Mainsail development update, February 2019
As a follow-up to the update given in November, we would like to clarify the position on the potential equipment developments.
As a follow-up to the update given in November, we would like to clarify the position on the potential equipment developments.
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.
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.
Class Champion Sailor Profile - Marcus Hamilton (AUS)
It is some time since the Rigging Manual was updated. View the updated rigging guide for 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.
Paul and Rick have put a combined 35 years into the development of the class and have been a key part of what has made our class a huge success. They have confirmed that they wish to step down from their roles within the class association.
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.
FAT HEAD MAIN : TEST UPDATE 19/11/18The mainsail shown in the photo in the last report is continuing to be tested, including in Australia. The ongoing testing continues to follow…