Orford Regatta Report

On 2nd and 3rd of August, Orford held their Junior Regatta and a team of our junior members took part.

Report by Rui Ewart-Perks

A strong breeze on a beautiful evening, six boats lined up on the slipway, ready to depart for a steady trip to Orford. With the winds coming from the North, it would be smooth sailing on a run down to our destination. Music and winds whistled through our ears as the fleet sped to Orford. Lasers led the pack while the Fevas followed behind. Spinnakers tossed into the air catching the air in bowl shapes.
 
When the fleet arrived at Orford, we were met with plenty of friendly faces, all helping to de-rig the boats and pull them ashore. To our surprise, we had to tie our boats down as the tide would come through and onto the boatyard. Making new friends and absorbing the new environment of the Orford Sailing Club was delightful. We all registered and were informed about the following days racing.

The following day, sails were strung high in a moderate breeze. Lasers and toppers were the racers in the morning, and the Fevas followed in the afternoon. As I was in the Feva, I can only explain the fun we had in the afternoon. Orford managed to fit in three races, all of which included leeward and windward marks, and plenty of laps. In comparison to the races in Aldeburgh, they were much shorter but with more laps. During the Aldeburgh regatta, there is only one race per session, however, with flawless organisations from Orford, a couple of races per session allowed the most fun and a more accurate assessment of the best racers.

Day two of the regatta was no different, except for the stronger winds and the change of location of the races. The result of higher winds meant that a couple of boats unfortunately had to retire. Even so, all of the racers had fun, wet or dry. In the afternoons, only two races were held but with longer courses and more laps. 

After a long day of racing, all racers sailed safely back and then held the prize giving. Thanks to Orford’s sponsors, many great prizes were awarded, such as glasses, dry bags and more. The winners were announced and everyone was incredibly supportive. And with an amazing atmosphere of the Orford Sailing Club, the regatta came to a close after a long but fun weekend. 

A strong breeze on a beautiful evening, six boats lined up on the slipway, ready to depart for a steady trip to Aldeburgh. With the winds coming from the East, it would be smooth sailing on a reach up to our destination. Music and winds whistled through our ears again as the fleet sped to Aldeburgh. What a way to conclude a magical weekend on a magical evening.

Well done to our Aldeburgh Team:

Fevas:
Rui and Lollie Ewart-Perks
Bea Faulkner and Sophia Paul
Skyla Jarvis and crew

Lasers:
Poppy McEwan
Seb Drury
James Pipe
Finn Robson
George Robson

Click HERE to watch the drone footage by Finn

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