Author: Boating Manager

Well, the new season is almost upon us. Some members are having fun up north before returning to serious sailing for next season. As well as the keelboat Saturday and Wednesday winter sailing, the One design fleets have started sailing once a fortnight to get back into the swing of things, and there has been […]

By Richard Geake-Ransome: Club Member and National Judge Over the last few years I’ve been pursuing accreditation as a sailing racing rules judge, and have been grateful for the support of the Club in this. Earlier this year I was made up to National Judge, and was fortunate to be invited to join the jury […]

There’s something for everyone at RBYC over winter. it’s probably the time of year that offers the greatest diversity of experiences for our club members. While many brave the cold conditions on Port Phillip, others head for warmer waters or choose indoor pursuits. I recently had the opportunity to visit one of our reciprocal clubs, […]

BEWARE – VOLVO DRIVERSOur club members are involved in such a wide range of sailing activities from racing to cruising, in a variety of craft from off the beach dinghies and foils to large keel boats. Now that travel is possible, many are venturing overseas whether for serious competition, delivery trips, or leisurely exploring. Let […]

Update from the Vice Commodore Last Friday evening the Club held its annual presentation night. In the presence of 132 members and invited guests the Commodore and Club Captain presented a range of awards covering activities on, in and off the water. The sailing season was well contested and although there were some familiar faces […]

Did you listen to the weather forecast this morning? Do you have BOM on speed-dial? Do you look at the wind strength and direction at Fawkner Beacon or South Channel Island, or look at the waves and the sky, before casting off? Do you check the whiteboard in the gym corridor for sea temperature, or […]