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THE BRIDGE FEATURES ROWING EVENTS | PROMOTIONS 4 Calendar 12 From the Archives 26 Head of Shing Mun 35 On the Horizon 6 Commodore’s Message 14 Hong Kong Race Week 36 F&B Food Promotions 8 General Manager’s Message 20 VRC Race Series – Race 2 37 Wine Page 10 Kellett Island Development MARINE 39 Wine Form 28 Marine | Boatyard SAILING 29 Ship Shop 22 Starter’s Box 31 Classified Page CLUB LINES 24 Sail Development | Training 32 Marine Directory 40 Club Directory 25 Adult Dinghy Open Day 40 Members, Staff and Other and Approved Helm Lists Drive News and Announcements OTHER SPORTS 42 New Members Cocktail Party 34 Golf PHOTO: RHKYC / GUY NOWELL

www.rhkyc.org.hk Hong Kong Race Week Vice Patrons Jimmy Farquhar, Li Fook Hing, Bob Wilson; Commodore Mark Whitehead; Vice Commodore Robert Stoneley; Rear Commodore Sailing Anthony Day; Rear Commodore Club John Woo; Honorary Secretary Charlie Manzoni; Honorary Treasurer George Li; Rowing Captain Ng Kong Wan. For other Club contact details please refer to the Club Directory on page 40. Advertising or Editorial Enquiries contact RHKYC PR Department at [email protected] or 2239 0307 or 2239 0312 Ahoy! Design Michelle Shek, MYND Design. Articles for Ahoy! can be emailed to [email protected] or left in the Ahoy! pigeon hole at Kellett Island. The Club reserves the right to edit articles. All opinions expressed in this publication are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect the views of the General Committee of the RHKYC. Copies of the magazine are available at Reception and to view the e-version of the magazine (and back copies) go to the RHKYC website. MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

Steak Promotion MATCH RACING California Insurance HKRNVR Memorial Vase in the Compass Room 1 to 30 April CLASS RACING DINGHY RACING Match Racing Series presented by Old Mutual Burgers in the Bistro with Adult Beginners selected items at Sailing Course 16 to 24 March Saturday 30 April Middle Island and Shelter Cove 1 to 30 April Shelter Cove Wine Fair Steps 1,2,3,4 and Go Optimist

The Bridge The HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Youth Intro to Laser Youth 29 Clinic Youth Keelboat Crew and Skipper Course 1 2 3

J/80 Crew Course Steps 1,2,3,4 and Kellett Island Wine Fair Gérard Bertrand Wine Dinner Steps 1,2,3,4 and MATCH RACING DINGHY RACING APRIL Steps 1,2,3,4 and Go Optimist in the Compass Room Go Optimist CLASS RACING Go Optimist HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Go Sailing Go Sailing Youth Intro to Racing Youth Optimist Steps 1,2,3,4 and Supervised Sailing Session Racing Clinic Go Optimist Steps 1,2,3,4 and Go Optimist HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Youth Intro to Racing Youth Intro to Racing Youth Optimist Youth Optimist 4 5 Racing Clinic 6 Racing Clinic 7 8 9 10

Adult Beginners Adult Beginners CALIFORNIA INSURANCE Sailing Course Sailing Course MATCH RACING HONG KONG NATIONAL CHAMPS CLASS RACING Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Beginners Sailing Course

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Adult Beginners Petaluma Wine Dinner CALIFORNIA INSURANCE Sailing Course in the Compass Room MATCH RACING INTERNATIONAL REGATTA Adult Beginners CLASS RACING DINGHY RACING Sailing Course Adult Beginners Adult Beginners Sailing Course Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session Supervised Sailing Session

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PVOCC Course PVOCC Course Supervised Sailing Session HKRNVR MEMORIAL VASE PRESENTED BY PVOCC Course OLD MUTUAL Adult Beginners Sailing Course

25 26 27 28 29 30 Steak Promotion Burgers Wines and Beer of the Month Compass Room Bistro with selected items at Middle Island and Shelter Cove Viña Errazuriz Max Reserva Chardonnay 2014 – Aconcagua Costa, Chile Viña Errazuriz Max Reserva Merlot 2013 – Aconcagua Valley, Chile Corona Extra (355ml) 1 to 30 April 1 to 30 April

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The Rothschild family has a remarkable history that dates Sebastien Josse, skipper of the Multi70 Edmond de back over 250 years and their association with competitive Rothschild Gitana XV, the latest in the Edmond de Rothschild sailing, which began in 1876, is truly unique. For almost 140 Group’s dynasty of offshore trimaran racers and winner of years, « Gitana » has conjured up images of a line of boats, the 2013 Transat Jacques Vabre competition, secured an which tell of a family passion that has constantly been impressive 3rd place in the 2014 Route du Rhum. driven by the pursuit of excellence. The Rothschild’s are The victory was widely hailed by his peers, given the boldness continuing a tradition based on expertise and innovation, of his feat: striking out alone on the Atlantic against 30-metre performance and beauty, a history where each generation and bigger trimaran maxis while skippering an offshore has left its own remarkable imprint. Baron Benjamin de multihull equipped for the first time with T-foil rudders. Rothschild, Chairman of the Edmond de Rothschild Group, has inherited his family’s keen passion for the sport. Creating Aided by this spirit of innovation and cutting-edge the Gitana Team in 2000, he transformed a family passion technology, the Gitana Team has now set a new challenge into a school of excellence and has been actively involved in for itself: taking part in the next Vendée Globe competition, their success ever since. starting on 6 November, with a new Imoca-class boat.

Edmond de Rothschild Group is proud to be the Official Wealth Management Partner of the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. Edmond de Rothschild Group has been named the title sponsor of both the Spring and Autumn Regattas as a new Regatta Series.

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I hope you all enjoyed your Easter break. It was marvellous to have such a successful Boase Cohen & Collins Inter-School Sailing Festival at Middle Island over the weekend of 12 and 13 March, with 22 teams entering from 13 different schools. I was delighted to be able to make the presentations at the prizegiving, and would like to take this opportunity to

The Bridge The thank Boase Cohen & Collins for their generous HK$5,000 sailing scholarships to each of the winning Pico and Feva teams. This event, and the scholarships, were a real boost to youth sailing in Hong Kong. I also thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the Rolex China Sea Race which started on 23 March, with a fabulous line-up of 33 boats on the start line. A full report on this race will appear in the May issue of Ahoy!. I am now looking forward to the California Insurance Match Racing Nationals on 16 and 17 April, and welcoming overseas match racing teams and officials to the International Match Racing Regatta, which will be held over the weekend of 22 to 24 April. On 30 April it’s the final event of the Old Mutual Top Dog Trophy Series, the HKRNVR Memorial Vase. This will be a good warm-up for the EFG Nations’ Cup which takes place on 1 May, and following that is a public Commodore Mark Whitehead holiday ensuring that everyone has time to recover. 會長韋浩德 My sincere congratulations to all our Sharks sailors who took part in Hong Kong Race Week, held at Middle Island from 17 to 21 February. In particular they deserve our admiration for the grit and determination they showed by competing in the extreme weather conditions we experienced on the Sunday. A full report on this event appears on page 14. At the time of writing five of our Sharks members – Duncan Gregor, Thorwen Uiterwaal, Dolf Hendriksen, Matt Clark and Abbey Hammond – are about to head off to the ASAF Youth Sailing Cup 3 in Singapore as part of the HKSF Optimist Squad, so I wish them all good sailing and fair winds! The rowing and paddling season has started with excellent spirit. The senior rowing team provided a great show at the Head of Shing Mun River with both men and women winning by a large margin. And the Dragon Boat team had more than 80 members in the season kick-off Bai San ceremony. More news to come from this section as they gear up for the busy spring and summer schedule. Our youth rowing programme continues to go from strength to strength and currently provides coaching to eight of the top schools in town, with more in the pipeline. We have also now extended our school coaching services to dragon boating. The Kellett Island Development is coming along nicely and the Ship Shop will open later this month. We have unfortunately found we are faced with a problem that may slow down the conversion of the Bowling Alley and expansion of the Bistro, and I report further on this on page 10. Finally, may I just remind members again that our Annual General Meeting will be held at 1800hrs on 14 June. If you would like to put forward names to be considered by the Nominating Committee please obtain the necessary forms from the website or from the General Manager’s office. The completed forms should then be submitted to the General Manager’s office by the deadline of 19 April.

相信大家都有個愉快的復活節假期。 布高江校際帆船節在3月12至13日順利舉行，共有22隊來自13間學校的選手參賽。我有幸出席頒獎禮致辭，感 謝布高江律師行慷慨解囊，送出帆船獎學金予 Pico 和 Feva 型帆船組冠軍，每組五千元。不論帆船節，或是獎 學 金 都 有助 推 動 香 港少 年 帆 船 發 展。 另外，我亦很高興參加了3月23日開始的勞力士中國海帆船賽，和三十多支精英船隊一同啟航，詳情會刊登於下 期《Ahoy!》。 4月16至17日的加洲保險全國帆船對抗錦標聯賽教人十分期待，另外4月22至24日的國際帆船對抗錦標賽將有 不少海外選手參加。 先機國際Top Dog盃帆船聯賽最後一場賽 — HKRNVR 紀念盃帆船賽將於4月30日舉行，而EFG民族盃賽則會 緊次其後，於5月1日舉行，兩天比賽過後，正好有一天公眾假期休息。 在此衷心恭喜 Sharks 少年帆船隊，在2月17至21日的香港帆船賽週表現出色，詳情可看第14頁。執筆之時，五 名Sharks隊員 — Duncan Gregor、Thorwen Uiterwaal、Dolf Hendriksen、Matt Clark 和 Abbey Hammond 即將起程往新加坡，以香港帆船運動總會樂天帆船隊員身份參加ASAF青年盃帆船賽3（ASAF Youth Sailing C u p 3 ）， 謹 祝 他 們 順 風 順 水 ！ 划艇賽季剛開始便有好消息，我們的資深賽艇隊在城門長途賽男女子組大獲全勝，另外龍舟隊有八十多人出席 了開季拜神儀式。春夏季開始後，賽艇方面會有更多比賽、更多消息更新。 青年賽艇培訓計劃發展理想，現已有八間精英學校成為計劃成員，我們的教練會為該校學生提供賽艇訓練，未 來會推廣至更多學校。除了賽艇，我們亦開始在學校教授龍舟。 吉列島工程大致順利，全新 Ship Shop 即將於月內開幕，不過保齡球場和擴充 Bistro 的工程有所延誤，詳情 請 看 第 1 0 頁。 最後，提提大家，今年選舉大會於6月14日（星期二）傍晚6時正舉行。如欲向提名委員會推薦合適人選，請到本 會網頁或向總經理辦公室索取表格，並於4月19日前填妥交回。

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General Manager’s Message

I hope you all enjoyed Easter and took full advantage of everything the Club had to offer. It was good to see so many members enjoying Good Friday at Middle Island with fun and games for the children, as well as the traditional Easter Lunch Buffet and Egg Hunt in the Compass Room. Congratulations to all who competed in the Rolex China Sea Race and it was magnificent to see the start out in the harbour once more with the iconic Hong Kong skyline as a backdrop. The Bridge The As has been reported in the magazine previously, the Kellett Island Development has been progressing very well. We have however encountered an issue recently that affects the planned programme for the conversion of the Bowling Alley into new function rooms and the refurbishment and expansion of the Bistro. An update from the Commodore is available on page 10 of this edition and includes the details and alternatives being considered at the time of publication of this edition of Ahoy!. As the plans progress and are finalised we will of course keep members informed through weekly emails and future editions of Ahoy!, together with notices at the Clubhouse.

General Manager Mark Bovaird The pool is once again fully open, and is now available for swimming, until 2000hrs. (Members may be 總經理布馬克 requested to vacate the pool earlier in the case of a private party or a Club function being held at the poolside but plenty of advance notice will be given.) Starting on 1 April we have a great steak promotion coming up in the Compass Room while the burger promotion will continue in the Bistro until the end of the month. Also in the Compass Room we have a Gérard Bertrand Wine Dinner and a Petaluma Wine Dinner on 7 and 21 April respectively, and The Grace Notes make a welcome return on Monday 11 April. Planning ahead, please mark in your diaries Middle Island Day on Monday 2 May – this event is usually held on 1 May but we have changed the date this year to avoid clashing with EFG Nations’ Cup – luckily 2 May is a public holiday. Also in May we are offering a new class in the pool – Aqua Fitness. This is aimed at everyone regardless of fitness level, age, gender or ability! Full details are on page 35. Members who have any comments or suggestions to make will be pleased to know that the Club Suggestion Books are now online and can be accessed through the home page. Just click on the link at the top right-hand corner of the home page and enter your suggestion or feedback in the suggestion book for the relevant Clubhouse. As we approach the warmer and sunnier summer weather I would like to remind members that their guests are not permitted to bring dogs to Middle Island at weekend and public holidays, and that in the interests of the enjoyment of all members, all dogs must be kept under control and on their leads at all times. Last but not least, the RHKYC Charity Foundation is recruiting native English-speaking volunteers to help to run an English language programme for underprivileged children. If you are interested in committing your time to help with this worthy initiative, please email [email protected] to register your interest.

復活節快樂。今年有不少會員帶小朋友到中途島參加 Good Friday 活動，以及到 Compass Room 享用自助午 餐和尋找復活蛋。復活節期間舉辦的勞力士中國海帆船賽亦圓滿結束，開賽時維多利亞港千帆並舉的場面相當 壯 觀。

之前提及，吉列島工程進展理想，不過最近出現變數，改建保齡球場成會議室和擴充翻新 Bistro 的工程會受影 響。現時我們正研究其他方案，詳情請參閱第10頁。當有定案後，我們會於每週通訊和《Ahoy!》公佈，亦會在會 所 張 貼 告 示。

泳池現已重開，開放時間至晚上8時。（若泳池當日有活動須提早關閉，我們會預先通知會員。）

四月開始，Compass Room 再次推出精選牛排菜單，Bistro 則繼續有漢堡推廣。另外，Gérard Bertrand 和 Petaluma 品酒晚宴分別於4月7和21日舉行，The Grace Notes 合唱團則會於4月11日再度到 Compass Room 演 唱。

為免跟5月1日的民族盃帆船賽撞期，今年的中途島開放日改於5月2日（星期一）舉行，恰好兩天都是公眾假 期。另外由五月起，我們會在泳池開辦全新的水中健身訓練，任何人不論體能、年齡和性別都可參加，詳情請 看 第 3 5 頁。

如會員對本會有意見或建議，歡迎到網上意見書發表，有關連結（「Club Suggestion Books」）在本會網站首頁 的 右上 角。

天氣漸暖，特別提提大家，會員的朋友不能在週末和公眾假期帶狗隻到中途島會所，另外為他人著想，請時刻用 頸帶牽引狗隻。

最後，香港遊艇會慈善基金會正招募以英語為母語的義工，向弱勢社群兒童教導英文，若你有興趣參與，請電郵 至 [email protected]。

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Dear fellow members,

As previously reported in Ahoy!, the first two phases of the Kellett Island Development Project are progressing well. We will be opening the new building at the end of April, bringing the new Ship Shop, sail lockers, squash courts and administration offices / staff facilities into use.

Work on the new integrated central kitchen and first phase of the male and female members’ changing rooms in the Central Block is near completion and the new East Wing extension with the new bowling alley and gym is visibly growing by the day.

As with any project however, there are always elements that are impossible to predict until the construction work actually commences. This is particularly the case with projects of this scale and complexity; managing as we have, completely new-build elements with others which involve extensive work in and around an older building.

Unfortunately, 16 months into our project as we prepare to commence the final phase of the development, we have just encountered our first unforeseen and significant issue – the structural integrity of the west-facing wall of the (current) bowling alley.

To give you some background: before embarking on the project we undertook some trial pits in the area of the Bistro Terrace and also exposed the underlying masonry in a number of areas on the wall to try and understand the nature of the wall. Based on these inspections, we had originally understood it would be relatively easy to enlarge the existing windows to create doors leading onto a new west-facing balcony. More recent inspections have, however, identified issues with the existing brick wall structure that mean it cannot provide the necessary strength required and we must replace some parts with new reinforced concrete columns. This more invasive work will have a knock-on effect on the originally phased closure

10 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! and refurbishment of the Bistro vaults and the finishing of the new Central Block. The Project Steering Committee has been working closely over the last Kellett Island Development few weeks with our project managers, the architects and contractor to identify ways in which we can tackle this situation and core to all considerations has been how this can be achieved with the minimum amount of intrusion to members’ enjoyment of our facilities – as well as Feature | reducing the amount of time the works will take to complete. Needless to say, the project team has also been very focused on balancing these considerations against any cost impacts. Cautious and mindful deliberation of all the options is still ongoing Kellett IslandKellett Development but it looks like the best course of action is to close the Bistro entirely for a period of time to allow the Bistro and bowling alley wall work to be completed as quickly as possible – a course of activity which will minimise the overall duration of the project. We are very conscious that it will have a significant impact on members’ use of the Club and we will mitigate this as much as possible by providing alternative dining options in other areas of the Club such as the poolside, Main Lawn and Chart Room, and the new bowling alley when it is ready, so that we will not be without a casual dining venue altogether. The structural work on the west-facing wall will also trigger the closure of the existing bowling alley – however this was always part of the original project plan as we need to carry out the work required to move our current facility into its new home in the East Wing Extension and create the new function rooms in its place. The good news is that we will be able to provide additional temporary indoor and outdoor Bistro facilities in the new bowling alley and Waterside areas as soon as that building has been completed. We will then go back and install the bowling equipment once the refurbished and enlarged Bistro work has been completed. We had hoped to publish the final plan with timelines in this issue of Ahoy! but deliberations continue to ensure we reach the best possible solution and regrettably we have reached our printing deadline without having a final conclusion. We will keep members informed by email as to the final plan and the changes to facilities and access around the Clubhouse. FinCom has been monitoring the Club’s finances and projections very carefully and the project team has been keeping a very tight control over the project’s budget, so please be assured that we can manage through this impact. The Main Bar, Compass Room and swimming pool will remain open and unaffected throughout the works on the Bistro and the facilities at both Shelter Cove and Middle Island will also be unaffected by the Bistro closure. Particularly with regards to Middle Island on weekdays, we hope that members will make the most of its facilities during the Bistro closure as it really is a wonderful alternative at both lunchtime and in the evenings for casual dining. The General Committee and Club management fully appreciates the support which you, the members, have given the project to date. We recognise that this news is unwelcome and disappointing but trust that we can continue to rely on your support as we enter this very challenging period. A lot of members have given a lot of time and a lot of effort into keeping the project on track so it is particularly frustrating for them that we should encounter such an issue so late in the development programme. We must however look forward - ultimately we are creating some excellent new facilities which you will be proud of. I for one am very excited at the prospect of the first phase of the project completing and the new Ship Shop, squash courts and sail lockers opening very soon.

Yours sincerely,

Mark Whitehead From top: Sail lockers; Ship Shop interior; Squash courts taking shape; Commodore New meeting room

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From the Archives ►RECENT pRICE REdUCTION The Prizegiving 6 June 1949 Feature | From the Archives the From

6th June 1949. Ladies and Gentlemen, SPIRIT 87' 3" (26.59m) :: Nautor's Swan :: 1991/2014 :: US$1,250,000 It is a very great pleasure to extend a very warm welcome to At Chinese New Year, the Club Nautica de Macao invited Members of Bart Kimman :: Hong Kong :: +852 9759 7845 :: [email protected] Mrs. Madden and to thank her for kindly consenting to present the prizes. the Club to visit them and we responded to this invitation in full force. We are also very glad to have Admiral Madden with us to-day and hope he Every class of boat was represented and a Dinghy would have also come will be able to find time to take part in the forthcoming Navy v Club races. along but couldn’t get a clearance from the Sailing Committee.

The season now closing is a record one. The Fleet continues to There never were so many Yachts taxed to capacity seen crossing the increase and now number over 80 and nearly all have taken part in the delta. The race was rather tedious but we managed to arrive in time to Season’s Racing. During the season, 25 Redwings were put into the be very hospitably entertained by our hosts. Over 90 Members sailed water and have proved very popular and successful. These together over and sat down to an excellent dinner. I should like again to express with the Dragon and Stars have provided a lot of keen and interesting our thanks to Captain ...... and Lt. Vittoriao who went to a great deal racing. Since the War, Men and Women have suddenly become more of trouble in making our visit so enjoyable. interested in sailing and are beginning to realise the joy of having a boat, even a small one, and being (able – sic) to get away from the maddening This is the first occasion since the War we have been able to hold 58' (17.67m) :: Tayana :: 2006 :: US$650,000 53' 10" (16.41m) :: Camper & Nicholsons :: 1970 :: US$750,000 throng, for an afternoon, day or week-end and visiting the innumerable an Interport Rowing Race. We looked forward to Saigon, Shanghai MOONSHADOW EAGER Karen Ball :: Hong Kong :: +852 9304 6341 :: [email protected] Bart Kimman :: Hong Kong :: +852 9759 7845 :: [email protected] beauty spots where even the small boats can find an opportunity for and ourselves taking part in a triangular contest but unfortunately sailing in protected waters. events up North prevented the Shanghai crew from coming down and participating in what would have been some very keen racing. ►BERTH NEGOTIABLE IN GOLd COAST MARINA ►SISTERSHIp, RECENT p RICE REdUCTION The best way to learn to sail is of course in a boat and nothing can take the place of the experience gained at first hand sailing as crew However, Saigon proved themselves to be a very formidable crew and in a boat with a skilled helmsman. With the object of encouraging our did extraordinary (sic) well especially as they are unused to our boats. It younger members, some of our experienced helmsmen are willing to has given us very great pleasure in having them visit us and I hope this take out novices and instruct them in the gentle art on any evening. The will inaugurate what will become an annual event. increasing popularity of boat sailing is understandable and owning a As I mentioned before, there is no reason why Hong-Kong with its boat gives one more enjoyment than almost any other form of recreation excellent facilities should not become the venue of a Far Eastern and here is an opportunity for our young members to take up one of the Olympaid (sic). most fascinating of sports in almost ideal surroundings. It is a very great pleasure to find our Club becoming increasingly popular The Cruising fraternity have continued to increase though the call of JOSEPHINE 47' (14.3m) :: Oyster Marine Ltd :: 2001 :: US $475,000 WINDRUSH 38' (11.58m) :: Seawind Catamarans :: 2013 :: US$440,000 with the Officers of the U.S. Navy and I would mention that the facilities Karen Ball :: Hong Kong :: +852 9304 6341 :: [email protected] Karen Ball :: Hong Kong :: +852 9304 6341 :: [email protected] week-end cruising is finding more supporters than the Sunday Racing. of our Club are always at their disposal. The Macao Race which was first sailed in 1866 and continued up The projected swimming pool will, I hope, soon take tangible form. This to the outbreak of War was revived on “Boxing Day” and at daylight, BROKERAGE H CHARTER H MANAGEMENT H NEW CONSTRUCTION H CREW SERVICES NORTHROpANdJOHNSON.COM will certainly be a great boon to Members and their families who find it about 15 boats crossed the line. The Race was won by “Diana” which almost impossible to find a niche in the overcrowded beaches now that some of you will remember is the old “Sealark” designed by a former bathing is so popular. Commodore, Mr. Cock – he won the race on two former occasions. “La Cigale”, the scratch boat, finished first covering the course of about 80 Before closing I should like to thank all those who have been responsible miles in about 14 hours but lost on handicap by three minutes which for organising this Regatta and making the arrangements which have speaks well for the handicapping Committee. been so successful and enjoyable.

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►RECENT pRICE REdUCTION

SPIRIT 87' 3" (26.59m) :: Nautor's Swan :: 1991/2014 :: US$1,250,000 Bart Kimman :: Hong Kong :: +852 9759 7845 :: [email protected]

MOONSHADOW 58' (17.67m) :: Tayana :: 2006 :: US$650,000 EAGER 53' 10" (16.41m) :: Camper & Nicholsons :: 1970 :: US$750,000 Karen Ball :: Hong Kong :: +852 9304 6341 :: [email protected] Bart Kimman :: Hong Kong :: +852 9759 7845 :: [email protected]

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Hong Kong Race Week WORDS: NIKKI CLARINGBOLD | PHOTOS: HONG KONG RACE WEEK / GUY NOWELL

Under the auspices of the Hong Kong Sailing Federation and Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Hong Kong Race Week got underway this year boasting a record 225 entries. Spread across 10 classes, 247 sailors took to the water, representing China, Australia, Bulgaria, Chinese Taipei, Denmark, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom and the best Youth sailing talent from Hong Kong.

A constituent event of the ASAF Youth Cup, this year’s Hong Kong Race Week had a busy race schedule which proved challenging at times with this year’s varied conditions. Hong Kong’s finest race officers and their teams provided some excellent racing over five designated racecourse areas. PRO Charlie Manzoni summed up the week. “It was variable; everything from 1kt to 35kts and most boats experienced sailing each of the race course areas in order to sail in the optimum breeze. It’s been massively successful and there are a lot of very happy little sailors which is what it is all about.”

The Optimist Dinghy class, with 110 entries, Organiser Co-organiser provided the largest fleet on the water. This was one of the most competitive fleets, and several evenings mid-regatta were spent keeping the International Jury, led by Masa

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Tanaka of Japan, very busy. The Club’s own Duncan Gregor, Hong Kong’s number one ranked Optimist sailor, had his work cut out early on, challenged by young up and coming Chinese sailor Lesen Chen. With China and India fielding the largest teams of sailors at this year’s Hong Kong Race Week, it was expected that with 31 participants China would place well.

The varied conditions throughout the week culminated in the Optimist Class series winner being decided without the finale of the scheduled Medal race. On the last day of racing, with the forecast predicting deteriorating weather and with a significantly building breeze, the Silver fleet was kept on hold ashore for safety reasons with only the gold fleet heading out for their final three races of the regatta. With the breeze averaging 17kts and gusting through 28 to 30kts, it was a challenging day for the Optimist Gold Fleet. “It was fantastic to see the sailors handling the very windy conditions… their boats flew! We saw some very good racing under conditions not always common to Hong Kong,” said RO Sofia Mascia. Lesen Chen of China went on to take 1st , Duncan Gregor (Hong Kong) achieving a well sailed 2nd place

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and with 3rd place going to Mouyue Xie, again A competitive double-handed fleet handled course was set in Stanley Bay. The decision from China. the varying conditions thrown to them well. was eventually taken to keep the 420s and Veteran of the 470 class, local sailor Dominic 470s ashore. With only three of the 29ers The 34-strong Laser Radial and Laser 4.7 Yat Fung Law, pitched an impressive score finishing Race 9 – one despite a broken main fleet saw a great cross-section of competitors card to take out the 470 class ahead of all- sheet - all in all, across Hong Kong Race Week, sharing a race course with Hong Kong’s female Hong Kong teams Emily Oi Tung Ha ten races were sailed for the 420s, 470s and Sailability Team in the 2.4mRs. Sailing / Katie Mok and Kit Fong Tong / Kin Man 29ers in a week of both strong and light winds standard windward / leeward courses, all three Chan. A varying spread of results in the 420s and cool conditions.” classes combined well on a course with the saw local Hong Kong sailors Tse Fung Wilson Lasers taking a longer track than their fellow While the wind continued to build over Day 4, Yun and crew Chung Man Kam take out the 2.4mR competitors. The majority of the regatta RO Norton eventually handed the course over podium position. was sailed in the vicinity of Stanley Bay, but the to the windsurfers who were up for the most breezy conditions on Day 4 saw RO Brenda In summarising the racing of the fleet, RO exhilarating race of the regatta, undaunted by Davies shift the course area to Round Island, Dave Norton commented, “With the wind the strong offshore breeze, which grew to a providing an opportunity for the heavy weather speed on Race Day 4 peaking over 25kts and steady 34kts, gusting to 39kts. Windsurfers’ specialists to shine. gusting to over 30kts, our normal race area of RO Barry Truhol said, “We combined courses Beaufort was too far to send the fleets and the with the 29er fleet, so only managed one Hats must go off to our ever-impressive 2.4mRs wind near Round Island was very shifty so the race, but it was a good one! It was a very sailors – truly showing what they were made of under the watchful eye of their coach Ed Tang, relishing the heavy conditions. For the 2016 event, Foo Wai Yuen once again brought home 1st with Puk Yueng Chi finishing a close 2nd overall in the 2.4mR class.

With the 29er World Championships due to take place in Hong Kong in early 2018, all eyes were on the building 29er fleet. Racing with the 420s and 470s, many of Hong Kong’s aspiring World Champions were out on course, competing head to head for the Hong Kong Race Week title. The all-female team of Jayalakshmi Sundaradiveland and Adithi Prakash of India sailed competitively in the mixed fleet early on in the regatta, managing a 1st place over their rivals. The experience of Yann d’Arregenlieu and crew Nathan Bradley eventually shone through to take out 1st overall, ahead of Taylor Young / Dylan Lok Kei Richards in 2nd and Calum Gregor / Russell Aylsworth in 3rd.

16 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! windy, great day!” Sporting 36 entries over Leisure and Cultural Services Department support local sailing in Hong Kong. The dinghy two classes, including two sailors from Italy, (LCSD) and with the Club’s Rear Commodore was donated to Hong Kong Schools Sailing the windsurfers on the RSX Youth and Techno Sailing, Anthony Day, the closing prizegiving Association, a group based out of Tei Mai Tuk, 293 were impressive to watch as the Hong ceremony heard accolades for the sailors, which is currently building the future of sailing Kong development squad revelled in the lively volunteers and organisers of this year’s event. in Hong Kong amongst local schools. conditions. ASAF representative Loo thanked HKSF and The dates of 14 to 19 February 2017 have the Club for hosting the regatta and said that Featuring talented newcomers, 12 boats been set for the next edition, and Hong she looked forward to the event’s continued Feature | competed in the Optimist Green Fleet division Kong Race Week 2017 looks forward to success. this year. Coached by the resilient Ian Fleming continued growth and to being the premier under the watchful eye of RO Alex Hill, it was On behalf of the Hong Kong Race Week dinghy sailing venue on the ASAF Youth all about learning and enjoying the sport. committee, Race Chairman Peter Davies Sailing circuit. Hong Kong Race Week “Instituting more racing rules; training in terms thanked all of the sailors who participated, and of windward boat keep clear and overtaking highlighted the massive amount of support boat keep clear, port, starboard and starting provided by the 155 dedicated volunteers to talk about some of the finer points of group involved on a daily basis who, along with the sailing tactics and rules are all key points of Club staff, made this year’s event an enormous learning in this division. The kids seemed to success. Davies also noted his gratitude for take it on board quite well. They are really the continuing support of the Hong Kong improving; the length of time it takes for Government via HKSF, which greatly assisted the last starter to cross the line after the with running the event. starting gun had reduced and there is a lot of Hong Kong Race Week would also like to improvement in boat handling and boat speed. give very special thanks to Far East Boats They are all doing a great job.“ Hill added that in conjunction with HKODA, who made a he was also pleased with the young sailors’ donation of one of their charter boats to progress this year.

In the presence of Aileen Loo of the Asian See our video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6E88N7HVzw Sailing Federation (ASAF), Viola Sun of the For enquiries please contact: [email protected]

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First row: RSX Youth; Techno 293; Techno Junior ITALIAN –Edoardo Tanas Second row: 29er; 420 Third row: 470; Laser 4.7 Fourth row: Laser Radial; 2.4mR; Optimist U10, Coach Cyril Auer accepts medals for the Optimist under 10s Fifth row: Optimist U12; Optimist Main Fleets

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HKRW RESULTS 2016 RESULT CLASS NAT HELM CREW TOTAL NETT What did you like RSX Youth 1 RSX Youth Japan Ikeda Kensei 16 10 2 RSX Youth Hong Kong Ho Yin Thomas Cheng 16 12 the most about 3 RSX Youth Hong Kong Yu Hang Pang 47 33 Techno Youth 2016 Hong Kong 1 Techno 293 Hong Kong Pui Hei Patrick Leung 12 8 2 Techno 293 Hong Kong Siu Wing Ho 62 22 3 Techno 293 Hong Kong Yuk man Co 54 34 Race Week? 4 Techno 293-Youth Italy Edardo Tanas 74 40 29er 1 29er Hong Kong Yann d’Aregenlieu Nathan Bradley 38 22 Jon Crawford – 29er Helm 2 29er Hong Kong Taylor Young Dylan Lok Kei Richards 41 25 Personally, I loved seeing Middle Island so packed and 3 29er Hong Kong Calum Gregor Russell Aylsworth 50 34 full of young sailors from all over the world. It made the 420 Club seem so alive. I especially loved sailing on Sunday 1 420 Hong Kong Tse Fung Wilson Yun Chung Man KAM 39 19 because there was very strong wind, reaching up to 2 420 Hong Kong Yam Wang Wong Ngai 36 20 35kts at times. It was a completely new experience and 3 420 Hong Kong Chun Ho Ho Ka Ho Lee 41 26 both my crew and I had an amazing time. 470 1 470 Hong Kong Yat Fung Law Owen Wong 19 10 2 470 Hong Kong Emily Oi Tung Ha Katie Mok 27 14 Joshua Lam – Laser 4.7 3 470 Hong Kong Kit Fong Tong Kin Man Chan 40 22 My favourite thing about Hong Kong Race Week 2016 Laser 4.7 was the variety of conditions which allowed for neck-to- 1 Laser 4.7 Hong Kong Preston Tso 43 20 neck, high-octane racing to take place and provided a 2 Laser 4.7 Hong Kong Stephanie Norton 43 27 competitive and a close regatta in the Laser 4.7 fleet. 3 Laser 4.7 Hong Kong Thomas Norton 56 40 This regatta was a great platform for me to develop Laser Radial and hone my skills, gain experience and compete in a 1 Laser Radial Hong Kong Nicholas Bezy 34 15 decent-sized fleet against my fellow Hong Kong Laser 2 Laser Radial India Vishnu Saravanan 34 20 sailors, who I compete against regularly, plus some 3 Laser Radial Hong Kong Christopher Bezy 49 26 international Laser sailors, which provided variety and 2.4mR competition to the fleet. Over the course of Hong Kong 1 2.4mR Hong Kong Yuen Wai Foo 17 12 Race Week 2016 I managed to advance my abilities 2 2.4mR Hong Kong Chi Yeung Puk 29 19 and improve my skills significantly whilst having an 3 2.4mR Hong Kong Wun Wa Leung 40 30 immensely fun and enjoyable time. Optimist 1 Optimist China Chen, Lesen 38 21 2 Optimist Hong Kong Gregor, Duncan 90 24 Oriane Voets – Optimist 3 Optimist China Xie, Mouyue 137 25 Race Week was a fantastic experience for me! We sailed Green Fleet in many different wind conditions, including in very 1 Green Fleet Hong Kong Ka Lok Tam 15 11 challenging ones, and it was great to be able to compete 2 Green Fleet Hong Kong Sean Liu 20 14 against sailors from all over Asia. Thanks to the Club for 3 Green Fleet Hong Kong Hei Man Lam 22 16 organising such a great event!

APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 19 VRC Race Series – Race 2

Feature | Valentine’s Challenge WORDS: JEREMY YOUNG | PHOTOS: REBECCA DEMPSTER VRC Race – Race Series 2 – Valentine’s Challenge

he second race of the VRC race series with the lead changing several times in the (lucky draw!) with the latter being the most got underway on Saturday 13 February, and lead group, and several tussles in the next popular and also creating dynamic and very with Valentine’s Day the following day it was couple of groups, with a strong showing again interesting combinations! the Valentine’s Challenge special programme. from the Club boys. For the Club there was a bunch of strong Conditions were a complete contrast to Race Roger Holmes lead the Clubcharge coming in results, however total domination in Hot Dates 1, and were balmy and warm with no wind and 3rd, Jeremy Young 6th, Zach Tuckwell 9th, Ben with Roger and Erin taking first, and Jeremy glassy conditions. It was going to be a sprint Smith 11th, and other members coming 15th, and Alice taking second. race and slog around the 7.5km course from 17th , 18th , and 21st . VRC around Round Island and through the Francesca was part of the winning Blind Date, In the men’s Surf Ski paddler Alistair Grant was nd channel back to VRC. and Zach part of the 2 . 10th, and John Mclennon 12th. There was a strong turn out with 62 paddlers, The day finished with the usual prizegiving at An added twist for this race was the Valentine’s and a great showing from the Club with 21 VRC which was enjoyed by all. Challenge, with 4 categories to choose from: entries competing in the OC1, OC2, and Surf The Whole Catastrophe (married, kids, The next race is 5 March, and the form leading Ski categories. mortgage, etc), DINKS (double income, no into it after Race 2 is strong meaning some The ladies’ OC1 and OC2 and mixed OC2s kids), Hot Date (pre-selected), and Blind Date great results will hopefully follow. started first and several battles took place throughout the race with the Club posting impressive results. Novice Course – 20 and 21 February In OC1, Francesca Zino came in 2nd place, The Outrigger Paddling arm of the Rowing Section held the first Novice Course for 2016 Alice Page 3rd, Erin Juel 4th and Rebecca over the weekend of 20 and 21 February. This is a great opportunity for potential outrigger Dempster 8th. paddlers to learn about the background of the Outrigger division, how to paddle and enjoy outrigger paddling, safety aspects, and their way around the Club. In the ladies’ OC2 category, Melissa Davis and On Saturday the weather was a bit kinder for the OC6, however the ‘Huli’ safety session still Raewyn Strachen continued their domination, reminds you that the water is cool this time of year! and in Mixed OC2 Natalie Kwan and Jeremy Burton took honours, with Adrian Mowat and On Sunday the monsoon wind turned up and it made for challenging conditions on OC1s Charlie Lam coming 2nd. and OC2s. The new paddlers still got out and took on the challenge, refining their technique and getting familiar with rigging the canoes. In ladies’ Surf Ski, Clare Baldwin was 2nd. The course was run by Rod Ho, assisted by Francesca Zino and Julien Stump on Saturday, The men’s OC1 and Surf Skis were next to go, and Rebecca Dempster and Jeremy Young on Sunday. and the OC1 race was also hotly contested

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Starter’s Box APRIL 2016 FORTHCOMING EVENTS California Insurance Match Racing Series 16 to 24 April TIDES HKRNVR Memorial Vase presented by Old Mutual 30 April

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California Insurance Match Racing Series 0059 0.7 0139 0.8 0807 1.6 0825 1.7 The California Insurance Match Racing Series 4 1234 1.2 19 1349 1.0 incorporates the California Insurance Match Racing MON 1846 2.0 TUE 2022 1.8 Hong Kong National Championships (16 and 17 April) and the California Insurance 0139 0.6 0212 0.8 Match Racing International Regatta (22 to 24 April). Match racing has been taking part 5 0829 1.7 20 0843 1.8 on Saturday mornings, introducing new teams to the sport and brushing off cobwebs 1330 1.0 1429 0.9 TUE 1951 2.1 WED 2104 1.8 for the more seasoned match racers. We look forward to welcoming our overseas teams to Hong Kong later in the month. More information is available on our website: 0216 0.6 0240 0.8 http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/MatchRacing.aspx 0856 1.9 0901 1.9 6 1421 0.8 21 1505 0.8 WED 2050 2.1 THU 2144 1.8

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0329 0.7 0334 0.9 1004 2.1 0948 2.0 8 1557 0.5 23 1615 0.7 FRI 2239 2.0 SAT 2259 1.7 HKRNVR Memorial Vase presented by Old Mutual The final constituent event of the Old Mutual Top 0405 0.8 0400 1.0 1043 2.2 1013 2.1 Dog Trophy Series, which pulls together the Club’s 9 1645 0.4 24 1651 0.6 pursuit races to establish which boat is ‘Top Dog’ for the season, takes place on 30 April. SAT 2332 1.9 SUN 2338 1.6 Boats can enter signing on in the Course Room on the day of the race, or can pre-enter 0440 0.9 0427 1.1 individual events at http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/events/TopDogTrophyEntry.aspx?reg=show 1123 2.2 1038 2.1 10 1734 0.4 25 1729 0.6 EFG Nations’ Cup SUN MON in association with Auckland Tourism, Events and 0030 1.7 0020 1.5 Economic Development 0515 1.0 0453 1.1 Coming up on 1 May is the extremely popular international EFG Nations’ Cup, 11 1206 2.2 26 1058 2.1 MON 1828 0.5 TUE 1811 0.6 in association with Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development. Many of the

crews compete in fancy national dress so watch out for Dragons, Vikings, Bravehearts, 0138 1.6 0110 1.5 Knights of St George, Leprechauns and many others in Victoria Harbour. The 0550 1.1 0516 1.2 12 1252 2.2 27 1122 2.1 post-regatta party is now famous, so make sure you don’t miss all the fun either on or TUE 1935 0.6 WED 1858 0.7 off the water – and start learning your national anthems. 0253 1.5 0217 1.4 Spring Regatta The final regatta for the 2015/2016 season takes place in Victoria 0626 1.3 0540 1.3 13 1348 2.1 28 1207 2.0 Harbour on 14 and 15 May with the Spring Regatta. This two-day regatta includes WED 2059 0.7 THU 1953 0.7 all Class boats and the Big Boats and offers challenging sailing conditions as weather conditions start to adopt summer characteristics. We look forward to welcoming you 0415 1.4 0337 1.4 0707 1.4 0618 1.3 down at Kellett Island either as a competitor or a spectator for this last big event of 14 1509 2.0 29 1304 2.0 the season. THU 2216 0.7 FRI 2104 0.7

Information about all forthcoming races and events will be posted on the Club’s 0646 1.5 0510 1.4 website, however if you are looking for something specific and cannot find it, please 15 0816 1.4 30 0738 1.4 let us know by e-mailing [email protected] so that we can point you in the 1630 1.9 1414 1.9 FRI 2325 0.7 SAT 2215 0.7 right direction and improve the navigation.

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Youth Easter SAILING DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING CONTACTS General Enquiries Gloria Yeung 2812 7063 Interim MI Sailing Manager Fiona Gregor 2812 0172 Programme MI Centre Manager Patrick Lam 2812 7303 Dates and courses have been set for our Youth Easter Programme, Sailing Instructor Kelvin Lau 2812 7303 please find full details and application forms on our website: Performance Coach Rob Partridge 2812 6255 Sailing http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/YouthSailTraining.aspx Race Coach / Bosun Alex Dyet and Christos Atzemain 2812 6255 http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/SailTraining.aspx Please note that members have booking priority one month before the [email protected] start of the course. Dates of the Youth Summer Programme will be www.facebook.com/RHKYCsharks advertised on completion of the Easter programme.

Old Mutual International Sail Training in partnership with Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club

Sail Training Schedule The new schedule has recently been published online. Please remember that members do get priority on booking until one month before the course starts. In general we require a minimum of four students to be able to confirm a course.

Application forms and more details www.rhkyc.org.hk click on ‘Sail Training’ or email [email protected]

RYA POWERBOAT TRAINING ADULT KEELBOAT COURSES These practical powerboat handling courses are available now. You must Intro to Small Keelboats already hold the PVOCC. Course 4 4 and 5 June RYA Powerboat Level 2 Courses Course 5 11 and 12 June Option PBL2/4 21 and 22 May Platu Skipper Courses Option PBL2/5 1 and 12 June Course S2 Apr 6 Apr (eve), 7, 8 and 21 Apr (practical) RYA Safety Boat Courses J/80 Crew Course Option SB4 21 and 22 May Course 4 27, 28 Mar and 3 Apr ADULT BEGINNERS Course 5 22, 29 May and 5 June Option 4 16, 17, 23 and 24 March and 20 Apr PVOL Courses Option 5 7, 8, 21, 22 and 28 May Masters 25,26 and 27 April Option 6 4,5,11,12 and 18 June Engineers 23, 24 and 25 May ADULT SUPERVISED SAILING For further information please contact [email protected] 2&3 Apr Spinnaker (2 days) 7 Apr Boat Handling 23 Apr Singlehanded Laser 24 Apr Distance Sail 27 Apr Singlehanded Laser 4 May Level 3 Preparation 7 May Boat Handling 8 May Distance Sail

24 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! Adult Dinghy Open Day and Approved Helm Lists Drive WORDS: CEM YURDUM, OLIVER BOOTE | PHOTOS: NAOMI REBECCA, CEM YURDUM Sailing n Sunday 6 March, professionals of all ages were invited to especially fun to watch some of our lighter friends trying to flip this come and show off their dinghy abilities in anticipation of being added water-laden dinghy back right up. to the approved helm lists. A nice sunny 20C+ spring weather and a The Committee will organise another event in the later part of the year. calm breeze helped the team run a successful event, which had been As participation does not guarantee qualification, it’s recommended to organised by the Young Members Sub-Committee. Eight members have prior experience sailing dinghies so our coaches feel confident to learned and demonstrated the rigging, sailing and de-rigging of the RS qualify you to take out the Club’s boats. For those new to dinghy sailing, Feva, Laser Radial and Wayfarer. The objective was to create excitement the Club organises a number of sailing development courses – the around dinghy sailing and show our members a selection of dinghies details of which are available on the website. available to them to go sailing. But to do that, one must get on the approved helm lists first!

Middle Island Centre Manager Patrick Lam, who helped us qualify the candidates, set up two marks, and kept an eye on the candidates as they went around the course demonstrating their upwind, downwind, and boat manoeuvering skills. Around noon time, the course presented its challenges to the candidates when it became an obstacle course with other dinghies practising as well as an Outward Bound Adventure race taking place. Within minutes, Middle Island channel was packed with dinghies, kayaks, and stand-up paddlers (SUP) with their four legged friends.

One of the wettest moments came when sailors were instructed to do capsizing exercises to demonstrate recovery of the Wayfarers. It was

APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 25 ROWING CONTACTS Head of Shing Mun Rowing Manager [email protected] PHOTOS: WOO CHAN MAN, TONY LAU AND WAN NG Middle Island Co-ordinator [email protected] Shatin Men’s Racing [email protected] Men Shatin Women’s Racing [email protected] WORDS: CALVIN NG Rowing

he rowing season kicked off on a fine sunny day for the Head Although the men’s eight started as the third crew, roughly 30 seconds of Shing Mun 2016 in Shatin on 28 February. This year, the racing behind the first crew, the boat quickly caught on to the second crew as committee decided to up the challenge and set the course length to they were passing the 750m mark, putting them right next to the first 10km. For those of you who are new to rowing, a normal regatta race crew. Focusing on the legs and rhythm, they continued to storm through is 2km, which means the course used this year is five times the usual the first boat relentlessly passing the 1250m mark and continued to length! That, however, did not stop the Club from setting the course gain clear water past that point. Another key challenge were the U-turns record out of all 14 crews. For the first time, the men’s coxed eight had 5 which the men’s crew mastered and they brought home the first gold Cantonese speakers and three Johns on board – Wong Chi Nam, Chan medal for the season. The final finishing time was recorded at 39 Kui, Tang Pak Hin (Jerry), Mark ‘Wello’ Welles, Ng Kong Wan (Captain), minutes and 50 seconds, roughly three minutes ahead of the second John Votta, Jon Witts, John Skinner (Stroke) and Calvin Ng (COX). fastest crew.

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Women WORDS: MENG LIU

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APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 27 Charting Hong Kong’s Waters WORDS: ROGER EASTHAM Marine

In late 2014 electronic charting companies such as Navionics and Transas were forced to remove data from their Hong Kong chart folios by the Hong Kong Government in a dispute over licensing fees and rights. The ban specifically prevents any third party from selling cartographic data produced by the Hong Kong Hydrographic Office. According to both that office and statements on the Navionics and Transas iSailor websites, discussions are ongoing.

his article will not attempt to study the rights and wrongs of this the directory where the Hong Kong chart folio is (ENC_ROOT). The dispute, but will focus on what alternatives exist so that we can access programme will import all the Hong Kong charts and you are up and electronic charts on our various devices until it is resolved. running. To be useable for real time navigation you would however need to add a GPS source to your device. 1) EXISTING DEVICES Do not update any charts or programmes. If you are fortunate 3) IPAD OR OTHER IOS DEVICE enough to have an electronic charting programme with Hong Kong iPads have a built-in GPS, and can easily be set up to run as a charts that you have not updated since late 2014, then by not standalone chart plotter onboard most boats with the addition of a updating either the programme or the chart data you can retain waterproof case and power supply. Unfortunately Open CPN will not the old charts. You should however be aware that these charts will run on iOS, but you can still get the charts on your iPad using SEAiq be out of date and should be used with caution and, as always, in Open, available as a free download from the App store. Please note conjunction with an updated paper chart. that other SEAiq products such as ‘SEAiq Pilot’ or ‘SEAiq Free’ will NOT work on iPads – only ‘SEAiq Open’. 2) PC, TABLET OR MAC Once SEAiq Open is loaded on to your device then you can navigate to For overall coverage of the South China Sea you can download a free the folder where you saved your HK ENC files on your PC or Mac. Select electronic navigation chart (ENC) from the East Asia Hydrographic the folder entitled ‘ENC_ROOT’ and create a zipped version of that folder. Commission via http://scsenc.eahc.asia/. This large-scale chart is Once you have the zipped folder you simply e-mail it to yourself. Use your regularly updated, and is of particular interest to Hong Kong sailors iOS device to open the e-mail and then click on the attachment. You will as it provides a free and straightforward way to access information be prompted to choose a programme or application with which to open on the location of oil rigs to the south of Hong Kong. the attachment. Select ‘Applications’ followed by SEAiq Open. Once For detailed charts of Hong Kong waters you may purchase the Hong SEAiq has opened the .zip attachment the charts will be automatically Kong ENCs from the Marine Department on a CD. You may choose a imported to the programme, and you can enjoy full charting functionality license fee from 3 to 12 months at time of purchase. This license fee for seven days. SEAiq Open is a free download, but to enjoy full will ensure that you receive regular updates for the chart folio through functionality you will need to upgrade to the paid version after seven a subscription service. days, or you can continue to use it with restricted functionality.

The data on the ENC disc can then be copied to your device and Whilst none of these solutions will see your expensive Raymarine or accessed using third party charting software. Currently the most Furuno chart plotter return to full functionality in Hong Kong waters it popular free software for PC, tablet and Mac is ‘Open CPN’ – does mean that Hong Kong sailors can get access up-to-date electronic available as a free download via opencpn.org. Once the charting charts across a variety of popular platforms. Let’s hope that the software and the chart folio are on your device you simply start Open electronic chart suppliers and the Hong Kong Government can reach CPN, open the tool menu and select ‘charts’. You can then select an agreement soon.

28 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! Ship Shop Opens This Month!

New Club-branded Items!

Musto polo shirts for men and women; Musto gilet; Marine 727 polo shirt (long and short sleeved) made from cotton and recycled sail cloth for men and women; 727 polo shirts for children; Dartington decanter; Dartington crescent clock; Sparhawk model oars (rowing souvenir); Harken winch

New Brands to the Ship Shop Marlow Ropes (marine ropes); Onyx-Art London (nautical cufflinks); 727 Sailbags (sailbags made from recycled materials); Marine Business (tableware and cushions); Zodiac (inflatable boat); Steiner (marine binoculars); Polaroid (cube action camera); Zhik (high performance sailing wear); Fusion (marine entertainment)

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PLANO Two-Level Magnum Tackle Box ONYX-ART London Nautical Cufflinks Customize your storage and organise your gear for fast access to land $220 the Big One! This Two-Level Magnum Tackle Box features adjustable custom dividers in the upper base, offering you flexible storage for personalised access to your gear. The #1350-10 box holds 2-3500 ProLatch StowAway Boxes (sold separately). Includes convenient spinner bait racks in its base. WICHARD Aquaterra Knife Plain Blade And Cork The Dura View front covers let you know what gear you Wichard specialise in the manufacture of strong and reliable marine have at a glance. Dimensions: products. The Wichard Aquatrerra knives are new for 2016 and deliver 17 L x 12¼”W x 7 ”H. outstanding cutting performance. $299 This Wichard Aquaterra knife features a serrated blade manufactured using highly corrosion-resistant stainless steel. The blade has a safety lock to help prevent accidental closure or opening. The handle is ergonomically designed for comfortable use. The handle material also RHKYC Unisex Gilet From Musto has a soft finish for maximum grip. This particular model also features a corkscrew Choose the Sardinia BR1 Gilet as making it great in the galley too! the ideal mid-layer when sailing in warm climates. This lightweight layer is $295 completely waterproof for sailing in spray and rain and has a drawcord hem and a mesh lining for your comfort. Multiple pockets keep your essentials close to hand and an internal zipped pocket with a headphones exit point ensures you have the right track to accompany your sail. $1,230

APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 29 Zodiac Cadet 230 Roll Up Tender The Adventures of Chas from Tas

With its welded structure, this light tender offers a unique Chas’s first book describing his sailing stability and an astonishing load capacity. adventures from around the world! $9,300 $220 Marine

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727 Sailbags Legend Handbag $790

727Sailbags handbag: unique designer items in recycled sailcloth. $1,390

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Lightweight and fast-acting, the Carbo® OneTouch® ball bearing MARINE BUSINESS Regata Tablecloth locking winch handle makes grinding winches easy! Racers will manoeuvre faster and cruisers will have confidence in a reliable and This REGATA tablecloth made from easy-to-use winch handle. laminated cotton polyester is not the typical rigid plastic tablecloth. Thanks $990 to its novel resin finish, the tablecloth is IMPERMEABLE but soft to the touch to prevent stains going through the fabric. With a vibrant and casual design it is the perfect nautical accessory for your melamine tablecloth and its unbreakable glassware. Available in two sizes. From $330 to $420

Call David in the Ship Shop on 2239 0336 or email [email protected]

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APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 33 Match Report – Hong Kong Football Club Challenge in Macau Golf and Country Club WORDS: PATRICK SHERRIFF | PHOTOS: ANDREW WONG AND SIMON WONG Other Sports Other

heartening response for this match held on 22 February although it was a struggle to find our last man. We had six flights in total with match play; better ball once again being the traditional format. The handicapping proved to be very fair, with the FC generally giving us shots to make it a balanced competition.

On the Sunday Clem Hill, Andrew Eden, Stefan Fischer and I (despite feeling below par!) took the opportunity to familiarise ourselves with the course and get in a practice round. Very worthwhile as the greens were slower than I remember from last year and the fairways quite tight. As usual, course management and tactics were thrashed out over several beers and wines at the ever-popular restaurant, Fernando’s. Just a great night as always. Team orders called for an early night in preparation for the morning.

Monday saw the arrival of the remaining KGS team members and, after breakfast, some of our players took to the driving range and did Clem Hill and Andrew Eden. So, it was a The match was finally won by the FC – practice green. pensive wait in the clubhouse as we waited on 4 matches won, 2 matches lost. A terrific news from the last two flights. We were at least improvement by the KGS over last year’s It was a very closely-fought competition with hoping for a draw! News came in that the last match result. Like last year, the competition the FC having to call on all their skills to hold flight of Simon Wong and Stefan Fischer had was very much alive to the bitter end! Well onto their game as, in most cases, they were had a massive victory over giants of the game done KGS. giving us one shot per hole. Iain Valentine and Bob McKirdy. Feathers had We did have a number of Nearest to the The Convenor and Captain were paired together been rattled! All rested on the fifth flight of Pins and Longest drive. The only KGS team and took the match fairly and squarely to the Edmond and Eric Wong. They were all square member to win was Clem Hill who won the NP FC. We were 5 holes up after the front 9. The at the end of the 17th. This really was going on the 6th. Great effort Clem! FC pair put up a storming fight but lost 4 in 3. down to the wire. Twenty players were able to stay for the Ruby Yim and Chris Li, who led the Yacht Edmond had been carrying more than his prizegiving and meal at the Macau Country Club pairings, sadly lost their game on the fair share of responsibility but sadly, the two Club before catching the bus back to the ferry 17th. Andrew Wong and Peter Cheung also Wongs (don’t make a Wright!) couldn’t hold off terminal. Great food, wine and company! lost their game despite a strong fight back as the FC and lost the 18th.

34 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! The Grace Notes Compass Room | Monday 11 April | 2015hrs to 2130hrs

The Grace Notes, Hong Kong’s premier all-female a cappella group, will be Events Promotions | performing in the Compass Room from 2015hrs to 2030hrs and from 2115hrs to 2130hrs. The performance is free of charge to all members and their guests who are dining in the Compass Room that evening. Aqua Fitness Classes Pool | Thursdays from 0700hrs to 0745hrs or 0800hrs to 0845hrs 28 April to 19 May Middle Island Day Monday 2 May | 1100hrs to 1700hrs $920 per person for four weeks The ever-popular family fun day at Middle Island is back, so please mark Come and get fit in the pool with the date in your diaries and check the website where the schedule will our new aqua fitness classes, be kept updated. Free to all members and their guests (maximum 4 suitable for any age and fitness guests per account). Activities will include dragon boats and outriggers, level. You can choose either joy rides, a parent/child dinghy race, sandcastle building, face painting session on the four given dates, and the pirate’s treasure hunt! and there will be a make-up session on 26 May for anyone who has had to miss a class (on a first-come first-served basis.)

For enquiries and bookings Oxford UK £720,000 Neg. please call 2239 0312 or email [email protected] Annual Staff Party 2016 Tuesday 17 May Club Operating Hours

KELLETT ISLAND Reception and Video Library Will close at 1800hrs Compass Room Will close after lunch Bistro/Snooker Room Will close after lunch Main Bar Manned by staff up to 1800hrs and then by members Swimming Pool Will close at 1800hrs Bowling Alley Will close at 1800hrs Youth Club Room Will close at 1800hrs Ship Shop Will close at 1800hrs RIVERSIDE TOWNHOUSE WITH MOORING FACILITIES AND BOAT STORAGE Gym Remains open 4 Bedrooms, Three bathrooms (one ensuite) Large Lounge with Balcony and All other offices Will close at 1500hrs outdoor furniture, Reception Room, Conservatory, Modern Kitchen, 2 Garages Boatyard and Marine Will close at 1500hrs (except sampan service) (for large cars), Outside Entertainments area with designer raised patios and Sampan Service Operational from 0800hrs to 2000hrs summer house, barbecue and outside furniture MIDDLE ISLAND ALL SET IN A BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE ESTATE BY THE RIVER THAMES WITH 5-STAR Clubhouse/F&B Will close after lunch HOTEL/LEISURE CENTRE, 1st CLASS RESTAURANTS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Sampan Service Operational from 0900hrs to 1700hrs SHELTER COVE Call: +44 1865 777 247 Clubhouse/F&B Will close after lunch Email: [email protected] Sampan Service Operational from 0900hrs to 1700hrs

APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 35 Steak Promotion Compass Room | 1 to 30 April Events Promotions |

From Australia Chateaubriand Burgers in the Bistro From Colorado, USA with selected items at Middle Island and Shelter Cove Prime Lamb T-bone Steak Bistro | 1 to 30 April From Korea Striploin Crabmeat Burger Crabmeat Patty, Garlic Mayonnaise, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Rib Eye Steak Cucumber, Poppy Seed Bun From the Netherlands 蟹肉漢堡 – 蟹餅、蒜茸蛋黃醬、生菜、番茄、青瓜、罌粟籽包 Milk-fed Veal Chop Spanish Pork Rib Burger Spanish Boneless Pork Rib, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, BBQ Sauce, Poppy Seed Bun 西班牙豬肋肉漢堡 – 西班牙無骨豬肋肉、生菜、番茄、青瓜、燒烤醬、罌粟籽包

Salmon Burger Salmon Fillet marinated with Teriyaki Sauce, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickled Ginger, Poppy Seed Bun 三文魚漢堡 – 燒汁醃三文魚、生菜、番茄、酸薑、罌粟籽包

Ostrich Burger Ostrich marinated with Yoghurt, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Sage and Onion Bun 鴕鳥漢堡 – 乳酪醃鴕鳥肉、生菜、番茄、青瓜、香草洋葱包

Tandoori Chicken Burger Tandoori Chicken Fillet, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Sage and Onion Bun 印式炭燒雞肉漢堡 – 印式炭燒雞柳、牛油果、生菜、番茄、青瓜、香草洋葱包

Bowling Parties The Bowling Alley is an excellent venue for a party with delicious food, or a good bowling competition plus snacks, with your friends and colleagues. We have good value-for-money bowling party packages ready for you. Another excellent reason for hosting a party in the Bowling Alley now is that it will close soon, and there will be a new Bowling Alley in the new building. So don’t miss the opportunity for a party while the ‘old’ alley still exists.

Please call our Banquet Experts on 2239 0385 / 2239 0339 / 2239 0327 or email [email protected] to find out more. Meetings Are you planning any company meetings or workshops for your staff? The function rooms at Kellett Island and Middle Island are ideal venues for meetings or seminars.

Please call our Banquet Experts on 2239 0385 / 2239 0339 / 2239 0327 or email [email protected] for bookings and enquiries.

36 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! Wine of the Month Viña Errazuriz Max Reserva Chardonnay 2014 – Aconcagua Costa, Chile Aromas of pineapple and mango, as well as citric notes of orange zest, are combined with subtle aromas of honey and graphite. The wine’s creamy feeling on the palate is refreshed by an intense acidity.

Viña Errazuriz Max Reserva Merlot 2013 – Aconcagua Valley, Chile Events Promotions | Aromas of cherries, strawberries, plums and figs with subtle notes of vanilla, cinnamon and dried fruits. The smooth palate has good structure and well-balanced acidity. Flavours of dark currant and raspberry are persistent along with elegant and fine tannins.

Available in all F&B outlets at $295 per bottle. CHEERS! Beverage Specials Corona Extra (355ml) Available in all F&B outlets at only $28 per bottle.

Gérard Bertrand Wine Dinner PRE-DINNER TASTING Compass Room | Thursday 7 April 2016 Gérard Bertrand Code Rouge ‘Brut Éternel’

Gérard Bertrand is the leading expert MENU AND WINES from the South of France, recognised Pan-seared Scallop, Clam and Asparagus Salad, by all wine lovers. As a wine-grower Citrus Dressing and owner of flagship estates, he has Gérard Bertrand Réserve Spéciale Sauvignon Blanc 2014 acquired a unique expertise in the ❧ ❧ ❧ terroirs of Languedoc-Roussillon. He sets the standard for wines there Sautéed Seabass and Red Prawn, Green Papaya and Pine Nuts with a range of top scoring bottlings as well as amazing quality at lower Domaine de Cigalus Blanc 2013 price points. Dedicated to protecting the environment, this family of ❧ ❧ ❧ estates also pioneer organic growing practices. One of Wine Spectator’s Braised Pigeon Breast, Eggplant and Chorizo, Light Thyme Jus ‘Top Value Wineries’, Gérard Bertrand has accomplished something Gérard Bertrand Terroir Corbières unique: combining the ripe juicy fruit of New World wines with the soul and character of Southern France. ❧ ❧ ❧ Char-grilled US Prime Striploin, Dark Cherry Compote Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Château l’ Hospitalet La Réserve Rouge 2013 Dinner 2000hrs Gérard Bertrand Corbières-Boutenac La Forge 2010 (limited quantity) Price Only $658 per person ($618 per person for a booking of 6 persons or more per table) ❧ ❧ ❧ Speaker Mr Jan Visser, Asia Manager of Gérard Bertrand Crunchy Hazelnut and Chocolate Cake, Blueberries Reservations Call Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email ❧ ❧ ❧ [email protected] Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 37 Events Promotions |

PRE-DINNER TASTING Petaluma Wine Dinner Petaluma, Croser Sparkling 2008 Compass Room | Thursday 21 April MENU AND WINES Lobster and Blue Mussel Salad, Fennel and Pomelo Salsa Petaluma Hanlin Hill Riesling 2014 Petaluma, founded in 1976, crafts ultra-premium ❧ ❧ ❧ wines by carefully selecting the best sites within a particular region suited to a chosen variety. Pan-fried Plaice Fillet, Coriander Butter Sauce This is their ‘distinguished vineyards’ philosophy. Petaluma White Label Chardonnay 2013 This pioneering attitude towards responsive and ❧ ❧ ❧ instinctive viticulture and winemaking is as uncompromising and true Slow-cooked Lamb Loin, Braised Red Kidney Beans and Carrots, today as it was more than 35 years ago. Petaluma is built upon the Natural Jus three regions of the Adelaide Hills, Clare Valley and Coonawarra in South Petaluma Hundred Line Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 Australia and their carefully selected vineyard sites within them. ❧ ❧ ❧ Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Grilled Venison Fillets, Roast Pumpkin, Prune Reduction Dinner 2000hrs Petaluma Coonawarra Evans Vineyard Cabernet Merlot 2012 ❧ ❧ ❧ Price Only $658 per person ($618 per person for a booking of 6 persons or more per table) Cheese Platter Speaker Mr Marc Jolly, Business Development Manager of Petaluma (Aged Cheddar, Blue Cheese, Quince Paste) Petaluma Adelaide Hills Shiraz 2012 Reservations Call Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email [email protected] ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

Monthly Wine Fairs Your attendance at our wine fairs does not place you under any obligation whatsoever to purchase wines. It is also basically a free wine tasting with no obligation – marvellous! The $50 ‘entry fee’ is returned to you in the form of a $50 dining voucher to spend at our F&B outlets! And now you can double the value from $50 to $100…. On Mondays and Tuesdays (except public holidays) the value of the coupon increases to $100 and can be used for up to a maximum of 80% of your dining expense per visit.

Many members are catching on to this and inviting groups of friends to enjoy the two-hour wine tasting and then using the F&B vouchers to offset a meal another day within two months! The wine fairs are a great opportunity for you to taste wines and learn more about them. And, if you do wish to purchase wines on the evening, you can enjoy a 5% discount on the already low prices! Shelter Cove, Friday 1 April, 1930hrs to 2130hrs Kellett Island, Wednesday 6 April, 1830hrs to 2030hrs For reservations, please call Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email [email protected]

38 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! Wine Delivery Order Form Dining Voucher April 2016 doubles in value!

‘Try Before You Buy – No Obligation!’ All the wines listed below are featured at the monthly wine fairs at both Kellett Island and Shelter Cove.

If you do enjoy the wines and wish to make a purchase, you can enjoy a 5% discount on these already low prices! Events Promotions | Shelter Cove Wine Fair – Shelter Cove Clubhouse, Friday 1 April, 1930hrs to 2130hrs, guests welcome. Kellett Island Wine Fair – Chart Room, Wednesday 6 April, 1830hrs to 2030hrs, guests welcome. Wine Fair entry is only $50 per person which includes the sampling of all the wines on the list, complimentary canapés and a $50 dining voucher which can be used in F&B outlets within two months. AND NOW, THE VALUE OF THIS VOUCHER INCREASES TO $100 ON MONDAYS AND TUESDAYS (except public holidays). So not only are you attending the wine fair free of charge, but you can also have $100 deducted from the cost of your meal if you dine on one of the designated days! See the website for further details. Book now with Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email [email protected]

WHITE WINES PER BOTTLE QTY AMOUNT Viña Errazuriz Max Reserva Chardonnay 2014 – Aconcagua Costa, Chile (wine of the month) $140 Aromas of pineapple and mango, as well as citric notes of orange zest, are combined with subtle aromas of honey and graphite. The wine’s creamy feeling on the palate is refreshed by an intense acidity. Mountadam Barossa Chardonnay 2014 – Eden Valley, South Australia $129 Intense lively fruit aromas carry through on the palate, which displays ripe apple, pear and peach characters with a distinct fresh acidity. Southern Right Sauvignon Blanc 2015 – Walker Bay, South Africa $141 Right balance of minerality and length with hints of palate coverage and body. Individuality, minerality and palate complexity ahead of pure, pungent varietal aroma. McHenry Hohnen Amigos White (Marsanne Chardonnay Rousanne) 2010 – Margaret River, Western Australia $165 Intriguing mix of lifted stone fruits, dried flowers and mineral driven notes. A dry textured palate balanced by savoury apricot kernel and ocean spray nuances. Dried lavender and rosemary emerge on a back palate that is bound together with ripe Meyer lemon acidity. Pierre Sparr Gewurztraminer 2014 – Alsace, France $169 Notes of rosewood, liquorice and some ivy reveal. The juicy sweetness entices the delicate acid and the strong body, together with the minerality, gives a crispy bite. Domaine Laroche Chablis 2014 – Burgundy, France $194 Youthful, pungent nose with mineral nuance. Fresh and harmonious palate with flavours of white fruit and spring blossom. Torres Sauvignon Blanc ‘Fransola’ 2014 – Penedès, Spain $224 Notes of pineapple and passion fruit with herbaceous undertones reminiscent of fig leaves and green asparagus. Lush and intense on the palate with delicate acidity and undertones of green coffee and coconut. Complex and deep with great length. RED WINES Viña Errazuriz Max Reserva Merlot 2013 – Aconcagua Valley, Chile (wine of the month) $140 Aromas of cherries, strawberries, plums and figs with subtle notes of vanilla, cinnamon and dried fruits. The smooth palate has good structure and well-balanced acidity. Flavours of dark currant and raspberry are persistent along with elegant and fine tannins. Mountadam Barossa Shiraz 2014 – Eden Valley, South Australia $129 Aromas of pepper and dark ripe plums with subtle spicy smokiness. Cherries, dark chocolate and vanilla flavours with a firm tannin structure and persistent length of ripe grape flavours. Southern Right Pinotage 2014 – Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, South Africa $141 Intense classically styled, clay-grown wine with complex berry fruit, nice tannins and subtle wood spice. Full ripeness with complex, more classic fruit aromas and structure. Torres Cordillera Carignan Vigno 2013 – Maule Valley, Chile $144 Floral and fruity aroma with toasted notes. On the palate, it is expansive and develops nicely. The notes in its aroma are now complemented by hints of bay and mint. Barossa Valley Estate Shiraz 2012 – Barossa Valley, South Australia $167 Expressive red plum with fresh blackberry richness on nose and palate supported by a full tannin structure. San Silvestro Barbaresco DOCG ‘Magno’ 2011 – Piedmont, Italy $208 Ethereal with balsamic sensations. Very complex on the palate with elegant and long finish. Torres Salmos (Syrah, Cariñena, Garnacha Tinta) 2012 – Priorat, Spain $244 Deep aromatic intensity with a predominance of cherry and cassis accompanied by floral notes and delicate hints of toast. Sweet entry to the palate and silky with a long and lingering finish.

• All wines are delivered to your designated address by the supplier and are subject to availability of stock. • Mixed cases accepted. Order 12 or more bottles to enjoy free delivery service. For lesser quantities, orders can be collected from the Main Bar. • The cost of the wines will be charged to members’ accounts. • Free delivery service to Hong Kong, Kowloon and New Territories (excluding outlying islands, Lantau Island, Tung Chung and Discovery Bay). • Delivery service is available on weekdays only except public holidays (subject to delivery schedule).

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SIGNATURE: DATE: FAX THIS FORM TO 2239 0341 • FOR ENQUIRIES PLEASE CALL 2239 0340 • DEADLINE FOR ORDERING: 30 APRIL 2016 • CLASS SECRETARIES March 2016 Sailing Secretary Lucy Sutro [email protected] Membership Movement Big Boat Simon Blore [email protected] ORDINARY MEMBERS CORPORATE NOMINEE RESIGNATION Dinghies Dominick Hardoon [email protected] Mr Peter G Britten SUBSCRIBERS Mr Kosala S Jayaweera Dragon Phyllis Chang [email protected] Mrs Wong Sze Sze Ms Julie M Heuer Brandt Mr Dominic A Rigby Etchells Scotia Ryer [email protected] Otis Elevator Company (HK) Ltd, Mrs Elizabeth N Tagge Flying Fifteen JUNIOR MEMBERS Managing Director Mr & Mrs Wei Weiqi Club Lines Club Carlyon Knight-Evans [email protected] Mr Sebastian G D Jessop Mr & Mrs Fabien A H Pellegrini Chante M Brown Impala Patrick Kwan [email protected] Miss Carol Leung Richemont Asia Pacific Limited, Beverly P K Chan J/80 Georgiann Reigle [email protected] Miss Vivian Y K Li Customer Service Regional Director Steven T O Cheung Match Racing Seah Chin Yew CHANGE OF MEMBERSHIP STATUS Mr & Mrs Grant D Smith Annabelle Cullinane [email protected] FROM JUNIOR TO ORDINARY Jebsen & Co Ltd, General Manager Amy J Griffin Pandora Joseph Wong [email protected] Ms Rena M Tsang Katherine H Y Kwok RuffianGuy Russell [email protected] ABSENT MEMBERS CADET MEMBERS SPONSORED Mr Alastair K Leung Corentin le Masne de Chermont Sportsboats Dion Houghton [email protected] BY A MEMBER Lo Koon Bond Youth Sailing Class Sofia Mascia [email protected] Mr Enrico Rondinelli James S Moore Mr & Mrs Billy T S Chan Robert M Neir SPORTS CONVENORS CADET MEMBERS Mr & Mrs Jason M Huntsman Andrea K K Raftell Bowling Convenor Simon Boyde [email protected] Annabel L Bray Mr & Mrs W Niall J MacDonald Annette P H Szeto Golf Convenor David Leung [email protected] Alexander M Brooke Mr & Mrs William Pearson Tiffany Tsang Snooker Convenor Don Day [email protected] Holly J Farrell Mr & Mrs Johann N Salsano Squash Convenor Edward S L Lai Mr & Mrs David Sorton Francis Longuepee [email protected] Charlie D Stewart CLUB CONTACTS Madison Zee General Manager Mark Bovaird 2239 0300 Morgan Zee [email protected] Executive Secretary Polly Lee 2239 0301 Club Operations Manager Jacco Klip 2239 0338 Financial Controller Tim Gallagher 2239 0315 Membership Manager Tracy Leung 2239 0371 Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Inc PR & Communications Manager Koko Mueller 2239 0342 Member Relations & Communications Manager Linda Davy 2239 0312 Marine Manager Alan Reid 2239 0308 Boatyard Manager Simon Pickering 2239 0311 Sailing Manager Ailsa Angus 2239 0395 Sail Training Administrator Gloria Yeung 2812 7063 Assistant Sailing Manager Iris Yang 2239 0314 Assistant Manager | Sailing and Promotion Lindsay Lyons 2239 0391 Assistant Manager | Regattas and Events Nikki Claringbold 2239 0363 Assistant Manager | Race Management Brenda Davies 2239 0362 Interim Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager Garth Hughes 2239 0322 Boatyard Office Manager Connie Chan 2239 0304 History Food & Beverage Manager Shirley Tam 2239 0321 Founded in 1952, BYS is one of the three largest sailing clubs Technical & Projects Manager Carton Lam 2239 0303 in Victoria, and hosts large fleets of both keel boats and off- Human Resources Manager Susanna Chung 2239 0310 the-beach dinghies and catamarans. The club finished a $5m Ship Shop Manager David Ho 2239 0336 Assistant Marine Manager Joanne Ho 2239 0309 clubhouse refurbishment in 2015. House Manager Lorence Leung 2239 0352 Sailing ROYAL HONG KONG YACHT CLUB BYS conducts an extensive summer racing programme from Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, SAR October to the end of April as well as fortnightly keel boat races Kellett Island Tel: 2832 2817 Fax: 2572 5399 Middle Island Tel: 2812 7202 during the rest of the year. Shelter Cove Tel: 2792 2744 The club offers courses and opportunities for all skill levels from beginners to the experienced www.rhkyc.org.hk www.facebook.com/rhkyc sailor, with more than 500+ junior training, such as Junior Sail Training, Youth Sail Training and www.facebook.com/rhkycrowingsection Keelboat Training. They also offer sailing for the disabled. www.facebook.com/rhkycevents The most popular fleets are Laser, Etchells and Sabot. www.facebook/rhkycsharks www.facebook.com/rhkycmatchracing Facilities www.twitter.com/rhkyc • 300-berth harbour on the Mornington Peninsula • Storage for over 200 off-the-beach dinghies and catamarans • Limited boatyard repair services • Food and beverage outlets / function rooms • Locker storage • Car parking

2900 Point Nepean Road, Blairgowrie VIC 3942, Australia Tel: (61) 3-5988-8453 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.bys.asn.au

40 | APRIL 2016 AHOY! Royal London Yacht Club History The club was originally formed in 1838 in London and is one of the oldest yacht clubs in Great Britain. It received the Royal Warrant from Queen Adelaide in 1849 and moved to Cowes in 1882. Club Lines Club

Itchenor Sailing Club History Itchenor Sailing Club was formed in 1927 with just 50 members. Shortly afterwards it acquired three connected Victorian-era fisherman’s cottages which became the clubhouse. Substantial development work has taken place over the years, including an extensive redevelopment of the kitchen and dining room plus the addition of a balcony, which enjoys spectacular views across the water to the South Downs. Sailing The club is just over an hour from London and is within easy reach of The club has a long history in British yachting and organises some of the the historic cities of Chichester and Portsmouth. best racing in the Solent, including Cowes Classic Week, where some Sailing 175 yachts competed in 2015. The club has all-tide access and races every Saturday and Sunday from The major event that the club runs is the Metre and Classic keelboat March to November with midweek races for the classic keelboats, as 4-day regatta held each year two weeks before Cowes Week. Up to 100 well as specific weeks for Class Regattas. Additionally they host Open entries are achieved involving the Metre classes and Solent keelboats Meetings for most classes including an annual Schools Championship of a classical nature. Together with the Royal Southampton and Royal and their flagship junior event, the Junior Fortnight Regatta. Thames, the club provides the race The club has classic keelboats Swallow, Solent Sunbeam and X One officers for the first three days of Design, and dinghies Int’l 14, RS800, RS200, Int’l 420, Mirror and Cowes Week. Topper. Many club members own or part- The club is proud of the emphasis that it puts on Youth sailing. ISC own yachts and motor yachts and Youth sailors of all ages have had success at the highest levels of the are active racing or cruising sailors. sport, and most winters see many children training in both the RYA Sailing matters are controlled by a Squad and club generated programmes. Sailing Committee whose members include ISAF International and RYA Facilities National race officers and judges. • Mooring • Dining facilities for breakfast, lunch and dinner A team of experienced and enthusiastic race officials organise and • Banquet/meeting rooms for up to 120 people control racing fixtures at weekends during the season. The club hosts • Accommodation: 25 rooms, single with shared facilities or many regattas for different classes and events large and small. Many double ensuite members race in the dayboat SCRA series, whilst the cruising members • Small outdoor pool available in the summer only can take part in club rallies run throughout the season. The club is the host of the 2016 Etchells Worlds plus a number of other UK and European regattas. Facilities • Accommodation with 10 bedrooms • Mooring • Boatyard repair services can be arranged • Food and beverage • Banquet/ meeting rooms

The Parade, Cowes, Isle of Wight PO31 7QS, U K Itchenor, Chichester, West Sussex PO20 7AG, U K Tel: (44) 01983-299727 Tel: (44) 1243-512-400 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.rlyc.org.uk Web Site: www.itchenorsc.co.uk APRIL 2016 AHOY! | 41 New Members Cocktail Party – March Club Lines Club

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