With Trials now only a couple of weeks away, it is important that all sailors ensure that they have evidence that their equipment is fully compliant with class rules. At
Howth Yacht Club’s annual Brassed Off Cup is being held on its traditional day of Good Friday, which falls on 19th April of this year. This fun Optimist dinghy event
All Optimist boats racing in Snr and Jnr main fleet have to comply with Class Rules. This ensures the fairness of sailing for all and also ensures that all boats
The measurers are all willing to help out but certainly don’t want to be inundated the week before an event. If you need equipment measured please contact them as soon
IODAI TOP 10 RACING TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS Will Atkinson Have something to eat and drink before every race. Stand up and have a look up the beat before every start.
TOP 10 RACING TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS Fionn Jenkinson GOAL SETTINGSet your goals and make a complete plan of all the sailing you are going to do for the year. FITNESS TRAININGMake out
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IODAI Position Statement on the Regatta Fleet IODAI welcomes children 8-15yrs to the regatta fleet who are relatively new to sailing and racing. This fleet is designed to give your child coaching and