Enterprise Open at Newbiggin by the Sea Sailing Club

Newbiggin Sailing club held their Enterprise 'Cock of the North' Open Meeting Sponsored by Speed Sails over the week-end 21st / 22nd June 2003. The conditions were interesting with bright sunshine on both days and temperatures in the lower 20’s. There was lots of activity on in and under the water.

14 boats competed in the event from as far afield as Hallamshire, Berwick, Bassenthwaite and Tynemouth.

Racing on Saturday started on time on a good triangular course set out side of the bay in favourable weather conditions with a light wind of about a 2 from the South East.

On the first beat Chris and Al Fry were first to reach the windward mark, closely pursued by the second and third boats (Phil Gebhard/Amy Fayers and Neal Piper/Sue Wright). The remaining race saw the fleet split into several small groups having interesting tussles and exchanging places frequently. The winners of the first race were Chris and Al Fry who maintained the lead from the start.

After a good breakfast on Sunday morning in the galley we went out to sail the second race in a completely different set of conditions from the previous day. The wind was from the South East force 3 with a rising swell. Chris and Al quickly established an un-assailable lead going on to win with Neal and Sue coming second and Phil and Fay third. There was good racing within the fleet.

After an excellent lunch conditions had deteriorated with a wind strength of force 4+ and big waves which promised an interesting third and final race. Neal Piper finally took first place with Dave second and Ian third. Racing on the down wind legs was very exhilarating especially when surfing down the big waves.

It was good to see some of our cadet members, Amy and Fay Fayers and Graham Birch sailing over the weekend.

A good sail was had by all, thanks to all competitors and those who helped on the day to make this a splendid weekend.

Overall Results: (3 races, 1 discard)