CLASSIC WOODEN LAUNCH RACING

Todays a first for me – I’m crewing (moveable ballast) on Jason Prew’s woody rocket ship – My Girl in the Auckland Anniversary day launch race. Do not be confused its a drag race, sure there is a handicap prize but all the bragging rights go to the first (i.e. fastest) over the finish line. My lips are sealed on top speed but its somewhere between 20 >30 knots. Crew refreshments provided by {the} Slipway Milford.

Should be a hoot. Full report to follow.

One things for certain we will not be cutting the corner off Devonport Yacht Club – a certain A-Class gaffer with a green bum, spent 4 hours parked off DYC yesterday afternoon…………

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