The Spring Diary will be distributed this week (18 May). It has been delayed a little because of Richard Estaugh’s untimely death. The Diary contains a tribute to Richard, a list of some of his sailing achievements and a poem by Bev Estaugh which was read at the thanksgiving service. Other Diary items include:-
- An article on a great Masters’ Championship at Ogston
- A report by Dave Staniforth on suggested modifications to the glass boat following a study by Ovington Boats design department.
- Fitting and evaluation of a fly away jib pole by Steve Blackburn.
- Attacking and defensive tactics article by Richard Critchley.
- Reports on Bloody Mary and Battle of Classes pursuit races.
- A beginners guide to the Broads by John Adcroft
- Some great colour photographs from the 2009 Masters’, 2008 Junior 12 Hour Race teams, and open meetings.