Sydney Regatta to go ahead
Following the fire at Middle Harbour Yacht Club, the organisers say the Sydney Harbour regatta will definitely start on timeIn light of the recent fire, Commodore of the MHYC John McCuaig sent a clear message: "The Club itself suffered little more than water damage and the Sydney Harbour Regatta is definitely going ahead."
To be held over the weekend of March 7-8, entries for the 10th anniversary of NSW's largest sailing regatta have passed the 150 mark. The Club is hoping for 200 by the end of the week and has extended late entries to midnight Tuesday February 24.
"We want to celebrate the 10th anniversary in style. We have some new sponsors, fabulous prizes and would love to see a big turnout for the farewell to Sydney’s warm weather racing," the Commodore said.
An abundant Super 30 entry will spark stimulating competition, while others will enjoy the competition in the NSW Championships across the Yngling, VX-One (OD), J/70 and Cavalier 28 classes. The usual stoush is expected amongst the Adams 10s, the Historic 18ft skiffs and X-Yachts, while the International 5.5 Metre and J/70s will compete as separate classes for the first time.
SKUD 18 gold and silver Paralympic medallist Dan Fitzgibbon will reveal his latest sailing escapade with the aptly named Another Challenge in the Performance Class (Spinnaker). Fitzgibbon chose the Sydney 38 for the first Integrated disAbled Sailing (IdS) program which he launched at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club in February 2013.
Fitzgibbon has long dreamed of the challenge of able-bodied and crew with disabilities blending together on one boat. Originally owned by yachting legend Lou Abrahams, the Sydney 38 has been adapted and according to Fitzgibbon, "Anyone with a severe disability can use this technology, but this is the first time it’s been used in this way."
Members and guests are encouraged to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Sydney Harbour Regatta and take part in the Club’s beach barbecues, drinks, live entertainment from party band Peppermint Jam on Saturday from 4.30pm and a raffle prize from Helly Hansen drawn on the Sunday.
Online entry and Notice of Race at: www.shr.mhyc.com.au/
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