Quick update, will post full report and results after final day Monday.
Ben & I have raced Sat & Sun.
Karl raced Sun.
Michael did not make it due to rudders being stolen from his boat this week.
I will be on my own Monday for final race as the others have to go home and have other committments.
Races have been triangle | sausage and short beat to finish and Toukley have handled a big fleet well. Up to 5 divisions with 2 for cats, monoslugs, juniors and the Nationals for International Canoe.
16ft plus division is Taipan, F18, Hobie Tiger 16 & 18, Tornado and us Mossies.
Ben has sailed well & is hard to beat. The difference between newer Kevlar boat and our timbers is clear.
Even with my spinnaker I have not been able to properly capitalise on advantage over Ben.
I have had some great reach and downwind legs in full flight with kite, out on trap and pushing the boat further than before. Absolutely adrenalin pumping stuff.
A few breakages of very simple parts on trapeze setup has put me out of 2 races and out of contention.
Weather has been great with sun and warmth. The wind has been variable - even within a race of 50 minutes we have had everything from 5 to 20 knots.
Racing has been strong and competetive with a good vibe on the water.
It has been great to meet & sail with others.
Full report later.
Cheers,