Read more about the article RIP Martin Boatman – Obituary

RIP Martin Boatman – Obituary

It is with great sadness that the MUSTO Skiff family has lost one of its own in January 2019. Martin finally lost his courageous battle with cancer aged 35 on Sunday after a two and a half year fight. In that time he managed to cram in a lot of sailing, getting a spin on BAR’s (As they were) foiling AC 45 and even winning a race at the SB20 Europeans as recently as August last year, testament to his fighting spirit until the end, always with a smile and a wise crack.

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Read more about the article Report: AUS MUSTO Skiff National Championship 2019
AUS 2019 Nationals / Photo: © Phil Mayo, 2019 (All rights reserved)

Report: AUS MUSTO Skiff National Championship 2019

With a prediction of sunny 20 knot sea breezes, the fleet set off in anxious haste having been sternly informed by our PRO that no late starters would be tolerated. We were greeted by a 10-12 knot north easterly sea breeze predicted to increase.

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Read more about the article Administration Vacancies – International Committee (2019)

Administration Vacancies – International Committee (2019)

In December I let everyone know that Paul and Rick are stepping down from their roles. We therefore need to find willing and enthusiastic people with knowledge of the Class to take over their great work. This is your opportunity to help drive the Class forward to an even greater future; developing on the considerable base that Rick & Paul established.

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Read more about the article Musto Skiff Victorian State Titles 2018 Port Melbourne Yacht Club (PMYC) AUS

Musto Skiff Victorian State Titles 2018 Port Melbourne Yacht Club (PMYC) AUS

The Victorian 2018 MUSTO Skiff State Titles were scheduled for March, but due to bad weather were rescheduled to the 24th and 25th of November. Murphy, however, struck again and as the fleet headed down to PMYC the forecast was again unfavourable with 20-25 knot winds and big seas.

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