Sponsored by Alverbank Sails, Harken, Pinnell and Bax, North Sails, Selden, Speed Sails, Winder Boats and the Dorset Brewing Company.
The 63 boat fleet launched in bright sunshine with the promise of 11 Knots of breeze. After some slow progress across the harbour breeze was found in Weymouth Bay. That was as good as it got! The enthusiasm of the wind not meeting the enthusiasm levels of the fleet. After 3 hours a sensible racing breeze had not materialised, so tow ropes came out of tanks and the fleet were taxied back to shore.
Tonight helms and crews have the legendary buddy night sponsored by the Dorset Brewery Company to enjoy. Racing continues tomorrow, with 3 races are scheduled.
