Match Racing: Another DAC Attack

If there's one thing that can be said about this weekend: It was another weekend for the books! I won't say to remember because I don't know how many people will...

With an experienced sailor wind on the Saturday, it left much to be desired in what felt like below zero degrees in water temperature. Cape Town's Clifton had some tough competition. With postponement of racing for the day meant that there was some crazy cats out on the water playing with their asymmetrical spinnakers on the rebels.
One would think hot showers and OBS were on the agenda for that night but not at a DAC attack. Tequila reigned supreme claiming more than the odd victim. One can't forget the beautiful marinades for the evening - and no, not the meat marinade which you are thinking but rather the "beautiful" voices that could be heard through closed doors and windows a kilometer away (normally known as serenades).

With a great party on the Saturday and a few amazing green hulks the next morning (not as strong), it was time for what was to be a great day of sailing. The first boats off the beach and on the water, the wind had it's moments. First race and already one capsize (in little breeze). With it seemingly slow and 20races to get through courses were shortened when big leads were apparent.
As the wind picked up nearing the end of the regatta, there were further capsizes and a few resigning victories.
The winner of pool A and B lead a tight and edge of seat race. Between Robinson brothers Ricky and Brennan there was plenty nail biting action with novice crew (Mary and 'James Dean') being thrown into steep competition.

Final Positions                    Pool A                                                      

1                     Ricky & 'James Dean' (Overall Winner)      

2                     Chris & Ashleigh                                        

3                     Caitlin & 'Wandile'                                    

4                     John & Poonam      

5                     Gina & Lauren        

                                       Pool B

1                      Brennan & Mary (Overall 2nd)

2                      Jay & Charnelle

3                      Brad & Natalie

4                      Draw - Mike & 'Harrison Ford'
                                    David & 'Jemsquash'
                                  

The biggest thanks to our Hosts DAC for making yet another memorable event for Wits. Thanks to the Bridge & Rescue Boat for taking time off your weekend, the kitchen and bar for the amazing food and drinks lastly to UKZN for travelling up to the Vaal to take part in an awesome sailing weekend.

With much learnt and plenty injuries it was an awesome break.

Till next time
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