Ahoy! March 2015 by Koko Mueller

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Contents

10 18

14 The Bridge

Features

Rowing

Events | Promotions

4 Calendar 6 Commodore’s Message 8 General Manager’s Message

10 Hong Kong Dragon Championship 14 It’s Tough at the Top – Report from the Etchells Australian Championship

21 Time Trials – Round 1 22 Junior Beginner Easter Rowing Courses 23 Local Race Series Kicks Off

30 On the Horizon 31 F&B Food Promotions 32 Wine Page 34 Wine Form

Sailing

Other Sports

Club LINES

Hong Kong Dragon Championship

24 Squash

35 Club Directory 35 Members, Staff and Other News and Announcements

17 Starter’s Box 17 San Fernando Race Deadlines and Timetable 18 The San Fernando Race Foundation – Part One 19 Sailing Development | Training 19 Feva and 29er Nationals

Marine 25 Marine | Boatyard 26 Ship Shop 27 Classified Page 28 Marine Directory

Photo: Bill Cox

www.rhkyc.org.hk Vice Patrons Jimmy Farquhar, Li Fook Hing, Bob Wilson; Commodore Mark Whitehead; Vice Commodore Robert Stoneley; Rear Commodore Sailing Anthony Day; Rear Commodore Club John Woo; Honorary Secretary Charlie Manzoni; Honorary Treasurer George Li; Rowing Captain Alice Page. For other Club contact details please refer to the Club Directory on page 35. 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 or left in the Ahoy! pigeon hole at Kellett Island. 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.

MON

TUE

WED

Jeanneau Class Regatta

THU

FRI

Wagyu Beef Promotion

7 and 8 March

in the Compass Room

The Bridge

PVOCC Course

Kellett Island Wine Fair

MARCH

Burgers in the Bistro with selected items at Middle Island and Shelter Cove 6 March to 30 April Shelter Cove Wine Fair

Speaker’s Corner on the Main Lawn

First Aid Refresher Course

3 Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Level 3 Course

9 Ruffian Interport First Aid Refresher Course

10 St. Patrick’s Night in the Main Bar

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Level 3 Course PVOCC Course

23 Steps 1, 2, 3, 4 and Go Optimist HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing Day 1 – Junior Rowing Beginner Course

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Guerrie Rizzardi Wine Dinner in the Compass Room

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24 Steps 1, 2, 3, 4 and Go Optimist HKSF Levels 1, 2, 3 and Go Sailing PVOCC Course Day 2 – Junior Rowing Beginner Course

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Level 3 Course First Aid Course

PVOCC Course

St Patrick’s Day Ceilidh Adult Beginners Sailing Course RYA Safety Boat Course Optimist Practice Optimist Silver Squad

Rugby 7s Class Racing Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course

Wines and Beer of the Month Penedès, Spain Miquel Jané Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Miquel Jané Baltana Selecció (Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Tempranillo) 2011 Monteith’s Golden Lager (Naturally Malted)

Intro to Small Keelboat J/80 Crew Course

Class Racing Match Racing Spring Schools Regatta Stanley to Middle – Middle Island Island Coastal Race Around Beaufort Race Adult Beginners

Viña Errázuriz Wine Dinner in the Compass Room

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session Platu Skipper Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Assessment Course Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club

Class Racing Match Racing Inter-School Sailing Festival Ruffian Interport Day 1 – Hong Kong Day 2 – Hong Kong Open Indoor Rowing Open Indoor Rowing Championships Championships

First Aid Course

Jeanneau Class Regatta Adult Beginners Sailing Course Supervised Sailing Session Platu Skipper Course Optimist Practice Optimist Silver Squad

First Aid Course San Fernando Charity Dinner

Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Level 3 Course First Aid Course

SUN

Chinese New Year Auspicious Dishes in the Bistro 22 February to 5 March Wagyu Beef Promotion in the Compass Room 1 March to 30 April Intro to Small Keelboat Platu Skipper Course J/80 One Day Supervised Course Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club

1 March to 30 April PVOCC Course

SAT

Hong Kong Coastal Championships Pedro Blanco Race Dinghy Racing

Sailing Course J/80 Crew Course RYA Safety Boat Course Optimist Silver Squad Youth Sailing Club

Supervised Sailing Session J/80 Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Shing Mun ‘King of Sprint’ Regatta

27 Burgers

with selected items at Middle Island and Shelter Cove

6 March to 30 April

EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD GROUP PROUD TO BE THE OFFICIAL WEALTH MANAGEMENT PARTNER OF THE ROYAL HONG KONG YACHT CLUB The Rothschild family has a remarkable history that dates back over 250 years and their association with competitive sailing, which began in 1876, is truly unique. For almost 140 years, « Gitana » has conjured up images of a line of boats, which tell of a family passion that has constantly been driven by a taste for excellence. The Rothschild’s are continuing a tradition based on expertise and innovation, performance and beauty, a history where each generation has left its own remarkable imprint. Baron Benjamin de Rothschild, Chairman of the Edmond de Rothschild Group, has inherited his family’s keen passion for the sport. Creating the Gitana Team in 2000, he transformed a family passion into a school of excellence and has been actively involved in their success ever since.

Sebastien Josse, skipper of the Multi70 Edmond de Rothschild Gitana XV, the latest in the Edmond de Rothschild Group’s dynasty of offshore trimaran racers and winner of the 2013 Transat Jacques Vabre competition, secured an impressive 3rd place in the 2014 Route du Rhum. The victory was widely hailed by his peers, given the boldness of his feat: striking out alone on the Atlantic against 30-metre and bigger trimaran maxis while skippering an offshore multihull equipped for the first time with T-foil rudders. Aided by this spirit of innovation and cutting-edge technology, the Gitana Team has now set a new challenge for itself: taking part in the next Vendée Globe competition, starting on 6 November, with a new Imoca-class boat.

Edmond de Rothschild Group is proud to be the Official Wealth Management Partner of the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. Edmond de Rothschild Group has been named the title sponsor of both the Spring and Autumn Regattas as a new Regatta Series. EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD (SUISSE) S.A., HONG KONG BRANCH Suite 5001, 50th Floor, One Exchange Square 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong T. +852 3765 0600 – F. + 852 2877 2185 www.edmond-de-rothschild.hk

Commodore’s Message Congratulations to all who took part in Hong Kong Race Week incorporating ASAF Youth Cup. We were delighted to have around 200 entries this year. There were almost as many volunteers on hand helping with the organisation, and it was pleasing to see that many of them were Club members.

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Congratulations are also due to Ferdinand Heldman and nardo Giustiniani who fought a tough battle for the 29er Hong Kong National Championships on 24 and 25 January, coming a very close 2nd, and to Emma Fung who won the RS Feva Hong Kong National Championships, crewed by Lana Davies, over the same weekend.

Commodore Mark Whitehead

會長韋浩德

By the time you read this the Pedro Blanco Race will have started, we wish fair winds and good sailing to all competitors in this overnight race which is a great warm-up for the San Fernando Race. Later in the month we have the Class Regatta Port Shelter for one-design keelboats over the weekend of 7 and 8 March, followed the next weekend by the Inter-School Sailing Festival. At the time of writing we have 23 teams entering the latter, representing 14 different schools. The Big Boat Spring Cup is on 21 and 22 March, and the following weekend is of course Rugby Sevens. Then 1 April is the start of the San Fernando Race and I hope by now you all have your entries in – the deadline for late entries was 20 February! Prior to that, the San Fernando Charity Dinner will be held on Friday 13 March (article on page 18). It’s great to see the number of junior rowers increase month on month, I hope the forthcoming beginner courses encourage more juniors to get involved in the Stingrays squad. The race season is now under way for the seniors and I would like to wish them the best of luck. The Club’s 2015 Electoral General Meeting will take place on Tuesday 9 June at 1830hrs in the Compass Room. There are eight posts on General Committee for which elections are necessary – including Rear Commodore (Sailing), Rear Commodore (Club), Honorary Treasurer and Rowing Captain. I would like to invite our Life and Full Members to put forward for consideration by the Nominating Committee (of which I am the Chairman), the names of members who they think could be suitable for these positions, and who are either Life Members or who have been Full Members for at least two years, and I would be more than happy to receive your nominations before Tuesday 14 April by email to commodore@rhkyc.org.hk. I will see you at the Club or on the water.

今年的香港帆船賽週與ASAF青年盃帆船賽合併，成為其中一組賽事，有近二百個選手參加。恭喜所有參賽者，亦很高興看到很多義工在賽週幫忙，當中不少更是遊艇會會員。另外，恭喜 Ferdinand Heldman 和 Leonardo Giustiniani，他們於 1月24至25日的29er香港國際錦標賽，打了一場硬仗，取得第二，與冠軍只有些微之差。同一週末，Emma Fung 和她的船員 Lana Davies 勝出了 RS Feva 香港國際錦標賽，可喜可賀。當你閱讀本文時，大青針帆船賽已開始，選手須通宵比賽，並以此為熱身，備戰聖費蘭多帆船賽─ ─謹祝他們順風順水。緊接下來，3月7至8日將舉行單一設計龍骨船級別帆船賽。然後，是3月14至15日的校際帆船節，執筆之時，已有14間學校代表，合共23隊報名。大帆船春季賽盃在3月21至22日舉行，隨後的一個週末，當然是七人欖球賽。聖費蘭多帆船賽於4月1日正式開始，相信你們都已報名，不然的話，截止日期是2月20日，經已過去！賽前的聖費蘭慈善晚宴則於3月13 日(星期五)舉行，詳情可看第18頁。愈來愈多青少年成為賽艇手，令人鼓舞，希望隨後的賽艇初班能吸引更多年青人加入我們的 Stingrays 賽艇隊。高級賽艇手的賽季已開始，我在此祝福他們一切順利。 2015年選舉大會於6月9日(星期二)傍晚6時30分在 Compass Room 舉行。今年理事會須選出八個職位，包括：副會長 ( 帆船科)、副會長 ( 會務科)、名譽司庫和划艇長。我誠邀各終身或資深會員向提名委員會 ( 本人乃主席)推薦合適人選 — 參選者須最少在兩年前成為資深或終身會員。敬請於4月14日(星期二)前發送電郵至 commodore@rhkyc.org.hk 提名。希望出海時或在會所內碰到你。

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General Manager’s Message I hope you all enjoyed the festivities over Chinese New Year and I am happy to say that the RHKYC Charity Foundation played host to 60 people from the Red Cross Hospital Schools and the Mission to Seaferers who came to the Club for the Lion Dance and Fireworks. I was sorry to miss them whilst I was down in New Zealand for the latest instalment of the ICOYC Commodores’ Forum, hosted by the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron.

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It is with much sadness that we must report that after a prolonged battle with illness, long-term staff member Eddy Lee passed away peacefully on Sunday morning 1 February. Eddy had been a valued member of staff for over 23 years having started with the Club as a Barman in November 1991. He was promoted to Senior Barman in March 1995 and again to Bar Captain in April 2007. The Vigil service for Eddy was held on 28 February and the Club flag was also flown at half mast that same day. As mentioned in the Commodore’s message, Full and Life Members are invited to submit nominations to the Nominating Committee for eight posts on General Committee. Nomination forms are available on the members’ log-in section of the website, and these must be submitted by 14 April at the latest. General Manager Mark Bovaird

總經理布馬克

In September we held a ceilidh in the Compass Room which proved to be very popular, and a second one has now been organised for Saturday 21 March in honour of St Patrick’s Day which this year falls on Tuesday 17 March. Details are on page 30. I hope to see many of you there! On St Patrick’s Day itself, the Main Bar offers the usual St Patrick themed fare. If you don’t have tickets to the Rugby Sevens this year don’t despair – as usual, we will be showing the highlights in the Chart Room for the very keen fans at midnight on Friday 27 March, and then the games all day on the Saturday and Sunday. As you can see, despite the ongoing Kellett Island Development, the project is causing only minimal disruption and there is plenty still going on at the Club so we hope to see you down here as much as possible. Please remember also that all of the F&B facilities, particularly the Bistro, Compass Room and Main Bar, remain fully operational and the pool is back in operation on 1 March after its annual maintenance. The poolside in particular is a fantastic dining venue offering alfresco dining with wonderful views over the iconic Hong Kong Island skyline. On behalf of all the staff, I would like to offer sincere thanks to all members for their contributions to the Lai See fund which has been distributed to all staff. Members’ generosity through this annual tradition is always greatly appreciated. See you around the Club.

祝各位農曆新年快樂。很高興告訴大家，香港遊艇會慈善基金會於大年初二招待了六十位來自香港紅十字會學校和海員之家的賓客，一同欣賞煙花和舞獅。可惜當日我卻不在港，而在紐西蘭出席了最新一屆，由皇家紐西蘭遊艇會主辦的國際帆船俱樂部協會（ICOYC）會長論壇。沉痛宣佈，資深同事李煥栢（Eddy）經過長期抗病，最終於2月1日（星期日）早上安詳離世。Eddy 在遊艇會工作超過23年 — 1991年11月，他入職為酒吧侍應；1995年3月，升職至資深酒吧侍應，及後到 2007年4月成為酒吧部長。他的家人於2月28日為其設靈，同日遊艇會下半旗致哀。承會長言，資深會員和終身會員可向提名委員會，推薦會員競逐理事會內八個職位。提名截止日期為4月14日，有關表格可登入本會網頁的會員專區下載。去年十一月大受歡迎的 Ceilidh 歌舞同樂會，今年3月21日（星期六）再度重來，順道慶祝3月17日（星期二）的 St Patrick’s Day，詳情可到第30頁查看，希望大家踴躍報名！而 St Patrick’s Day 當日，酒吧亦會推出 St Patrick 限定優惠。沒有七人欖球賽門票的無需沮喪，一如以往，Chart Room 會於3月27日（星期五）播放精華片段，星期六、日則全日直播賽事。吉列島發展工程開始至今，騷擾輕微，會員可多到來，享用設施。同時留意，我們的餐飲部，特別是 Bistro、Compass Room 和酒吧依然正常營業。泳池經過年度維修，亦於3月1日重開。池畔是個優美的露天用餐地方，可一邊享受佳餚，一邊欣賞港島天際美景。最後，謹代表全體員工，感謝會員捐款到新年利是基金，我們已將之發放給所有同事。承蒙會員歷年慷慨支持，不勝感激。在會所見。

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Feature | Hong Kong Dragon Championship

Hong Kong Dragon Championship W ords: Rupert Street | Photos: Bil l C ox

irst off; a big thank you to the Club for hosting the event and to our sponsors Central Oceans, Northrop & Johnson. There is nothing like starting the year with a bang! (crash and wallop)! For this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hong Kong Dragon Championship, 14 boats lined up for a thrilling two-weekend regatta (17/18 and 24/25 January) at Middle Island. The Club kindly provided an awesome Race Committee;

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so a big thanks to Inge Strompf-Jepsen, Sofia Mascia and Elberti Uiterwaal-Postma for handling blustery conditions and a constantly moving anchorage. You can guess from the opening lines that Lamma delivered on the weather with gusts of over 30kts on the first day. From the get go the racing was demanding on both helms and crews. There were decent rollers and plenty of surfing and although the overall event was to be dominated by two boats, plenty of people saw action and no one went home without feeling some sense of accomplishment, including Phyllis Chang gaining line honours

for the first race, after taking advantage of a spectacular and disorderedly leeward mark rounding by some people who should really know better! From Race 2 onwards, D55 Zephyr (Tam Nguyen and Graham Bailey) led

the mid-fleet racing was tight and aggressive despite the conditions. No quarter offered or given in these tricky conditions, and although the results show consistent positions for Phyllis Chang, Lowell Chang, Joseph Chu and Simon Chan, the racing was close and spirited to the line.

As morning dawned on the second Saturday of racing, Wind-guru was showing what looked like a re-run of the first weekend. Helms and crews braced for the worst; pairing their boats down to essentials so as to avoid the inevitable slop that occurs with kit in this situation. Racing was similar to the first Saturday; all boats were repaired and pared down and despite some unavoidable sail damage to D31 Nattigheid and poor Bram Van Olphen, most boats made it through the day with little damage. If we ignore the leaders who continued to fight it out,

Going into the again much quieter last day, D55 showed a narrow point margin with her discards. D1’s only chance for victory was to create some tactical advantage from the line and keep D55 in tow for the race. This however was to be D55’s regatta, Tam delivered consistent and workmanlike helming ably supported tactically by Graham Bailey from the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes. Mid-fleet racing again was aggressive and with Phyllis Chang and Lowell Chang delivering strong results.

the field with D1 Celines (Marc Castagnet) snapping at her heels. The first Saturday wasn’t all about just two boats though. As many of you know, Lamma is a demanding location, and with a constant breeze of over 20kts (gusting 35) with often a confusing sea state, boats and crew need to stay alert and prepared. Some seriously professional crewing was delivered across the whole fleet with a special mention to D47 Wudi (Frederic Azemard and Guillame Douin), who started racing Dragons two seasons ago, and proved that hard work and determination does deliver good results. No mention of heavy weather can be made without including the baritone that is Jozef Roels - well done to Jozef for explaining to everyone their rights and wrongs! Saturday also delivered breakages, with D12 Eaux Vives (Joseph Chu) suffering a broken mast and D51 Mei Fei (Karl Grebstad) suffering a broken Australian. Well done Joseph for repairing the mast and well done Karl and Nick for repairing Greg (sorry you couldn’t repair the jib car). Sunday was a more muted affair, with two boats down and crews aching MARCH 2015 AHOY! |

Feature | Hong Kong Dragon Championship

from the first day’s action. Nothing could be more different on the water, with a warm 10kts NE breeze delivering an even course. Phyllis and Lowell Chang produced a family 1, 2 and the leading boats D55 and D1 extended their regatta points advantage, wrapping up the first weekend.

Feature | Hong Kong Dragon Championship

The prizegiving was held at Middle Island, with D55’s team taking the silverware home amid some wonderful prizes from our sponsors and Phyllis and Lowell Chang. Congratulations to the crew of Zephyr for a well-won regatta; well done Marc Castagnet for a deserved second place; and well done all competitors for making the event so memorable. A very special thank you to Virgile Bertrand and the crew of D41 Shiva, who continue to assist the incredible sailing charity Sailability and whose crew Mr. Foo Yuen Wai proved both resilient and professional in the face of such adverse situations (even straight after a 3km road race). A major thank you to Ah Wah without whom we could not continue, especially in heavy weather; and a final warm thank you to the Club, its staff at Middle Island and the brilliant Race Committee, to our sponsors and finally to our Class Captain Andreas Brechbuhl for producing yet another brilliant event. No Dragon Class event goes without something for luck, continuity and let’s face it our age! Thank you to Phyllis and Lowell Chang for providing the excellent Dom Perignon 1999, to toast the class, its members, our boats and Tin Hau.

Hong Kong Dragon Championship – Results 2015 Overall 1st D55 Zephyr | Tam Nguyen

2nd D1 Celines | Marc Castagnet

3rd D50 Phyloong II | Phyllis Chang

2nd D1 Celines | Marc Castagnet

3rd D46 Davinloong | Lowell Chang

Corinthian 1st D55 Zephyr | Tam Nguyen

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It’s Tough at the Top Report from the Etchells Australian Championship Feature | It’s Tough at the Top – Report from the Etchells Australian Championship

W ords: Mike Huan g | Photos: K y lie Wil son

n early January, 34 boats lined up for the Musto 2015 Etchells Australian Championship, the top regatta for the season and known locally as ‘the Nationals’. Hosted by the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron (RSAYS), the series was sailed on the waters of the Gulf of St Vincent adjacent to Adelaide. The weather leading up and into the first part of the series was quite unsettled as a large tropical storm in northern Western Australia, combined with a low-pressure trough down south, created unseasonably heavy precipitation, low temperatures and very fickle winds. Eight races were scheduled for the series from Monday through to Friday with two races per day except for Wednesday and Friday.

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After a successful Hong Kong Class Championships in November Hong Kong’s Mark Thornburrow, on Racer X (923), was looking forward to lining up against some of the top sailors in Australia. The team, comprised of Mark with Malcolm Page, Mike Huang, and their new main sheet trimmer Alex Gough, struggled a bit to find speed on the first day, which was sailed in 7 to 10kts from the south under cloudy skies. Tuesday arrived with winds of up to 30kts out of the southwest and a tide that was to turn against the wind. The fleet was postponed onshore until 1500hrs when PRO Stewart Ross called it for the day as the sea state was

Top: 34 boats on the startline at the Australian Championships in January; Above from left to right: Racer X crew – Mike Huang, Alex Gough, Malcolm Page and Mark Thornburrow

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deemed too rough for racing. The Hong Kong team took advantage of the free afternoon and got a special tour of downtown Adelaide led by their coach and longtime Adelaide resident Colin Smith.

Feature | It’s Tough at the Top – Report from the Etchells Australian Championship

After the unscheduled lay day, as well as the mid-regatta weigh-in on Wednesday morning, competitors were eager to get out on the water with winds of 15-20kts out of the southwest and lumpy seas for Day 3. For the first start of the day, (Race 3) the eagerness of the fleet translated into a General Recall and the Race Committee quickly decided to go straight to the Black Flag (BFD) to instill some discipline as the tide was helping to push the fleet over the line. The second start also ended up in a General Recall with the regatta leader at the time, Ray Smith on St John’s Dance, finding luck was not on his side and being called over early and given a BFD. The third start was clean with Course 2, a double windward / leeward finishing downwind. After a sluggish start on Day 1, Thornburrow and crew went back to the tuning guide sticking to basics and concentrated on in-boat communications to improve boat speed. They knew they were up against some of the top crews in Australia. The team rounded the top mark in eighth and progressively worked through the fleet to finish in second place. The SIs were amended to try to catch up on the number of races originally scheduled so a second race was added for the day. Race Four was a Course 1 which has an additional upwind leg on top of a double sausage. Thornburrow and team had a conservative first beat, rounding in seventh behind the lead pack, but gradually ground down the competition and sailed into the lead of the way up the final beat which about they held on to for the win, putting them into second place overall for the series. Luckily for Mark, the Adelaide fleet didn’t have the tradition of having the winner of the day buy drinks for all 34 teams! Thursday saw another two races scheduled with a drop kicking in after Race 5, which was expected to mix up the fleet at the top. Two races were completed in 10-18kts of breeze with wind still pushing against the tide, which resulted in a 1 to 1.5m chop. The Race Committee had to go to the Black Flag again but on this day the fleet behaved and no one was handed a BFD. Matt Chew and crew on GenXY (864) were the stand-out team on this day, winning both races and taking over the series lead on the penultimate day with Cameron Miles on The Hole Way (1306) just a point behind. Thornburrow and team had an

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Above from top: Racer X ( AUS 923) downwind in tight conditions; Racer X taking their bullet in Race 4 of the series

average day finishing in 8, 5 which put them in fifth place for the series (after the drop) behind John Bertrand on Triad (1383) and Noel Drennan on Baby Doll (1226). Friday began with a light northwesterly and flat water, which quickly turned glassy with the fleet drifting around for more than two hours until the sea breeze stabilised enough to permit a start. Two races were scheduled but it soon became clear that only one race was possible due to the time limit on the last day of racing. Course 2 was started in 6-8kts and flat water with pressure lines varying across the racetrack.

The left side of the course ended up paying and John Bertrand and crew led the fleet around the top mark extending his lead for the both the race and the series win as GenXY sailed their drop with a ninth. Thornburrow and team managed a respectable fifth in the last race, which cemented their fifth place overall in the series. Asked after the series how he enjoyed sailing in Australia, Thornburrow said, “Etchells are probably the best one-design keel boat in Australia, with great sailors in the class; if you want good close racing go down-under and join some of the regattas.” Let’s hope some of the Hong Kong fleet members do just that.

Starter’s Box Forthcoming Events

For those boats and crews taking part in the San Fernando Race, please remember that it is only a month away from the start of the race on 1 April, so make sure you get your race preparations and documents to the Sailing Office in good time.

Photo: RHKYC/Guy Nowell

Spring launches in Hong Kong waters with some great sailing events. For those wishing to experience a shorter offshore race, the Pedro Blanco Race gets things started. This is followed by the Jeanneau Class Regatta at Shelter Cove for one-design keelboats and the Inter-School Sailing Festival at Middle Island, so there’s something for everyone!

Sailing

Pedro Blanco Race Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March Jeanneau Class Regatta Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March Inter-school Sailing Festival Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March

Jeanneau Class Regatta

Alex Johnston Sailing Manager

The first major regatta after Chinese New Year will be held at Shelter Cove, featuring all the One-Design Keelboats, and welcomes back title sponsor Jeanneau, distributed by China Pacific Marine.

Photo: RHKYC/Guy Nowell

San Fernando Race Don’t miss the Welcome Party on Monday 30 March sponsored by Mount Gay Rum.

San Fernando Race – Documentation Deadlines and Timetable March Mon 23 Fri 27 Mon 30 Tue 31

Event / Information

Comments

Submission of Next-of-kin and Immigration Form, Radio and Equipment Certificates. Deadline for IRC Certificates/change of rating. HKPN PIPS Declaration deadline. Final Ratings posted on Official Noticeboard and end of protests on ratings. SFR 2015 Welcome Party – Main Lawn at Kellett Island. Immigration Clearance.

1800hrs

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START OF RACE: Victoria Harbour Location Party – San Fernando – Kahuna Beach Resort. Race officially ends. SFR 2015 Overall Prizegiving – RHKYC Compass Room.

Pedro Blanco Race There are a number of potential crew who have expressed interest in this race. If any boat that has entered or is planning to do the race is short of crew, please contact the Sailing Office. The Prizegiving for this event will be at the Welcome Drinks for the San Fernando Race on Monday 30 March.

All important information concerning the race can be found at: www.sanfernandorace.com

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Please remember to enter the event before the deadline, as we need to know numbers in advance due to limited space on the Shelter Cove hardstanding and pontoons.

All details can be found at: http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/pedroblanco.aspx

1800hrs 1900 – 2100hrs 1600 – 1900hrs: Geoff Edmonds Room 1830hrs: Chart Room Warning Signal 1310hrs 1700hrs 1800hrs 1900hrs – drinks 1930hrs – awards

Sailing / Rowing Circular

The Sailing Office puts this out every other Tuesday throughout the year regarding sailing and rowing events. Please contact lindsay.lyons@rhkyc.org.hk if you want something to be included or if you are not receiving these emails and would like to. The circular is best viewed in HTML format on your computer due to the pictures included in this newsletter. For further details please contact Alex on 2239 0362 or email alex.johnston@rhkyc.org.hk. For the latest information please visit our website www.rhkyc.org.hk MARCH 2015 AHOY! |

The San Fernando Race Foundation

PART ONE

W o rd s: C o lin Daw s o n

Date for the Diary – San Fernando Charity Dinner Sailing

Compass Room | Friday 13 March

n 1977 the Club started the San Fernando Race which, for the first race, was from the Philippines to Hong Kong. In 1979 it was decided to race to the Philippines and since then the race has grown in stature. In 1987 the race Chairman, the legendary Vic Locke, was posted on a year’s teacher exchange to Australia (just in time for the America’s Cup) and Paul Dalton took over the reins in his absence. For a while there had been chat about giving something back to the community in San Fernando as they had always been fantastic hosts and it seemed rather ‘not the done thing’ to turn up with dozens of yachts, hundreds of sailors, get drunk and leave again a few days later. The initial thought was to help educate the children of the banker drivers… but this was quickly quashed by the banker drivers as they realised that if their kids went to school there would be no one to do the work. The search spread its wings and a home for under-privileged children, which had previously been looked after by the American Navy, was found. The home was found wanting and the Club’s sailors quickly rallied round. Over the years they assisted where they could until in 1997 a brand new kitchen was opened. Following this input increased and we saw fundraising dinners, charity bar nights and general shenanigans taking place to support the home which by now was growing from the 16 children there in 1997 to the 32 we look after today. Over the years various improvements have been made to the

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living conditions the children have including a new roof, improved play areas and interior decoration. In 2002 it was decided to formalise things and the San Fernando Race Foundation was created. This allowed a more formal approach and the fundraising increased in pace. Rather than contribute where we were able to we took on a larger role and took over the maintenance of the home, plus the education and general well-being of the kids. Today we look after every need of the 32 youths in our care with the help of an amazing administrator who gives her time, on top of her job and her own family, entirely voluntarily. Theresa keeps a very close eye on the people there and applies a very strict programme to encourage all to work as a team and to work as hard as possible at school. This is paying dividends with extremely good results coming through and some of the children leaving college with qualifications they could only have dreamed of had the home not been open to them. None of this would have been possible without the support of the San Fernando Race and all involved with it. Next month we will look at some of the kids we have helped and hear some of their stories. We will also look at how we can continue helping them reach a few rungs up the ladder to give them the chance in life they would otherwise not have had.

Easter Sail Training

Feva and 29er Nationals Over the weekend of 24 and 25 January, 16 Sharks competed at the Feva and 29er Nationals. It was a windy weekend but a great experience. The Feva Championships were organised by the Aberdeen Boat Club and saw 11 teams take part. It was a chance for Optimist and Laser sailors to try their skills in a doublehanded dinghy. Communication and team work were new challenges not to mention the 20kts of wind on the first day. The Sharks were very competitive and managed to secure the top three places overall. Although we would like to have seen more spinnakers hoisted they did sail well in the strong wind conditions. Emma Fung and Lana Davies sailed an impressive series with four 1st places in the first four races and discarded a 3rd place to give them a comfortable lead.

Left : 29er Champs 2nd Ferdi and Leo sailing; Right: 29er Champs 2nd Ferdi and Leo

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to sign up for the Easter Youth Courses as members have priority when booking one month in advance. There are two weeks of courses and we also have an adult beginner course scheduled during the second Easter holiday week, ideal for those non-sailing parents to learn what all the fun is about! Contact us through the links above to find out more details.

1st Emma Fung and Lana Davies 2nd Thorwen Uiterwaal and Enzo Cremers 3rd Dolf Hendriksen and Matthew Clark 8th Abbey Hammond and Amy Hopkins 11th Ines Gillard and Oriane Voets At the same time the 29er Championships were being hosted by the Club and being raced in Stanley Bay where the breeze was consistently 18 to 22kts. Florrie Manzoni and Aymeric Gillard suffered some gear failure in the first race which forced them back to shore but they managed to make it back out for the fourth race of the day. Meanwhile Calum Gregor and Hugo Christensson were learning how to sail a 29er fast and although there was a bit of swimming they were getting some valuable points on the board. Meanwhile Ferdinand Heldman and Leo Giustiniani were putting their recent experience in Australia to good effect and scored two first and two seconds to lead after Day 1. The breeze dropped slightly for Day 2 and more boats were getting around the course providing some close racing. Florrie and Aymeric showed their potential by scoring a 3rd place in one race, while Calum and Hugo were consistent enough to secure 3rd place overall. For Ferdi and Leo it came down to the final race and unfortunately for them they finished 2nd behind Yann and Nathan from ABC.

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RHKYC Cadet Sharks Normal Squad Training every week Wednesday – Wednesday night races Thursday – Optimist Squad Friday – Laser, 420, 29er Saturday – Optimist and Laser Sunday – 420 and 29er For more details about joining the squad contact rob.partridge@rhkyc.org.hk

RYA Powerboat Training

These practical powerboat handling courses are available now. You must already hold the PVOCC. RYA Powerboat Level 2 Half Day Assessment Option PBA28 8 Mar 0930hrs to 1230hrs RYA Safety Boat Course Option 1 SB1 21 and 22 Mar RYA Powerboat Level 2 Courses Option PBL2/3 28 and 29 Mar

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March

February to June 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.

Inter-School Sailing Festival Come and support your school at this annual regatta being held at Middle Island on 14 and 15 March. This year we have 24 teams entered and once again the Race Committee will be squeezing in over 100 races in two days. This is without doubt the best spectator-friendly sailing regatta on the calendar with racing taking place right in front of the Club. Music, commentary and food will be available on the hardstanding, creating a fun yet competitive atmosphere over the weekend.

Provisional Entry List Division A – Feva Dinghies

Division B – Pico Dinghies

HK Academy

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Jockey Club Ti-I College

German Swiss International School Renaissance College

Hong Kong Schools Sailing Association

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Macau Anglican College

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Time Trials – Round 1 W ords: Peter W el l s | Photos: S arah Garner

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Whilst everyone is to be commended for their mature racing attitude, there were some standout performances; Elliot Marples won the fastest time in the under 18 boys category, Katie De Vos won the under 17 girls category, Adrian Ting won the fastest time in the under 13 boys category, and William Marshall came 2nd in new year brought a new start for the Stingrays which saw them invited to take part in the Hong Kong Junior Squad time trials. With a new training regimen allowing up to five training sessions a week, the 2015 season kicked off with the first stage of the junior trials on Saturday 24 January in the form of a 2000m ergo test. The testing took place at the Sha Tin boathouse, where the Stingrays were divided into age groups and competed against rowers from around Hong Kong. For many of the Stingrays this competition was their first 2km ergo test and for the less experienced members of the group, the excitement and adrenaline made pacing the race a challenge. All rowers started well and showcased their strength and determination – showing great promise for the future. For some, the strong start was not sustainable but many Stingrays nonetheless achieved personal bests and came away excited for the next round of competition. Adrian Ting described his experience by saying, “I thought it was good fun and I was really pleased with my time. It was a great experience, even though it was painful’ next time I am aiming for a 7:55.0.” With a few more 2km tests under his belt, and knowing how to handle the middle 1,000m, Adrian will be pushing fantastic times.

Top: Warming up and song choosing; Above: Signing-in time; Parents reminiscing about the old days in Colombo

Rex Martin, who had only been rowing with the Club for a couple of weeks but decided he would like to experience his first competition on the ergo as soon as possible, said, “It was really fun, even though it was my first time and it was pretty hard, I would definitely do it again.”

the under 19 boys category and won the record for the fastest time performed by the Stingrays. There will be six time trials held throughout the year, with tests taking place both on the water and ergo. Regular updates of times and performances will be published in Ahoy!.

Rowing Contacts

Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager sarah.garner@rhkyc.org.hk Juniors Rowing Coach hannah.dalkin@rhkyc.org.hk Middle Island Co-ordinator mirowing@rhkyc.org.hk Shatin Men’s Racing shatinrowingmen@rhkyc.org.hk Shatin Women’s Racing shatinrowingladies@rhkyc.org.hk MARCH 2015 AHOY! |

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Junior Beginner Easter Rowing Courses W ords: H annah Da lkin | Photos: S arah Garner

Rowing Left to right: Junior quad learning the basics; Tabby enjoying a pre-race laugh with Ciara Pickering and Sumi Kim; Rahel Wijeyekoon – a natural on the water

t’s that time of year again, the weather is warming up, the sun is shining and waters are packed with beginner rowers. We are offering two courses over Easter; course 1 from Monday 30 March to Saturday 4 April and course 2 from Monday 6 to Saturday 11 April. Each course runs Monday to Friday from 1000hrs to 1500hrs and on the Saturday from 0800hrs to 1000hrs.

Last year’s courses were a great success, minus the rain in week 1, with over 25 students participating over the two weeks. There were multiple opportunities to try out singles, doubles and quads as well as the odd bit of sweep rowing in fours. Many of last year’s beginners have gone on to join the Club’s Stingrays squad and now train up to five times per week as well as competing both

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locally and internationally. Tabitha Boyton (Tabby), who attended camp during her break from English boarding school Cheltenham Ladies said, “I wanted to try another sport and learn how to row. The Easter rowing camp was a great opportunity to meet others and learn the basic skills. Sarah, Hannah and Toby shared their passion for the sport and that was really where it all started. After almost a year of rowing I will compete in the finals of the British Youth Indoor Rowing Trials, this will be a very exciting time after training hard with endless rowing and intensive circuits. My aspirations are to get into the GB Youth Team and row for my country.” Tabby continues to row with the Club during her school holidays but I am delighted to be kept updated with her rowing in the United Kingdom. Being selected to attend the British Indoor Rowing Final Trial is a wonderful achievement in itself and the trial will set her up ready for the GB Junior trials in 2016. Having coached Tabby during her trips to Hong Kong I have noticed her passion and technique continue to improve, I am delighted she has continued her rowing while in the UK and would like to wish her all the best at the forthcoming trials. If you are looking for a new sport, or have watched rowing on TV, now is the perfect opportunity to give it a try.

To sign up for either of these courses please visit the ‘Junior Rowing’ page of the website or email hannah.dalkin@rhkyc.org.hk

Local Race Series Kicks Off W ords: F rancesca Zino | Photo : Xen Gl adstone

Rowing RHKYC paddlers cheer Claire Weustenraed, in the yellow Club boat, to the finish line

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Four individual Club paddlers braved the elements in a 7.5km course around the Deep Water Bay area, including an extremely unfriendly headwind on the home stretch. The season looks set for some competitive racing and Club paddlers were all very pleased to chalk some good results on the initial scoreboard.

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Squash

March 2015

words and photo : Paul D enham

Other Sports

Division 10 This year we have two teams playing in Division 10 which is working extremely well for the aprĂ¨s squash. The A team is currently sitting 3rd behind Head Advance 8 and HKFC 10. The top two teams get a trophy and there are still six games remaining so we have time to get into a trophy-winning position. The B team has slipped down to 7th and bottom position after having had a bad run Sander, Angelo and Angus with injuries. Masters 2 The Masters 2 team continues to battle manfully against strong opposition. Most of our opponents play Div 6 in the main league while most of us play Div 10. We managed to have a good win against Jaws, our old foes from M3. Bruno Van Der Schueren and Andrew Sullivan both got 3-0 wins while Sander Holman had a nail biting 3-2 win to seal the points. At the moment we are locked in a battle with Titlows to avoid the wooden spoon and we play them next.

Internal League With the Winter league in full force in January there werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t too many matches played in the boxes last month. Bruno Van Der Schueren finished top of box A with 17 points (and played all his matches) with Andrew Sullivan second with 12.

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Marine Update W ords: J oe Goddard

Hardstanding Machinery at Kellett Island

The Travel Lift piers are well underway and will be operational by late March. Our piers (and Travel Lift) have a wider span, enough in fact to lift the latest Volvo 65 yachts.

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The first welcome change is the addition of our new Marine Travel Lift, already in use prior to the pier’s completion. The Wise 50ton machine’s first job was to lift Frank Pong’s pocket maxi Jelik to install a revised keel.

New Mooring Arrangements at Kellett Island After a huge amount of activity in the typhoon basin, we are now seeing a small recovery towards the mooring plan proposed a few years ago. The Wan Chai Bypass tunnel works are now located further into the typhoon shelter and dredging of the water directly adjacent to the hardstanding is being completed in order to provide 4.5m water depth at low tide.

The basic shape of the new marina pontoons are shown below, the blue hatched area:

Looking from a tall building members will see the large triangle-shaped reclamation at the Police Officers Club. This triangle will be a busy worksite over the next couple of years as further cutting and drilling commence for the Shatin Link tunnel. Although most of the work done by the authorities to date has been ‘cut and cover’, the new contractors have elected to use a submerged tunnel to connect the causeway through the breakwater and the tunnel from Kowloon side. The submerged tunnel is a prebuilt concrete rectangular section cast on Hong Kong island and sunk into place. Fortunately this type of tunnel will not cause much disruption to navigation traffic from our Clubhouse to the harbour but there will be a couple more shifts of the mooring plan. The next layout of moorings will be available by Easter 2015 and look similar to the plan above.

Middle Island Ferry The existing north end of the concrete pontoons will be relocated to the southern end in order to facilitate easier navigation in from the breakwater. The new concrete pontoons designed and built by Marine Tek of Finland will provide the walkways and extra pontoon space we look forward to. Marine Tek have designed a stable and wide platform that runs around and inside the piers and back towards the Jardine steps, an extra length of over 100 metres. Members will be able to access the new pontoons by walking underneath the piers or via a ladder from the hardstanding at very high tides.

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BOAT ACCESSORIES ronsil Development ltd Unit 1704 17/F Kodak House II 39 Healthy Street East Hong Kong T: 2834 1633 F: 2834 0201 ronsil@netvigator.com Maxell anchoring systems

JADE MARINE (HK) LTD T: 9333 8084 info@jademarinehk.com

Boat Gear storage STORED! for yacht Gear

Yacht maintenance and brokerage

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Brokerage

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93 Che Keng Tuk Road Sai Kung Hong Kong T: 2791 4106 F: 2791 4124 E: info@pierceymarine.com www.pierceymarine.com 30 years in Hong Kong Suppliers of Top of the Range Marine products

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Jebsen & Co Ltd Unit 5 G/F Aberdeen Marina Tower 8 Shum Wan Road, Aberdeen Hong Kong T: 3180 3189 F: 2805 6867 info@jebsenmarine.com www.jebsenmarine.com

SIMPSON MARINE ltd Aberdeen Marina Tower, 8 Shum Wan Road Aberdeen, Hong Kong T: +852 2555 8377 brokerage@simpsonmarine.com www.simpsonmarine.com Celebrating 30 Years of Yachting Freedom

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Sky International

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Room 703 Henan Building 90 Jaffe Road Wanchai, Hong Kong Contact: Gideon Mowser T: 2827 5876 F: 2827 7120 sales@sky-international.com www.sky-international.com For all your Marine Leisure Needs, from Dinghies to Grand Prix Racing Yachts

No 29C Shum Wan Road, Po Chong Wan Aberdeen, Hong Kong T: 2580 8248 F: 2870 0263 Contact: May Chan sales@smooth-marine.com www.smooth-marine.com

1901 Dominion Centre 43-59 Queens Road East Wanchai Hong Kong Contact: Simon Boyde T: 2866 0114 sales@stormforcemarine.com www.stormforcemarine.com

Sailmakers

B.Van Zuiden (Asia) Ltd Flat B 1/F Fast Industrial Building 658 Castle Peak Road Cheung Sha Wan, Kowloon, Hong Kong T: 2148 3423 F: 2368 7455 M: 9668 8833 info@bvz.com www.bvz.com www.sunbrella.com Sunbrella Fabrics

Yacht insurance Aon Hong Kong Limited

Storm Force Marine Ltd

Marine Products Distributer and Chandlery

marine fabrics

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*Yacht Brokerage *Yacht Charter *Yacht Management

Training

DOYLE SAILS 19H, Hoi Kung Court 268 Gloucester Road Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Contact: Warwick Downes M: 9151 6767 doylesea@netvigator.com www.doylesails.com Doyle Sails Southeast Asia

28/F Tower 1, Times Square 1 Matheson Street Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Contact: Tommy Ho, Yacht Insurance Specialist Yacht Department T: 2862 4241 F: 2243 8861 tommy.ho@aon.com www.aon.com.hk

Jardine LLOYD Thompson Limited 5th Floor, Cityplaza Four 12 Taikoo Wan Road Taikoo Shing Island East, Hong Kong Contact: Tom Chan T: 2864 8918 F: 2161 0135 Tom_Chan@jltasia.com

Yacht Services Racing Yacht Services Ltd Contact: Nigel Reeves M: 9768 6437 nigel@racingyachtservices.com www.racingyachtservices.com Sail Storage / Boat Preparation / Running Rigging

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN REACHING THE BOATING COMMUNITY IN HONG KONG? ...then Ahoy! should be your choice. If you are interested please email ahoy@rhkyc.org.hk or contact the RHKYC PR Department on 2239 0307 or 2239 0312

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St Patrick’s Day Ceilidh Chart Room | 21 March | 1930hrs

Events | Promotions Following the successful ceilidh held in September, this one has been organised in honour of St Patrick’s Day. Come and dance the night away with your family and friends to the music of the Hong Kong Ceilidh Band. You don’t have to be experienced as a band caller will be there to walk and talk everyone through the steps before each dance starts. The evening begins with drinks in the Chart Room at 1930hrs, followed by dinner and ceilidh at 2000hrs. Tickets are $580 per person including a 3-course dinner (drinks not included).

Rugby Sevens Chart Room | 28 and 29 March

Please book online or email social@rhkyc.org.hk.

Speaker’s Corner

– Sailing Performance Driven by Scientific Research With André Hoek of Hoek Design Naval Architects Main Lawn | Thursday 5 March | 1930hrs André Hoek will talk about research, development and design, focusing on the development of hull shapes of classically styled yachts with modern underwater configurations, and the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics and Velocity Prediction Programmes which are used to optimize their hull shapes. He will also briefly explain the hull shape research for J Class yachts and various other designs. Please register your interest by booking online so we know how many people to expect.

If you don’t have tickets for the Rugby Sevens don’t worry, you can watch them in the Chart Room or at Shelter Cove from 0900hrs on Saturday and 1000hrs on Sunday. Also the highlights will be shown on Saturday from midnight to 0100hrs in the Chart Room only. Lawn catering will be available outside the Main Bar at Kellett Island, and jugs of San Miguel will be at a discounted price at both venues. If you do have tickets, remember to line your stomach with a good breakfast in the Bistro before you go – from 0730hrs on both days at just $105 per person.

Burgers in the Bistro Bistro | 6 March to 30 April with selected items at Middle Island and Shelter Cove

Events | Promotions

Chinese New Year Auspicious Dishes Bistro | 22 February to 5 March Braised Boston Lobster with E-fu Noodles in Supreme Soup 龍馬精神 (上湯波士頓龍蝦伊麵) Sautéed Clams, Broccoli 花開富貴 (西蘭花炒貴妃蚌) Braised Preserved Oysters with Lettuce 和氣生財 (生菜蠔豉) Braised Pork Knuckle with Lotus Roots 橫財就手 (蓮藕炆豬手) Prawn and Crabmeat Burger Prawn and Crabmeat Patty, Mayonnaise, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Poppy Seed Bun

Pan-fried Mud Carp stuffed with Minced Fish 年年有餘 (家鄉煎釀鯪魚)

蝦肉蟹餅漢堡蝦肉蟹餅、蛋黃醬、生菜、番茄、青瓜、罌粟籽包 Spanish Pork Rib Burger Spanish Boneless Pork Rib, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, BBQ Sauce, Poppy Seed Bun 西班牙豬肋肉漢堡西班牙無骨豬肋肉、生菜、番茄、青瓜、燒烤醬、罌粟籽包 John Dory Burger Breaded John Dory Fillet, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Garlic Aioli, Gherkin, Poppy Seed Bun 魴魚漢堡炸魴魚、生菜、番茄、蒜茸沙律醬、酸青瓜、罌粟籽包 Lamb Burger Lamb Patty, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Sage and Onion Bun 羊肉漢堡免治羊肉餅、生菜、番茄、青瓜、香草洋葱包 Tandoori Chicken Burger Sliced Tandoori Chicken, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Sage and Onion Bun 印式炭燒雞肉漢堡印式炭燒雞肉、牛油果、生菜、番茄、青瓜、香草洋葱包 All served with French Fries 以上漢堡皆配炸馬鈴薯條

Events and Promotions

Wagyu Beef Promotion Compass Room | 1 March to 30 April

Come along and try them out … From Australia M6 Wagyu Beef Tenderloin M6 Wagyu Rib Eye Steak M6 Wagyu Striploin From Japan Miyazaki A4 Striploin From Japan Kumamoto A4 Rib Eye Steak MARCH 2015 AHOY! |

St Patrick’s Night Main Bar | Tuesday 17 March

Events | Promotions

Celebrate St Patrick’s Night with a taste of Ireland – Irish Oysters, Irish Stew and Irish Whiskey plus… you can enjoy Guinness Stout at $55 per pint for the whole evening. Food and drinks will be available on a chit-signing basis from 1800hrs.

Guerrieri Rizzardi Wine Dinner Compass Room | Thursday 5 March

Private Parties Middle Island Have you ever considered having a private party at Middle Island? It’s a perfect venue for both indoor and outdoor parties for your family and friends. For more details, please give the Banquet Office a ring on 2239 0327 / 2239 0339 or email banquet@rhkyc.org.hk

Guerrieri Rizzardi is located in Bardolino and remains under the ownership of the Contessa Maria Cristina Rizzardi family. The vineyards and winemaking are managed by her son Giuseppe Rizzardi who trained in Bordeaux.  In 2010 Contessa Rizzardi was appointed a Cavaliere del Lavoro – the first woman to hold this honour, one of Italy’s highest, which places her among other great wine stars such as Piero Antinori and Vittorio Frescobaldi. Guerrieri Rizzardi are champions of the region’s historical grape varieties and produce an elegant range of wines which reflect land, their heritage and tradition. Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs

Poolside Looking for the ideal venue for a casual outdoor dining party that offers fantastic ambience under the stars and the iconic neon lights of the Hong Kong skyline? Look no further – the poolside re-opens on 1 March and we have a variety of value-for-money party packages to offer. For enquiries, please contact the Banquet Office on 2239 0327 / 2239 0339 or email banquet@rhkyc.org.hk.

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Dinner

2000hrs

Price

Only $878 per person ($838 per person for a booking of 6 persons or more per table)

Speaker

Mr Benjamin Vigier, Brand Ambassador of Guerrieri Rizzardi

Reservations

Call Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Pre-dinner Tasting Guerrieri Rizzardi Costeggiola Soave Classico DOP 2013

Menu and Wines Seafood Salad (Sweet Shrimps, Mussels, Snapper Fillet, Mesclun, Citrus Dressing) Guerrieri Rizzardi Costeggiola Soave Classico DOP 2013 ❧ ❧ ❧ Seared Tuna Fillet, Zucchini and Beetroot, Light Prune Jus Guerrieri Rizzardi Pojega Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOP 2012 ❧ ❧ ❧ Braised Oxtail and Wild Mushroom, Cherry Compote Guerrieri Rizzardi Clos Roareti Merlot IGT 2008 ❧ ❧ ❧ Grilled Venison, Capsicum Risotto, Gorgonzola Guerrieri Rizzardi Villa Rizzardi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOP 2009 (limited quantity) Guerrieri Rizzardi Calcarole Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2006 (limited quantity) ❧ ❧ ❧ Tiramisu, Wild Berries ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea

Wines of the Month – Penedès, Spain

Available in all F&B outlets at $285 per bottle Miquel Jané Baltana Selecció (Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon / Tempranillo) 2011 Intense floral nose with aromas of black cherry, vanilla and spices. Well-balanced red and black fruit on the palate with fine tannin structure. Available in all F&B outlets at $305 per bottle

CHEERS!

Beverage Specials Monteith’s Golden Lager (Naturally Malted) (330ml) $35 per bottle Available in all F&B outlets

Viña Errázuriz Wine Dinner Compass Room | Wednesday 25 March Viña Errázuriz was founded by Don Maximiano Errázuriz in 1870, and his descendant Eduardo Chadwick is now the fifth generation of his family to be involved in the wine business. Eduardo has overseen the modernisation of winemaking technology at this historic estate while maintaining a distinct identity for its wines. Dedicated to producing estate-grown wines of superior quality, Errázuriz has built a reputation as the ’Best of Chile’. ‘From the best land, the best wine’ is their philosophy. Viña Errázuriz iconic wines, such as Don Maximiano and Kai, take their place alongside top French wines in the latest review by Robert Parker. Pre-dinner Tasting 1930hrs Dinner

2000hrs

Price

Only $698 per person ($658 per person for a booking of 6 persons or more per table)

Speaker

Mr Nicolas Del Solar, Commercial Director of Viña Errázuriz Greater China

Reservations

Call Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Pre-dinner Tasting Viña Errázuriz Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2013

Menu and Wines

Monthly Wine Fairs Your attendance at our wine fairs does not place you under any obligation whatsoever to purchase wines. It is also basically a free wine tasting with no obligation – marvellous! The $50 ‘entry fee’ is returned to you in the form of a $50 dining voucher to spend at our F&B outlets! Many members are catching on to this and inviting groups of friends to enjoy the two-hour wine tasting and then using the F&B vouchers to offset the cost of a meal another day within two months! The wine fairs are a great opportunity for you to taste wines and learn more about them. And, if you do wish to purchase wines on the evening, you can enjoy a 5% discount on the already low prices! Kellett Island, Wednesday 4 March, 1830hrs to 2030hrs Shelter Cove, Friday 6 March, 1930hrs to 2130hrs For reservations, please email events@rhkyc.org.hk

Chilled Prawns, Scallops, Frisée, Garlic and Parsley Aioli Viña Errázuriz Wild Ferment Chardonnay 2013 ❧ ❧ ❧ Pan-fried Atlantic Cod Fillet, Basil, Vine-ripened Tomato Coulis Viña Errázuriz Wild Ferment Pinot Noir 2011 ❧ ❧ ❧ Roast Guinea Fowl, Glazed Apple, Natural Jus Viña Errázuriz Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 ❧ ❧ ❧ Char-grilled Beef Tenderloin, Parsnip, Baby Carrots, Watercress, Pepper Sauce Don Maximiano Founder’s Reserve 2012 (limited quantity) Viña Errázuriz Kai 2011 (limited quantity) ❧ ❧ ❧ Apricot Crumble, Vanilla Sauce Viña Errázuriz Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2012 (375ml) ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea MARCH 2015 AHOY! |

Events | Promotions

Miquel Jané Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Expressive and elegant fruity aromas, with hints of herbal undertones; silky smooth and lingering on the palate with fruity and floral notes.

Wine Delivery Order Form – March 2015 ‘Try Before You Buy – No Obligation!’ All the wines listed below are featured at the monthly wine fairs at both Kellett Island and Shelter Cove. If you do enjoy the wines and wish to make a purchase, you can enjoy a 5% discount on these already low prices!

Events | Promotions

Kellett Island Wine Fair – Chart Room, Wednesday 4 March, 1830hrs to 2030hrs, guests welcome. Shelter Cove Wine Fair – Shelter Cove Clubhouse, Friday 6 March, 1930hrs to 2130hrs, guests welcome. Wine Fair entry is only $50 per person which includes the sampling of all the wines on the list, complimentary canapés and a $50 dining voucher which can be used in F&B outlets within two months. Another way to look at it is that you’re attending these wine fairs free of charge! See the website for further details. Book now with Janice Yip in the F&B Office on 2239 0340 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk

White Wines

per bottle

Miquel Jané Sauvignon Blanc 2014 – Penedès, Spain (wine of the month)

$134

Maior de Mendoza ‘Sobre Lías’ Albariño 2013 – Rías Baixas, Spain

$163

Laugel ‘Cuvée Sélectionnée’ Gewurztraminer 2012 – Alsace, France

$163

Pelissero Moscato d’Asti DOCG 2014 – Piemonte, Italy

$165

Nuiton-Beaunoy Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Blanc 2012 – Bourgogne, France

$169

Kangarilla Road Chardonnay 2014, Adelaide Hills – South Australia

$169

Domaine Hospices de Colmar Riesling 2012 – Alsace, France

$176

Expressive and elegant fruity aromas, with hints of herbal undertones; silky smooth and lingering on the palate with fruity and floral notes. Aromatic and elegant nose, showing notes of mineral, stone fruit and white flowers. The mouth is full with good acidity supporting the structure. Aromas of lychee, musk and rose-petal on the nose. The palate is soft and fruity with an elegant crisp mouth-feel and good length. Highly aromatic nose with notes of peach, melon and flowers. Semi-sparkling and very refreshing, the slight sweetness is well-balanced by good acidity. Fresh fruit aromas with notes of creamy butter and toast. On the palate, nice fruit with a touch of stewed pear and mineral. Aromas of melon, citrus, mineral and ginger, while on the palate you have citrus supported by a fresh acidity with a lingering finish. Crisp lemony nose with a lifted acid edge, clean and appealing. The palate is dry and fresh with good intensity of citrus fruit flavours.

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amount

RED Wines Miquel Jané Baltana Selecció (Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon /Tempranillo) 2011 – Penedès, Spain (wine of the month)

$149

Quarisa ‘Treasures’ Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 – Coonawarra, South Australia

$171

Nuiton-Beaunoy Hautes-Côtes de Beaune ‘Au Meix Genets’ 2012 – Bourgogne, France

$176

Villa La Pagliaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2011 – Toscana, Italy

$179

Cantina di Negrar ‘Le Roselle’ Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2012 – Veneto, Italy

$179

Bodegas Medrano Irazu ‘As de Corazones’ Tempranillo 2009 – Rioja, Spain

$182

Château Saint-Hilaire Médoc Cru Bourgeois 2010 – Bordeaux, France

$196

Intense floral nose with aromas of black cherry, vanilla and spices. Well-balanced red and black fruit on the palate with fine tannin structure.

A complex nose with flavours of blackcurrant, cherry, a touch of spices and chocolate. The wine has a good tannin structure and perfect balance. Aromas of ripe plum well-balanced with subtle spicy oak. On the palate, flavours of prune, black cherry and cassis integrated well with fine tannins. Bouquet of sweet violets, red berries and hints of nuttiness. Complex and elegant on the palate with soft and balanced tannins.

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The bouquet recalls red fruit, chocolate and spices. A silky well-balanced structure with roundness, sweet tannins and unique elegance. Bouquet of raspberry and cherry with hints of spices, minerals and vanilla notes. Superb sensation of red berry fruit in the mouth. Classic blackcurrant and cassis on the nose, with hints of mineral and earthiness. The palate is generous with firm backbone and fine tannins. • • • • •

All wines are delivered to your designated address by the supplier and are subject to availability of stock. Mixed cases accepted. Order 12 or more bottles to enjoy free delivery service. For lesser quantities, orders can be collected from the Main Bar. The cost of the wines will be charged to members’ accounts. Free delivery service to Hong Kong, Kowloon and New Territories (excluding outlying islands, Lantau Island, Tung Chung and Discovery Bay). Delivery service is available on weekdays only except public holidays (subject to delivery schedule).

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FAX THIS FORM TO 2239 0341. FOR ENQUIRIES PLEASE CALL 2239 0340 • Deadline for Ordering: 31 March 2015 •

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CLASS SECRETARIES

SPORTS CONVENORS

Bowling Convenor Simon Boyde bowling@rhkyc.org.hk Golf Convenor David Leung golf@rhkyc.org.hk Snooker Convenor Don Day 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 Financial Controller Tim Gallagher 2239 0315 Membership Manager Tracy Leung 2239 0371 PR & Communications Manager Koko Mueller 2239 0342 Member Relations & Communications Manager Linda Davy 2239 0312 Corporate and International Partnerships Manager Torrey Dorsey 2832 2817 Marine Services Manager Joe Goddard 2239 0308 Boatyard and Marine Operations Manager Simon Pickering 2239 0311 Sailing Manager Alex Johnston 2239 0362 Training and Development Manager Richard Knight 2812 7063 Race and Regatta Promotion Lindsay Lyons 2239 0391 Sail Training Administrator Gloria Yeung 2239 0395 Assistant Sailing Manager Iris Yang 2239 0314 Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager Sarah Garner 2239 0322 Boatyard Office Manager Connie Chan 2239 0304 Food & Beverage Manager Shirley Tam 2239 0321 Technical & Projects Manager Carton Lam 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

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Membership Movement ORDINARY MEMBERS Mrs Kathryn Brady Mr Mark R Phipps Ms Sandy Y S Tsang JUNIOR MEMBERS Mr Benjamin J B Barton Miss Sophie A Colfer Mr Jasper J Roberts Mr Michiel B Van Der Laarse Mr Jasper C C Wong CADET MEMBERS Abigail Brooke Alexander C Christianakis Theodore W Christianakis Gabrielle R Dickinson Ines Gillard Adrian Li Jonathan Peng Quentin X Villet

CADET MEMBERS SPONSORED BY A MEMBER Louis N F Kampman Victor F Y Kampman Leung Yu Hin Lok Hui Ching Oliver A P Stubbs CORPORATE NOMINEE SUBSCRIBERS Mr & Mrs Gonzalo J Torano Vallina Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria – CEO Asia Pacific ABSENT MEMBERS Mr Harry A N Bradley Mr Yann H Y Cudennec Miss Joyce Kwong Mr William O Lang Mr Jonathan K H Li Ms Madeleine Z M V Matsui Mr Michael D Shasha Mr Robert K K Shum Mr & Mrs Andrew R Brown Mr & Mrs Alan M Gibson Mr & Mrs Andrew J Sutherland

RESIGNED MEMBERS Ms Pascale F Schrader Litmaath Mr & Mrs Eddie Booth Mr & Mrs Richard M Manley Mr & Mrs David J Moore Mr & Mrs Marc-Andre S Poirier Chan King Chi Celeste T T Chan Alison M L Cheung Thomas C K Cooper Marcus Giustiniani Cosme M Grelon James W Johnston Audrey S P Lee Tiffany Ma Maximilian P Manley Oliver A K Rodgers Benjamin L F F Schrader Raymond W Y Szeto

Club Lines

Rowing Secretary Michael Shasha rowing.secretary@rhkyc.org.hk Sailing Secretary John Breen sailing.secretary@rhkyc.org.hk Big Boat Simon Blore cruiser@rhkyc.org.hk Dinghies Swanson Chan dinghies@rhkyc.org.hk Dragon Phyllis Chang dragon@rhkyc.org.hk Etchells Scotia Ryer etchells@rhkyc.org.hk Flying Fifteen David Bone flyingfifteen@rhkyc.org.hk Impala Dave Norton impala@rhkyc.org.hk J/80 Henri Bassaler j80@rhkyc.org.hk Match Racing Seah Chin Yew matchracingsec@rhkyc.org.hk Pandora Joseph Wong pandora@rhkyc.org.hk Ruffian Saki Chatzichristidis ruffian@rhkyc.org.hk Sportsboats Sam Levine sportsboat@rhkyc.org.hk Youth Sailing Class Sofia Mascia ysc@rhkyc.org.hk

Obituary Dennis W Parsons – 1935 to 2015 Dennis passed away on Monday 12 January in King George Hospital, London. He had broken his hip before Christmas and then he caught pneumonia in hospital. He had been a member of the Club since 1975, mainly sailing from Shelter Cove, latterly living aboard the Nantucket Pelican (originally Elica) in the Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter; he sailed his last boat in Hong Kong, the black-hulled Cape North Lady Jim, to Malta in the late 1980s. In the 1990s he lived on his boat in Cyprus (Larnaca Marina) and then sailed her to Turkey (Finike) in the late 1990s. Dennis never married and is survived by a brother. His funeral was held at Chelmsford Crematorium on Wednesday 4 February. Ernest Tang – 1929 to 2015 Ernest passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on 2 February at the age of 85. He had been a devoted member of the Club since 1971. He loved the sea and his cherished motor yacht Yobo. His philanthropic nature inspired him to spend 20 years building and maintaining a pier with his own hands for the local fishermen on a small island off Tung Lung Chau. In his latter years you would frequently see him by the poolside swimming, sunbathing and enjoying his ice-cream and Gunner! His final wishes were to have some of his ashes scattered into the sea.

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Leander Club

first-served basis. Children over 10 are most welcome but a strict dress code applies to all. This offer is non-refundable and may not be used for business entertainment purposes. Business entertainment enquiries are welcome at regatta@leander.co.uk.

Club Lines

Full details of the day will be provided on application and bookings will be accepted from 1 March in writing to: Regatta Bookings, Leander Club, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2LP or by e-mail to regatta@leander.co.uk . Details about the Club can be found on the Club website, www.leander.co.uk.

An Exclusive offer for Henley Royal Regatta Available to reciprocal members and guests on Wednesday 1 July or Sunday 5 July. We are delighted to offer reciprocal members the opportunity to attend the first and last day of Henley Royal Regatta and be hosted alongside Leander members. The table for the day package is priced at £160 (including VAT) per person and includes:

We regret that accommodation will not be available at the Club during the Regatta but at other times of the year we welcome enquiries about staying in one of our historic 4-star bedrooms, or simply dining in style with spectacular views over this famous stretch of river.

Yacht Club Punta Del Este

• Entry tickets to the historic Leander Club. • A traditional luncheon in the members’ marquee. • Afternoon cream tea.

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soak up the unique atmosphere of this quintessentially English summer event.

Reciprocal members and their guests will be seated at tables of ten, shared where necessary. Parties of any size can be accommodated but the offer is subject to a strictly limited availability on a first-come

History The Yacht Club Punta del Este, situated in one of the best summer resorts in South America, was founded in 1924 to promote sailing and other water sports. Sailing The Club has 35 sailing boats, 2 motor yachts, 3 avons and 4 service launches. There is a sailing school where children from 8 upwards can learn in Optimists, and older members can learn in J/24s. Facilities • Restaurant and bar • Banquet rooms • Gymnasium • Car parking • Accommodation: a girls’ and a boys’ dormitory, three suites, one flat with two bedrooms and bathrooms • Boatyard services

Royal Langkawi Yacht Club Royal Langkawi Yacht Club is undergoing a comprehensive redevelopment and reconstruction. From 16 February until the first week of November food & beverage outlets and the swimming pool will be closed. The marine facilities remain open, subject to availability of space.