Whilst Saturday had had a good middle-rig breeze down the length of the lake at Fleetwood, the forecast wind for Sunday’s Windsor Trophy for IOM sailors was a more gentle breeze from the southeast. First arrivals at the club found that this was the wind direction but if anything it was less than gentle, with some big areas of smooth water in the lee of the buildings to the south of the lake. By race start, however, it had filled in somewhat and managed to gain in strength somewhat through the day. A two-lap course, trying to give at least some beating, was set and the thirteen competitors managed to make a reasonable job of difficult conditions, with swirls over and around the buildings giving some quite big changes in directions at times, as well as unexpected holes and gusts, leading to some “interesting” changes in order. First place was taken by Peter Baldwin with his Britpop, although he didn’t have things all his own way, with the top five sailors all getting victories. Second place went to John Shaman sailing a Vision, whilst third was Paul Middleton with his V12. Thanks to Sharon and Ian for taking the scores and Derek for organising the prizes (and the toast).
Fleetwood MYPBC 