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The Thames Sailing Club Keeler Division enjoys its well-attended series of events throughout the year as well as participating in other clubs’ races. The majority of members’ yachts are moored at Te Kouma Bay, on the western side of the Coromandel Peninsula.

The Keeler Summer Racing Series is held every second Saturday from January through to the end of April. Races start at 2.00pm from Heards Bay, Coromandel. This programme also includes popular cruises to various destinations. Don't hesitate to get in touch with Tony Burton on 021 337 484.

The Keeler Winter Racing Series is held every second Sunday, from the first Sunday in May until August. Races start at midday from Heards Bay, Coromandel. If a race is postponed due to weather conditions, it will be held the following Sunday. Don't hesitate to get in touch with Rex Sturmey on 07 868 3870.

 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR SUMMER AND WINTER RACE SERIES.

 

COURSE 1
Start Line
To Cow Island to port
To Calf Island to port
To finish line

COURSE 2
Start line
To Cow Island to port
Around Rangipukea Island to port
To finish line

COURSE 3
Start line
Around Cow Island to port
Around Rangipukea Island to port
Around Cow Island to starboard
To finish line

COURSE 4
Start line
Arpond Cow Island to starboard
Around Shag Rock (Motuokino) to starboard
To finish line

COURSE 5
Start line
Around Cow Island to starboard
Around Shag Rock (Motuokino)) to starboard
To Cow Island to port
To finish line

COURSE 6
Start line
Around Cow to starboard
To Rangipukea to port
To finish line

COURSE 7
Around Cow to starboard
Around Shag Rock (Motuokino) to starboard
To Rangipukea Island to port
To finish line

 

Download a printable Courses Map by Clicking on the image.



Download the 2024/25 Summer and Winter Series Keeler Racing Programme