Rule 12 the debate continues

There it is Rule 12 no mention of overtaking?????????

Any one else wishing to join the debate please feel free to comment.

Only request please state your name.

rule 12

overtaking boat is a rule as it was proved on sunday24th september when we checked the rule book its in black and white christal clear and if you dont belive me then check for yoursself!

Results for Sunday, 17th September (Scratch Race)

JW

Results for Sunday, 17th September

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Results of Scratch Race to follow

JW

Results for Wednesday, September 13th

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Sorry for the delay in posting these results

JW

ISAF race rules free down load

http://www.sailing.org/RRS2005/RRS2005-2008.pdf

Click on Link to veiw all 174 pages of the current ISAF racing rules, this is a free download, but for those not embracing the technology I will print a copy of and place it in the club house for all to veiw.

NEW SAIL LOFT AT PURPLE

Purple Sails new Sail Loft is open for business.

Purple Sails is owned by Dave Hall, Jim Hunt and Greg O'Brien and is located within the Purple Marine Superstore in Walsall.

The loft has been set up to cope with the large number of sail repairs, customers special orders and contract work.

Dave Hall is the new loft manager and will work alongside expert sailmaker Jim Hunt.

We are geared up to repair any sail, cover, bag, toestraps, sailing suit and even wetsuits.

For any products that you require making or repairing please call Dave Hall, Greg O'Brien or Jim Hunt on 08456 123117 or e-mail dave@purplesails.com or shop on line at www.purplesails.com

Topper Open Video

The much awaited video of the first Sutton Topper Open in fifteen years is now available to veiw.

This is a compressed version for the internet so the quality isn't great but i'm sure DVD's can be made availble at a small price to cover cost's.

Click On Link to veiw:

http://www.fazaudio.com/stauntonharoldvideo.html

ANNUAL PRIZE GIVING EVENT

In the past, the annual prize giving event was one of the most important events of the year. It was held at venues such as Penn’s Hall and consisted of an evening meal with a guest speaker, prize giving and finally dancing. Ladies wore a Cocktail Dress and the gents wore attire to match.

Although everyone had a very pleasant evening it did prove to be quite an expensive affair and eventually such a lavish activity was abandoned. However, all we do now is have a freezing evening at the club house and hand out the various trophies. Quite a few members have suggested that, while the past was perhaps a bit over the top in today’s climate, we should take advantage of the occasion to have a pleasant night out together and one or two venues with costs have been suggested.

The purpose of this ‘post’ is to test the water to see what other members of the club think about this and to obtain some more detailed proposals.

So, club members, comments and suggestions please.

Written and posted for Dave Batsford

JW

Good Morning. Welcome to the first September Purple Tuesday.This week we have on offer for the Dinghy Sailor a Gill Dinghy Smock reduced from £60.00 to just £35.00 and for the Yachtsman we have the XM Coastal Flare Packs reduced from £65.99 to £45.99For Further details call 01922 614787 or shop on line at www.purplemarine.com
















New Chandlery At Rutland Water Sailing Club
Purple Marine have secured the lease for the Chandlery at Rutland Water Sailing Club and will be opening in November.On offer in the NEW Purple Marine store will be a full range of Dinghy and Crusier spares with back up stock available next day via their Mail Order Service.

Purple Marine Rutland can be found next to the main entrance of the clubhouse in Edith Westen.



















**PURPLE TUESDAY**Gill Dinghy Smock - Mist / NavyThe Dinghy Smock is made from a truly cutting edge 2 Dot fabric, which is light and breathable and ideal for dinghy sailing. It has been designed with a slimmer cut, which provides reduced windage and greater freedom of movement.
Was £60.00 Now only £35.00












**PURPLE TUESDAY** XM Flares-coastal Flare PackA very popular choice amongst Sailors as they offer value for money. Designed for use less than 7 miles offshore. Contains 2 red handflares, 2 orange Handsmokes and 2 parachute rockets
Was £65.99 Now only £45.99

Finale Summer Series Topper Results.

A huge thankyou to all involved especially Greg, Adam and Allan C for the sailing bit, also a massive thankyou to Julie, Rose, Sue and Dave Hall for there help in the galley and to all the members who helped clear up afterwards. The Barbecue alone raise£42.00 towards funds.

Thanks

Faz

Toppers

I was on the GBR topper site and came across this
Overall out of the whole midlands :

James is 9th
I am 10th
Dan E is 14th
Robyn is 22nd
Matt V is 23rd
Megan 39th
Joe 44th
Andy 59th
Aimee and Dan V are joint 62nd

Out of an amazing 72!

Well done everyone.

But remember there are still three events left!

Its great to see so many Sutton names there so yet again well done!

George