Category Archives: Half Ton Classic Cup 2011

12.30 – The fleet is now out in the race area and the wind is looking more promising.  Its still a bit unstable but the RC has the makings of a course ready so hopefully it wont be long before … Continue reading →

11.15 – Rob Lamb has just radioed the competitors again to update them on the wind situation.  He reports that the wind is still a little unstable but they now have around 7 knots from 140 degrees.  The forecast is … Continue reading →

10.44 – The sun is now trying to come out and its definitely much brighter here in Cowes but the forecast wind still hasn’t filled in although it is trying….. Here’s a quick snap shot of the view from the … Continue reading →

South Boats Special Projects Ltd. is pleased to announce that it has agreed to become the title sponsor of the 5th Half Ton Classics Cup, taking place from 22nd to 26th August. Hosted by the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club in … Continue reading →

If, like me, you’d never heard of South Boats before you saw them pop up as the title sponsor of the 2011 Half Ton Classic Cup you might be interested to know that the company is actually one of the … Continue reading →

Its now 10.00 and although the skies are lightening and conditions are improving we still don’t have any wind so Rob Lamb has posted a postponement and the AP is flying on the Club flag pole.

09.30 – The weather is starting to lift – it has stopped raining and we can see the mainland again – but currently we still have no wind out in the race area so RO Rob Lamb has radioed the … Continue reading →

Last night the 2011 Half Ton Classic Competitors enjoyed a brilliant Pirate fancy dress party.  Here are a few happy snaps showing some of the great costumes people came up with:-

Good morning from day 4 of the 2011 Half Ton Classic Cup supported by South Boats in Cowes.  After yesterday’s lovely sunshine and wind I regret to say that right now (08.50) we have leaden skies, rain and very little … Continue reading →

Perfect conditions on the Solent today so we got a bit carried away with our photos and videos.  Here is a quick slide show of our favourite images from today to keep you entertained.  More images at http://www.fionabrown.com.  Now onto … Continue reading →