile all finished and received their coasters for completing the course.
To see alle images, click on the picture.
Saturday 14th March
Not much wind, but an opportunity to get out... Photo's by Simon.
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Not sure of the dates of the shots, but obviously getting chilly... Thanks to Geoff for the photo's.
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Blasting - Saturday 8th November
Not the strongest of wind, so out came the big boards and sails, even Eddie got on something that doesn't sink immediately! Thanks to Simon for the photo's.
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Mike Fish and Mick Reeks out on 17th August 2008
Windsurfers at various times at BCSC
And because Monique was surprised that her picture of being rescued hadn't appeared.....
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Windsurfers go to Egypt
The start of June 2008 saw a group of members (and ex members) fly off to Dahab in Egypt for a mainly Windsurfing holiday, the weather was great and resulted in some great sailing both on boards and also for those brave enough, on the Darts and Snipes (Dave Jones and Mick Janman will continue to insist that they would've been OK when the club stopped all sailing because it was 'too windy'). John Williams took to the windsurfing and came back with the trophy for most improved windsurfer, something that I'm sure he'll try to keep quiet!
Bruno even got himself in an online article in Boards magazine! Boards Magazine Article
Other trophies earned were Dave Crowhurst, runner up to Bruno, and Mick Reeks who took the 'Rock Hard' trophy for his achievement of over 30 knots!
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Here are a few of the speeds registered on the lake, including the kit used (where known).
Just drop me an email or see me at the lake and let me know the details
| Day |
Month |
Year |
Name |
Board |
Sail |
Top Speed (knots) |
Top Speed (MPH) |
| 1st |
March |
2008 |
Michael Reeks |
JP Supersport 110 |
Neil Pryde Hellcat 6.7 |
29.9 kt |
34.4 mph |
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April |
2008 |
Simon Grimbly |
Bic Techno 153 |
Tushingham 7.8 |
26.0 kt |
29.9 mph |
| 18th |
May |
2008 |
Michael Reeks |
JP Freestyle Wave 91 |
Neil Pryde Excess 6.4 |
29.3 kt |
33.7 mph |
| 22nd |
June |
2008 |
Michael Reeks |
JP Freestyle Wave 91 |
Neil Pryde Alpha 5.8 |
28.6 kt |
32.9 mph |
| 22nd |
June |
2008 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard iSonic 115 |
Naish Boxer SL 6.4 |
29.9 kt |
34.4 mph |
| 5th |
July |
2008 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard iSonic 115 |
Tushingham EvolutionII 7.4 |
29.2 kt |
33.6 mph |
| 18th |
July |
2008 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard iSonic 115 |
Naish Boxer SL 6.4 |
28.3 kt |
32.6 mph |
| 19th |
July |
2008 |
Michael Reeks |
JP Supersport 118 |
Neil Pryde V8 7.5 |
29.9 kt |
34.4 mph |
| 13th |
August |
2008 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard Free 62 |
Tushingham Storm 5.0 |
27.5 kt |
31.6 mph |
| 14th |
August |
2008 |
Michael Reeks |
JP Supersport 118 |
Neil Pryde V6 8.5 |
27.9 kt |
32.1 mph |
| 17th |
August |
2008 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard Formula 158 |
Neil Pryde V8 9.4 |
25.2 kt |
29 mph |
| 20th |
August |
2008 |
Geoff Cooper |
Tabu 115 |
Tushingham Thunderbird 6.5 |
26.9 kt |
31 mph |
| 21st |
December |
2008 |
Geoff Cooper |
Tabu 115 |
Tushingham Thunderbird 6.5 |
26.0 kt |
29.9 mph |
| 21st |
December |
2008 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard iSonic 115 |
Naish Boxer SL 6.4 |
28.1 kt |
32.3 mph |
| 21st |
December |
2008 |
Michael Reeks |
JP Slalom 104 |
Neil Pryde V8 7.5 |
28.7 kt |
33 mph |
| 8th |
March |
2009 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard iSonic 115 |
Naish Boxer SL 6.4 |
29.1 kt |
33.5 mph |
| 16th |
April |
2009 |
Brian Warner |
Starboard Free Formula 157 |
Tushingham Lightning 8.5 |
22.3 kt |
25.7 mph |
| 24th |
April |
2009 |
Brian Warner |
Starboard Free Formula 157 |
Tushingham Lightning 8.5 |
22.5 kt |
25.9 mph |
| 6th |
July |
2009 |
Dave Crowhurst |
Starboard iSonic 115 |
Tushingham Storm 6.0 |
28.1 kt |
32.3 mph |
| 24th |
October |
2009 |
Simon Grimbly |
Bic Techno 152 |
Bic Techno Logic 6.8m |
27.1 kt |
31.2 mph |
| 24th |
October |
2009 |
Geoff Cooper |
Board |
Sail |
27.4 kt |
31.5 mph |
And although not necessarly at the Lake, here are individuals best recorded.
| Day |
Month |
Year |
Name |
Board |
Sail |
Top Speed (knots) |
Top Speed (MPH) |
| |
Speed Week |
2006 |
Brian (Bruno) Warner
Weymouth |
Fastest Veteran |
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23.65 kt |
27.2 mph |
| 21st |
September |
2007 |
Dave Crowhurst
Weymouth |
F2 Wizzard 115 |
Arrows Cherokee 6.6 |
37.1 kt |
42.7 mph |
| 24th |
October |
2009 |
Simon Grimbly
Blue Circle |
Bic Techno 152 |
Bic Techno Logic 6.8m |
27.1 kt |
31.2 mph |
| 10th |
June |
2008 |
Michael Reeks
Dahab (Egypt) |
Starboard Isonic 101 |
Tushingham Wedge 5.7 |
35.7 kt |
41.1 mph |
| 24th |
October |
2009 |
Geoff Cooper
Blue Circle |
Board |
Sail |
27.4 kt |
31.5 mph |
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