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Battle of the Hikers 2023 at Rutland Sailing Club - Preview

by Michael Airey 18 Mar 2023 10:37 PDT
Are you ready for the Battle of the Hikers? © Michael Airey

A date for your diary, all you "Hikers"

The very popular Battle of the Hikers will take place on the 27th and 28th May 2023. Invitations have been sent to the following classes: RS Aero, Albacore, Blaze, D One, D Zero, Enterprise, Europe, Finn, Firefly, GP14, Graduate, H2, K1, Lark, Laser Merlin Rocket, National 12, OK, Phantom, RS100, RS200, RS300, RS400, Scorpion, Streaker, Solo, Supernova and Wayfarer.

Has anybody been left out? There will be six races over two days on a variety of courses in the "main pond" area of Rutland Water. 30+ boats are expected. The Graduates were the biggest class last time. Nick Craig sailing his OK was the overall winner.

Catering will be available throughout. There are five Motorhome spaces available with more space available in the field opposite the club.

Online entry is now open at www.rutlandsailingclub.co.uk/event/battle-of-the-hikers-3

You will be able to book an evening meal at the club closer to the event.

Please contact Michael Airey on / 07867 802062 if you have any questions, or the Club Office on 01780 411133.

See you in sunny May, "Hikers"

NOR available at www.rutlandsailingclub.co.uk/event/battle-of-the-hikers-3

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