On the final weekend of racing for 2012, a season record fleet of 17 boats hit the water. With an 18, Taipan, Hobie Waves, Getaway and 12 Hobie 16's, the fleet gave good practice for those heading off to the Hobie Nationals after Christmas. Conditions were light with a nor-easter during the day but by race 4, the southerly tempted some of the fleet on a new course.
Excitement one the water began even before race 1 with John and Kyle testing a new rig on the 16, submarine style. Joining in on the action, Will and Patrick went for a swim on there way to the top mark. Race 2 saw 14 boats finish all within close time of each other, a great sign that all crews were enjoying the comfortable conditions. The breeze lightened off after lunch as the southerly tried to poke it's head around the point and we weren't sure whether the finish line was then upwind or downwind.
Next Sunday is the Christmas party so those not already on holidays play nice and see if Santa arrives for a BBQ lunch. Safe travels to those driving, flying or cruising over Christmas and good luck to team Vincentia competing in Melbourne at the Hobie Nationals.
