A few more pics from PSC's Pirate day.

The sun shone and while the wind could have done with blowing a little more consistently and make the sailing more interesting, we didn't scare anyone. Paddles were required at times to keep moving the way we wanted but nobody seemed to mind too much. The treasure was all found and the burgers all eaten enthusiastically.
It just proves you don't need to be under 18 to wear a silly outfit! Well done guys!

Perth Pirate Day At Perth Sailing Club A Great Success

The weather was very kind as the forecast had been miserable. In the event it was a stunning day but a wee bit more wind would have helped!!

It was all hands to the pump as the day was a great success with lots of families with child pirates came along. Everybody was taken on the water in either a dingy or the safety boats and in a lot of cases it was both!!

Many thanks to all of the club members who came along to help and special thanks to:
Andrew & Annette
Bill
Oliver
Robin
Audrey
Eric
John

For all their hard work before, during and after the event

Great to see so many boats on the water filled to the gunnel's with visitors!! 

Battling The Water Flow On The Tay

After heavy rain further upstream in the catchment area of the River Tay, resulted in a large volume of water moving down the river.

The light winds at the start of the race soon vanished and the competitors were left fighting for every scrap of wind or movement. Remember that movement of a boat will cause lift and therefore further motion.

It takes a great deal of skill to sail in such light conditions so hats off to all the competitors !

Pirates ahoy!!!

Don't forget our pirate open day this Sunday 10am till noon. Free to pirates of all ages so polish that hook and shake the woodworm from your peg leg and head for Perth Sailing Club. Have a sail or just a look around. Refreshments available BBQ etc.

A great barbecue was enjoyed by members at Perth Sail;ing Club on Saturday evening as the sun went down over the city and Friarton Bridge. For those of you who have not been to one of these, the club supplies burgers, sausages etc while members provide a salad or sweet.

While the social function was predictable, the sailing proved a real test for entrants. Saturday was sunny with rather much wind for some in the gusty conditions, while Sunday was dull with very little wind. As the day continued, the wind got lighter, the rain started and the tide began to ebb.

What Do You Do On A Sunday Morning?

0930 yesterday saw me down at Perth Sailing Club, Lairwell near Perth getting ready for the annual Tow Back Race.

The race is very straight forward in that it starts at Perth Sailing Club and then it's fastest down the River Tay to the finish line which is decided on the day depending on weather conditions.

Yesterday was a fine day in that it was not raining, the sun on occasions broke through the clouds, and there was a fair Easterly wind coming up the river so at least the boats could sail.

Five boats started what is one of the longer and more challenging races organised by Perth Sailing Club. Due to the physical length and the probable spread of the fleet, two safety boats are deployed to ensure the best possible safety cover.

The outbound leg took approx an hour so this video has been chopped significantly but take a look at the skill, stamina and experience required to do this sort of event:

We were third over the line and third on handicap which is a fab result for us and I was home by 1pm with the rest of Sunday ahead!!

So if you fancy giving this a go, come down to Perth Sailing Club any time or pop along for the Open Day on the 26th of August 2012

The Variety of Boats Sailing with Perth Sailing Club

Sailing in the River Tay just down from the beautiful City of Perth in Scotland has it challenges and this is reflected in the variety of boats that actively sailing at the club.

We cater for and welcome all ages:

We are hosting an Open Day with Taster sessions on the 26th of August so please feel free to come down and give it a go!

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A New Member Makes a Stylish Entrance

One of the latest craft to join Perth Sailing Club is an RS 1000

All levels of craft and members are most welcome so why not pop down on the 26th of August for a wee taster ??

What A Rush!

My first time in an International 14

I am still very much a learner and currently sail an old 420, sometimes with a crew but mostly solo.

When Oliver Williams asked me if I fancied crewing from him in Rhubarb & Custard his International 14, I jumped at the chance to broaden my sailing skills and experience.

Oliver did explain that there were some major differences between his boat and my dingy but I thought yeah yeah I can sail, bring it on.

Boy was I wrong!! I worked so very very hard and I have never sailed in a boat with a spinnaker, never mind operated one.

Oliver was kind and patient and we survived the first race.

The video shows my down-fall in the second race.

Would I do it again?  Totally and I highly recommend this experience to everybody.

Will Oliver be asking me to crew again in the  near future - I doubt it!!

Perth Sailing Club Open Day 26th August 2012

Perth Pirate Day 26th August 2012

Perth Sailing Club is holding a very special Perth Pirate Day on Sunday 26th August.

All activities and events are free with a prize for the best dressed child pirate!!

Free sailing taster events, BBQ (£3), high speed rides in one of our power boats and much more!

Everybody Welcome

Sunny Sailing On the Stunning River Tay

Last night was one of those stunning evenings on the River Tay when messing about in boats is just a must!

Photo by J A Ferguson

Sunshine

After a missed day of rain and no wind, Tuesday saw great sailing again at Perth SC

Another view on Sunday

A ship heading seaward from Perth harbour carves a passage through the dinghy fleet at Perth SC on Sunday. Thanks to Carol Raeburn for this.

Ben Ainsley Inspires Perth Sailing Club Members

K- "I wonder what Ben Ainsley would do here?"
P- "If he was this far from the front of the fleet, I recon he would walk the plank!"

(for more about PSC's Pirate Day, see www.perthsailingclub.org.uk )

And now for the inside view!

Guess who own's these knees??

Perth Sailing Club Committee News from 24th July 2012

Committee News

The committee held a meeting on 24th July when they were told that the conversion kit for the new engine had been purchased, but not yet fitted to the Lady Ann as Eric is waiting for a copy of the manual for fitting it. This will be done as soon as this is available.
A discussion took place over the future of the [unreliable] Johnson engine. It was felt that due to the age of the Mariner engine it would be sensible to sell both of the two stroke engines and buy a new four stroke engine for the yellow safety boat. This would simplify our requirements for fuel for the boats.
We agreed that an 0830 start for our open ‘Pirate Day’ on Saturday was too early and that we would have it on the Sunday, starting at 1000, with a lunchtime BBQ. Members will be told about this and efforts will be made to attract anyone in the area to the club. The details will be thrashed out at the next meeting after the Regatta.
Bob has agreed to run a mini course for a couple of people who are keen to get their RYA dinghy certificates, rather that make them wait until next year when they might well have gone elsewhere.
The bar takings and BBQ  were swelled by the visit of boats from the Arbroath club visiting Perth on the 14th.
If anyone has any ideas for a guest speaker at the prize giving dinner, could they get in touch with Audrey or any committee member.
Malcolm Moore.

Latest from Lairwell - Home of Perth Sailing Club

The Dewar Series starts at Perth SC this weekend. Ten races over five days from Saturday till Wednesday with the best six to count. Sponsorship from John Dewar & Sons Ltd, whisky distillers. Cheers!!

For more info on Pirate Day  26th August see www.perthsailingclub.org.uk