Competitor Prep and Tips Chris Brown

I am obviously looking forward to the Solo 2023 National Championship, it is the biggest regatta of the year.

It's more of a holiday than a serious competition for me. Seeing old friends and having a few drinks with great racing makes it a stellar event.

Hayling can be the best sailing around if the wind is blowing the right way with big waves. I have only experienced this once and it was the best.

blowing offshore can make it like lake sailing, its shifty and can be very ‘snakes and ladders’ racing.

Things to watch out for :

1. if you see Patrick Burns at the bar get your order in fast as it does not happen very often.

2. The bar again

Yes, sailing out can be fun just follow the locals or race committee boat..the waves can pick you up and dump you down very fast, it can be quite concerning but the sail in can be more fun than the racing!

3. Yes, Wally of the Day will be awarded so if you see anything funny, daft or otherwise please do let me know. Let's hope Nick Fisher avoids the bushes on his bike after being in the bar too long!

See you all there.