Easter Monday Races
Published 08:11 on 7 Apr 2026
Easter Monday Races 2026
Ripon Sailing Club | Monday 6th April 2026
After Storm Dave put many sailors off the traditional Easter Egg races, Ripon Sailing Club hosted a fantastic day of racing on Easter Monday, with a competitive fleet of 14 boats taking to the water for a three-race series under the PY handicap system. The Sun was shining and the wind proved slightly fickle, with some interesting gusts and shifts (testified by several sailors examining the bottom of their boats) With one discard in play, consistency proved key across the day. Race Officer Tony D set a course in the top lake with a journey down the narrows to C.
Overall Results
Taking a commanding victory was Chris W (Streaker), who secured two race wins to finish on just 2 points overallan impressive and dominant performance.
In second place, Martin B (Supanova) showed great consistency with two second-place finishes, while Helen V (Streaker) completed the podium, winning the final race of the day in style.
Top 5 Overall:
- Chris W(Streaker) 2 pts
- Martin B (Supanova) 4 pts
- Helen V(Streaker) 5 pts
- Dianne B(Streaker) 6 pts
- Charlie T (RS Aero 6) 7 pts
Full results can be found here - https://tinyurl.com/3m64tfms
Race Highlights
Race 1
Chris W set the tone early, taking the win ahead of Charlie T (RS Aero 6) and John P (Solo). Close racing throughout the fleet saw tight corrected times, and close racing in the competitive Streaker fleet.
Race 2
Another win for Chris W made it two from two, but Martin B pushed hard to secure second. Dianne Barnes delivered a strong performance to take third. Streakers taking 4 out of the top 5 places! Amongst the Solo fleet Frankie J showed a good turn of pace, beating Jimmy H Steve J giving the new blood in the Solo fleet chance to nearly catch him with an Impromptu capsize at One.
Race 3
Chris W had done enough to secure the win, so the final race saw a change at the front, with Helen V sailing an excellent race to take victory. Martin B backed up his series with another second place, while Dianne B remained consistent in third.
Notable Performances
- Chris W dominated the series with two race wins and an early discard, sealing the overall comfortably.
- Martin B showed strong consistency, finishing every counted race in second place.
- Helen V's win in Race 3 secured her place on the podium.
- Dianne B demonstrated excellent consistency across all three races.
- A competitive Solo fleet saw tight racing between Steve J, Jimmy H, and Frankie J throughout the afternoon.
Fleet & Conditions
The mixed fleet featured a variety of classes including Streakers, Solos, RS Aero 6, Supernovas, and ILCAs, creating close racing across the handicap system. With three races completed and discard coming into play, the series rewarded both performance and consistency.
Final Thoughts
A brilliant day of Easter racing at Ripon Sailing Club, with a great turnout and competitive spirit across the fleet. Thanks go to all competitors, and in particular to Tony D for offering to run the event and Tom H for manning the safety boat.
Last updated 08:13 on 7 April 2026