Written by: Anthony Galante

The Philippines Balladares and Chavez

 

Finally the 2011 Worlds began in a strong breeze of 18-22 knots with gusts up to 30 knots presenting challenges for the entire fleet. 

Race 1 was a great start, with the fleet not wanting to repeat the Black Flag Affair of the Australian Championships.  The Philippino pair of Balladares and Chavez got away boat end with great speed.  The new Australian Champions, Paul and Austin Taylor, threw immediately to port from their boat end start and were one of only 17 boats to go right as the rest of the fleet settled into charging out left to the first shift.

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Written by: Anthony Galante

Newsletter

11 October 2010

 

 

Newsletter No 7

Entries

Entries for the 2011 Worlds are now flowing in with the exciting news that we have our first Asian entries with 2 boats from the Phiippines.  One team is Ridgely Balladares and Rommel Chavez, aspiratants for the 470 Class at the London Olympics.  They have selected the Mirror Worlds as part of their desire to gain regatta experience.  The other team are emerging youth talent who have secured a scholarship to compete.

Remember entries are due by 1 November or you will incur a late fee.

Skippers and Crews Wanted

We are currently matching skippers and seeking crews and vice versa.  It is still not too late to make a decision to sail but let us know your needs at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Social Program

We wanted to let you know about the social program which we are finalising.  There will be 5 key events:

1. Australian Champions Welcome - 27 December 2010
2. Australian Championships Presentation BBQ - 30 December 2010
3. Worlds Opening Ceremony and New Years Eve Fireworks - 31 December 2010
4. IMCA AGM/ Junior Open Mic - 3 January 2011
5. Worlds Closing Ceremony and Crowning of the 2011 World Champion

The restaurant will be open every night for dinner. 

Things you must do when you are here:

• Visit Mount Romance one of our sponsors to have a first-hand look at the branch to bottle processing of Sandalwood, one of WA's oldest industries. 
• Learn about our whaling history at Whale World
• Take a cruise

Volunteers

If you are coming to the event and can volunteer in some way, let us know at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Regards Anthony Galante

Event Director