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Posted By: wildtoy

nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 04:34 AM

If there are any mosquito sailors circulating around in NSW could you please post up or pm me with your name club and sail number please

Thanks

William 1635 kurnell cc
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 10:33 AM

Its looking like Ben and myself are the only mossie sailors in NSW almost not worth trying to start an assoc. up here.
Im going to a few clubs this w/e to try and find some more, lets just hope there out.
Posted By: Peter_Foulsum

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 10:38 AM

Will,

I know that Lake Jindabyne has at least 2 Mozzies that are actively racing. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> It's just a bit far from Sydney. There is also 1 much further up the coast that had a couple of entries on the forum. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

Regards,

Peter
Posted By: Tornado_ALIVE

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 10:41 AM

I think you will find that yourself and Ben are the only 2 active Mossies in Sydney. You may find a boat here and there in rural NSW though.

As per phone conversation, I have a mast and a set of plans for you. Is the other mast for Ben??????
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 10:44 AM

yeah I think your talking about Ben We've already been out on the water together testing both boats.

Im sending an E mail to the secretary of lake jindabyne to try and get in contact with them. If I can get at least 5 or 6 to start off with we might be able to grow or at least have a state title to start off with, but I need information and contact details to get in contact with them.

thanks Peter
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 10:47 AM

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As per phone conversation, I have a mast and a set of plans for you. Is the other mast for Ben??????


Thanks for that Stephen much appreciated yeah the other mast is for Ben and Ive already contacted him about it, he might be coming down this w/e for it.

Had a look at your other post about the titles, some nice shots of you guys out there.
Posted By: Peter_Foulsum

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 10:55 AM

Will,

I just checked back through the forum threads and found the other NSW Mozzie; It's Joey from Ballina.

Regards,

Peter
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:02 AM

I think he was trying to sell his mossie last time I heard. Same problem as every one else up here no one to race against. When I start to race im going to be racing mainly against F18's Taipans and Nacra 14sq.
The closest Ive got to compete with is the nacra which is 1/2 a point slower on yardstick and is 14 foot, how embarrasing.
Im thinking once I learn to sail this mossie properly a kite's going to have to go on.
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:10 AM

You should contact the two guys selling the mozzies in the trading post and ask them to pass on your details to the lucky new owners...
Keep an eye out for more boats selling as well.
Good luck,, <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Peter_Foulsum

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:13 AM

Will,

Once you get the skinnaker up you'll really get some close attention. Everyone else might be a bit embarrased by their own performance particularly in light to medium wind strength.

Regards,

Peter
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:14 AM

I might be at pittwater on saturday, so I might see you there
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:17 AM

yeah Ive noticed Tim's been doing really well with his cat. Had a look at the kcc archives and in one regatta Tim did really well against every class of boat. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:36 AM

I would like to put faces to names this weekend with you and Ben but I work shift work and only have every second weekend off. I'll be there the following weekend weather permitting and also the weekend after which is the Bullets Regatta. I also need to try out my new trap harness as the Cheap Burke one I got with the boat isn't the best and as other people may verify a rope sling would be more comfortable.. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: soggy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:38 AM

Hi Will,
dunno about NSW, but does Canberra count? I have just completed a hull repaint [just in time for the Canberra Winter], and now with the weather warming up will take it for its first run this weekend on Lake Barely Tolerable, [otherwise known as Lake Burly Griffin.

Should be interesting, a bit of a step up from my Windrush. Just hope the crew [daughter] enjoys it.

Paul
Canberra
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/09/06 11:51 AM

I would say that canberra(act) would count if we want it to.
could you please pm me your name, sail number and contact info Mob, tele or email.

thanks Paul

William
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/10/06 08:54 AM

Rang up lake jindabyne and found 1 mossie sailing around there. So now that make 5 mossies in NSW. Just need to chase up the one's sitting on the front lawns
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/10/06 10:50 PM

Thanks to Tim I was able to collect a few extra names Which I have contacted them through email.

If we can get them on Board we should have the numbers to get the assoc. up and running.

Long way to go to get the numbers vic and sa have but its a start.

Thanks again Tim
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/15/06 10:09 AM

Have 7 names so far anymore inners from nsw/act?
Posted By: becjm

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/15/06 10:11 PM

Bandit I think its time you found a mozzie!!!!!
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/15/06 10:15 PM

I have it will be following my Nacra around the course.. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: dkd

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/16/06 12:38 AM


Guys,

There is a strong chance that I will be in NSW for a large part of next year....doing course.....and looking at bringing boat with me, planning on sailing somewhere so as to give me a day away from the books.

Where do you sail....and my boat should be rigged for spinnaker by the time I get there.

Also happy to help in whatever way I can to get things up and running.
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/16/06 12:52 AM

Where will you be staying?
This will probably effect your choice of club.
There is the Palm Beach Club on the Northern Beaches or the Port Kembla Sailing Club on the Southern Coast of the City.
Posted By: becjm

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/16/06 02:02 AM

That would be great. Im looking at getting a spi next year would love to check out any other mozzies.We definatly need help
BEN 654
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/16/06 05:36 AM

add another spinnaker to the fleet. After a ride on an f18 will definately be getting a spinnaker.
When the new boat is ready putting the kite straight on to it as well.
What about Kurnell CC on botany bay south sydney.
Thanks for that Dave might need all the help we can get at the moment
with all these spinnaker mossie's coming out What asr the hobies and nacra's gonna think when there waaaaay behind us <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />:):):).
Posted By: Tornado_ALIVE

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/16/06 05:57 AM

http://www.kcc.asn.au/

The Kurnell Catamaran Club Incorporated (KCC) was established in 1972 and encompasses off the beach racing and a cruising division. The Club sails most Sundays from September until May each year. Boats include:- Tornado, NACRAs, F18, F16, Taipans, Windrush, Maricat, Hobies, A Class, Stingrays, Mosquitos, Prindles and others. In addition the club has a considerable cruising division of larger catamarans. The Club also has on-site storage for boats long term. KCC has recently (2002-3) launched a new "state of the art" Webster's 5.2 metre aluminium boat with a high powered 90hp Yamaha outboard to act as "start boat" and "support vessel" from the commencement of the 2002-2003 season. KCC is a friendly, family oriented Sailing Club located on the corner of Prince Charles Parade and Ward Street, Kurnell (Near Bonna Point and opposite Silver Beach) on the shores of Botany Bay, Sydney, NSW Australia. 2231 Click here to go to the "Whereis Online" web site and then enter "Ward Street, Kurnell, NSW" to get a map of KCC's location.

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Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/16/06 09:39 AM

Nice Promo for the Kernell Club...

I unfortionatly don't know much about the Palm Beach Club as I am still a new member heres the Web Site

http://www.pcc.org.au/overview.shtml

And if you walk around the corner you might see Home and Away stars from time to time... <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 06:35 AM

well we just lost 1 person due to the mossie not being quick enough and unable to keep up with other 16ft cats. Just wondering if its any use trying to start an assoc. in nsw.
Posted By: becjm

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 07:44 AM

Hey Im still sailing the mozzie.
Who said the nacra was faster.
Mozzie won 2 out of three scratch!!!!!
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 08:20 AM

My Bad..
Ben did not sell his Mozzie as its the equivilant of him chopping off his left arm
Mozzie power is still strong and will prove to be a force to be reckoned with!! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Tornado_ALIVE

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 08:24 AM

Quote
well we just lost 1 person due to the mossie not being quick enough and unable to keep up with other 16ft cats.


A kite will fix that

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Just wondering if its any use trying to start an assoc. in nsw.


Cat / sloop rigged, it is a perfect platform to begin on. When you gain more knowledge, then a spinnaker can be added which will satisfy the most experienced skipper.

What other cat can you buy in OZ that will offer this for so few $$$$$. Very affordable spinnaker racing.
Posted By: becjm

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 08:29 AM

Yeah Mine cost less than a grand and is going strong.
I think that when people see a few racing in sydney with spi's they might join in.
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 08:51 AM

I'll join your ranks when the right boat comes along..
Posted By: PeterCobden

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 09:46 AM

I would not worry about someone saying the Mossie is not fast enough, it is not the boat for him. It is more about comparing apples with apples. All the faster 16ft cats I know also cost $5000 to $10,000 more. As for the Mossie being slow have a talk to some of the Taipan sailers at the Wild Cat Regatta and you will get a different story.
When you get the NSW Mossie association up and running again I for one will be happy to come sail with you.
If it is bang for your buck the Mossie does stack up.
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 11/28/06 09:59 AM

building a new mossie with a kite so Hopefully I give all these h16,taipans,nacras a run for their money. So I think this one should have more than enough punch.
Posted By: wildtoy

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/01/06 08:06 AM

I might have some one will to join the assoc. He wants to get rid of his prindle and sounds very eager about getting a mossie
Posted By: BEARD

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/15/06 05:14 AM

Am considering a Mozzie and would be interested in chatting a little more with you blokes from Sydney. Im located close to Botany Bay.
Drop me a line if you like.

steves@au.planit.com
Posted By: Bandit

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/23/06 12:07 AM

News on the NSW Association Development..

For a person who has never built a website, Will has put together NSW Mossie Association website and has done a great job in such a short period.
He has put together a good base and with more development expected the website will be a good source of information and should help facilitate the begginings of the NSW Association.

I recommend people bombard him with news and photos to help build more content.

Here is the Domain http://www.nswmossie.com/

Happy surfing.. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: mattaipan

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/23/06 03:55 AM

Hi Guys

This is great news and well done, its really good to see you working hard for your class.

Whats the interest like at this stage? Theres been a few people wanting to get in touch with you from what I've read.

Any progress on the building side of things?

Anyway keep it up, and keep the info coming.

Regards
Posted By: becjm

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/23/06 08:15 AM

Good work Will page looks good.
Posted By: Peter_Foulsum

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/23/06 09:53 AM

Will,

Excellent job with the website. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
Keep the info coming.

Regards,

Peter
Posted By: BiteMe

Re: nsw mossie sailors - 12/25/06 01:09 PM

Well done,

What your doing for the Mossie is a great service and spreading the gosple. There's a couple of paper tiger sailers here in Qld I'm trying to convert to the mossie, only time will tell.
All the best and I'll be keeping your web page as one of my Favourites.
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