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23 14 THE BRIDGE 4 Calendar 6 Commodore’s Message 7 General Manager’s Message
FEATURES 8 St. James’s Place Sunset Seriew 14 69F Foiling Revolution
SAILING 18 Starter’s Box 20 Race Management – The I Flag Rule 21 Sailing Development | Training
30 SUSTAINABILITY REALLY MATTERS 25 Plastic Recycling Myths
MARINE 26 Marine | Boatyard 27 Classified Page 27 Marine Directory 28 Ship Shop
EVENTS | PROMOTIONS 30 On the Horizon 32 Wine Page 32 F&B Food Promotions
CLUB LINES 38 Club Directory 38 Members, Staff and Other News and Announcements
ROWING IMAGE: LUKE VAN DER KAMP
23 Cross training and having fun on SUP at RHKYC 24 Rowing Training
St. James’s Place Sunset Series
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Vice Patrons Jimmy Farquhar, Li Fook Hing, Bob Wilson; Commodore Denis Martinet; Vice Commodore Lucy Sutro; Rear Commodore Sailing David Norton; 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 38. 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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China Coast Regatta 9 to 11 October China Coastal Race 16 October Hong Kong to Hainan Race 23 October
PERSONALISED TRAINING 3X PER WEEK BESPOKE NUTRITION PLANNING PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION THU FRI SAT SUN LIFESTYLE ASSESSMENT BODY COMPOSITION ASSESSMENT AND ANALYSIS Wines of the Month TAILORED SUPPLEMENT PROTOCOL L&C Poitout, Bourgogne Chardonnay 2018, Burgundy, France
The Bridge
Podernuovo a Palazzone, Therra Toscana Rosso IGT 2013, Tuscany, Italy
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German Food Promotion
German Food Promotion at Middle Island and Shelter Cove 25 September to 4 October RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Keelboat Supervised Course Adult Development Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course
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Kellett Island Wine Fair Fantastic Fishes and Where to Find Them Half Term Rowing Camp #2 (Day 3) Youth Paddle Half Term Camp #yp1 (Day 2) Youth Development Rowing Programme
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Bodegas Beronia Wine Dinner in the Compass Room Half Term Rowing Camp #2 (Day 4) Youth Paddle Half Term Camp #yp1 (Day 3) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course Youth Development Rowing Programme SUP Basics
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Adult Beginners Sailing Course Adult Intermediate Sailing Keelboat Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Opti Silver Squad Opti Intermediate Youth Sailing Club Opti Beginner Adult Beginner Rowing Course (Day 1) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course SUP Basics
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CLASS RACING DINGHY RACING
Seafood Fiesta at Middle Island
Adult Beginners Sailing Course Half Term Rowing Camp #4 (Day 3) Youth Paddle Half Term Camp #yp3 (Day 3) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Outrigger Canoe Development Course Youth Development Rowing Programme SUP Basics
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Adult Beginners Sailing Course Dinghy Supervised Course Adult Intermediate Sailing Keelboat Crew Course RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course Opti Silver Squad Opti Intermediate Youth Sailing Club Opti Beginner Outrigger Canoe Introduction Course (Day 2) Adult Development Rowing Course Adult Supervised Rowing Course Youth Development Rowing Programme Outrigger Canoe Development Course Dragon Boat Development Course SUP Basics
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Commodore’s Message
The Bridge
When I took over as Commodore, I was presented with a Flag. Unlike my previous Vice Commodore’s Flag, this new flag lacks a big ball. A big crystal ball! With the ups and downs we have experienced this year, it is nigh on impossible to predict what will happen. So let’s make the most of it. Let’s do what we do best: sailing, rowing and paddling and just in time for the start of the 2020-2021 season too! Long may this last. The first official regatta to kick off the sailing season was the Autumn Regatta held over the weekend of 12 and 13 September. This opening event attracted 101 boats and more than 550 sailors across seven one-design classes, Sportsboats and Big Boats. In my opening remarks, I had hoped that Aeolus, keeper of the Winds, would look kindly upon us and ensure we had breeze aplenty. Well yes, we did on day two. He must have had a glass of bubbly in hand! On the first day however Aeolus greeted all participants with a massive storm, bringing visibility down to almost nothing, punctuated by lightning flashes. The season started indeed with a bang! Commodore Denis Martinet
會長孟憲庭
The China Coast Regatta will be held at Middle Island from 9 to 11 October with the inaugural China Coastal Race starting on Friday 16 October making up China Coast Race Week. China Coastal Race will be a Category 3 offshore race starting and finishing in Hong Kong waters. On a more disappointing note, the Youth America’s Cup was cancelled thanks to Covid-19. At the time, our young sailors from RHKYC Team Agiplast had just completed their first foiling competition at the Revolution Cup and had performed to a very high level indeed. Faced with stiff competition, they showed real skills and talent, medaling in the first Revolution Cup. The team’s achievements are demonstrating that given the right tools and support our very own sailors can not only acquit
themselves but perform at an international level. Upon their return to Hong Kong we plan to have members of RHKYC Team Agiplast slip into role models, encouraging and taking part in further competition among our shark sailors and other youths, thus perpetuating our youth development objective. Back to the Youth America’s Cup – where one door closes, another opens and we are currently very seriously looking at hosting a world class foiling event right here in Hong Kong. As soon as our plans firm up and we have lift off (on foils!) we’ll let you know. Marine has been conducting maintenance on Club boats during the non sailing period and we have replaced the mooring chains and shackles at Aberdeen. The new ramp for the Middle Island forklift has been completed so that when a severe typhoon threatens, the forklift can drive up the ramp on to the plinth seeking refuge well above any tidal surge. Our rowing and paddle sports members are training hard this month in preparation for key events taking place in October and November. The fine rowing squad will be putting final preparations in place for the Hong Kong Rowing Championships scheduled at the end of the month and both the coastal rowing and outrigger canoe teams will be training hard in preparation for the Around the Island Race taking place on 15 November. Social distancing measures permitted, we hope to be hosting the wildly popular Mussel Party this month as well as the Regatta Ball next month. Both the new Club exclusive Red and White ‘Boat Wine vgs’ have arrived to complement the Club’s exclusive Cuvee du Commodore which has proved very popular. And is now available in Magnum format too! A new initiative which we also hope will become popular is the Commodore’s Message video. Indeed, if you read the online version of Ahoy, you will be able to click and view it. Far from making me a movie star, or ‘YouTuber’, it aims to provide members with glimpses of people and places you may not know, and also relive some of our more memorable sporting moments. Carpe Diem.
自我上任成為會長以來，受疫情影響，我們都經歷不少高山低谷；可惜疫 情反覆，我們很難預計事態發展。儘管如何，我們仍可「以無法為有法， 以有限為無限」的態度處事；尤其在帆船、賽艇及划槳運動上；而我們的 2020-2021新賽季亦能及時展開，希望在本季度的賽事可以持續舉行呢！
對帆船運動員的自身有增益，更可讓他們再一上層樓，出戰國際性的比賽。
率先為2020-2021賽季打響頭炮的當然是開鑼賽「秋季帆船賽」，比賽於 9月12至13日舉行，錄得101艘分別來自七個統一級別、Sportsboat 以及大 船級別的賽船，超過550名帆船運動員在維港同場較量。我在「秋季帆船 賽」場刊的序言提及過，希望希臘神話風神「埃俄羅斯」可以眷顧我們，為我 們的開鑼賽帶來強勁的風勢，讓大家可以在維港暢航。在兩日的賽事裡，風 神只在第二日眷顧了我們，首日賽事則在突如其來的暴風雨下被迫取消。所 以，「秋季帆船賽」可算是在雷聲下展開呢！
海事部在「抖暑」期間已為會內船隻進行復修，我們亦已更換了香港仔的船 隻繫泊鎖及鎖鏈。中途島的舷梯亦已更換完畢，萬一再受颱風吹襲，本會亦 可以「叉式起重機」把舷梯搬運到岸上，免受颱風及海浪侵襲而引至損毀。
中國海岸帆船賽」將於10月9日至11日在中途島展開，緊接而來的將會是在 10月16日(周五)舉行的首屆「中國海岸遠途賽」。「中國海岸遠途賽」是一場 三級離岸賽事，在香港南部水域出發，繞經香港南邊多個島嶼後再返回香 港水域衝線。
如果社交距離措施再度放寬，我們希望可以在本月舉辦「青口任食派對」及 十一月的「Regatta Ball」。本會的獨家紅白酒「Boat Wine vgs」已抵達， 與另一獨家美酒「Cuvee du Commodore」互相輝映，現更設有「Magnum Bottle」以供選購。
可惜，受新型冠狀病毒影響，「青年美洲盃帆船賽」被迫取消。此時，一班 RHKYC Team Agiplast 的青年帆船運動員已剛完成他們首個在海外的水翼 單體帆船比賽─「Revolution Cup」並獲得卓越的成績。面對激烈的競爭， 一眾隊員把他們的技術及才能展現出來，在首個「Revolution Cup」賽事奪 得獎牌。團隊的成就正代表只要提供合適的器材及在大家的支持下，不但能
最後，我們將堆出一項新舉措 ─「會長的話視頻」。只要你翻閱網上版的 Ahoy，你便可以點繫連結以收看視頻。這項「新搞作」目標不是把我打造成 影星或網紅，而是讓會員認識更多不為人知的地方和人物，並介紹本會多項 水上運動的精彩時刻。
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正所謂：「天無絕人之路。」一扇門關了，另一扇總會打開。「青年美洲盃帆 船賽」的取消為另一場賽事帶來契機，我們正積極籌謀在香港舉行世界性 的水翼單體帆船比賽。當我們有定案後，會適時向大家公佈。
會方的賽艇及划槳運動員在本月將出盡全力進行訓練，為10至11月的賽事 作好準備。奧運賽艇運動員正密鑼緊鼓地進行訓練，為本月下旬舉行的「香 港賽艇錦標賽」作最後準備。海岸賽艇及懸浮獨木舟運動員將會努力地為 11月15日舉行的「香港環島大賽」進行訓練。
大家記得活在當下，及時行樂呢！
General Manager’s Message
This month we kick off with the widely popular Annual Mussel Party on 3 October. This event literally takes minutes to sell out each year. I hope you grabbed your places!
General Manager Mark Bovaird
總經理布馬克
As for wine dinners this month, starting on 8 October and for three consecutive weeks we have a wine dinner in the Compass Room every Thursday evening. For the first one we are hosting the Bodegas Beronia Wine Dinner featuring wines from the famous Rioja region of Spain. The week after, back by popular demand, we have the M. Chapoutier Wine Dinner with wines that come with an exquisite pedigree from a winery
執筆之時，Main Bar 終於可以重新投入服務，餐飲服務亦已延長至午夜 時間。以上的好消息亦於我們恢復會方的核心運動帆船、賽艇及划槳運 動後隨之而來的。另外，本會其他附屬運動設施如保齡球窒、𤩹球室、桌 球室以及泳池亦已恢復服務，香港遊艇會終於可以回復正常運作，為大 家服務了。 率先為10月打響頭炮的活動，由10月3日舉行的「青口任食派對」展開。 這個活動一向廣受歡迎，不消數分鐘全場預訂已滿座。希望 閣下可以 成功留座呢！ 在本月的葡萄酒晚宴方面，由10月8日起連續三星期逢周四晚上，我們將 在 Compass Room 舉行葡萄酒晚宴。首場是「Bodegas Beronia 葡萄酒 晚宴」，當晚將推介來自西班牙里奧哈的名酒。緊接第二周是葡萄酒世 家的「M. Chapoutier 葡萄酒晚宴」，其家族自1808年起已連續七代釀 製上乘美酒。最後一場周四的葡萄酒晚宴，我們將推介一系列的法國美 酒，屆時會推出多個酒莊如「Bordeaux」、「Médoc」及「Sancerr」的美
that has been in the same family for seven generations dating back to 1808. The third Thursday wine dinner celebrates the variety of wines available from France. We will feature wines from several wineries from wines from Bordeaux, Médoc and Sancerre paired with a fabulous menu. To end the month however, on 31 October we invite you to our Black Tie Champagne Dinner and Dance featuring Dom Pérignon. Live music will hopefully be back on the Main Deck soon in the form of Wendy Robin on Thursdays (government restrictions on live performances permitting). Our Club DJ, The Anello, is already back on Friday nights. Another massively successful event is being repeated on 23 October at Middle Island so if you missed out on the Seafood Fiesta a short while ago, you’ve got a second chance to join in the fun! Halloween too is at the end of the month and for once it falls on a weekend this year so there is no excuse not to bring the family down for some spooky fun. No Halloween party is complete without a Haunted House! We’ve also got balloon twisting and face painting. And of course a specially themed buffet. We look forward to seeing you all making the most of the Club and enjoying yourselves with friends and family, but do please remember to play your part too by complying with any and all of the anti-epidemic measures that remain in place.
酒並配上佳餚。10月31日，我們將邀請大家前來參與「Black Tie 香檳晚 宴」及舞會，當晚為大家呈獻「Dom Pérignon」的香檳。 如 果 政 府再 度 放 寬 有 關 拉 闊 音 樂 表 演 的 措 施，我 們 有 望 把「Wendy Robin 拉闊音樂表演」再次帶到 Main Deck。香港遊艇會 DJ，The Anello 已在每周五，在會內與大家見面了。 10月23日將於中途島會所再度舉行「海鮮盛宴派對」，如果你已有一段 時間沒有參與這個活動，今次勿失良機呢！ 不要忘記10月31日是一年一度的「萬聖節」。今年的「萬聖節」更是周 末，大家可沒有任 何借口不帶家人到本會歡 渡佳節呢！當然，萬聖節派 對又怎會少得「鬼屋」，同場更設有造型氣球及面部彩繪環節，以及主題 自助餐呢！ 希望 見到大家以及家人和朋友均可以在會內盡興，與此同時，大家亦要 緊記要遵守防疫措施的規例呢！
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As I write this, the Main Bar is at long last open again and the F&B service hours have been extended to midnight. This great news came shortly after we were finally able to return to doing what we do best – sailing, rowing and paddling. We have also seen the return of our ancillary sports of bowling, squash and snooker and the swimming pool has now been allowed to re-open too. Finally Club life can begin to return to normal.
Feature | St. James’s Place Sunset Series
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ailors made the most out of the short window of the summer sailing season in between two Covid-19 restrictions, as sailing activities had only resumed two weeks prior to the St. James’s Place Sunset series. Eager to make up for lost time due to the pandemic and with travel restrictions keeping people in town over this summer, a record number of participants enthusiastically took the opportunity to escape work early and usher in an early start to the weekend by getting out on the water each Friday afternoon. With an average of 61 boats per race, topping out at 66 on Week 4, a grand total of 79 boats from all classes were represented this year, including the Big Boats; a record not seen since the 1980s. As a result of the record number of participants the Club start line had to be extended to 300m and two starts were required. The Dragon, Flying 15, Impala, Pandora and Ruffian classes starting first, while the Big Boat, Etchells, J/80 and Sportsboats followed – starting six minutes later.
This year’s St. James’s Place Sunset Series brought together all the elements a classic summer regatta could offer – starting off with a breezy first race, an approaching typhoon in week two, a near windless afternoon that ended in an intense squall and two afternoons of brilliant clear blue skies and signature Victoria Harbor stunning sunsets.
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Feature | St. James’s Place Sunset Series
The St. James’s Place Sunset Series also continued to be one of the most popular events in the season for sponsors with an almost full platform of sponsors and partners supporting the series. Title Sponsor St. James’s Place Wealth Management was joined by returning Supporting Sponsors, Simpson Marine and Complete RPI Property Management. Prize Partners were all returning brands; Aperol Spritz, Peroni, Pharmabelle and Swims all providing a plethora of goodies for the sailors across the series. Although the weekly prizegiving events were somewhat subdued we want to thank all of the sponsors for their support throughout the summer and encourage members to visit our sponsors websites listed below to find out more about what they have to offer. With an abrupt interruption to the series due to the third wave of Covid-19 restrictions being imposed the series was decided over the 6 races that had been sailed. The 2020 St. James’s Place Sunset Series was won by
Dragon Zephyr skippered by Tam Nguyen and crew with their consistent performance. Frank Van Kempen’s Flying Fifteen Forty Forte was close on their heels only 3.5 points behind. Etchells Reprobate, skippered by Peter Backe and Gideon Mowser’s SB3 Sky’s The Limit both scored 34 points after six races with Reprobate taking third place on count back. Space will be tight to engrave all the winners on the Steward Trophy for 2020 with six boats tying for the most first place wins! Frank Van Kempen’s Flying 15 Forty Forte, Sunny Chai / K K Lee’s Impala Rainbow Chaser, Mike Burrell’s Impala 1, Victor Kuk / David Ho’s Magic 25 Phoenix, C Y Fong / M Ma’s Impala Pied Piper and Kelvin Au Yeung’s Rampage each taking a bullet. Racing would not be possible without our race management team of volunteers including David Walder, Ian Fleming, Ken Wong, James Coghill, Jane Overton, Judy Roberts, Mac Overton, Mark Pang, Tim Roberts, and Tina Atkinson. OCTOBER 2020 AHOY! |
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St James’s Place Sunset Series – Result SAIL NO
BOAT NAME
OWNER / SKIPPER
CLASS
55
Zephyr
Tam Nguyen
Dragon
PTS
POS
25.5
1
Feature | St. James’s Place Sunset Series
3990
Forty Forte
Frank Van Kempen
F15
29
2
1235
Reprobate
Peter Backe
Etchells
34
3
3046
Sky’s The Limit
Gideon Mowser
SB3
34
4
1269
Dynamite
Richard Allen
Etchells
36
5
912
Shrub
Drew, Joachim and the Jamies
Etchells
36
6
4038
Full Power
Sam Cham
F15
36.5
7
3979
Kerfuffle
Carlyon Knight-Evans
F15
43
8
3701
Puff’n Stuff
David Chow
F15
44.5
9
27
Ironman
Lam Fung
Magic 25
49
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69F Foiling Revolution W O RD S: C A LUM G REG O R | IM AGES: ST UDIO B O RL EN GHI | C A RLO B O RL EN GHI
Feature | 69F Foiling Revolution
After Hong Kong provided us with some fantastic training throughout the early stages of summer, it was time to go back to Europe and check in on how we were looking against our competition. The 69F Foiling Revolution would be the perfect regatta for this. The regatta took place on Lake Garda and in the brand new Persico69F class of foiling monohull – one of which we are lucky enough to have at the Club in Kellett island right now!
he 69F is the most similar to the AC9F, the boat we were to compete in for the Youth America’s Cup (YAC) and was therefore the best training platform that we could find. Many of the other YAC teams thought the same as we had teams from Italy, Denmark and two Dutch teams participating in the event as well. As we would only get two days sailing in the boat before the event started, we kept our goals small and focused on getting the simple things right. This meant keeping sheets clean, keeping the boat fast all the time and getting off the line safely and cleanly. The regatta was split into two separate events with an overall winner doing best from both the two events, the first being the youth cup, for sailors under the age of 24, and the second being open to all competitors. The regatta was organised in a knockout format where you would race with four boats in each race and the top two would proceed to the next round with the losers going into a repechage to fight for two last final spots. The 69F has a unique course layout using a square shaped course with a reaching start and with each race only taking around 18 minutes, lots of thrills and spills on the way. Day one of the youth cup saw uncharacteristically light winds with the ‘Ora’ (the southerly wind that blows through the lake) not playing ball. We had two races on the cards for our day the second of which looked like it would be against one of the DutchSail Youth America’s cup teams.
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Feature | 69F Foiling Revolution
We knew from the practice race the day before that if we got off the start line well we would be able to race against the best teams, we just needed to make sure the boat handling was good and we didn’t tangle and lines inside the boat during manoeuvres, much easier said than done! Happily, we managed to achieve that goal and came away from the day winning both our races! This gave us good confidence going into the next day’s racing and also that we were at a level to compete with the other youth AC teams, even with less time in the boat.
Despite the good start we knew in this regatta format it meant nothing without sailing well for the next two days. After a long wait on day two for the repechage races to be done, the wind died, and the race committee called it a day for sailing. This meant we would have two opportunities on the final morning to qualify for the final. The last day brought with it a strong pĂŠler of 15 to 16kts and, for a lake, very big waves. We had never sailed the boat in above ten knots of wind, and we were a little nervous coming into the start. Unfortunately, we were OCTOBER 2020 AHOY! |
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Feature | 69F Foiling Revolution a little late coming back downwind from our warmup and were late to the start, we picked up a one-point penalty for foiling inside the prestart procedure which is not allowed in the class. This nervousness showed as we were on the second row of the start line and slow. Despite the poor start we were able to gybe inside the two leading boats into better pressure putting us right back in contention. Due to our inexperience we decided not to hoist the gennaker for the run and this was the wrong decision meaning we lost ground and dropped back to third by the bottom mark. We ended the race in third position but when our penalty came into effect, we were last. However, we still had an opportunity to qualify for the final through the repechage final. We kept our heads high and were very focussed on nailing this next race as we
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were up against both Dutch sail teams. Fortunately, we sailed our best race yet as a team and won our race convincingly. This gave us a lot of confidence going into the final. After a short interlude (of four hours) waiting for the Ora to fill in, we started the final in a light 4 to 5kts. We won the windward end of the line and just popped up onto the foils for the first 45 seconds of the race which accelerated us out into the top two. At mark one we gybe set while the Dutch continued out into the middle of the lake. We made good gains inside and gybed back in the lead. However, a small tactical error allowed Dutch sail and Young Azzura to sneak inside us at the mark and it was a procession from there on in meaning we finished third in the race and therefore in the regatta.
Overall, we were really happy finishing on the podium in our first ever event, especially when one considers how little we sailed the boat. Looking forward to the next regatta we were really excited to see how we would fare against some more experienced teams.
On day two we had the semi-finals early in the morning with a strong northerly péler wind. We had a great start and were fighting hard with Dutchsail the whole way around the course. On the last reach we were overlapped with Dutchsail both with kites up doing 25kts of boat speed and definitely out of control! Having avoided a couple of sharp luffs from them we managed to get mark room coming into the last mark. (three boat lengths feel less than adequate at 25kts boat speed!) unfortunately, we did not have our finest drop at this point and crashed off the foils halfway through, putting the kite in the water. Now the boat was dead in the water but with no steerage as the kite was alongside us but in the water. This made us then hit the mark giving us a one-point penalty however we were still in second place and had an outside chance of making it into the final. Unfortunately, we did not quite achieve that and were knocked down into the repechage round for our final.
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The repechage final featured Tita, who we had beaten the day earlier, and Young azzura, two very strong teams that both could easily win the event. We nailed the start and were neck and neck with Young Azzura on the way to mark one. At the mark they chose to gybe hoist while we chose to hoist and continue in shore a little to have one less gybe coming into the bottom mark. After some fantastic crew work, we nailed the hoist and gybe which allowed us to cross comfortably ahead of Young Azzura at the bottom mark. We pulled off a foiling kite drop which extended our lead to roughly 40 seconds over second place and a minute over third. On the last upwind we really struggled for both speed and height, a bit of a deadly mix. Both second and third place boats were able to sail a higher groove and close the gap inside of us to the extent that we could not tack without fouling Young Azzura during the tack. This pushed us over the layline and allowed the third-place team to sneak inside us and take second place in the race. Unfortunately, this was the end of our competition, but we felt we could keep our heads held high as we proved we were good enough to fight it out and beat the best teams. In terms of our long term objectives looking forward, we were happy with where we were and were looking forward to heading to Malcesine to start a long training block where we felt we could focus more on boat handling and boat speed as well as sailing a foiling boat with four people rather than the three we had been sailing with in the regatta. Our fifth and third place at the two events was good enough to secure second overall for the combined results. We would like to give a massive thank you to all our sponsors and in particular to Agiplast and RHKYC. We definitely have the best sponsors and Club in the world and feel so lucky to have them and all the members behind us, we truly appreciate the support!
Feature | 69F Foiling Revolution
The second event featured some quite experienced sailors, including four youth America’s cup teams and three nacre 17 world champions among other good teams. The first day saw some of our most competitive racing yet for us. Due to teams’ results in race one, where we finished second, we had what could have been a final on day one with us, the winners of the first regatta, Dutchsail, the other Dutch YAC team kingdom team Netherlands, and Nacra 17 world champion Ruggero Tita dall in one race. With a light southerly wind, it was a non-foiling race but still just as tense. We nailed the start and led into mark one and with some good boat handling and speed managed to extend around the course to come away with a win! This filled us with confidence that we could win the event and compete against the best teams.
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Starter’s Box
OCTOBER 2020
T I D E S
UP C OMING E VENTS
Sailing
China Coast Regatta
9 to 11 October
China Coastal Race
16 October
Hong Kong to Hainan Race
23 October
Around The Island Race
8 November
One Global Lipton Trophy
14 November
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0230 1.18 0855 2.22 1520 0.89 2156 1.95
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0300 0.87 0946 2.32 1524 0.91 2148 2.36
2
0309 1.08 0936 2.18 1543 0.97 2213 2.02
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0348 0.72 1042 2.21 1557 1.05 2224 2.48
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0346 1.01 1016 2.12 1604 1.06 2233 2.08
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0436 0.65 1141 2.05 1630 1.20 2301 2.55
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0423 0.97 1055 2.03 1625 1.15 2254 2.13
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0527 0.66 1246 1.88 1701 1.35 2340 2.56
5
0501 0.94 1134 1.92 1645 1.24 2313 2.16
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0624 0.73 1357 1.72 1730 1.48
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0542 0.95 1216 1.80 1701 1.33 2228 2.19
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0021 2.51 0742 0.82
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0627 0.96 1305 1.68 1706 1.40 2246 2.22
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0106 2.41 0914 0.87
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0721 0.99 1410 1.57 1706 1.46 2318 2.21
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0206 2.29 1041 0.89
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0835 1.01
25
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0010 2.18 1003 0.97
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0502 2.12 1235 0.91 2004 1.88
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0209 2.15 1124 0.90
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0006 1.60 0614 2.08 1310 0.94 2018 1.93
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0416 2.17 1223 0.82 2016 1.75 2251 1.70
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0100 1.43 0711 2.05 1341 0.98 2034 2.00
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0531 2.23 1305 0.75 2016 1.82
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0144 1.27 0800 2.02 1408 1.04 2051 2.07
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0020 1.53 0642 2.30 1341 0.72 2026 1.92
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0224 1.12 0845 1.99 1431 1.10 2108 2.15
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0119 1.31 0748 2.35 1416 0.73 2047 2.05
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0301 1.00 0927 1.95 1453 1.17 2125 2.23
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0211 1.08 0849 2.36 1450 0.80 2115 2.21
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Sailing Calendar
SAT
The 2020-2021 calendar has been published on the club’s website at: http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/sailingcalendar.aspx and includes the season’s one design racing and major events, together with other events in the region in which members may be interested in attending. A hard copy of the calendar is also available for members to collect from the Sailing Centre.
SUN
Race Management and Safety Team Volunteers
MON
We require volunteers for our major club events such as China Coast Regatta, Around the Island Race and Hong Kong Race Week. You do not have to have any experience for some of the race management duties and we would never throw you into the deep end. Please do not hesitate to contact the sailing office if you would like further information on these events or on volunteering roles. A full list of events that require volunteers can be found on our website: ht tps://w w w.rhkyc.org.hk /events/ Volunteers20202021.aspx?reg=show or for Hong Kong Race Week: https://www.hongkongraceweek.com/volunteer-cbhg
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FRI
IMAGE: GUY NOWELL
China Coast Race Week This year China Coast Race Week comprises the usual China Coast Regatta and the club’s inaugural China Coastal Race starting on Friday 16 October. Boats are welcome to enter both or either of the CCRW constituent events, to suit their own schedule. Both the China Coast Regatta and the China Coastal Race are stand-alone events and have their own Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions.
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WED
THU
FRI
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
MON
TUE
SUN
TUE
SUN
SUN
SAT
MON
SAT
WED
THU
FRI
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0335 2.19 1151 0.90 1949 1.83 2239 1.75
China Coast Regatta
Around the Island Race IMAGE: ISAAC LAWRENCE
Sailing
The Notice of Race and entry form for this year’s China Coast Regatta is posted at https://www.chinacoastraceweek.com/race-ccr The regatta will again return to the format of all racing being held out of Middle Island from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October with daily prizes at Middle Island. IRC will race all 3 days and in order to increase HKPN entries we are looking at HKPN racing only on the Saturday and Sunday. Welcome Drinks will be held on Thursday 8 October on the Main Lawn at Kellett Island. We look forward to welcoming you to the club’s pinnacle Big Boat Regatta.
IMAGE: GUY NOWELL
Hong Kong’s biggest sailing event Around the Island Race will take place Sunday 8 November this year. The Notice of Race and online entry are on the club’s website. Mooring and hardstanding space is limited at Kellett Island and will be allocated on a first come first served basis upon entry into the race, please contact our Marine Department to reserve your space.
One Global Lipton Trophy
China Coastal Race The inaugural China Coastal Race is a Category 3, no life-rafts, Offshore Race which starts and finishes in Hong Kong waters with racing extending into Chinese waters to the west and south-west of Hong Kong. The race is open to boats holding a valid IRC or HKPN certificate and at least 9m in length overall. Boats which compete in both the China Coast Regatta and the China Coastal Race will automatically be entered in the China Coast Race Week and will be eligible for prizes under IRC and HKPN handicap.
IMAGE: GUY NOWELL
IMAGE: GUY NOWELL
Saturday 14 November will see the second pursuit race of the Top dog Trophy Series so save the date, Notice of Race and online entry are available from the club’s website. The format is a pursuit race in the harbour with staggered start times with the aim of all boats finishing around the same time.
RHKYC Offshore Races The Notice of Race have been issued and online registration is now open for the following offshore races:
Rolex China Sea Race 31 March 2021 Hong Kong to Vietnam Race 19 and 20 October 2021 https://www.rolexchinasearace.com/ https://www.chinacoastraceweek.com/race-vietnam
Information correct at time of print. For the most up to date information please contact the Club. OCTOBER 2020 AHOY! |
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The I Flag Rule Sailing
RHKYC’s largest race of the year – The Around the Island Race (ATIR) – will soon be here, so let’s take a moment to refresh ourselves with the details of the I Flag starting penalty. This rule, sometimes referred to the ‘around the end rule’, always catches a few boats out each year and it’s a huge disappointment to race all the way around HK Island only to find that you’ve been penalized because you didn’t comply with the I Flag Rule at the start of the race. Rule 30.1 – The I Flag Rule If flag I has been displayed, and any part of a boat’s hull, crew or equipment is on the course side of the starting line or one of its extensions during the last minute before her starting signal, she shall sail across an extension to the pre-start side before starting.
he I Flag can replace the P Flag in a race starting sequence i.e. is displayed with one sound signal at four minutes before the start, and is removed with one long sound signal one minute before the start. The race committee will often opt to use the I Flag for races involving large numbers of boats and numerous starts so as to encourage boats to start correctly and keep the starting sequence flowing. Hence its use in the ATIR (and also at the Nations’ Cup).
crosses to the pre-start side of the line and is now clear to start once the starting signal is made. If the blue boat had not managed to cross the extension by the start, the race committee would have displayed the X Flag with one sound signal. The X Flag would then be removed once the boat had crossed the extension completely and was on the prestart side of the line, or would have remain displayed for four minutes if the boat had not complied with the I Flag Rule.
When the I Flag is removed (i.e. it’s one minute to the start) any boat (or its crew/equipment) that is on the course side of the starting line or its extensions must now exonerate themselves. This is done by sailing across one of the starting line extensions to the pre-start side before then crossing the starting line in the direction to the first mark. What does this actually look like?
As so many boats take part in the ATIR, two start lines are used to help speed through all the various starts. The Outer Line is between a committee boat and a port end mark so a boat breaching the I Flag Rule can exonerate herself as described above. The Inner Line is between the white pole topped by a yellow triangle on the Starter’s Box and a port end mark. To keep boats from getting too close to
EXTENSION
STARTING LINE
The I Flag has been removed and the class flag is still displayed – so we are in the last minute before the start. The blue boat is forced over the starting line and decides to sail around the port end starting mark and cross the port extension of the line as it’s the quickest option (she could also have opted to sail around the committee boat and cross the starboard extension). She completely
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EXTENSION
the rocky shore, an inner distance mark (IDM) is laid in front of the Starter’s Box and boats have to start between this mark and the port end mark. Even though the IDM is not part of the starting line (remember the starting line is between the Starter’s Box pole and the port end mark), the sailing instructions permit boats which have breached the I Flag Rule to sail around the IDM to the pre-
start side of the Inner Line before starting to exonerate themselves. What are common mistakes with the I Flag Rule in the Around the Island Race? • A boat is on the course side in the last minute (perhaps she’s pushed over the line by another boat or by the tide, or perhaps she’s simply running a bit late in getting to the start and is in the process of sailing to the starting area from the Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter and is on the course side of one of the starting line extensions). She then tries to exonerate herself by sailing across the starting line back to the pre-start side. She has not complied with Rule 30.1 as she did not sail to the pre-start side by crossing an extension and will be penalized (scored OCS or a time penalty applied). • A boat is on the course side in the last minute. She tries to dip back across one of the starting line extensions, but does completely cross to the pre-start side of the line. She then sets off to try and catch her fleet. She has not complied with Rule 30.1 as she did not completely cross the extension and then cross the starting line. She will be penalized. • A boat is on the course side in the last minute. She sails completely across one of the starting line extensions to the pre-start side of the line, spins and then sails back across the extension. She has not complied with Rule 30.1 as she did not cross the starting line after crossing the extension and will be penalized. So, a plea from the race committee for this year’s Around the Island Race, and next year’s Nations’ Cup – if you find yourself on the wrong side of the starting line or one of its extensions in the last minute before your start, take the time to sail across one of the starting line extensions to the pre-start side of the and then start by sailing across the starting line towards the first mark. And indeed, do everything you can not to be on the wrong side of the line (and its extensions) in that last minute. That will make things simpler for you and the race committee!
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Cross training and having fun on SUP at RHKYC W O RD S: MELIS S A DAVIS (Paddle Sports Coach) | IM AGES: MELIS S A DAVIS
In the meantime, why not visit the Club’s website (www.rhkyc.org.hk) for more details on when you can join the next introduction course. The Club also runs energetic and fun youth paddle camps throughout the year incorporating SUP, kayak, outrigger canoe and dragon boat paddling plus more fun on the water and on the beach. If you have already completed the course or feel that you would like to paddle competitively for the Club you may like to try Dragon Boat paddling or Outrigger Canoe! All details for these two core sports can also be found on the website. Paddles Up!
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ou may have heard that the Club has recently purchased new stand up paddle (SUP) boards and paddles that are ideally suited to all ages, sizes and fitness levels. The boards are designed to help beginners ease in to the fundamentals of paddling standing up whilst adapting to wind and water conditions.
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Rowing
The shores and waterways around Middle Island make SUP a highly popular activity for members. Hence, we will soon be offering a ‘rental service’ to members who have taken the SUP Basics course with the Club. Please stay tuned for more information regarding this rental service.
ROWING AND PADDLE SPORTS TRAINING
Rowing
General Enquiries: rowing.manager@rhkyc.org.hk or 2239 0322 Rowing and Paddle Sports Manager Nick Crabb Rowing and Paddle Sports Assistant Manager Ellen Leung Head Rowing Coach Ben Rowe Rowing Coach Keith Cheung Rowing Coach Chris de Kock Paddle Sports Coach Melissa Davis http://www.rhkyc.org.hk/RowingSection.aspx www.facebook.com/RHKYCRowingSection/
Rowing Training 賽艇訓練 YOUTH ROWING (AGE 12 TO 18) COURSE TITLE
COURSE DATES
Youth Sculling Course (Monday)
Mondays between October to December
Youth Sculling Course (Tuesday)
Tuesdays between October to December
Youth Sculling Course (Friday) 青少年賽艇課程
Fridays between October to December
Youth Rowing Introduction Course #YR6
3 to 4 October
Youth Rowing Introduction Course #YR7
7 to 8 November
Half Term Rowing Camp #HT2
5 to 8 October
Half Term Rowing Camp #HT3
19 to 22 October
Half Term Rowing Camp #HT4
27 to 30 October
Youth Development Programme
Weekend AM and Weekday PM
Time: Weekend AM and Weekday PM Content: Improving boat maneuver skills and enjoying recreational rowing; Introduction to high-performance fine rowing boats, and preparation towards local and overseas races Location: Middle Island, Shek Mun Rowing Centre, and Kellett Island
Private Coaching
Time: Weekend AM and Weekday PM
Content: Tailored course with specific requirements, for complete beginner or intermediate or high-performance rower Time: two 90-mins sessions Class: 1-to-1 coaching, two students maximum
青少年賽艇課程 青少年賽艇課程
青少年賽艇初級訓練班 #YR6 青少年賽艇初級訓練班 #YR7 期中賽艇訓練營 #HT2 期中賽艇訓練營 #HT3 期中賽艇訓練營 #HT4 青少年賽艇發展計劃
私人課程
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Time: 1630hrs to 1800hrs Content: A 10 week programme to learn the sport and train towards the Youth Sculling Regatta in December Location: Middle Island
Time: 1000hrs to 1230hrs Content: Introduction to the sports and boathouse, basic techniques and safety guidelines Location: Middle Island
Time: 1000hrs to 1500hrs Content: A four day camp providing interactive and fun environment to learn rowing, to build confidence on the water, and to explore the surrounding coastline Location: Middle Island
ADULT ROWING (AGE 18 OR ABOVE) COURSE TITLE
COURSE DATES
[Level 1] Weekend Introduction Course #AR6
10 to 11 October
[Level 1] Weekend Introduction Course #AR7
24 to 25 October
成人賽艇初級訓練班 #AR6 成人賽艇初級訓練班 #AR7
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Time: 1000hrs to 1230hrs
Content: 21 to 22 November Introduction to the sports and boathouse, basic techniques and safety guidelines [Level 1] Off- Peak Introduction Course # OP8/2010 13 to 14 October [Level 1] Weekend Introduction Course #AR8
成人賽艇初級訓練班 #AR8
成人賽艇初級訓練班 #OP8/2010
Location: Middle Island
[Level 1] Off- Peak Introduction Course # OP9/2010 27 to 28 October
成人賽艇初級訓練班 #OP9/2010
Class: 3 to 5 students per class
[Level 1] Off- Peak Introduction Course # OP10/2011 24 to 25 November
成人賽艇初級訓練班 #OP10/2011
[Level 2] Intermediate Skills
Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Private Coaching
Any available time Time: two 90-mins sessions Content: Tailored course with specific requirements, for complete beginner or intermediate or high-performance rower Class: 1-to-1 coaching, two students maximum
成人賽艇指導課程
私人課程
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Time: Thur and Sat 1000hrs to 1200hrs and Sun 0800 to 1000hrs Content: A total of eight sessions for improving boat maneuver skills and fitness with self practice time and crew boat experience under coach supervision Location: Middle Island
Plastic Recycling Myths W O RD S: SUSTAIN A BILIT Y W O RKIN G G RO UP
Starting this season, the Club’s sailing, rowing and paddling events will be designated Clean Regattas. Eliminating single-use bottles and recycling correctly will be key to helping the Club achieve at least silver certification. To kick off the Club’s Clean Regattas campaign, the Sustainability Working Group wanted to address four common myths about plastic recycling. All plastics can be placed in the plastic recycling bin There are seven main categories of plastic polymers. The Club’s recycling partner focuses on collecting Type 1 (PET) (typically single-use beverage containers), Type 2 (HDPE) plastics and Type 5 (PP) (typically takeaway food containers). Whilst other plastics are recyclable in theory, they are difficult to recycle in Hong Kong. PLASTIC RESIN IDENTIFICATION CODES Water and soft drink bottles, salad domes, biscuit trays, salad dressing and peanut butter container Milk bottles, freezer bags, dip tubs, crinkly shopping bags, ice cream containers, juice bottles, shampoo, chemical and detergent bottle
All the plastics collected at the Club are recycled If the plastic container or collection bag is not clean and contaminated by food or other rubbish, it will not be recycled. That said, the Club’s recycling partner will accept empty plastic non-dairy beverage containers that have not been cleaned, as long as they are empty. Plastic dairy containers will need to be washed and cleaned before being placed in the Club’s recycling bin. Imagine if you are the one sorting through recycling that smells like spoilt milk! Recycling is a service that the Club pays for and members are encouraged to use the recycling bins responsibly.
Sustainability Really Matters
In 2019, 157.8 kg of recyclable plastic was collected from Kellett Island, Middle Island and Shelter Cove Clubhouses. This was more than double the amount collected in 2018!
All plastics are recyclable in Hong Kong Plastic recycling infrastructure is limited in Hong Kong and a majority of plastic ends up in landfills. According to the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department, in 2018, 64200 tonnes of plastic recyclables were recovered in contrast to 2,343 tonnes of plastic that was disposed of in landfills per day (139 tonnes of which was PET bottles).
Polyethylene Polyethylene Aluminium Polyethylene
Cosmetic containers, commercial cling wrap
Paperboard Polyethylene
Squeeze bottles, cling wrap, shrink wrap, rubbish bags
Microwave dishes, ice cream tubs, potato chip bags, and dip tubs
SOURCE: PROJECT MAINSTEAM ANALYSIS
Foamed polystyrene hot drink cups, hamburger take-away clamshells, foam meat trays, protective packaging for fragile items
Water cooler bottles, flexible films, multi-material packaging
TetraPak is a company that produces single-use beverage cartons. These cartons are not 100% paper or 100% plastic which makes them difficult to recycle with other paper or plastic products. There are two main types of TetraPak cartons: aseptic and non-aseptic. Aseptic cartons contain a layer of aluminum and drinks in aseptic TetraPak cartons (like your average Vitasoy drink) do not need to be refrigerated. These are typically 75% paperboard, 20% polyethylene and 5% aluminium.
TetraPaks cartons can be placed in the paper or plastic bin TetraPak cartons are technically recyclable but it is only recyclable when sent to the recyclers with the machinery to handle them. The Club’s recycling partner does not accept TetraPak cartons so please do not put them in the Club’s recycling bins. There are recycling companies in Hong Kong that do accept TetraPak cartons (which gets milled and recycled into toilet paper, for example) and the Sustainability Working Group is exploring the possibility of a partnership with them. OCTOBER 2020 AHOY! |
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SOURCE: TETRAPAK
CD cases, water station cups, plastic cutlery, imitation ‘crystal glassware’, video cases
What is TetraPak?
Moorings and licenses for boats big and small Marine
As a happy boat owner you should: • Keep your license and insurance up to date. Please remember that if your license is expired then your insurance is most likely invalid because of it • Do not place two craft on the same mooring • Do not allow an oversized craft to use your mooring • If you allow another member to use your mooring on a temporary basis please inform the Club Marine Office
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ith the introduction of the Marine departmenwt new regulations for the use of moorings the Club and the mooring holders have different responsibilities. The changes to the mooring regulations have been enacted so as to stop abuse of moorings, especially the practice of placing vessels on moorings that are longer that the prescribed length of an individual mooring, and vessels with out of date licenses. These issues were highlighted in an Ombudsman’s report back in 2012. The report can be seen here: https://www.aud.gov.hk/pdf_e/e59ch09.pdf The two specific extracts that apply to the moorings and members craft are: 9. According to the law, no person shall lay a private mooring anywhere in Hong Kong waters except in the place specified in the permission granted by the Director of Marine. In 2011-12, the MD derived revenue of $16.1 million from letting out private mooring spaces. Audit found that there were cases that mooring owners had cancelled the licences of their designated vessels. However, the MD had not taken action to require the owners to remove their moorings and vacate the spaces for the MD’s re-allocation to applicants on the waiting lists. There is also a need to publicise more proactively vacant mooring spaces. In areas where there are waiting lists for mooring spaces, there is a risk of subletting by taking advantage of the provision in the Shipping and Port Control Regulations (Cap. 313A) that a mooring can be used by a non-designated vessel if there is consent from the mooring owner. The guidelines and administrative measure for regulating mutual personal transfer of private moorings need to be reviewed. 8. Vessels without valid licences. Under the law, a vessel owner who fails to license his vessel commits an offence. The MD conducts harbour patrols and will take prosecution action against owners of vessels found without valid licences. As at May 2012, 15,672 local vessels had valid licences while the licences of 14,517 other local vessels had expired. Besides, some owners’ addresses have not been kept up-to-date. Of the expired licence cases, 3,310 vessels (23%) were also overdue for surveying. These vessels might pose a safety threat if still in use in Hong Kong waters. Besides harbour patrolling, the MD can also make use of its records to monitor some vessels which may be operating without valid licences. However, there were instances that the MD had not taken prompt follow-up action on such vessels.
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The Marine Department therefore issued the new regulation for the use of moorings. Our new moorings in Causeway Bay are covered by these of which the main issue for the Club is that the permission to use the mooring is only valid for three years. After this time the mooring must be re-applied for by the Club. If the mooring user, the Club, has not accumulated any penalty points (see next paragraph) this permission will be granted for another three years. A system of penalty points has been introduced for our new moorings. Points will be given for the following infringements of the use of the mooring: Infringements that may be caused by the Member: • The private mooring has secured to it more than the number of vessel allowed to be moored. i.e. One vessel • The private mooring is moored with a vessel exceeding the specified maximum dimensions on the mooring license • The craft on the mooring is not licensed Infringements that the Club will ensure do not take place: • The private mooring is not properly maintained, e.g. deformation, swelled, holed • The private mooring has its mooring number obliterated/ defaced; and • The private mooring has other attachment other than those specified in the Conditions • The private mooring is out of the approved position • The private mooring is submerged • The private mooring is missing • Non payment of the mooring invoice on time. Should the Club be handed sufficient points then the mooring would not be renewed. As the Club is in charge of the moorings, we are tasked with advising the MarDep on a regular basis of which craft is on which mooring. It is also incumbent on us to ensure that the members craft is licensed and insured sitting on a mooring. Please assist the Club by keeping you license and insurance up to date and by obeying the mooring regulations. Thank you. Happy Boating.
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Ship Shop
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ZHIK Tech Backpack The 35L Tech Backpack is a step up from the team version, bringing modern styling, more functionality and features such as comfy ventilated shoulder straps and cushioning back spacer panels. Inside are multiple compartments for accessories, laptops and gear, plus pockets and bottle holder on the outside. A heavy duty construction and water resistant fabric make this larger capacity bag is a great choice for fun around the water, travel or you every day commute.
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Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Turning Circle | Saturday 28 November | 1800hrs to 1900hrs
Events | Promotions
Let’s kick off the holiday season with your angel voice and light up our Club with the fairy lights! Invite your family and friends to join us for the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Turning Circle, where the Salvation Army Brass Band will play your favourite Carols while kids of all ages can sing along! In the spirit of giving, we will be serving complimentary mulled wine, juice and Christmas nibbles. We hope you will support the Salvation Army who will be extremely happy to receive donations in their red kettle. You can also bring along your present for our annual Charity Toy Drive which we will then deliver to children across Hong Kong in the Red Cross Hospital Schools.
Charity Toy Collection Christmas is the time to share and don’t forget to show your little ones that giving can be just as fun as getting! The Club is again collecting new toys to give as Christmas presents to those less fortunate. If you would like to contribute, please leave your gift-wrapped present(s) in Reception with a label on it indicating if it is suitable for a boy or girl or unisex and what age range by Friday 4 December. Thank you.
Calling for Christmas Eve Choir on Stage On Christmas Eve, a group of members will lead everyone else in singing Christmas Carols, at the turning circle at 1800hrs. Volunteers are needed! We will be singing traditional and well-known carols and everyone is welcome, regardless of age, gender or ability! All you need is enthusiasm, and there will be a rehearsal before the night. Please come and join us – email social@rhkyc.org.hk or call 2239 0312 for further details.
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‘People Fixing Asia’ Series by the RHKYC Charity Foundation The RHKYC Charity Foundation is hosting a series of talks called ‘People Fixing Asia’. Inspiring guest speakers have been invited to share with our members and guests on various topics about making Asia a better place. Please see our website for details and register online.
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DATE
TOPIC
SPEAKER
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Tuesday 27 October
Mountains to Oceans – Bathtubs, Ice and Nukes
Debra Tan
1830hrs to 1930hrs
Tomes Room
Wednesday 7 October
Fantastic Fishes and Where to Find Them
Stan Shea
1830hrs to 1930hrs
Tomes Room
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Annual ‘Mussel Party’ with Les Jamelles Wines Events | Promotions
Main Deck | Main Lawn | Rooftop | Regatta Room Saturday 3 October | 1800 to 2100hrs One of the most sought after and fastest events to sell out at the Club! –The ‘Mussel Party’ returns with unlimited Dutch Mussels and selected wines, French fries, salads, French bread and sauces. Two acoustic trios will be strolling through the venues to add to the atmosphere.
Selected Les Jamelles Wines Les Jamelles Cinsault Rosé 2019 – Languedoc-Roussillon, France Les Jamelles Sauvignon Blanc 2019 – Languedoc-Roussillon, France Only $98 per member and $188 per non-member. Priority will be given to members with booking already confirmed on the original date, Saturday 15 August. Please note tables may be arranged on sharing basis for this occasion, depending on the latest government rules on the social distancing. 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 Concept and Natural Holland.
Join us, welcoming our new Steakhouse Service Manager, Ms Marifel Pineda
Marifel has over 16 years of international F&B work experience – 10 of which were at management level. Her career brought her to different countries such as Dubai, Doha, USA and China working for international organisations such as the Marriott, Jumeirah and Emirates. For leisure time or vacation, she loves outdoor activities especially hiking, enjoys exploring different cuisines and contemporary cooking, visiting vineyards, etc. Please do not hesitate to visit our great Steakhouse and visit Marifel!
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Halloween Night Poolside | Saturday 31 October | 1730hrs to 2130hrs A rich and magical Halloween! Colourful characters, music and fancy costumes contribute to a crazy night with trick-or-treating, wicked fun, surprises, laughter, food and ghoulishly frightful elements! A scary and spooky buffet will be prepared with an array of your favourite Halloween Food from Hell including Monster Head Jelly, Devils Snake, Prosciutto face and Bloody Fish with Monster Burgers and Oreo Cookie Spiders with Strawberry Ghosts on the special kids’ corner. Two festive cocktail drinks Black Widow and Moon Rising will be served for each adult while the children will be enjoying our mocktails – the Cool Pumpkin and Magical Pea. Fun-filled entertainment and games – Face Painting, Balloon Twisting and a frightening Haunted House shall transform a dreadfully dull holiday party into a frightfully joyful evening with vampires, Dracula, witches, ghosts and ghouls. All these shall take place at one of the Hong Kong’s most stunning outdoor venues – the Poolside. $428 per adult and $298 per child. No guest limit per membership account. For reservations, please phone 2239 0339 / 2239 0327 or email banquet@rhkyc.org.hk
Bodegas Beronia Wine Dinner Compass Room | Thursday 8 October
PRE-DINNER TASTING Vilarnau Cava D.O. Brut Reserva N.V.
Bodegas Beronia is quintessentially Rioja. Its wines are defined by the region and the soils in which the vines are grown, and its name linked to the history of the land where the winery is found. In the 3rd Century BC the area known as Rioja today was inhabited by a celtic tribe called the ‘Berones’. They inhabited the towns of Tricio, Varea and Leiva, marking the limits of the Berones region, today La Rioja. The founding ethos of Beronia is strongly allied to the origins of La Rioja. Beronia was founded in 1973 by a group of businessmen, friends from the Basque country who would come to La Rioja on holiday. The friends had a great love of food and wine and created their own gastronomic society, or txoko as it is called locally, in the area. The winery was integrated into the González Byass Family of Wine group in 1982 and began an expansion into international markets. Today Beronia is one of the most renowned Spanish wineries both in international and domestic markets, producing pure and traditional Rioja wines with their own personality and Beronia style.
Back due to popular demand
MENU AND CHAMPAGNE Seared Scampi Tails, Crispy Iberico Ham, Cucumber Jelly, Fennel Salad, Guava Foam Bodegas Beronia Rueda Verdejo D.O. 2018 ❧ ❧ ❧ Sousvide Pigeon Breast, Chorizo Paella, Mixed Olives Bodegas Beronia Gran Reserva D.O.Ca. 2011 ❧ ❧ ❧ Slowed-cooked Baby Lamb Shank, Prune Compote, Mint Pea Purée, Roquefort Sauce Bodegas Beronia Reserva D.O.Ca. 2008 1800cl ❧ ❧ ❧ Chocolate Fudge Brownies, Honeycomb Toffee, Vanilla Ice-cream González Byass Néctar Pedro Ximénez ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea VEGETARIAN MENU Roast Mushrooms, Avocado, Cucumber Jelly, Fennel Salad, Guava Foam ❧ ❧ ❧ Ratatouille Risotto with Green Asparagus ❧ ❧ ❧ Beyond Meat, Prune Compote, Mint Pea Purée, Roquefort Sauce ❧ ❧ ❧ Chocolate Fudge Brownies, Honeycomb Toffee, Vanilla Ice-cream ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea
Seafood Fiesta
Middle Island | 23 October | 1930hrs to 2300hrs After the great success of the Seafood Fiesta in June, we are hosting it again for those who were not able to join. Enjoy the most natural seafood by hands unlimitedly including Hokkaido Scallops, Dutch Mussels, Shrimps and Clams and other ingredients, plus two chef’s secret sauces, French baguette, French fries, salad, free flow of selected wines, beers and soft drinks. Each adult diner will be served Chef’s recommended half Boston lobster dish upon arrival. All food will be served directly to and literally on your table. $388/ person with apron, tongs and gloves provided. For reservations, call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk OCTOBER 2020 AHOY! |
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Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs Price $658 per member and $758 per non-member Speaker Mr Jong Hyun Kim, González Byass Winery Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk
Return of Live Performance by Wendy Robin on Thursdays and ClubDJ, The Anello on Fridays Main Deck
Events | Promotions
The Main Deck welcomes Wendy Robin back to the stage playing soul, funk and pop on Thursdays plus ClubDJ, The Anello and Beats on Fridays after the COVID-cation. We promise you many great nights on the Main Deck with your favourite tunes! No reservations required.
German Food Promotion Middle Island and Shelter Cove | 25 September to 4 October Farmer’s Cold Cut Platter 凍肉拼盤 $88 Chicken Cordon Bleu, Dill Pickles and French Fries 炸釀芝士雞排、刁草醃青瓜、炸薯條
$118
Grilled Assorted Sausage Platter (Pork Sausages, Frankfurter, Thüringer Bratwurst) served with Mushy Peas, Mashed Potatoes, Onion Mustard Gravy, Sweet Mustard 扒雜錦腸拼盤 (豬肉腸、法蘭克福腸、圖林根腸) 伴英式青豆蓉、馬鈴薯蓉、洋葱芥末燒汁、甜芥末
$128
German Crispy Ham Hock, Sauerkraut, Honey Mustard (Please allow 25 minutes) 德式炸豬手、酸椰菜、蜜糖芥末 (需時二十五分鐘)
$148
Wine Box Set of the Month ‘More than 90 points!’ Wine Score is one of the simplest ways for wine critic to communicate their opinion on the quality of wine and assist consumers on decision. This month we bring you a selection of good wine with over 90 points for your collections. v Champagne Drappier Grande Sendrée 2009 Brut, Urville, Champagne, France [WS94] v Calabria Three Bridges Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Barossa Valley, South Australia [JH94] v Mendel Malbec 2017, Mendoza, Argentina [WE93] v Bodega Noemía A Lisa 2018, Patagonia, Argentina [WA93] v Hollick Bond Road Chardonnay 2013, Coonawarra, South Australia [JH93] v Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, D.O. Maipo Valley, Chile [TA92] v gift box packaging Available at $2,068 per set. For enquiries, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk
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M. Chapoutier Wine Dinner Compass Room | Thursday 15 October “History will record that Michel Chapoutier is a revolutionary.” – Robert Parker
Chapoutier is clearly a great believer in terroir. The Chapoutier Sélections Parcellaires are some of the most celebrated and rare wines in the world. In 2019, the estate was ranked the fifth in the “World’s Most Admired Wine Brands” out of more than a 100,000 wineries, published by the British magazine “Drinks International”. Since its first edition in 2011, Chapoutier has been ranked the number one French brand, five times in nine years. True to his pioneering spirit, in 1997, Michel Chapoutier set off to explore the terroirs of Australia and settled in the state of Victoria. Fascinated by the geological diversity of the region, in 2009, he purchased two Australian vineyards: Shays Flat Estate and Landsborough Valley Estate in the Victorian Pyrenees. He recognized that the cool weather patterns and remarkable diversity of soil in this region would allow him to make distinctive wines from the Syrah/Shiraz grape of his homeland, utilizing his biodynamic winegrowing philosophy. Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs Price $698 per member and $798 per non-member Speaker Mr Stephen Radicki, Fine Wine Manager Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk Priority will be given to members with booking already confirmed on the original date, Friday 27 March.
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Family owned since 1808, Chapoutier is now managed by the seventh-generation winemaker, Michel Chapoutier. Since he took over this historic estate in 1988, quality has soared. Today, they are the largest vineyard owner on the prestigious hill of Hermitage and consistently make outstanding and classic reds and whites, either organically or biodynamically.
PRE-DINNER TASTING M. Chapoutier, Saint-Péray “La Muse de RW” Brut Nature 2014 MENU AND WINES Mango-marinated Australian White Snapper, Crispy Artichokes and Apricot M. Chapoutier, Domaine Tournon Mathilda Viognier Marsanne 2015 *** Iberico Ham, Grilled Slipper Lobster, Shallot Jus M. Chapoutier, Domaine Tournon Shays Flat Shiraz 2014 M. Chapoutier, Crozes-Hermitage Rouge Petite Ruche 2017 ❧ ❧ ❧ Slow-cooked Wild Venison Fillet, Dark Cherry Compote M. Chapoutier, Châteauneuf-du-Pape La Bernardine 2014 ❧ ❧ ❧ Roast US Angus OP Ribs, Char-grilled Vegetables, Red Wine Pear M. Chapoutier, Hermitage Monier de la Sizeranne 2014 ❧ ❧ ❧ Lychee Panna Cotta, Sticky Rice, Preserved Plum ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea VEGETARIAN MENU Mango and Avocado Salad, Crispy Artichokes and Apricot ❧ ❧ ❧ Poached and Grilled Asparagus, Shallot Jus ❧ ❧ ❧ Sautéed Wild Mushrooms, Black Truffles ❧ ❧ ❧ Pan-fried Beyond Meat, Char-grilled Vegetables, Red Wine Jus ❧ ❧ ❧ Lychee Panna Cotta, Sticky Rice, Preserved Plum ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea
Cocktail Promotion Main Bar and Main Deck | October The creation of one beautiful blend of flavour is not just a drink, but experience of lifestyle and glamour. Enjoy the cocktail selections such as Negroni, Old Fashioned, Whisky Sour, Margarita, Daiquiri and more... at the Main Bar and Main Deck from the drink itself, with its subtle notes to the relaxing atmosphere around for a great night with friends. No reservations required. OCTOBER 2020 AHOY! |
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French Wine Dinner Compass Room | Thursday 22 October
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France has been recorded as the world leader in fine wine for hundreds of years with French winemakers spending centuries mastering the skill of cultivating the grapevine for perfect conditions and winegrowing. Today, France remains one of the top wine producers, offering some of the greatest wines with greatest variety. Selected bottles are paired up for a glimpse of the rich history of the French wine produced. Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs Price $788 per member and $888 per non-member Speaker Mr. Raphel Sarri – Sommelier/ Brand Ambassador of the family vineyards Reservations Call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk
Sundays All-you-can-eat Dim Sum Brunch Regatta Room | 1130hrs to 1430 hours Enjoy a relaxing ‘Yum Cha’ gathering together with family and friends. Come and join our all you-can-eat Dim Sum Brunch including freshlysteamed dumplings, deep-fried pastry puffs, spring rolls, gooey custard buns and more of your favourites. The steamed Dim Sum will be served piping hot from Dim Sum trolleys and fried items will be served at your table whilst the baked items, vegetables, daily rice and noodle dishes will be available at the buffet area.
MENU AND WINES French Blue Lobster and Crab Meat Terrine, Kale Salad, Pineapple and Passion Fruit Emulsion Domaine Crochet Sancerre Blanc 2019 ❧ ❧ ❧ Pan-fried Dutch Cod Fish Fillet, Dill Crust, Sautéed Diamond Clams and Cucumber, Beurre Blanc Sauce Château Respide-Médeville Blanc 2016 ❧ ❧ ❧ Provençal French Lamb Loin, Sweet Pepper Confit, Eggplant Miso Dip L’ORAGE de Château Caronne Ste Gemme 2015 ❧ ❧ ❧ Honey-roast Duck Breast, Crispy Veal Sweetbread, Five Spice Jus Domaines Bouyer, Clos de la Cure Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 2016 Château des Eyrins 2014 ❧ ❧ ❧ Cheese Platter Brie de Meaux, Reblochon, Emmental, Bleu d’ Auvergne Nuts, Dried Fruits, Grape ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea VEGETARIAN MENU Roast Wild Mushrooms and Kale Salad, Pineapple and Passion Fruit Emulsion ❧ ❧ ❧ Sautéed Asparagus and Cucumber, Parsnip Purée ❧ ❧ ❧ Provençal Root Vegetables, Caramelized Onions, Black Olive Paste ❧ ❧ ❧ Truffles and Soft Egg Ravioli, Vine Tomatoes and Red Capsicum Coulis ❧ ❧ ❧ Cheese Platter Brie de Meaux, Reblochon, Emmental, Bleu d’ Auvergne Nuts, Dried Fruits, Grape ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea
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To keep children entertained, we will have a balloon twisting and juggling clown and this will surely add to a fun family gathering. Live music by our multi-talented guitar player who sings both Chinese and Western favourites which will enhance the atmosphere for all to enjoy. $198 per adult, $139 per child at aged 9 to 12 years and $99 per child at aged 5 to 8 years with Chinese tea included. Maximum 11 guests per membership account For reservations, please email the Banquet Team at banquet@rhkyc. org.hk or call 2239 0339 / 2239 0327. *Please note that cancellations or reduction on the number of attendance should be advised by at least 7 days prior to the reserved date. Otherwise, your account will be charged in full.
Monthly Wine Fairs Kellett Island, Wednesday 7 October, 1830hrs to 2030hrs Shelter Cove, Friday 9 October, 1930hrs to 2130hrs For reservations, please call Lizzy Tung in the F&B Office on 2239 0386 or email events@rhkyc.org.hk
Black Tie Champagne Dinner and Dance featuring Dom Pérignon Compass Room | Saturday 31 October
PRE-DINNER TASTING Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut N.V. (Magnum)
Featuring the prestige champagnes of Dom Pérignon, our annual Black Tie Champagne Dinner is back. Indulge in this classiest of Champagne dinners with live entertainment that will see you dance the night away. Please note tables may be arranged on sharing basis for this occasion, depending on the latest government rules on the social distancing.
MENU AND CHAMPAGNES Home-smoked Scottish Salmon Fillet with Sea Urchin and Dutch Caviar, Oyster Kilpatrick, Peach Foam Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2012 Extra Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ Scallop Rossini, Roast Pineapple and Taro Chips Dom Pérignon 2008 Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ French Guinea Fowl Ravioli, Morel and Cream Cheese Sauce Dom Pérignon P2 2002 Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ “Beef and Reef” Blue Lobster Tail, Slow-cooked Australian Wagyu Beef Tenderloin, Natural Jus Dom Pérignon Rosé 2006 Brut ❧ ❧ ❧ Rhubarb Crème Brûlée, Classic Profiteroles with Chocolate, Citrus Tart ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea VEGETARIAN MENU Scrambled Egg with Citrus Caviar, Smoked Capsicum ❧ ❧ ❧ Poached Asparagus, Roast Pineapple and Taro Chips ❧ ❧ ❧ Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Morel and Cheese Cream Sauce ❧ ❧ ❧ Fresh Artichoke and Black Truffle Ravioli ❧ ❧ ❧ Rhubarb Crème Brûlée, Classic Profiteroles with Chocolate, Citrus Tart ❧ ❧ ❧ Freshly Brewed Coffee or Gourmet Tea
Wine of the Month L&C Poitout, Bourgogne Chardonnay 2018, Burgundy, France
Podernuovo a Palazzone, Therra Toscana Rosso IGT 2013, Tuscany, Italy
Clear beautiful golden colour. Very expressive with aromas of white flowers, pears and nuts. Mineral flavours and a nice salty finish. [Suggested food pairing: petits fours,
Ruby red colour with dark purple and almost black hues. Hints of wild berries and blueberries with smoked and toasted final notes. To the palate is exuberant with lively tannins and intense fruit, very persistent. [Suggested food pairing: beef, lamb, veal, poultry and cured meat]
seafood gratin, oysters, mussels and goat›s cheese]
$298 per bottle.
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Pre-dinner Tasting 1900hrs Dinner 1930hrs 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 Priority will be given to members with booking already confirmed on the original date, Saturday 22 August
CLASS SECRETARIES
Club Lines
Sailing Secretary Dennis Chien sailing.secretary@rhkyc.org.hk Big Boat Maiyo Hood cruiser@rhkyc.org.hk Dinghies Dominick Hardoon dinghies@rhkyc.org.hk Dragon Josephine Cheng 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 Andrew Blank 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 Amanda Chen 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 Gordon Robinson 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
Membership Movement ORDINARY MEMBERS Mr & Mrs Ting Hak Kim Michael Mr & Mrs Wong Pak Ho Patrick Ms Olivia Yeung & Mr Christian Pellone Miss Kristina Jayde Lam Mrs Sarah Bethan Winbur JUNIOR MEMBERS Miss Adonia Nicole Cheung Mr Ryan Fong Miss Lau Hoi Ying Hayley Mr Zach Pierce Martin Miss Stephanie Louise Norton FULL MEMBERS Mr Chau Tai Fu Jeffrey CADET MEMBER SPONSORED BY A MEMBER Rania Kausar Isobel Sutton CADET MEMBERS Georgia Burke Thomas Di Pasquale Luke Walter Grainger Summer Sophie Guenot Zachary Kevin Hull Lee Pui Yu Nicole Leung Tsz Kiu Amanda Stephanie McNicol Henry James Vernon Ryan Shum Ka Hei Aaron Sun Mei Yu Chantal Tso Tsz Hang Kevin Auguste Williams Demelsa Williams INTRODUCTORY SCHEME Mr Chan Hin Pan Mr Ho Chak Choi Alexander Mr Ho Chak Lam Kaiser Dr Ip Cheuk Hung Robert
Mr Christopher Peter Knop Mr Ko Chiu Kelvin Dr Kwok Sze Wai Jeremy John Mr Marlon Lam Mr Leung Kai Man Stephen Mr Alister John Musgrave Mr Poon Kin Tung Mr Corey Jon Vanelli Ms Lam Tin Lok Mr Robert Michael Serjeant CORPORATE NOMINEE SUBSCRIBER Mr Bertram E J Weatherall INDIVIDUAL DEBENTURE MEMBERS Mr & Mrs Xiang Shaokun Steven Mr Chavalit Tsao & Mr Frederick Tsao ABSENT MEMBERS Mr Chan Wun Lam Mr Chen Kai Yan Nicholas Ms Nisha Dickens Ms Philippa Anne Yu-zhen Goh Mr Richard Hawkins Miss Amelia Lucia Jia Lin Lee Mr Max Oliver Stapylton Norris Mr James Garfield Stewart Mr & Mrs Robert James Bates Mr & Mrs William Nichols Booth Mr & Mrs Timothy Alistair Fletcher Mrs Denise Gilmartin & Mr Benjamin Gilmartin Mr & Mrs Emmanuel Vassili Pitsilis Mr & Mrs Poon Hoi To Joseph Mr & Mrs Poon Ho Wing Mrs Jane Vollebregt & Mr Anthony Vollebregt Mr & Mrs Yuen Kin Wing Wilson Edsard Grisel Oriane Islay Guillot Lim Kei Yin Bryan
September 2020 Lim Lut Yin Brandon Marnie Helena Morison Nigel Arthur Whan RESIGNATION Miss Chan Ghi Ying Jaimie Mr Chan Ho Hin Mr Chan Yuen Tik Mr Chan Sing Lun Mr Paul Cheung Miss Fung Pui Yan Naomi Mr Lam San Tung Miss Lam On Ni Mr Law Ting Kwan Alexander Miss Valerie Martine Lesfargue Mr Long Ho Chun Mr Matthew Andrew Norton Mr Maxwell Graham Andrew Roger Mr Tsui Wing Yat Miss Wong Hei Tung Mr Wu Chi Hong Kelvin Mr Yim Chuen Fu Mr & Mrs Chan Hung Yee Checky Ms Wendy Chim & Mr Hung Hing Wang Mr & Mrs Matthew Peter Gearing Mr & Mrs Timothy Peter Glennon Ms Kate Richdale & Mr Suzher Yan Mr & Mrs Douglas Wardale Mr & Mrs William Woo Ben Chavasse Lewis James Clark Samuel Peter Gearing Daniel Gadasatria Lee Gui Kuang Walton Francesca Alice Philippa May Thomas Rendall Claudia Isabel Wear Hillary Woo Madelaine Yap Zhou Chak Tin Justin
Wedding Announcement Naomi and Magnus Doole We got married! On 5 July, we had a very small ceremony after multiple Covid-19 induced postponements at the Glass House on Kauri Mountain Point in New Zealand with a few family members and friends in attendance and via a Zoom call. After the ceremony, we ventured out for photos in between squalls of 30-40 knots with our trusty RHKYC umbrellas in tow.
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
We still hope to have a proper wedding in the future once things settle down and we look forward to celebrating with everyone then!
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Obituary Margaret Elizabeth Tallon 1952-2020 Sadly passed away in the UK on 6 April 2020 at aged 68. Margaret had been a member since 1979. She left HK back to UK in 2009 and is survived by her loving husband, David and children, Paul and Claire.
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