November 12, 2019 2 min read
Alice Davis is a new sponsored sailor for 2019 and she has hit the ground running. Read about her sailing adventures in 2019 and about how she met all of her goals.
This year was one of the best sailing years ever. I have had so much fun seeing all my friends over the summer and accomplishing all of my goals for the RS Tera and the RS Feva. I managed to win all of the Tera events this year (start of seasons, Inlands, Worlds and Nationals) and do well in the Feva GPs and main events as well. We are now the Ladies National and World Champions and came 5th at Nationals and 3rd at the Worlds.
I have loved going to all the places I have been to this year the best one definitely being the Feva worlds in Italy 🇮🇹. My goal this year was to try and win the Tera events, which I did, and come top 5 in the Feva events. I achieved both of these goals.
I am now moving on into the 420 with a new crew Ellie Rush. The 420 is a very fun boat and very splashy 💦⛵️. This half term I did a 4 day training camp in the 420 during which we improved on a lot of manoeuvres and speed. It feels a bit strange learning all the basics of a boat again but it’s also very interesting and we hope to improve rapidly over this season with our aim of being selected for the worlds and Europeans in 2020.
This year I was also fortunate enough to be invited to the endeavour held in Burnham at the royal Corinthian Yacht Club. This was an amazing experience racing against some of the best sailors in Britain and I would love to get the opportunity to go again.
I appreciate the support from Sailing Chandlery throughout this year and I hope you will continue to follow my progress in the coming year.
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we order some stainless beta pins, good price and very quick delivery.
Zhik described this range as medium waterproofness. Unsure what this means and whether I need a spare set of gear for stronger weather. Not convinced but it fits well and it’s a good make. Would be good to see a long term review
The Inglefield clip was invented by Lieutenant Edward Inglefield RN in the 1890s, it has been standard issue to British warships since 1895.
The idea was to make a reliable and fast way of assembling a hoist of signal flags, which they do very well.
I have had a long involvement with these clips, mostly for flags, but they have other uses, for example the West Lancashire Seabird One Design (a half rater) use the clips for their spinnaker halyard attachment to the sail, and I have seen a big version cut out of steel plate for a special job.
The standard clips are made from brass, these medium size nylon ones are clearly not as strong as brass, but they are good for small flags.
A further advantage is the avoidance of metallic stains on the bunting.
I don't think they would be strong enough for a big flag in windy conditions, but that isnt what i purchased them for.
Brilliant rope pack - thanks
Well made and arrived well within time frame really happy with the cover and service highly recommended
Many thanks to the team for advice on which products are in stock and which is most suitable.
This part fitted exactly.Excellent expert advice. Promptly delivered.
Regards Martin
Buoyancy aid arrived nice and quickly, and a nice little park of love heart sweets. Haven’t had chance to sail in it yet, but it’s a nice fit and great quality. Should be testing it out this Sunday.
Quick delivery, well made product and perfect for my purposes.
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I bought the rope to replace rope for stage curtains at our village hall. It was speedily delivered in time for the panto and is smooth to use and does the job perfectly!
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Finding it difficult to refuel & surprised how quick the fuel runs out
Came exactly as described --work well--delivered promptly
I haven’t used it yet but will be in a month or so on a trip up the east Greenland coast.
Service and delivery from Sailing Chandlery was excellent. Delivered when promised.
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