15Jun
25May
Family, Friends and Fiji
Family, friends and Fiji!
Inquiries are flying in for the inaugural Oceania Laser Masters Championship which will see the fleet take over the Denarau region of Fiji’s main island from the 13th to 26th of October this year.
So far eight countries are set to be represented for the two event regatta which includes the standard and radial rigs. Sailors from Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA, Hawaii, Thailand, Singapore and of course Fiji, are on the entry list to enjoy the tranquil surroundings and epic racing. Continue reading
16Feb
FIJI – Oceania Laser Masters Championships
Laser Masters Sailors get excited, the 2018 Oceania Laser Masters Championships are being held at the luxurious Sofitel Resort and Spa in Denaraua Island, Fiji.
Warm water, perfect breeze, absolute paradise !
Brand new Laser charter boats will be supplied for the event, limited to 100 boats.
Charter bookings are now open & will be on a first come first served basis, book early so you don’t miss out.
Entries are now being taken along with special Fly and Stay deals from Fiji Airways and Sofitel.
Check out the website for all details…………
9Jan
Report: Oceania and Australian Open Laser Championships 2018
Report: Oceania and Australian Open Laser Championships 2018
The Open Laser Championships for 2018 were held in Brisbane and hosted by the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron. A total of 175 Lasers competed across 4.7, Radial and Standard rigs in breezes ranging from 6 knots up to 20 knots gusts on windward – leeward courses. The days were hot with mostly good afternoon sea breezes and occasionally the threat of an afternoon thunderstorm. Although sailing was cancelled on one day due to a lack of breeze, eleven of the scheduled twelve races were completed. Continue reading
8Jan
Bruce Kirby appointed to Order of Canada
Bruce Kirby appointed to Order of Canada
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, has made 125 new appointments to the Order of Canada. The new member list includes 4 Companions (C.C.), 35 Officers (O.C.) and 86 Members (C.M.). Among the honorees was Bruce Kirby, C.M. (Ottawa, Ont. and Rowayton, Ct.) for his contributions to the world of sailing, notably for his internationally acclaimed sailboat designs.
Kirby has previously been inducted into the US National Sailing Hall of Fame (2012) and Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame (2014).
Created in 1967, the Order of Canada, one of our country’s highest civilian honours, recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. Close to 7 000 people from all sectors of society have been invested into the Order.
Their contributions are varied, yet they have all enriched the lives of others and have taken to heart the motto of the Order: DESIDERANTES MELIOREM PATRIAM (“They desire a better country”).
Appointments are made by the governor general on the recommendation of the Advisory Council for the Order of Canada.
http://www.sailingscuttlebutt.com/2018/01/02/bruce-kirby-appointed-order-canada/
8Jan
2018 ILCA Laser Worlds
Dear Laser Sailors
Important information for submitting applications to compete in Laser World Championships in 2018.
ILCA Laser World Championships events page:
https://sailing.laserinternational.org/
(1) Applications for entry for the following Laser World Championships will be accepted from Tuesday, 9 January through Tuesday, 20 February:
- 2018 ILCA Laser Radial Men’s World Championship
- 2018 ILCA Laser Under-21 World Championships
- 2018 ILCA Laser 4.7 Youth World Championships
Please ensure your sailors are aware that if they do not apply by the 20 February 2018 application deadline they may have little chance to receive an entry offer. Continue reading
8Jan
Laser Nationals
Posted in Championships and tagged laser nationals
Congratulations to all the winners at this years Oceania & Australian Laser Championships.
Another amazing event held at RQYS, enjoy the extended video below and check out all the results.
21Dec
Laser Class Rule Changes Approved
In 2017 there were four rule change proposals put forward before the ILCA class membership for vote. All four changes were approved by more than two-thirds of voting members in addition to being approved by the World Council, the Advisory Council and World Sailing, all of which are required in order to modify class rules.
Class Rule Changes Approved
Effective beginning 1 January 2018
1) Electronic Compasses
Rule 22 was changed to allow the use of certain electronic digital compasses that are not GPS Enabled. ILCA will maintain a list of approved compasses on the ILCA website as an interpretation to the Class Rules. This rule change was approved with 81% “Yes” votes.
Click here to see the electronic compasses that have been approved for use after 1 January 2018. Continue reading
11Dec
PSA Christmas Closing Dates
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE TEAM AT PSA.
PSA will be closed from Thursday 21st December 2017 and re opening on Monday 8th January 2018.
Last online orders will need to be in by Monday 18th December for dispatch before Christmas.
All online /email orders will be dispatched on our return on the 8th Jan.
PSA will be at Nationals and Youths @ RQYS over the holidays, if you need anything pop in and see us.
Have a safe and happy Christmas !
26Oct
Laser Race Upgrade – FREE during November !
