Wednesday Evening Racing
Wednesday evening racing is a key part of our sailing calendar, providing a mix of competitive racing and social sailing for members of all abilities.
Schedule
- Start Time: Racing begins promptly at 18:30 PM.
- Number of Races: We aim for two back-to-back fleet races, each lasting approximately 25 minutes for the leading boat.
- Season: Wednesday evening racing runs from May until the end of September. See the club calendar for details.
Race Management
- Course Setting: Courses are typically set and displayed from the committee boat, ensuring varied and challenging racing.
- Race Formats: Handicap fleet races with a single start.
Participation
- Eligibility: All full sailing members are welcome to race. Visiting sailors may be granted temporary membership for the day.
- Sign-On Procedure: Competitors must sign on each race day using the form near the safety office.
- Boats: You can sail any monohull non-foiling dinghy with a valid Great Lakes handicap. Other craft may be raced with prior approval of the sailing committee.
Communication
- Notices and Updates: All race-related announcements, including schedule changes and important notices, will be posted on the DRSC Club Racing WhatsApp group. Members are encouraged to join and stay updated.
For full details see the Notice of Race (NoR) and Sailing Instructions (SIs)
We look forward to seeing you on the water and enjoying competitive, fun, and friendly Wednesday evening racing at Derwent Reservoir!
Last updated 12:49 on 9 March 2025