Race 5 of the winter series was a gloomy day with a light NE breeze for the 8 yachts that braved the conditions.
The decision was made to start off with the short course around Cow and Calf and back to the start finish line with the possible extension of around Rangipukea if the wind was helpful enough. Div B started 10mins ahead of Div A with 4 yachts in each div. Spinnakers were the order of the day heading for Cow except for Dizzys and December Sun. I believe the skipper of Dec Sun was a little reluctant to try his luck with a spinnaker just yet.
Wright One, Maku and Dawn Song were the first to Cow and as we cleared the harbour a black sky to the north had the race committee checking the rain radar and it was seen that a large rain mass was headed our way so the short course was confirmed .
Maku beat Wright One to the finish with Dawn Song hard on her heels, then Trifecta with a close finishing group of Anitra, Dec Sun and Moon Shadow with Dizzys yacht last.
Dont forget AGM for TSC on the 26th and we’ll see you all again on the 27th for the next race.
Blue skies, Rex
