Ahoy! July/August 2019

July | August 2019

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Contents

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THE BRIDGE

FEATURES

ROWING

EVENTS | PROMOTIONS

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10 Spring Regatta 16 Luxury Lodges of New Zealand Ladies Helm Day 20 St. James’s Place Sunset Series

29 RHKYC Outriggers take on The Pailolo and Kaiwi Channels in Hawaii 30 2019 World Rowing Coastal Championships

39 On the Horizon 40 F&B Food Promotions 40 Wine Page

SAILING

MARINE

22 Starter’s Box 24 Ruffian Report 25 RHKYC and HHYC Big Boat Monsoon Series 26 Looking Back: The 2018/19 Etchells Season 27 Sailing Development | Training

32 Marine | Boatyard 34 Ship Shop 36 Classified Page 37 Marine Directoryy

Calendar – July Calendar – August Commodore’s Message General Manager’s Message

CLUB LINES 46 Annual Staff Party 48 Club Directory 48 Members, Staff and Other News and Announcements

IMAGE: RHKYC / GUY NOWELL

OTHER SPORTS 38 Kellett Golf Society

Spring Regatta

www.rhkyc.org.hk

Vice Patrons Jimmy Farquhar, Li Fook Hing, Bob Wilson; Commodore John Woo; Vice Commodore Denis Martinet; Rear Commodore Sailing Lucy Sutro; Rear Commodore Club Adrian Pang; Honorary Secretary Mark Yeadon; Honorary Treasurer Ramon Archer; Rowing Captain Guy Parsonage. For other Club contact details please refer to the Club Directory on page 48.

Advertising or Editorial Enquiries contact RHKYC PR Department at ahoy@rhkyc.org.hk or 2239 0307 or 2239 0312 Ahoy! Design Michelle Shek, MYND Design. Articles for Ahoy! can be emailed to ahoy@rhkyc.org.hk The Club reserves the right to edit articles. All opinions expressed in this publication are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect the views of the General Committee of the RHKYC. Copies of the magazine are available at Reception and to view the e-version of the magazine (and back copies) go to the RHKYC website.

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St. James’s Place Sunset Series

The Bridge

5, 12, 19 and 26 July, 2, 9, 16 and 23 August Optimist Step 1, 2, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1,2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #1 (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Kellett Island Wine Fair Optimist Step 1, 2, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1,2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #1 (Day 2)

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Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #1 (Day 1)

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JULY

Optimist Step 1, 2, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1,2 and Go Sailing

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Disco Bowling on Thursdays Sports Bar

6 July to 18 August

1 July to 29 August

La Rioja Alta Wine Dinner in the Compass Room US Independence Day Celebration Mid-Summer Texas BBQ Night at the Middle Island Optimist Step 1, 2, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1,2 and Go Sailing Outrigger Canoe Introduction Course – Theory Youth Summer ROWING Camp #1 (Day 3) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Screening of Chasing Coral Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #1 (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 1)

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 3)

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Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 4) Outrigger Canoe Introduction Course – Theory Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Youth Racing Clinic Youth Summer ROWING Camp #3 (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Youth Racing Clinic Youth Summer ROWING Camp #3 (Day 3) Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #2 (Day 1)

Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Youth Racing Clinic Youth Summer ROWING Camp #3 (Day 1)

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Shelter Cove Wine Fair Optimist Step 1, 2, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1,2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #1 (Day 4)

5 ST. JAMES’S PLACE SUNSET SERIES Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #1 (Day 3)

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Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Adult Beginners Sailing Course Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Assistant Instructor Course Youth Powerboat Level 2 course Youth Summer ROWING Camp #2 (Day 4) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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ST. JAMES’S PLACE SUNSET SERIES

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Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Adult Beginners Sailing Course Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Assistant Instructor Course Youth Summer ROWING Camp #2 (Day 3)

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Hardstanding, Kellett Island

Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Adult Beginners Sailing Course Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Assistant Instructor Course Youth Summer ROWING Camp #2 (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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Giant Bouncing Castle Fun

Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Adult Beginners Sailing Course Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Assistant Instructor Course Youth Summer ROWING Camp #2 (Day 1)

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Adult Beginners Sailing Course Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Assistant Instructor Course Youth Powerboat Level 2 course

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ST. JAMES’S PLACE SUNSET SERIES Cloudy Bay Wine Dinner in the Compass Room Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing

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Wines of the Month

Terrazas Reserva Chardonnay 2018 – Mendoza, Argentina Terrazas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 – Mendoza, Argentina

SUNSHINE SERIES Adult HKSF Level 3 Supervised Sailing Session J/80 Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Outrigger Canoe Introduction Course – Practical (water) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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SUNSHINE SERIES Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session Adult HKSF Level 3 J/80 Crew Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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Giant Bouncing Castle Fun at the Hardstanding area Adult HKSF Level 3 Supervised Sailing Session J/80 Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

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Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session Adult HKSF Level 3 J/80 One Day Supervised Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

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Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course Intro to Small Keelboat Adult HKSF Level 3 Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session Intro to Small Keelboat Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session J/80 One Day Supervised Course RYA Safety Boat Course Outrigger Canoe Introduction Course – Practical (water) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Supervised Sailing Session J/80 One Day Supervised Course RYA Safety Boat Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

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Chilling Corona Buckets

July to August

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Champion of Champs

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4 and Solo HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #4 (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Kellett Island Wine Fair Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4 and Solo HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #4 (Day 3) Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #3 (Day 1)

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Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic

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Optimist Step 1, 2, 3 and Solo HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing

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Optimist Step 1, 2, 3 and Solo HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

20 Optimist Step 1, 2, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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Record Breaking ‘Mussel Party’ with Les Jamelles Wines

Main Deck/ Main Lawn/ Rooftop and Regatta Room Saturday 17 August

Optimist Step 1, 2, 3 and Solo HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing

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Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4 and Solo HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #4 (Day 4) Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #3 (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Shelter Cove Wine Fair Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Youth Racing Clinic Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #2 Day 1

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ST. JAMES’S PLACE SUNSET SERIES Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4 and Solo HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #3 (Day 3)

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Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Optimist Racing Clinic Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, 3 and Solo HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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16 ST. JAMES’S PLACE SUNSET SERIES Optimist Step 1, 2, 3 and Solo HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing

23 Optimist Step 1, 2, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing

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Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course Intro to Small Keelboat Supervised Sailing Session Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Intro to Small Keelboat Supervised Sailing Session Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Assistant Instructor Course Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

Wanted: Book Readers Record Breaking ‘Mussel Party’ with Les Jamelles Wines at the Rooftop, Regatta Room, Main Deck and Main Lawn Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course Supervised Sailing Session Assistant Instructor Course Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 3) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 One Day Supervised Course Supervised Sailing Session Assistant Instructor Course Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 4) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

Black Tie Champagne Dinner featuring Dom Pérignon in the Compass Room Wedding Unveiled 2019 at the Regatta Room Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course Supervised Sailing Session RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 5) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course Supervised Sailing Session RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme

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Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, 4 and Solo HKSF Level 1, 2 and Go Sailing Youth Summer ROWING Camp #4 (Day 1)

Disco Bowling at the Sports Bar Optimist Step 1, 2, 3, Solo and Go Opti HKSF Level 2 and Go Sailing Youth Racing Clinic Youth Summer ROWING Camp #3 (Day 4) Youth Summer PADDLING Camp #2 (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course

FRI ST. JAMES’S PLACE SUNSET SERIES

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CHAMP OF CHAMPS Wanted: Book Readers Adult Beginners Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course Adult Beginner Rowing Programme (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course

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Black Tie Champagne Dinner Wines of the Month featuring Dom Pérignon Compass Room

Saturday 24 August

Quinta da Pedra Longos Vales Alvarinho 2012 – Vinho Verde, Portugal Bella Superior Red 2015 – Dão, Portugal

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23 August

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Commodore’s Message Thank you to everyone who turned out for the Electoral General Meeting on 13 June which was not easy due to traffic disruption stemming from the demonstration down at Admiralty. My particular thanks to those that put themselves forward for nomination to serve our Club. Congratulations to those that were elected and we look forward to all committees being formed soonest and embarking on another successful season for the Club.

With the sailing of the Tomes Cup finally behind us, our congratulations go to Drew Taylor and Joachim Isler / Ambush for lifting the Tomes Cup (a day after their win in the first Sunset Series of the season) and to Frank Van Kempen / King of the Pin for taking the top spot in the Top Dog Trophy Series 2018-2019.

Commodore John Woo

會長胡祖榮

Despite not having much going in term of sailing after May, the Club’s community service work is going strong.

Thank you to the Shelter Cove Sub-committee who took disadvantaged youth out for a sail on 30 June – this time they invited youth from St. James’ Settlement. Our own RHKYC Charity Foundation are also organising their seventh annual Charity Sailing and Paddling Day on 4 August. The Middle Island Sub-committee also organised a beach cleanup at Round Island at the beginning of June. We look forward to their reports in a future issue of Ahoy! A big cheer and thanks to those who volunteered to run the race management at the annual Stanley Dragon Boat Races. They showed strong dedication working a 10-hour day from 0730hrs to 1730hrs.

As for rowing and paddle sports, our congratulations go to the Club’s Royal X dragon boat team for winning the Women’s, Men’s and Mixed categories at their first attempt in Tai Po District Dragon Boat Race held on Tuen Ng Festival Day. Our congratulations also go to all the rowers who competed at the Shing Mun Regatta One on such a hot yet windy day! Looking forward to August, please join me in wishing all the very best of luck to our members who are representing Hong Kong at the World Dragon Boat racing Championships in Pattaya, Thailand and at the World Distance Championships outrigger canoe event in Mooloolaba, Australia.

Last but not least, this summer many of our youth sailors from the Sharks squad are heading overseas for some essential international competition experience – have a look at the box on this page for details of which events they are competing in. I wish the best of luck to everyone racing oversea.

May I wish everyone to have a lovely summer break with your family.

感謝各位在6月12日即使金鐘出現大型示威導致交通混亂的情況下，仍出席當天舉行的選舉大會，在此特別鳴 謝一眾願意為本會服務的會員。恭喜各位當選人，期望所有委員會能盡快成立，並為來年的賽季再創高峰。 「Tomes 盃帆船賽」 終於圓滿結束，恭喜參賽者 Joachim Isler 及 Drew Taylor 的「Ambush 號」在比賽中獲 勝，他們在翌日舉行的首場「日落帆船賽系列」中同樣大獲全勝。「2018-2019 年Top Dog 盃帆船聯賽」冠軍得 主是舵手 Frank Van Kempen 的「King of the Pin 號」。 由5月份起直至開季前，各項帆船活動相對減少；而本會的主要焦點則落在社會服務上。首先，感謝白沙灣小組 委員會在6月30日為聖雅各福群會的弱勢青年舉辦一場帆船體驗日；香港遊艇會慈善基金會則於8月4日舉行 「第七屆慈善帆船划艇同樂日」；中途島小組委員會亦在6月上旬舉行了一場「環島海岸清潔日」。詳細內容將於 下期 Ahoy! 內刊登。再一次感謝所有在「赤柱龍舟賽」工作的義工們，他們當日由早上7時30分至下午5時30分 長時間為賽事提供志願工作。 在賽艇及划艇方面，本會的青年龍舟隊 Royal X 在端午節當日首次出戰「大埔區龍舟競賽2019」便在女子、男 子及混合賽中奪冠。另外，祝賀所有參加「城門賽艇賽1」的賽艇手在這炎熱潮濕的天氣下仍能完成比賽。展望8 月，請大家和我一同為代表香港參加在泰國芭堤雅舉行的「世界龍舟錦標賽」及在澳洲莫羅拉巴舉行的長距離 懸浮獨木舟世界錦標賽賽事的一眾會員加油！ 最後，今個暑假將會不少來自「鯊魚競賽隊」的青少年帆船運動員到世界各地參加多個國際比賽，從中吸取經 驗，有關各項比賽詳情，可參閱下方資料。祝所有在海外參賽的運動員一切順利。 祝大家與家人渡過一個愉快的暑假。

Good luck to our young Shark Sailors heading overseas for some international competition. Sailors will either be representing the Club’s Sharks sailing squad, Hong Kong Sailing Federation or HKODA. Optimist Worlds in Antigua – four sailors Optimist UK Nationals – eight sailors 420 Worlds in Portugal – four sailors 420 European Champs in Spain – four sailors Laser Radial Worlds in Canada – three sailors

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Optimist European Champs in France – four sailors 29er Worlds in Poland – four sailors Youth Worlds (420 team) in Portugal – two sailors Laser North American Champs – two sailors

General Manager’s Message Now that the Tomes Cup has finally been put to bed after being rescheduled twice, we can finally say that the summer season has begun! The Sunset Series on Friday evenings is going strong with 30 boats out in the harbour in week one, it’s just a pity that the wind did not cooperate for racing – but the after party was well attended with the DJ adding to the great atmosphere on the Main Deck.

General Manager Mark Bovaird

總經理布馬克

Whilst it’s a Spanish wine dinner in the Compass Room on 4 July, don’t worry we will also be celebrating America’s Independence Day with a Texas BBQ at Middle Island. Grab your Stetson and see you there (note that there will be an extra sampan service from Deep Water Bay).

Bookings open on 9 July for what was our fastest sell out event of last year – The ‘Mussel Party’. This year it will be bigger and better than ever and is being held on 17 August and at only $98 for all of the mussels, selected Les Jamelles wine, French fries, salads and French bread you can manage, it’s no wonder it’s so popular. This year we are aiming to break a world record and we are expecting at least 800 people to join us!

Don’t forget to book early to avoid disappointment.

With GenCom’s approval, we are on 1 July embarking on a six month trial period of taking table reservations at Middle Island and Shelter Cove for lunch Monday to Friday and dinner Monday to Thursday (except public holidays). The total quota of seats that can be reserved each day is capped at 20 indoors and 30 outdoors.

Each member account is limited to 11 guests. Reservations will be on a first come first served basis and there is a no show charge of $100 per head for lunch and $150 per head for dinner.

Here’s something new and fun… from 11 July to the end of August we have disco bowling here at Kellett Island. Surely that speaks for itself! As they say, “dance like no one is watching you”. Also new are the latest additions to the Bistro a la carte menu which have been very well received and starting from 2 and 3 July we will have new additions to the Compass Room and Sports Bar a la carte menus too.

I look forward to seeing you at the Club.

「Tomes 盃帆船賽」在兩度擇日重賽後終於順利舉行，並標誌著暑假正式展開！逢星期五舉行的「日落帆船賽系 列」在首週賽事錄得三十艘帆船隊伍參加，可惜風勢微弱；然而在 Main Deck 舉行的賽後派對人聲鼎沸，更因 有唱片騎師坐陣，場面熱鬧。 葡萄酒及香檳迷請留意，本會將於7月4日晚上舉行「La Rioja Alta 葡萄酒晚宴」，其酒莊的西班牙佳釀已有129年 歴史。另外，一向廣受歡迎的「Cloudy Bay 葡萄酒晚宴」將於7月26日舉行，屆時來自世界各地的葡萄酒將於晚 宴展出，是次晚宴將再次引證新西蘭是世界版圖上其中一個重要的葡萄酒生產地。在８月份，我們將會舉行一個 別出心裁的「Dom Perignon 黑色領帶之夜」，現場更有拉闊音樂助興，想必令你樂而忘返。詳情請見第41頁。 「西班牙葡萄酒晚宴」將於7月4日在 Compass Room 舉行，另外，中途島亦將同時舉行「德州燒烤夜」來慶祝 美國獨立日。到時見！（當日將會加開來往深水灣的舢舨服務班次） 去年最紅活動「青口任食派對」將於 8月17日舉行，並於7月9日開放接受報名，今年的規模將會更盛大。每位只 需付港幣98元正便可享用所有美味可口的青口及指定的 Les Jamelle 葡萄酒、薯條、沙律及法式面包等。今年我 們預料將會有最少800人報名，目標是打破往年的參加人數紀錄。請盡早報名，以免令閣下失望。 在理事會的同意下，由7月1日起中途島及白沙灣會所將會進行為期六個月的訂座試驗計劃，訂座時間為星期一 至五的午餐時段及星期一至四的晚餐時段（公眾假期除外)；每日可接受20個室內及30個室外的座位預訂，而每 名會員最多可預訂11位。訂座服務以先到先得的方式提供，如未能在預訂時間出席者，本會將會收取每位$100 （午餐）及$150（晚餐）的「未有依時出席」費用。 由7月11日至8月下旬，吉列島將設有「的士高保齡球」，讓人感覺置身於無人之境一樣。另外，Bistro 單點菜單的 新增菜式大獲好評，因此在７月２及３日起，Compass Room 和體育酒吧的單點菜單均會加入全新菜式。 期望在會內看見大家。

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For the wine and champagne aficionados, of which there are many of you, we bring you the La Rioja Alta Wine Dinner on 4 July featuring Spanish wines from a 129 year old winery. Our exceedingly popular Cloudy Bay Wine Dinner is back on 26 July showcasing the wines that for many around the world, put New Zealand firmly on the map as a serious wine producer. In August we turn to a very special black tie event with Champagne

by Dom Perignon along with live music to make it a very memorable evening indeed. All the details can be found on page 41.

Spring Regatta W O RD S: KO KO MUEL L ER | IM AGES: GU Y N O W EL L

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Feature | Spring Regatta he Club’s annual Spring Regatta was held over the weekend of 11 and 12 May to officially close off the Club’s 2018-2019 sailing season.

An auspicious number of 88 boats signed up for the two days of racing with one race held on the Saturday and two races held on the Sunday.

Each race had nine separate starts. The bulk of the racing fleet were one-design classes; Dragons, Etchells, Flying Fifteens, Impalas, J/80s, Ruffians and Pandoras. The rest of the fleet comprised four sportsboats and 26 big boats (with the big boats being split into three divisions).

Keeping an eye on all of this well-organised chaos was Race Officer Barry Truhol and his dedicated team of volunteers.

Saturday kicked off with blue skies, fantastic sunshine and a decent breeze of 7 to 8kts. To the delight of the racers, the breeze had built to JUL/AUG 2019 AHOY! |

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12 to 14kts by the time they reached the start line. RO Barry looked at the playbook and with the great weather, extended the courses a little; targeting to have the boats out racing for around two hours. Six race tracks in the eastern portion of the harbour were utilised and a longer course was set for Big Boat Division 1 which took them out of the harbour towards Siu Sai Wan and back. All finishes converged back in the harbour at the same point between North Point and Kai Tak.

In the Etchells fleet Racer X / Mark Thornburrow maintained his top position throughout the weekend with a 1st, 4th and 1st place finish in his three races. “We had a very good day.” said Mark and “ We had fantastic wind which kicked in for the second race. It was sunny and warm – in fact the whole Spring Regatta was fantastic, perfect!”

Frederic Azemard was similarly happy with his top place finish sailing his Dragon, Wudi.

Azemard scored three bullets across the weekend, commenting “The conditions were probably the best we have ever had at a Spring Regatta. Great weather, good wind, a bit of tactics as it was a little shifty and there was a little current but we really enjoyed it.”

The 2019 Spring Regatta was sailed in superb conditions and nicely brings to a close another successful season for the Club which our Rear Commodore Sailing, Lucy Sutro, reflected upon “The Club has seen a very successful season with a record number of boats participating in most of the Club’s events. If I had to pick some highlights I would pick the recent Ladies Helm race (a record number of female helms), China Coast Regatta (some great racing for the big boats) and finally Hong Kong Race Week, which just goes from strength to strength.”

Looking forwards, Lucy added “Next season we see the return of the Rolex China Sea Race, our blue-ribbon offshore race, where we watch with interest to see if the record set at the last race will stand. For the classes we will be introducing a new format for the Class Regatta which will have the classes racing against each other in a team racing format – Inter Class Festival. Details are still to be finalised, so watch this space!”

The prizegiving was held at the end of the two days of racing and was, as ever, a wellattended celebratory event. Commodore John Woo said “Without the support of our many volunteers, this event would not be possible. It takes approximately 20 volunteers each day to make the Spring Regatta possible by helping with Race Management, safety and the Protest Committee. I am sure you will join me in thanking them all for giving up their valuable time to ensure success of the event. I would like to thank all our sponsors: St. James’s Place, Solaris Yachts, Peroni, Mumm Champagne, Lillet, Skin Laundry, ETA Logistics and Sail World for their commitment to this event and hope to welcome them back to the Club in the future.”

Prize Winners

Spring Regatta – Results RANK

BOAT

Big Boat IRC 1 1st Lighthorse Alpha+ 2nd Seawolf 3rd Ambush Big Boat IRC 2 1st Red Kite 2 2nd Juggerknot 3rd Gambit Big Boat HKPN 1 1st Rampage II 2nd Seawolf 3rd Phoenix Big Boat HKPN 2 1st Vixen 2nd Juggerknot 3rd Kiasu Big Boat HKPN 3 1st No One Else 2nd Baby Beluga 3rd Boss Dragon 1st Wudi 2nd Elfje 3rd Dragonfly Etchells 1st Racer X 2nd Incoming 3rd Gunga Din Flying 15 1st Tomffoolery 2nd Tchaikoffsky 3rd Noisy Forefather Impala 1st Impala 1 2nd Rainbow Chaser 3rd Taxi J/80 1st Jahoo 2nd Footloose 3rd Joss Pandora 1st Windfall 2nd Solstice 3rd Panache Ruffian 1st Scallywag 2nd Buster 3rd Victory 9 Sportsboat 1st No Rush Ex. R2B2 2nd Gnarwhal 3rd Catch 22

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Shawn Kang Yuye Yan J Isler / A Taylor

4 6 8

Philippe Delorme Richard Van Den Berg

4 11

Keith Mowser

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Noel Chan Yuye Yan Robert Wiest / Victor Kuk / David Ho

3 7 10

Josephine Cheng Richard Van Den Berg Herman Wong

3 11 12

Wing Hung NG Patrick Yam / Matthew Yam Arthur Cheng

6 7 8

Frederic Azemard Andreas Brechbuhl Abraham Van Olphen

3 7 9

Mark Thornburrow Ian Fleming Nick Burns

6 11 13

Tom Sheppard Howard Williams Peter Britten

6 7 10

Mike Burrell / Gaston Chan Chung Yung Choi Dennis Chien

4 6 8

Tam Nguyen Henry Wong Kai Tan

5 7 9

Tom Ho Kui Wang Chair Edmond Chan

6 7 8

Oliver Cully Nicholas Bryan Wan Kit Kot

6 6 10

Joseph Chan Eliot Cargile CY Shum / Tony Yeung

5 5 8

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Sailors returned for the second day of racing on the Sunday hoping for more of the same conditions and whilst the wind was evident, it was proving to be difficult. “The third race was especially challenging because the wind dropped. We set shorter courses and then the breeze picked up and everyone ended up finished at around the two hour mark that I had been aiming for.” said Barry, adding “Otherwise, apart from the issues one has to deal with having that number of boats on the water, it’s been a fantastic weekend.”

Feature | Spring Regatta First row: First Big Boat Division 1 – Lighthorse Alpha+ – Shawn Kang; First Big Boat Division 2 – Red Kite 2 – Philippe Delorme; Second Big Boat Division 2 – Second row: Third Big Boat Division 2 – Gambit – Keith Mowser; Second Big Boat Division 3 – Baby Beluga – Patrick Yam and Juggerknot – Richard van den Bert Third row: First Etchells – Racer X – Mark Thornburrow; Second Matthew Yam; First Dragon – Wudi – Frederic Azemard; Second Dragon – Elfje – Andreas Brechbuhl Etchells – Incoming – Ian Fleming; Third Etchells – Gunga Din – Nick Burns; First Flying Fifteen – Tomffoolery – Tom Sheppard; Second Flying Fifteen – Tchaikoffsky Fourth row: First Impala – Impala 1 – Mike Burrell and Gaston Chan; Second Impala – Rainbow Chaser – C.Y. Choi; First J/80 – Jahoo – Tam – Howard Williams Fifth row: Second J/80 – Footloose – Henry Wong; First Pandora – Windfall – Tom Ho; Second Pandora – Solstice – K.W. Chair; First Ruffian – Scallywag – Nguyen Sixth row: Third Ruffian – Victory – Kot Wan Kit; Second Ruffian – Buster – Nicholas Bryan; First Sportsboat – No Rush – Joseph Chan Christina and Oliver Cully;

With thanks to our volunteers: On the race management team: Race Officer – Barry Truhol with his team members Alexander Aitken, Dawn Allen, Sheila Chan, Belinda Cheung, Alan Fung, Kat Leung, Sidney Leung, Jennifer Li, Bond Lo, Andrea Richey, Elizabeth Seymour-Jones, Jane Seymour-Jones, Edoardo Tocco, Elberti Uiterwaal-Postma and Adrienne Walder. On the safety team: Tommy Chan, Ronald Lau, Bruce MacDonald, Chris Nowell, Scott Surek and Carter Wong.

On the protest committee: Protest Chairmen – Ben Harding, Patrick Kwan and Tam Nguyen with their teams Ben Chong, Carlyon Knight-Evans, Kenny Mok, Bram van Olphen, Gerry Sonnemans, Tristan Stewart and Ken Wong.

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Feature | Luxury Lodges of New Zealand Ladies Helm Day

Luxury Lodges of New Zealand Ladies Helm Day The Luxury Lodges of New Zealand Ladies Helm Day was held on Saturday 4 May. Not one sailor that we could see wore pink and the only diva on the start line was an Etchells named Diva Deux – one of an impressive 57-strong fleet of boats competing across seven classes.

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n recent years the various classes within the Club have separately held their own ladies races; albeit at different times of the year. The genesis of this bigger all-encompassing event came last year when the classes decided to band together to have their ladies races scheduled on the same day. Many of the sailors that we talked to agreed this was a good move. One of those we spoke to was Violette Fung who was helming Etchells, Shrub who said “I think it’s a really good thing that the Club pulled together the ladies helm races from across the classes into one big event. We all saw how well it worked for the first time last year where everyone had a lot of fun and that’s why this year we are seeing more sailors take part.”

The event comprised two races for each class. The first race of the day lasted about an hour in a good steady 12kts of breeze across the harbour along with white caps and light rain. The J/80s, Sportsboats, Etchells and Impalas were sent on easterly course #306 which started

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the fleet in the harbour between North Point and Hung Hom and then sending them eastwards to Shau Kei Wan, back down to Kowloon Bay and a short leg eastwards again to end just off the old Kai Tak runway. Race Officer Brenda Davies described the Etchells’ first start as “enthusiastic” after four of them went over early at the start and only two of them coming back. There were also a few work orders for the Boatyard!

The remaining classes were designated an easterly course #328; also starting in the harbour between North Point and Hung Hom, this course took the fleets eastwards as far as Tai Koo Shing, back down half way to the start, up again to Tai Koo Shing and then also finishing off the old Kai Tak runway.

As soon as the boats got back to the start area, the sequence for Race 2 got going. The Sportsboats and J/80s were sent off on course #304

Feature | Luxury Lodges of New Zealand Ladies Helm Day

which saw them doing two laps around Shau Kei Wan. The Etchells followed suit on the same course, with a clear start this time. The Impala fleet then got going on course #325 which was sending them around Tai Koo Shing. The Flying Fifteens and Dragons also sailed around Tai Koo Shing and then the last to start were the Ruffians and Pandoras on a simple one-lap course around Shau Kei Wan. The wind held in and the tide turned into a slack tide. There were a few lulls but sailors enjoyed an average of about 12 to 14kts across the race area. The races were a little bit shorter allowing the fleets to finish closer to the Club. There were some very close finishes as there had been in Race 1. Brenda was pretty happy how the day went, saying “It was good harbour racing today and it was a good day out for everyone.”

The event encouraged female sailors of all experience levels to take part. Adrienne Walder helming Etchells, Quest, said “I entered because I felt it was about time I pushed myself a little bit more JUL/AUG 2019 AHOY! |

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because I’ve done a lot of sailing in the past but I’m not a natural racer, I’m quite a nervous person and so I thought that I would give it a go. The reason why I’ve done this event is because I’ve been assured that it’s all done in a friendly, fun spirit. I’ve also got a few friends helming other boats, so it’s made taking part seem a bit less daunting.” Adrienne sailed with her husband, David, as well as Marty Kaye. It was agreed for the sake of the Walder marriage that whilst Adrienne would of course helm, Marty would be the one in charge and share his expertise. This worked out well as the Walders are still happily married.

Also in the Etchells fleet was last year’s champion, Nagisa Sakai who “it’s like normal racing but with a twist, a fun twist.”

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Two ten year olds took part and exhibited no signs of nerves at all before the start. Demelsa Williams is no stranger to the event - having won in the Flying Fifteen class last year when she was only nine and again clinching the Flying Fifteen title this year. Demelsa was one of the first helms down on the pontoon before racing and when we asked her who was the boss on board, she replied without any hesitation “I am” and proud Dad, Howard, gave the thumbs up.

Over in the Etchells fleet, the youngest helm of the day by a few months was Emily Polson who was looking forward to her first time helming an Etchells. Dad James told us that the start was going to be their biggest challenge “we have to start like an Etchells, not like an Optimist!” but in the end it was all good.

The Club’s Rear Commodore Sailing, Lucy Sutro (who was also of course competing) said “Despite the fact that women make up approximately half of the Club’s membership, the average turnout for normal class racing is probably only 10 to 20% women. We need to do more to actively encourage women to get out sailing and this is a day to celebrate that girls also sail; not just the boys. In every race on every weekend there will be people who take this stuff very seriously and really, really want to win and there are other people who are out there just to enjoy

themselves and it’s absolutely fine to be in the latter group. And that is basically what sailing should be all about; when it becomes too competitive, it can be very daunting for people, particularly newbies and my tip for them don’t be nervous; it’s just a day’s sailing in the harbour.

I look forward to this event growing in the future and I’d also like to see more girls, and indeed more newbies, in every day class racing. “ If there was a ‘Super Mum’ award that day it would surely have been won hands down by Hannah Lee who, given the long day on the water, managed to express milk for her seven week old son, Leonardo, in between races. Said Lee, “This event is great because it shows you that it’s just as good when women are helming though I have to say I always helm my boat and I did much better today than when I sail with my normal crew so I don’t think it’s the helm this time!“ After racing, a prizegiving was held at the Club with none other than world-renowned female sailor Tracy Edwards, MBE, distributing prizes for the winner of each class. Edwards was in town to promote her charity, The Maiden Project.

Ladies Helm Day 2019 – Results Dragon

Dragonfly

Cindy Chung

Etchells

Incoming

Emily Keg

Flying 15

Tchaikoffsky Demelsa Williams

Impala

Taxi

Clarice Yu

J80

Footloose

Kandice Ng

Pandora

Panache

Rimmy Cheng

Ruffian

Victory 9

Bonnie Cheng

Sportsboat

Phoenix

Miay Tang

First row: First Dragon – Dragonfly – Cindy Chung; First Etchells – Incoming – Emily Keg; First Impala – Taxi – Clarice Yu Second row: First J80 – Footloose – Kandice Ng; First Pandora – Panache – Rimmy Cheng; First Ruffian – Victory 9 – Bonnie Cheng Third row: First Sportsboat – Phoenix – Miay Tang; Lady Helm Winners

With thanks to our volunteers: CK Chan, Joe Chan, Simon Murray, Gerald Ng, Sam Yeung and Vincent Yau. On the protest committee: Chairmen – Marty Kaye and Drew Taylor with their team members: Bonnie Cheng, Dennis Chien, Robert de Hare and Joseph Kwok.

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club and its members would like to thank all of the sponsors and partners that have helped this revamped Ladies Helm Day be the success it turned out to be. Title Sponsors Luxury Lodges of New Zealand (www.luxurylodgesofnz.co.nz) and Partners Lillet (http://www.lillet.com/intl-en/), (Teresa’s Turkish Towels (www.hkturkish.com) and Skin Laundry (www.hk.skinlaundry.com). We look forward to many more successful events like this.

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In the Ruffian fleet, Hilda Loong on board Miss Piggy was very much looking forward to getting out on the water having just had knee surgery and missing the entire season so far. Said Loong “Miss Piggy is my mother ship and I really want to helm for Ladies Helm Day. It’s great that the Club is doing an event so that all female sailors get to helm.”

Fellow competitor and regular helm in the J/80 fleet Belinda Ng sailing JeNePaBe agreed saying “I think it’s great to have all female helms racing against each other even though we are in different classes. We’ve only got four boats in our class today which is a real shame I think.

There’s definitely scope for the event to grow.”

St. James’s Place Sunset Series W O RD S: S A R A H P OW EL L IM AGE: SIM O N P OW EL L

Feature | St. James’s Place Sunset Series

Today, sailing is a huge part of my life; as a family, my husband, son and I spend every other weekend pleasure sailing around Hong Kong. A favourite spot is anchoring off High Island and spending the afternoon having a seafood lunch!

We also like to spend a lot of time around the Club which is our home away from home. My son learned to walk in the Main Bar (!), we had our wedding reception in the Compass Room and have had numerous parties here over the years so it features a lot in our family photos!

The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is a prestigious award winning sailing club with a true community and impressive history in Hong Kong. I’m proud to be an active member and pleased the values of my company and RHKYC are so aligned – community spirit, honesty in life and on the water, and of course a sense of fun!”

Describe your role at St. James’s Place...

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Small issues not dealt with such as not saving regularly or not planning for the future by doing something as simple as writing a temporary guardianship and a will can lead to big problems later.

My job is to encourage my clients to think about these financial issues. This includes future tax planning, protecting their families and businesses as well as creating platforms for future wealth. It’s a role I take very seriously and am so grateful to have built my business on personal recommendations.”

he ever-popular summer Sunset Series kicked off Friday 31 May with 29 boats out on the water. In all, 12 races make up the series and the event is open to all and an excellent excuse to start the weekend early.

For the third year running, St. James’s Place Wealth Management has taken up the mantle of title sponsor. We took the opportunity to catch

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up with St. James’s Place Partner and Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club member Sarah Powell to discuss the series and why she loves sailing.

Tell us about your sailing history...

“My first sailing memories are from my days as a girl guide in Northern Ireland. 12 years ago I picked it up again and completed an adult sail training course.

We are now very thrilled to announce that St. James’s Place have agreed to continue their relationship with the Club for a further four years! St. James’s Place are one of Asia’s leading wealth management companies, with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and across Mainland China. In a financial world increasingly focused on automation, St. James’s Place continue to believe the best advice is tailored to you and delivered face to face. A belief their clients seems to share, with 97% saying they would recommend them. (Wealth Account Survey, 2017 with 38,870 responses) To find out more about our sponsor, please visit www.sjp.asia

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St. James’s Place Sunset Series The ever popular St. James’s Place Sunset Series continues throughout July and up to 23 August. The series is open to all and it’s never too late to join but don’t forget to sign on for each race. The course is in front of the Clubhouse at Kellett Island but there may be variations due to the construction works in the harbour.

As usual there will be a ‘crew available board’ for crew to sign up outside the Main Bar and you can always drop by the Sailing Office for assistance in finding a boat.

Sunshine Series There are two Saturdays left of the Sunshine Series on 6 and 13 July – a relaxed Saturday afternoon race around fixed marks in the harbour. This is open to all classes with the usual sign up procedure in the Course Room. Enjoy a great opportunity to get to know the harbour before the more competitive sailing events in the autumn season.

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Ruffian Report W O RD S: JA MES RYA N A ND NI CK BRYA N | IM AGES: A STO N L AW

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n amazing end to an amazing season, saw continued dedication and commitment from the Ruffian fleet. The end of year prizegiving was attended by almost 120 people in the Regatta Room this year, which provides an excellent venue. A big thank you to the Club’s banqueting team for looking after us all so well.

There were big fancy dress efforts across the board to fulfill the Underwater / Hollywood theme, including a shiver of sharks and a cast of crabs, with the ‘best dressed’ prize going to the crew of Miss Piggy.

The evening was also a celebration of the Ruffians’ 45th year in Hong Kong, with specially engraved glasses and a commemorative spinnaker by Wilfer sails that was auctioned to great gusto. Congratulations to Brigand for winning and we look forward to seeing the spinnaker flying at the front of the fleet next season!

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The music was played throughout the evening by the live band made up from members of the Helios crew – truly a multi-talented set of sailors.

A big thank you to the rest of the fleet as well, with most Ruffians achieving a 100% turnout for the Ladder races! Without this full fleet, we cannot have the winners.

The main part of the evening saw the results dominated by Victory 9, who were overall Ladder winners and winners of the Chairmans, Frostbite, Rogue and Spring series, as well as first Ruffian in the Lipton Trophy. Victory 9 were also winners of the new Ruffian Top Dog trophy for first Ruffian in the Top Dog series.

The Ruffian class has also put in continued effort with newbies this year, including an Open Day, to bring in sailors (non-members as well as members) with limited sailing experience and training them up. The newbie journey includes practical racing experience plus learning the theory through two ‘rules nights’ that were held to sharpen knowledge throughout the fleet.

It is great to see interest expressed by these newbies in joining the club and to continued participation in Ruffian Racing!

Scallywag also had an excellent season, coming a close second in the overall Ladder.

Scallywag was successful in the Club trophy races too, coming first Ruffian in both the Autumn Regatta and HKRNVR. Larrikin was third in the overall Ladder and were also this year’s Ruffian Class Champions, after some very close and competitive racing in Lamma in December, followed by the Ruffian Christmas party at Middle Island.

So an amazing end to an amazing season, demonstrating the Ruffians can party hard just as well as racing race hard! The Ruffian committee wishes everyone a great summer of racing and is already looking forward to next year’s Ruffian Racing season.

RHKYC and HHYC Big Boat Monsoon Series W O RD S: JA MES LID BURY | IM AGE: TAOZI _ 0 07

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his sailing season the Big Boat Class Committee was pleased to hold the second annual Monsoon Series in conjunction with Hebe Haven Yacht Club. The Monsoon Series combines what was formerly the RHKYC Spring Cup with the former HHYC Winter and Spring Saturday Series. Results from the new Monsoon Winter Series 2018, the Monsoon Spring Series 2019, and the Monsoon Spring Cup 2019 were combined as the Monsoon Series 2018-19.

The Monsoon Series, held during the winter months from November through May when the wind is at its best, is a combination of geometric and island courses, which caters to the diverse strengths of the Big Boat Class.

It also challenges the competitors to adapt to a variety of conditions and tactical situations.

The island courses, especially, are great opportunities to enjoy the beautiful natural environment in and around Shelter Cove.

Monsoon Series results are calculated using the Cox-Sprague (1994 modified) scoring system, using the results published by the organizing authority of each race. The CoxSprague scoring system awards points not only for the place in each race, but also the number of races the boat participates in over the series. The more the boat participates, the higher chance the boat has of placing in the overall Monsoon Series.

The Monsoon Series is also an encouraging example of cooperation with all our friends in the sailing community. RHKYC and HHYC take alternating turns managing the Monsoon Series races and whichever club manages the series also assists the Dragon and Sportsboat Saturday racing series. Both clubs jointly promote the series to get maximum participation.

All the hard work and inter-club coordination has paid off with strong participation and some great racing. This season’s Monsoon Series saw a total of 40 boats competing, a 43% increase from the previous year, nearly evenly split between IRC and HKPN divisions. In the IRC Division, Talkinghead took the overall win, with Outrageous and X-Terminator joining them on the podium in second and third places, respectively. In the HKPN Division, Temujin took the overall win, with Ichiban in second and LoTech in third place.

Looking ahead to the 2019-2020 sailing season, the Big Boats Committee will be

introducing a new Harbour Series to be run in conjunction with the Club’s normal class racing in the Harbour. There have been relatively few opportunities for big boat racing in the Harbour in recent years and we’re excited

to offer this new series to fill the gap. Ten racing dates have been scheduled to share race management resources with the existing Harbour racing and to avoid overlap with other big boats racing in Hong Kong.

The Big Boat Class Committee would like to thank the international law firm of Ropes & Gray for continuing its generous sponsorship of our fleet for the second year in a row.

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Looking Back: The 2018/19 Etchells Season W O RD S: S C OTIA RY ER | IM AGE: GU Y N OW EL L

Sailing he Hong Kong Etchells fleet had another tremendous season this year and welcomed many new faces to the fleet.

In October, five Hong Kong teams made the journey to Brisbane to compete in the 2018 Etchells Worlds on Moreton Bay. In celebration of the 50 th anniversary of the Etchells, over 94 boats made the starting line, making this year’s fleet one of the largest on record. The Hong Kong contingent was the third largest (behind Australia and the USA) and included Mark Thornburrow / Mike Huang, Marty Kaye / Marco Pocci, Charlie Manzoni/Kevin Crandall, James Badenach and Greg Farrell. A great regatta was had by all, but none more so than Mark Thornburrow and team, who finished 2nd place overall – just edged out of a win. Stay tuned for more – as they try again this June at the 2019 Worlds in Corpus Christi, Texas.

This spring, we held our second annual Open Day to introduce new sailors to the fleet and share our love of ‘Etchelling’. 23 sailors, many of whom had previously taken sailing classes at the Club, joined the fleet for a day of fun sailing and racing. Some of our newbies, their interest piqued (and thirsts quenched at the obligatory dockside beers), joined the fleet for class racing through the remainder of the season.

In November and again in February, the fleet migrated to Middle Island for a jaunt at racing off Lamma. As hoped, the Class Championships,

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Henry Kaye and Whitehead series favoured us with brisk breeze and rolling waves for wet and wild conditions (and fabulous photo opps!).

March saw the sinking of the beloved Fuzzy Duck, owned by Christoph Michalski, as a result of an unfortunate start line incident with an enthusiastic (and very much on port) J/80. But after a semi-submarine tow into Middle Island and some dogged reclamation work, I am happy to report that the mighty Fuzzy Duck has been miraculously resurrected and is once again competing on the racecourse.

16 Etchells (the most of any fleet) sailed in the Ladies Helm Race, on 4 May. This year’s event was won by our own Sharks sailor, Emily Keg, who we very much hope will continue her Etchells career. Third place was also claimed by Sharks sailor, Emily Polson. Three cheers for the Sharks!

Thanks to many hours of boat work by Ian Fleming, Simon Watson and others, the Class has added a youth boat to the mix. HKG 555, newly christened 2nd Coming, is race ready and will be available for interested sailors to race at Class and Club events.

With a 2nd place in the Nations’ Cup (edged on corrected time by just four seconds to fellow Etchells fleet member Mark Thornburrow racing the unratable Flying Phantom) under the auspices of the Irish (Jamie McWilliam, Mick McCool, Scotia Ryer, Niamh Huang) and the Club’s Top Dog (Frank Van Kempen and team), the concluded a cracking season. Looking forward to the next one!

SAILING DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING CONTACTS

Sailing

General Enquiries Gloria Yeung 2812 7063 MI Sailing & Marine Manager Jonathan Rankine 2812 0172 MI Centre Manager Luke Van der Kamp 2812 7303 Senior Sailing Instructor Kelvin Lau 2812 7303 Sailing Instructor Patrick Chung 2812 7303 Head Racing Coach Christos Atzemian 2812 6255 Race Coach / Daniel Dolega 2812 6255 http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/SailTraining.aspx sailtrain@rhkyc.org.hk www.facebook.com/RHKYCsharks

OTHERS

EXPERIENCED SAILORS

YOUTH DINGHIES 11 to 18 yr olds

OPTIMIST DINGHIES 6 to 10 yr olds

Youth Summer Programme COURSE TITLE Step 1 (AM) 5 days 0900hrs – 1215hrs

CONTENT An introduction to Sailing with emphasis on enjoyment and familiarity.

Step 2 (AM) 5 days 0900hrs – 1215hrs

Learning to control boat, sailing across the wind and how to tack and gybe.

Step 1 (PM) 5 days 1315hrs – 1630hrs Step 2 (PM) 5 days 1315hrs – 1630hrs Solo (AM) 5 days 0900hrs – 1215hrs Step 3 (AM) 5 days 0900hrs – 1215hrs

An introduction to Sailing with emphasis on enjoyment and familiarity.

Step 4 (AM) 5 days 0900hrs – 1215hrs Go Opti (PM) 5 Days 1315hrs – 1630hrs

Improving boat handling skills and sailing knowledge.

Boat setup and racing experience.

An opportunity for Opti sailors to practice skills already learnt and build confidence on the water whilst taking part in fun and enjoyable activities both on and off the water. Minimum requirement: Step 2.

Beginners HKSF Level 1 5 days 0900hrs – 1215hrs

An introduction to Sailing for those with no previous experience.

11 – 12 A largely practical course that covers the HKSF Level 1 syllabus.

Sailors should be a minimum 45kg of weight.

For beginners aged 13 or above or sailors 11 years or older who already have a HKSF 13 – 18 Level 1 certificate. This course will cover the syllabus of the HKSF Levels 1 and 2 and will enhance the skills of those sailors.

HKSF Level 1 and 2 5 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs

Learning to control boat, sailing across the wind and how to tack and gybe.

Introduction to singlehanded sailing an Optimist using maneuvers and techniques learnt in step 2.

Learning to sail on all points of the wind. Tack and gybe.

Applying the five essentials.

AGE DATES 6 – 10 15 to 19 July or 12 to 16 August 29 July to 2 August 19 to 23 August 26 to 30 August 6 – 10 8 to 12 July or 5 to 9 August 22 to 26 July 19 to 23 August 26 to 30 August 6 – 10 8 to 12 July or 29 July to 2 August 15 to 19 July 5 to 9 August 12 to 16 August 6 – 10 22 to 26 July 19 to 23 August 26 to 30 August 7 – 10 7 – 10 8 to 12 July 15 to 19 July 22 to 26 July 7 – 10 22 to 26 July 6 – 10 8 to 12 July 15 to 19 July 22 to 26 July

or 29 July to 2 August 5 to 9 August 12 to 16 August 19 to 23 August or 5 to 9 August 26 to 30 August or 29 July to 2 August 12 to 16 August 26 to 30 August

15 to 19 July

or 5 to 9 August 12 to 16 August

8 to 12 July 15 to 19 July 22 to 26 July

or 29 July to 2 August 5 to 9 August 12 to 16 August 19 to 23 August 26 to 30 August or 22 to 26 July 5 to 9 August 12 to 16 August 19 to 23 August 26 to 30 August or 12 to 16 August

Go Sailing 5 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs

For practice experience after completing the Level 2 course. Practice the skills you have learnt as well as having fun. Sailing Pico, Feva or laser depending on your size and ability. Minimum Requirement: HKSF L2.

Youth HKSF Level 3 5 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs

Improving boat handling techniques to handle moderate wind conditions.

13 – 18 8 to 12 July HKSF Level 2 and one season sailing (9 months and 24 logged sailing hours) required to qualify for HKSF Level 3.

A five day clinic of race training on Picos, Fusions, Fevas or Lasers.

12 – 18 29 July to 2 August Level 2 or above is required.

A 5-day clinic of race training for Optimist sailors.

7 – 10 8 to 12 July or 12 to 16 August Step 4 or a recommendation from an instructor/coach is required.

3 day course including a 1-day sailing skills assessment. Successful candidates will 14+ 15 to 19 July or 11, 17 and 18 August be required to complete a 1-day on job training day before passing.

Level 3 or equivalent required.

This two-day entry-level course provides the skills and background knowledge 16+ 18 to 19 July needed to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence. It focuses on low-speed close quarters handling, man overboard recovery, an introduction to driving at planning speed, and collision regulations.

Youth Racing Clinic 5 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs Optimist Racing Clinic 5 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs Assistant Instructor Course 3 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs Powerboat Level 2 2 days 0900hrs – 1630hrs

Full details and application forms can be found on our website: http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/YouthSailTraining.aspx Please note that members have booking priority one month before the start of the course.

11 – 18 8 to 12 July 15 to 19 July

RHKYC Lifejackets at Middle Island Members are welcome to borrow sail training lifejackets hung on the racks at Middle Island. If you do wish to use one of these, please remember the following: • Before use please fill out the Hire Chit. Hire charge is $21 per session.

• After use please rinse, buckle up and hang on the appropriate rail with just 1 arm strap.

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SA IL T R A INING Application forms and more details www.rhkyc.org.hk click on Instruction or email sailtrain@rhkyc.org.hk

Sailing

RYA POWERBOAT TRAINING

SOCIAL WAYFARER RACE SERIES

These are practical powerboat handling courses.

Now held on Saturday afternoons and aimed at adults. Members and non members are welcome. See our website for more details.

Sunday – PM 7 July Sunday – PM 4 August Sunday – PM 14 July Sunday – PM 11 August Sunday – PM 21 July Sunday – PM 18 August Sunday – PM 28 July Sunday – PM 25 August

RYA Powerboat Level 2 Courses (inc. assessment) Option PBL2/8 6, 7 July Option PBL2/9 10, 11 August Option PBL2/10 24, 25 August RYA Safety Boat Courses Option SB2 27, 28 July

ADULT KEELBOAT COURSES/RACE TRAINING

ADULT BEGINNERS This 5 day practical course is taught in our Wayfarer dinghies and follows.

Also open to the public.

HKSF Level 1 and 2 Option 1 to 2019 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 July (Weekend) Option 2 to 2019 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August (Weekend) Option 3 to 2019 4, 11, 18, 25 August, 1 September (Weekend) Option 8 to 2019 11, 12, 13, 16, 19 September (Weekday) Option 9 to 2019 3, 4, 8, 9, 10 October (Weekday) HKSF Level 3 Course: TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs) *in case one day is canceled due to bad weather HKSF Level 4 Course:

TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs)

Course options (One Day): TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs) Refresher (One Day): TBA (0900hrs to 1700hrs) Refresher course is only available to those who hold a valid NSC Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certificate or one that expires in the same month.

HK PLEASURE VESSEL OPERATORS CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCE COURSE

Course: Exams:

ADULT SUPERVISED SAILING Skills refresher Distance Sail Distance Sail Distance Sail Skills refresher

J/80 Supervised Sailing Distance Sail: 14 July Distance Sail: 27 July Skills Refresher: 28 July Skills Refresher: 18 August Skills Refresher: 22 September Distance Sail: 5 October

Skills Refresher: 6 October Skills Refresher: 19 October Distance Sail: 20 October Distance Sail: 9 November Skills Refresher: 10 November Skills Refresher: 22 December

GMDSS/DSC SHORT RANGE RADIO OPERATOR COURSE

Part A (Master) TBA (1830hrs to 2230hrs) Part B (Engineer) 15, 17 July (1830hrs to 2213hrs) 7 July 13 July 14 July 21 July 27 July 28 July

J/80 Crew Course Course C2: 6, 7, 13 July Course C3: 10, 11, 17 August Course C4: 24, 25, 31 August Course C5: 14, 15, 21 September Course C6: 16, 17, 23 November Course C7: 14, 15, 21 December Platu Skipper Course Course C1: 26, 27 October and 2, 3 November

FIRST AID CPR AND AED COURSES

Distance Sail Skills refresher Distance Sail Skills refresher Skills refresher Skills refresher

Intro to Small Keelboat Course C1: 20 and 21 July Course C2: 3 and 4 August Course C3: 28 and 29 September Course C4: 30 November and 1 December

3 August 4 August 17 August 17 August 18 August

TBA (1000hrs to 1830hrs) TBA (1830hrs to 2100hrs)

GMDSS/DSC LONG RANGE RADIO OPERATOR COURSE Course: Exams:

TBA (1000hrs to 1830hrs) TBA (1830hrs to 2100hrs)

For further information please contact sailtrain@rhkyc.org.hk Sail Training Schedule The new schedule has recently been published online. Please remember that members do get priority on booking until one month before the course starts. In general we require a minimum of four students to be able to confirm a course.

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RHKYC Outriggers take on The Pailolo and Kaiwi Channels in Hawaii

OUTRIGGER CONTACT outrigger@rhkyc.org.hk

Racing over 100km crossing two open ocean channels in a week Unfortunately during a skill development session at The Mokes in the surf, Erin broke her arm meaning she was unable to compete in the relay, however Nick and Inigo were up to the challenge and took on the channel as a two-person team.

With similar conditions to the M2M, it was going to be a challenging crossing.

The relay works with a support boat that picks up the paddler(s) who gets out of the Outrigger, and then goes ahead to drop the same paddler of again 15-20 minutes later, making the changes part of the challenge and fun.

In the OC2 team with Jeremy and John spent the last 12km battling with another OC2 team from Hawaii to finish 22 seconds behind them in third place for OC2 men with a time of 5:10, and Nick and Inigo completed their crossing in a time of 6:10 to conclude a tough but extremely rewarding series of races.

The crew then returned to Hong Kong for the local race circuit organised by the Victoria Recreation Club, tired, but far more knowledgeable and experienced than when they left.

ast year, RHKYC Outrigger members joined a couple of separate races in Hawaii.

The Kaiwi channel OC1/OC2 relay, which is 65km from the island of Molokai to Oahu in April, and the Pailolo Challenge OC6 race, which is 42km from the island of Maui to Molokai in September.

For 2019, a group of our paddlers decided to return for the Kaiwi Channel relay, and at the same time race the Pailolo Channel on an OC1 in the M2M (Maui to Molokai).

A channel crossing in Hawaii from one island to another is a unique challenge. Usually with strong wind and large open ocean swells coming on a diagonal, the distances can seem significant and require skill and endurance.

This demands adequate preparation and the lead up the race – with over 500km of on the water training and gym hours to build strength The first race was the M2M on 13 April. Three of the team raced this – John McLennan, Jeremy Young, and Erin Juhl who was supported by Nick Crabb and Inigo Sanchez Arrotegui on a support boat after they had attended a paddle surf camp. We also had four other Hong Kong Outrigger and Surf Ski Paddlers there for a great squad representing Hong Kong.

With very strong wind leading up to the race the channel was in full form and the big ocean swells that approach from the back right side of the boat eventually folding around the end of Molokai to become from directly behind and give us ‘Sleigh rides’ into the finish.

The hours of training paid off, and it was great that all three crossed the finish line within minutes of each other after 42km – John 21 seconds ahead of Jeremy with a time of 3:14 and Erin with a time of 3:35 having started 20 minutes earlier.

Then it was to Oahu and Lanikai beach to recover and also prepare for the Kaiwi Channel relay, with some Hawaii Kai downwind runs and skill development sessions at ‘The Mokes’.

John and Jeremy were teaming up on an OC2 with two friends from Hawaii, and Erin, Nick, and Inigo were going to do a three-person team on an OC1.

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Rowing

W O RD S A ND IM AGES: JEREM Y YO UN G

2019 World Rowing Coastal Championships Coming to Kellett Island and Hong Kong Harbour Rowing W O RD S: MIKE TA NNER, Past Rowing Captain, RHKYC / Chair, 2019 WRCC Organising Committee IM AGES: 2 018 A SIA N ROWIN G C OA STA L CH A MPIO NSHIP S

he Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club counts its rowing history back nearly 120 years. After all that time, in 1978, seven rowing members of the Club had the vision to establish a governing body for rowing, now the Hong Kong, China Rowing Association (HKCRA), to bring rowing to the Hong Kong community and enable Hong Kong Teams to compete internationally. Since then Hong Kong has played well above its size and weight in Asian and World Rowing and RHKYC has continued to play a strong role in the support and further development of rowing in Hong Kong.

The Club is now set to further strengthen its international rowing credentials, providing the venue and support for the 2019 World Rowing

CONTACTS

Rowing Manager rowingmanager@rhkyc.org.hk Shatin Men’s Racing shatinrowingmen@rhkyc.org.hk Shatin Women’s Racing shatinrowingladies@rhkyc.org.hk Coastal Championships, organised by the HKCRA. The WRCC was first held in 2007 and has only been held twice outside of Europe – 2015 in Lima and 2018 in Vancouver Island. This will be the third and is the first time in Asia. The championships will be held from 29 October to 3 November (racing on 1 to 3 November) on a city-centre race course

Top: 2018 Asian Rowing Coastal Championships as a preparation event for the 2019 World Rowing Coastal Championships; Left: Outside Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club is the Start and Finish of 2019 World Rowing Championships; Right: Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club as the race village provides a perfect connection between the Metropolitan and the iconic Victoria Harbour

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Rowing L to R: The Harbour Regatta brought the rowing race back to the iconic Victoria Harbour; ATIR has attracted a lot of top rowers in the world. Eduardo sitting at the stroke seat is the current World Champion

in Victoria Harbour, from Kellett Island to Pier 10 in Central and return.

Awarded to the HKCRA by the World Rowing Federation (FISA), these World Championships will be the first time an ‘M’ Mark event has been held at the Club. It is a major undertaking and has needed a strong commitment to meet all the requirements of up to 700 rowers who are expected to compete, representing up to 25 countries and regions.

The Honourable Mrs. Carrie LAM CHENG Yuet Ngor, GBM, GBS, Chief Executive of the HKSARG has accepted an invitation to be the Patron of the Championships, giving strong support to the event and to government’s policy of encouraging the use of the harbour as a venue for international water sports.

Future Olympic Event?

FISA is currently discussing with the International Olympic Committee the possibility to include Coastal Rowing events in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Hong Kong event will be watched closely by the IOC and others as the potential of this new element of international rowing is carefully weighed up.

FISA President, Jean-Christophe Rolland, an IOC member in his own right and an Olympic Gold Medallist from Sydney 2000, will attend the event and a range of international and Hong Kong sports and government officials will be welcomed to the Club. We look forward to members also taking the opportunity to welcome top international rowers into the Club and to enjoy this unique chance to watch a World Rowing Coastal Championships from Kellett Island!

The World Championships will include seven events – solos (CM1x), double sculls (CM2x) and coxed quadruple sculls (CM4x+) for Men and Women and a Mixed double sculls event. Subject to final entry numbers in each event, about 35 races are expected in the three days of competition. With up to 18 crews in each race, it will make an exciting spectacle for spectators and extremely challenging navigation for crews.

Coastal rowing boats are designed for open water and are the same as those used in the ATIR. But coastal rowing is very different in many respects from the more commonly understood 2,000m straight-line racing where each crew has its own lane and is expected to stay in it! Coastal rowing is much more like sailing with a series of buoys to navigate around, without interfering with other crews. This is not always easy when rowers are facing backwards in the boat!

The Championships provide a unique opportunity for the Club’s two major sports, rowing and sailing, to find common ground. The course

similarities between sailing and coastal rowing is one of several reasons which makes the Club an ideal partner in this event. The Organising Committee will rely heavily on the Club’s very experienced volunteer buoy-laying team to lay the course at the beginning of each day. With some of the turning marks as close as 50m from the Central waterfront, the accuracy and stability of the buoys throughout the competition is paramount. The team has already clearly demonstrated their ability to meet these stringent requirements during the 2018 Asian Rowing Coastal Championships, which was held as a ‘test event’ on the same course in November last year and proved to be a great success.

But the Club has other major claims to partner with the Association for the World Championships.

It was a very deliberate choice of HKCRA to propose Victoria Harbour as the venue for the World Championships. The event will take advantage of the iconic image of Hong Kong and its harbour – a ‘Race in the City with its stunning urban backdrop will create an indelible memory for participants and their accompanying visitors. The Organising Committee hopes that this will provide an exciting foundation on which to promote the event itself and will provide an excellent opportunity to promote Hong Kong as an international water sports venue.

The Club is the only venue from which these World Rowing Championships can realistically be run in the harbour if the event is to meet the highest standards expected by FISA and by its ‘M’ Mark designation, providing the necessary access to the water, facilities for competitors, support of volunteers experienced in water sports and more.

For the local community, the World Championships will demonstrate the potential which the harbour presents for water sports, whether for active participation or for enjoying the spectacle from the waterfront. The annual Cross Harbour Swim and the International Dragon Boat Races already go some way to achieving this. The 2019 World Rowing Coastal Championships will provide strong reinforcement.

With all the world’s top coastal rowers in Hong Kong for the championships, the Club is targeting many of the WRCC competitors to join the 2019 Around the Island Race (ATIR), which will be held one week later. This will be part of the Club’s strategy to develop the ATIR into ‘must-do’ event for coastal rowers world-wide and, with support of the HKCRA, to put Hong Kong and the Club on the map as a key player in international coastal rowing events. There will also be a number of public participation lead-up events and accompanying programes linked to the Championships in order to create a lasting legacy and not just a one-off success for the event itself.

Further information will be provided to Club members as the event nears. The boat storage and athlete preparation areas for the Championships will be based on the Club’s hard-standing; the Regatta Room and Roof will be operational and spectating areas; competitors will use the changing rooms and showers; the swimming pool area will serve as a base for volunteers; a number of meeting rooms will serve the media and race officials.

In the meantime, other details can be found at the FISA website and Event Bulletin at http://www.worldrowing.com/events/2019-world-rowing-coastal-championships/event-information

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“WHAT IS HAPPENING” in the Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter?

W O RD S: A L A N REID

Marine o the observer the answer is, “not a lot” it seems.

There is a large body of open water, where our moorings used to be, that has been empty for months now. Why aren’t our moorings back there? Why is the new pontoon system not completely installed yet?

Excellent questions, and the answer is; now that work has been completed on the Central Wanchai Bypass and the Shatin Central Link, the Marine Department are not happy with the depth of water in the Typhoon Shelter and they wish it to be dredged to a depth of -4.35m over the whole shelter.

We are advised that MarDep have been insisting on this for over a year but is seems other Government Departments have been, how should we word this, slow in giving their agreement for the work to take place.

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Perhaps they did not have a budget? However agreement has now been reached and the Typhoon Shelter will be trimmed and dredged.

(At the time of writing this at the end of May, the intention is to start soon on the work, but we are not holding our breath).

Members will be aware that it is not possible to have a billiard table flatness to the bottom when reinstating the sea bed and so MarDep have a tolerance of + or – 30cm, or one foot in old money. Unfortunately some of the sea bed where our south pontoons are located is

Once the south pontoon is reinstated the old section of north pontoon will be removed so that trimming can take place at the bottom

of our slipway and the remaining part of our mooring area. Again once the trimming is complete a hydrographic survey of the area will be conducted and after MarDep approval the moorings can be re-laid in their original position. This will then free up space in the TS for the dredging that is required outside our mooring area.

As the other areas of the TS, such as the western entrance and the mooring area alongside the breakwater are considered as dredging, soil sampling has to be undertaken before a permit can be issued by the EPD for the dredging and dumping to take place. This requires a small barge to drill into the sea bed to gather samples of the sea bed. These are analysed for content such as heavy metals and other contaminants. If the samples are not contaminated the dredged material can be dumped in a spoil ground.

The process of sampling, testing and gaining approval for dredging and dumping can take a period of six months. Then the areas outside of our mooring area can be dredged so that the complete Typhoon Shelter has a depth of about -4.35 metres.

So there is another delay in getting the typhoon shelter back to normal but with a depth of -4.35 metres, on average, over the whole of the TS deeper draft yachts will be safer in the TS.

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Marine

Parts of the TS sea bed have already been dug up, tunnels installed and the sea bed reinstated. The depth in these areas is supposed to be an average of -4.35m.

However the other areas of the TS, such as the Anchorage Area, the Western Entrance and the section of TS where we have our vessels moored parallel to the breakwater, are less than this depth. During the tunnelling work inside the TS there were many barges and tugs operating. Tugs by their nature have large diameter propellers and whilst operating inside the TS the tug propellers, being close to the sea bed, cause wash which disturbs the sand and silt on the sea bed and causes silting of the sea bed on the downstream side of the tugs working area. This is especially true of the depth at the bottom of our slipway.

out of this tolerance, with both high and low spots. These high spots can be “trimmed� off and used to fill the low spots. This is not classified as dredging but as trimming and, as the grab is not lifted out of the water, because the sea bed is being moved about rather than taken away, trimming does not require a permit from the Environmental Protection Department for dumping the spoil. Unfortunately, to allow the area to be trimmed we will have to remove our south pontoon to allow barge access.

Due to the uncertainty of the length of time the work will take we have requested that the southern T shaped pontoon is moved to the north pontoon, beside the steps, so as to not reduce the length of our pontoons. As this area has already been dug up and reinstated we are hopeful that the trimming can be done sooner rather than later. After the trimming is complete the sea bed must be hydrographically surveyed and the results sent to the Marine Department for approval. This process will take another month after dredging or trimming is complete and hopefully, if the sea bed levels are satisfactory to MarDep, then we will be able to reinstate the pontoons in their final position to the south of the travel hoist pier.

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0040 1.7 0537 1.1 1152 2.0 1817 0.9

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0156 1.7 0627 1.0 1338 2.0 1923 0.8

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0148 1.8 0716 1.2 1325 1.7 1909 1.1

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0246 1.8 0729 1.1 1454 1.7 2002 0.9

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0231 1.8 0826 1.2 1447 1.5 1935 1.2

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0458 2.1 1247 0.8 2003 1.4 2214 1.4

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0549 2.2 1339 0.6 2048 1.5 2342 1.4

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0652 2.2 1429 0.6 2132 1.4

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0646 2.4 1422 0.5 2122 1.6

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0036 1.3 0730 2.2 1504 0.6 2204 1.5

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0059 1.3 0746 2.5 1502 0.4 2152 1.6

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0128 1.3 0806 2.3 1538 0.5 2232 1.5

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0202 1.2 0846 2.5 1540 0.3 2223 1.7

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0214 1.2 0844 2.3 1609 0.5 2300 1.5

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Kellett Golf Society W O RD S: PAT RICK SHERRIF F IM AGES: CHRIS LI

Other Sports

ere is a brief update on activities over the last few months.

We had our annual competition against the Football Club on 27 of March. This time the competition was held at KSC on the south course.

KGS hosted the event. On this occasion, unlike last year, the weather was very good. Apologies to all involved for the cancellation of the earlier engagement which had to be cancelled at short notice due to thunderstorms.

Ridiculously, again, this was a full closely fought competition between the Football Club and the Kellett Golf Society. All of the games bar one, were decided on the 17th / 18th hole in favour of the Football Club.

Congratulations to the Football Club!

Our next competition was against the Ladies’ Recreation Club on the 11 April. The competition was again on the south course at KSC. A great turnout by our KGS members and great weather for the event. As in the competition against the Football Club, we, the KGS, were unable to prevail. Again, most of our matches were lost on the 17th / 18th hole. A closely fought competition. Well done to the LRC! On the 14 May our captain, Chris Li, organised a fantastic social event/ golf training at UPP. Drinks, snacks and golfing tuition followed by a mini competition turned out to be an absolutely fantastic evening courtesy of funds from the Kellett Golf Society. A really enjoyable event especially as we were able to welcome three new members. We look forward to seeing you all at competitions in the near future.

Next competition is slated for 2 August against the Hong Kong Seniors at Fanling. Obviously it will be weather dependent. If you wish to take part, please email Circle Chair in the PR Department (circle.chair@ rhkyc.org.hk) as soon as you are able to commit to the event.

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Summer 3-days STEM Odyssey Meeting Room | Monday to Wednesday | 0930hrs to 1200hrs

Please book online and refer to website for more details.

Date: Mon to Wed, 15 to 17 July or 29 to 31 July Time: 0930hrs to 1200hrs Venue: Various venues in Kellett Island Age: 4 and above Fee: $1,788 per member. Guests are welcome to join with a member

at $1,966 per guest.

Remarks: Minimum 8 participants

Screening of Chasing Coral Rooftop | Thursday 11 July | 1900hrs to 2100hrs

Wanted: Book Readers Tai Kok Tsui Kowloon Saturday | from 13 July to 14 September | 1000hrs to 1200hrs Riding on the successful English Book Reading Programme in 2018 with over 40 member volunteers, the Charity Foundation will continue this meaningful programme in 2019.

The English Book Reading Programme is designed where the attributes of love, courage, positive thinking and kindness are incorporated in the selected English story books. There will also be role play; work sheets; arts and crafts; and games etc. to further enhance the deprived children’s confidence in English speaking and foster their passion of reading and learning. Consequently, your contribution to these children is more than just reading a book.

Please see our website for more details and register online.

The RHKYC Sustainability Working Group is pleased to present a special screening of Chasing Coral, the first of a series of events that aim to address sustainability issues and increase awareness of our collective impact on the planet.

This powerful documentary follows a team of divers, photographers and scientists as they set out to document the disappearance of the world’s coral reefs.

ABOUT CHASING CORAL Coral reefs around the world are vanishing at an unprecedented rate.

Chasing Coral follows a team of divers, photographers and scientists, as they attempt to discover why. Using specialized time-lapse cameras, the team captures the elusive process of coral bleaching and the impacts of climate change on these valuable ecosystems.

The film, which has won numerous awards, uses more than 500 hours of underwater footage filmed over three years and submissions from volunteers in over 30 countries to document the catastrophe silently raging under our oceans.

This event is free to all members and their guests but please book online and refer to website for more details.

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Why fish can float and sink in the water? What does a cell look like under a microscope? Discover the science and technology behind telescope, rockets and turbine.

Investigate mysterious chemicals and their reactions. Find out how our eyes see colors. Experience a collection of unique, problem-solving, scientific experiments across different fields of exploration. It’s all in the mix!

Disco Bowling on Thursdays Sports Bar | 11 July to 29 August | 1900hrs to 2200hrs

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Giant Bouncing Castle Fun Hardstanding, Kellett Island | 6 July to 18 August Our giant bouncy castle (so big, it’s bigger than the Shelter Cove Clubhouse) will be available during the school vacation period at the Hardstanding area every Saturday and Sunday from 1100hrs to 1700hrs. Absolutely free of charge and children must be supervised at all times.

Chilling Corona Buckets

Disco bowling! Music and Lights! Need we say more?!

For bowling lane reservations, please call 2239 0397 or email sportsbarandbowling@rhkyc.org.hk

July to August The heat is on! Order a chilling Corona Buckets at Middle Island to get cool at your parties at only $98 with four bottles of Corona (original price $140). Limited time offer.

Wedding Unveiled Summer Salad Bar Poolside, Kellett Island and Middle Island during weekends DIY your own creative salad, we have a variety of salad vegetables and condiments for you to choose from. Available at the poolside, Kellett Island or at Middle Island during weekends. Moderate size $78 or standard size $98.

Regatta Room | 24 August | 1200hrs to 1800hrs It is truly an afternoon of luxury and elegance at the Regatta Room – one of the best Club facilities in Hong Kong – for a wedding cocktail or dinner reception overlooking the outstanding west harbour view. Meet and get special promotion offers from our featured wedding partners for wedding gowns, make-up service, professional photography, jewellery advice, venue decoration and Chinese bride’s chaperone services. Our own professional banquet team will be on hand to guide you through how to have your wedding at the Club.

Special Offer: v For a booking received during the fair, members will enjoy a 10% discount on their deposit (non-refundable) v Members can enjoy a 20 discount on minimum food and beverage consumption for events on Mondays to Thursdays in July, August and September 2019, and January, February, July and August 2020 v A non-transferable free night at a 5-star hotel on the wedding night with complimentary breakfast

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La Rioja Alta Wine Dinner Compass Room | Thursday 4 July ‘La Rioja Alta is one of the most respected Rioja producers and one of my favourites.’

– Jancis Robinson, wine critic 10 July 1890, five families joined together to share their passion for wine and founded ‘Sociedad Vinícola de La Rioja Alta’ in the Haro Station district of Rioja Alta. La Rioja Alta represents the essence of vine-growing culture; its vines are tenderly cared for on a 473-hectare estate, 360 of which are vineyards planted on limestone soil in the best parts of Rioja Alta. Tempranillo dominates their vineyards, but in the past few years they have planted Graciano, Garnacha and Mazuelo which Graciano adds a special personality to their wines, and Garnacha makes Viña Ardanza always attractive and elegant.

Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Dinner 2000hrs Price $658 per person Speaker Mr Francisco Corpas, Export Area Manager Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386

or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

PRE-DINNER TASTING Lagar de Cervera Albariño 2018 MENU AND WINES Marinated Amberjack Fillets, Thai Asparagus Salad, Lychee and Citrus Dressing Lagar de Cervera Albariño 2018 ❧ ❧ ❧ Langoustine and Squid, White Kidney Bean Stew Torre de Oña, Torre de Oña Reserva 2012 ❧ ❧ ❧ Roast Lamb Rack and Lamb Sausage, Balsamic Jus Torre de Oña, Martelo Reserva 2012 ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Beef Cheek with Turnip and Baby Carrot, Blackcurrant Compote La Rioja Alta, Viña Ardanza Reserva 2009 La Rioja Alta, Gran Reserva 904 2000 ❧ ❧ ❧ Chocolate and Hazelnut Cake ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

Complimentary Selected Wines at Middle Island and Shelter Cove July and August The Middle Island and Shelter Cove clubhouses are popular especially during the hot summer months. Earn a stamp if you spend $300 on one chit – get 5 stamps and you’ve won yourself a complimentary bottle of selected wine for either in-house dining or to enjoy at home.

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Bistro Special Buffets Whilst the a la carte menu is obviously very tempting, the Bistro buffet is even more special on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays (lunch and dinner) and there’s no waiting involved!

Events | Promotions

From July, we shall have the regional Chinese cuisine night on Mondays, starting with Shanghainese food in July and August. On Tuesdays, the buffet features incredible Thai creations, on Wednesdays we highlight curries and on Thursdays it’s seafood!

Sundays focus on the family with live entertainment and a balloon twisting clown! We’ve also got a complimentary beverage package on offer too for a limited time.

ADULTS

*CHILD

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aged 9 to 12 years aged 5 to 8 years

Full Breakfast Mondays to Fridays

0730hrs to 1030hrs

$88

$62

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Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays Lunch Mondays to Fridays Saturdays and Public HolidayS Sunday Family Brunch Dinner Mondays to Wednesdays and Fridays Thursday Saturdays and Public Holidays Sundays

0800hrs to 1100hrs $108

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1200hrs to 1430hrs $188 $218 $348

$132 $153 $244

$94 $109 $174

1800hrs to 2200hrs $238 $288 $258 1730hrs to 2200hrs $258

$167 $202 $181 $181

$119 $144 $129 $129

*children at age below five are free-of-charge.

Due to high volume of business on weekends and public holidays, we strongly recommend our tempting buffets in particular for large tables. A la carte orders may take up to 30 to 45 minutes during the extreme busy periods.

No reservations, seats are on first-come-first-serve basis.

US Independence Day Celebration

Mid-Summer Texas BBQ Night Thursday 4 July | 1930hrs to 2300hrs

Live Entertainment during Sunset Series Main Deck and Main Bar | Fridays | 1800hrs to 2145hrs Our regular Resident DJs will play the coolest beats from 1800hrs to 2145hrs on Fridays during the Sunset Series. Enjoy the recommended Lillet Tonic at only $58/ glass after a fun and challenging sail at the Main Deck and Main Bar. Celebrate Independence Day at Middle Island with where we’ll have an American-themed BBQ buffet with unlimited craft beers and live entertainment. Break out the red, white and blue and get your friends together for a great night out. $328 per adult.

For reservations, call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Extended Sampan Service

Apart from the regular sampan, we will have a second sampan running from Deep Water Bay from 1800hrs to 2000hrs and 2200hrs to 0000hrs.

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Cloudy Bay Wine Dinner Compass Room | Friday 26 July PRE-DINNER TASTING Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2018

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In 1985, Cloudy Bay captivated the wine world with its aromatic and vibrant Sauvignon Blanc. With an innovative spirit and devotion to quality, Cloudy Bay put New Zealand wine on the map and that first Sauvignon Blanc, exported initially to Australia and the UK, secured its place in wine history.

MENU AND WINES Seared Red Prawn and Mexican Scallop Salad, Guava Dressing Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2018 ❧ ❧ ❧ Tempura US Oysters, Green Asparagus, Lime Beurre Blance Cloudy Bay Te Koko 2015 ❧ ❧ ❧ Slow-cooked French Chicken, Sedanini with Wild Mushrooms Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2017 ❧ ❧ ❧ Oven-baked Dutch Veal Loin, Light Cranberry Sauce Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2016 Cloudy Bay Te Wahi 2016 ❧ ❧ ❧ Apricot Crumble, Caramelised Orange Zest, Vanilla Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

Today, building on that reputation for excellence in New Zealand wine, the estate has expanded its portfolio to include expressive Pinot Noir wines from its collection of premium Pinot Noir vineyards.

Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Dinner 2000hrs Price $788 per person Speaker Miss Margaux Brengel,

Estate and Wines Brand Ambassador Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386

or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Wine of the Month AUGUST

JULY

Terrazas Reserva Chardonnay 2018 – Mendoza, Argentina Stands out for its elegant mouth entry and great smoothness. Fine traces of toasted bread add complexity to the mouth of this balanced Chardonnay. [Suggested food pairing: white meats with spicy sauces and traditional dishes such as humita and empanadas] $318 per bottle.

Terrazas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 – Mendoza, Argentina Aromatically complex, fruity and spicy aromas such as rose hip, liqueur cherries and thyme.

Full-bodied and balanced. Stands out for its sensual acidity and juiciness. Long, precise and pleasant finish. [Suggested food pairing: game meat such as wild boar and rabbit, lamb and other red meats especially grilled] $318 per bottle.

Quinta da Pedra Longos Vales Alvarinho 2012 – Vinho Verde, Portugal This citrus-colored wine reveals aromas with hints of apricot and orange blossoms. In the mouth, it displays intense fruit, typical of the Alvarinho variety. It is mineral and fresh, with a balanced acidity. [Suggested food pairing: dishes with grilled fish and soft cheeses] $298 per bottle.

Bella Superior Red 2015 – Dão, Portugal Violet hues, which reveal intense aromas of black fruits. Young and fresh, with harmonious and persistent tannins. [Suggested food pairing: red meat and cured cheese] $328 per bottle.

Available in all F&B outlets.

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Compass Room Set Lunch ‘1 for 2’ July to August

To say a thank you to our regular diners, you can enjoy two set lunches in the Compass Room at one price – with an array of delicates for a 4-course set lunch at no cost. We’re looking forward to seeing you soon!

For reservations, please call 2239 0374 or email compassroom@rhkyc.org.hk

Wine Set of the Month Light and Fresh Reds Enjoy selected light-bodied red wines for a hot summer.

The set will be a nice choice to go with light fish or vegetarian dish, and bigger meat dishes as well. v Giacomo Borgogno NO NAME Langhe Nebbiolo 2014 – Piedmont, Italy v Albert Bichot Maranges 1er Cru ‘Clos Roussots’ – Burgundy, France v Domaine Weinbach Pinot Noir Cuvée ‘W’ 2015 – Alsace, France v Bouvet Ladubay Saumur Champigny Les Nonpareils 2015 – Loire, France v Dacapo Grignolino d’Asti DOC ‘Renard’ 2017 – Piedmont, Italy v Heitz Cellar Grignolino 2015 – S’ Helena, Napa Valley, USA v Packed in RHKYC branded wooden gift box $1,988/ bottle For enquiries, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Banquet Summer Value Packages Summer Lunch Package for one individual room within Regatta Room Special minimum food and beverage charge for one individual room at HK$8,888 (original $12,500) from Monday to Thursday and HK$9,888 (original $14,000) from Friday to Sunday and Public Holidays valid from 1 June to 13 September 2019 Summer Dinner Package for one individual room within Regatta Room Special minimum food and beverage charge for one individual room at HK$18,888 (original $24,000) valid from 1 July to 13 September 2019 Summer Cocktail Package Special Offer for Rooftop Special minimum food and beverage charge at HK$25,000 (original $80,000) with the exclusive usage of rooftop for 3 hours valid from 1 June to 13 September 2019

With unrivalled view overlooking the Western Harbour, the Rooftop at Kellett Island will be one of the best venues for your next cocktail party. Alternatively enjoy drinks out on the balcony off of the new function rooms which are suitable for any style or size of event, from intimate small scale parties to large celebratory occasions.

Overlooking Deep Water Bay, you can also enjoy an exclusive private event with us at the Middle Island with a limited summer offer.

Limited Summer Offer for Middle Island Special minimum food and beverage charge for Lawn For lunch reception at HK$6,888 (original $10,000) and dinner reception at HK$9,888 (original $15,000) plus Special minimum food and beverage charge for Sedgwick and Minnitt Rooms For lunch reception at HK$3,888 (original $6,000) and dinner reception at HK$5,888 (original $9,000) valid from 1 May to 30 June 2019

Monthly Wine Fairs JULY

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Kellett Island, Wednesday 3 July, 1830hrs to 2030hrs Shelter Cove, Friday 5 July, 1930hrs to 2130hrs Shelter Cove, Friday 2 August, 1930hrs to 2130hrs Kellett Island, Wednesday 7 August, 1830hrs to 2030hrs

For reservations, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

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Record Breaking ‘Mussel Party’ with Les Jamelles Wines

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This has to be one of the most sought after and fastest event to sell out at the Club!

–The Season Opening ‘Mussel Party’ returns on Saturday 17 August with unlimited Dutch Mussels and selected wines. Similar with the Dutch mussel party in Zeeland, this year we are making the event even bigger by utilising the Rooftop, Regatta Room, Main Deck and Main Lawn for a record breaking number of 800 participants. Be a part of it! Invite your family and friends to enjoy unlimited mussels, wines, French fries, salads, French bread and sauces and be the witnesses for the new record at the Club.

Two acoustic trios will be strolling through the venues to add to the atmosphere.

Selected Les Jamelles Wines Les Jamelles Cinsault Rosé 2017 – Languedoc-Roussillon, France Les Jamelles Sauvignon Blanc 2017 – Languedoc-Roussillon, France Only $98 per person. Limited seats for 800 persons available so act fast!

Each membership accounts allow a maximum of 11 guests.

Please note most of the tables will be arranged on sharing basis for this occasion.

Booking opens 9 July at 1000hrs | Cancellation deadline 2 August.

For reservations, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk.

The event is sponsored by Links Concepts and Natural Holland.

Black Tie Champagne Dinner featuring Dom Pérignon Compass Room | Saturday 24 August Another quickly sold out event featuring the prestige champagnes of Dom Pérignon, our annual Black Tie Champagne Dinner is back for the off sailing season. Indulge in this classiest of Champagne dinners with live entertainment that will see you dance the night away.

Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Dinner 2000hrs Price $1,788 per member and $1,888 per non-member Speaker Mr Guillaume Cibin,

Dom Pérignon Brand Ambassador Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386

or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

PRE-DINNER TASTING Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut N.V. (Magnum) MENU AND CHAMPAGNE Balik Salmon, Passion Fruit Foam Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2012 Extra Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ Kataifi Prawn, Caviar, Mango Chutney Dom Pérignon 2008 Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ Roast French Pigeon stuffed with Orzo, Crispy Artichokes Dom Pérignon P2 2002 Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ Steamed Lobster Tail, Char-grilled A4 Kagoshima Striploin, Natural Jus Dom Pérignon Rosé 2006 Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ Red Cherry Mousse, Ginger Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea JUL/AUG 2019 AHOY! |

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Annual Staff Party

Presentation of 15 years’ Long Service Awards (L to R): Billy Chow, Leung Sau King and Eva Ng

A big thank you to the Commodore, Past Commodores, members and companies listed below for their kind donation of prizes to the Club’s Annual Staff Party held on 15 May. Their generosity is much appreciated by all of our staff.

Presentation of 20 years’ Long Service Award: Lewis Lai

Presentation of 25 years’ Long Service Award: Iu Lai Fong

40 years’ award to Lai Hei and Amy Lau

Singing Performers Staff Activities Committee

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS A & W FOOD SERVICE (HONG KONG) LTD ALBERT TSOI AMBROSE LO AMOROSSO FINE WINES ANGLISS HONG KONG FOOD SERVICE LTD | JUL/AUG 2019 AHOY! ART DECO PRINTING COMPANY

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Mahjong winners (L to R) Wong Wai Sang (3rd runner-up), Andes Tong (1st runner-up), Ben Liu (Champion), Raymond Wong (2nd runner-up)

Aeroplane Chess winners (L to R) Cristen Yew (2nd runner-up) and Vince Chan (1st runner-up)

Commodore Awards to (L to R) Francis Kwok, Kelvin Chu, Liang Qiwen, Fan Xiaoli and Frankie Cheung

Table Tennis winners Ladies Team (L to R) Cristen Yew (2nd runner-up), Dilys Wong (1st runner-up), Eva Ng (Champion)

Outstanding Achievement Award to Keith Cheung. Ben Rowe, Senior Rowing Coach received the award on behalf of Keith

KERRY WINES KINETIC TRADING CO. KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (HK) LTD KOWLOON FURNISHING CO KOWLOON YACHT DESIGN AND DECORATORS LTD LA ROSE NOIRE LTD LADDEN ENGINEERING LTD LEUNG YICK CO LTD LIFE FITNESS ASIA PACIFIC LTD

Best Photo Award to Geoffrey Lee

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Table Tennis winners Men Team (L to R) Jeff Tong (2nd runner-up), Eric Chau (1st runner-up), Tang Chiu Tong (Champion)

Best Singer Award to Jason Lee

Best Performance on Stage Award to Tang Chiu Tong

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Grand Prize Winner Michelle Fung

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Special Prize Winner Mak Fung Sim

VALDIVIA LTD VICKO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING CO. LTD. WAH CHEONG TRADING (HK) CO LTD WELL LIFE ENGINEERING LTD WORLDWIDE SEAFOOD LTD WSPROJECTZ LIMITED JUL/AUG 2019 AHOY! |

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CLASS SECRETARIES

Club Lines

Sailing Secretary David Norton sailing.secretary@rhkyc.org.hk Big Boat Maiyo Hood cruiser@rhkyc.org.hk Dinghies Dominick Hardoon dinghies@rhkyc.org.hk Dragon Ken Wong dragon@rhkyc.org.hk Etchells Bo Lee etchells@rhkyc.org.hk Flying Fifteen Carlyon Knight-Evans flyingfifteen@rhkyc.org.hk Impala Patrick Kwan impala@rhkyc.org.hk J/80 Fraser Boyd J80@rhkyc.org.hk Match Racing Seah Chin Yew matchracingsec@rhkyc.org.hk Pandora Joseph Wong pandora@rhkyc.org.hk Ruffian Jim Ryan ruffian@rhkyc.org.hk Sportsboats Eliot Cargile sportsboat@rhkyc.org.hk Youth Sailing Class Jono Rankine ysc@rhkyc.org.hk

SPORTS CONVENORS

Bowling Convenor Simon Boyde bowling@rhkyc.org.hk Golf Convenor Patrick Sherriff golf@rhkyc.org.hk Snooker Convenor Hugh Kerridge snooker@rhkyc.org.hk Squash Convenor Francis Longuepee squash@rhkyc.org.hk

CLUB CONTACTS

General Manager Mark Bovaird 2239 0300 mark.bovaird@rhkyc.org.hk Executive Secretary Polly Lee 2239 0301 Club Operations Manager Jacco Klip 2239 0338 Financial Controller Fred Wong 2239 0315 Membership Manager Tracy Leung 2239 0371 Head of PR & Communications Koko Mueller 2239 0342 PR Manager Janice Lam 2239 0340 Member Events & Communications Manager Jody Hui 2239 0312 Corporate and International Partnerships Manager Antony Phillips 2239 0353 Marine Manager Alan Reid 2239 0308 Boatyard Manager Matthew Morgan 2239 0311 Sailing Manager Ailsa Angus 2239 0395 Sailing Coordinator Gloria Yeung 2812 7063 Assistant Manager | Sailing Iris Yang 2239 0314 MI Sailing and Marine Manager Jono Rankine 2812 0172 Assistant Manager | Regattas and Events Nikki Claringbold 2239 0363 Assistant Manager | Race Management Brenda Davies 2239 0362 Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager Nick Crabb 2239 0322 Boatyard Office Manager Connie Chan 2239 0304 Facilities & Technical Manager Raymond Ng 2239 0303 Human Resources Manager Susanna Chung 2239 0310 Ship Shop Manager David Ho 2239 0336 Assistant Marine Manager Joanne Ho 2239 0309 House Manager Lorence Leung 2239 0352

ROYAL HONG KONG YACHT CLUB

Kellett Island, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, SAR Kellett Island Tel: 2832 2817 Fax: 2572 5399 Middle Island Tel: 2812 7202 Shelter Cove Tel: 2792 2744

www.rhkyc.org.hk www.facebook.com/rhkyc www.facebook.com/rhkycrowingsection www.facebook.com/rhkycevents www.facebook/rhkycsharks www.twitter.com/rhkyc

June 2019

Membership Movement ORDINARY MEMBERS Mr Charles E L Cederfeldt Malinis Mr Chow Hoi Bong Mr Lo Koon Jones Ms Johane E Royds-Jones Mr Brian L Stone Mr Michael S Valihora Mr and Mrs Rufus A Beazley Ms Mylene Clemente and Mr Andrew Tam Mr and Mrs Alfonso Di Pasquale Mr and Mrs Adam S H Fan Mr and Mrs Daniele T Ferraretto Mr and Mrs Chris K B Fung Mr and Mrs Vianney F H L Guezenec Mr and Mrs David Ho Mr and Mrs Rafe J Jadrosich Mr and Mrs Charles M Mansour Ms Jennifer Parks and Mr Michael Barth Mr and Mrs Tony W C Poon Mr and Mrs Brett A Rohrsheim FULL MEMBERS Miss Chong Nga Lai Mr Michael J Halkes Mr Andrew R McCabe Mr Simon A Murray Mrs Adrienne K Walder JUNIOR MEMBERS Mr James A M Coghill Miss Marina A V Fairfax Miss Henrietta M C Lane Mr Armani H Y Leung Mr Li Ka Ho Mr Alistair Liu Mr Maxwell G A Roger Miss Yvette K Yeung Mr Justin N Yeung

SHORT TERM MEMBERS Mr Tobias Lonnquist Mr Paul R Ridley Mr James S Verner CADET MEMBERS SPONSORED

BY A MEMBER Andrew L K Chan Aidan K H Wong Yeung Tin Yuen CADET MEMBERS Oliver L H Brock Margo O C Ireland Julian Koehn Nathan P T Pender Ian W H Soo Nathan W C Soo Ethan Tam Naomi Y H Teng Rory G Thomas CORPORATE NOMINEE SUBSCRIBERS Mrs Chloe L Thomas JP Morgan Chase Bank NA Managing Director Mr Wong Kai Ho JM Enigma International Group Limited, Associate Director Mr and Mrs Frederic C H Teng Standard Chartered Bank Managing Director

ABSENT MEMBERS Mrs Janine S Canham Miss Alvina Lai Mr James C Logie Ms Regula G Schranner Mr Leon C T Tam Mrs Joanna Yien Mr and Mrs Malcolm Y S Chiu Mr and Mrs Sam Farrands Mr and Mrs Gregory J Farrell Mr and Mrs Philip L Gregory Mr and Mrs Joseph D Griffin Mrs Sarah L O’Connor and Dr Paul J O’Connor Inez M B Farrands Holly J Farrell Charlotte I Gregory RESIGNATION Mr David J Bradford Mr Byron J Clatterbuck Mr Benoit J M F Guirouvet Dr and Mrs J P David Braga Mr and Mrs Kevin D Crandall Mr and Mrs Nicolo Magni Mr and Mrs Tai Chi Yip Enrique T B Chuidian Jaime S B Chuidian Jayson K S Fung Zachary K Larsen Raphaelle Lefebvre de Saint Germain Grace R C Nutman Perec L O’Connor Sennen T O’Connor Sabrina A Roberts Preston P Y Tso Philip Van Den Berg

New Fee Notice At the Electoral General Meeting on 12 June 2019, the following amendments to the subscription fees were approved with effect from 1 July 2019: SUBSCRIPTION FEE

SINGLE

MARRIED

Full & Ordinary Members and Corporate Nominee Subscribers

$1,182

$1,524

Individual Debenture Members

$1,524

$1,524

By order of the General Committee, with effect from 1 July 2019, the following monthly subscription fees will be payable: SUBSCRIPTION FEE Junior Member

$655

Cadet Member

$179

Short Term Member (Single)

$1,773

Short Term Member (Couple)

$2,286

Short Term Cadet Member

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