Big Fleet Set for Combined Clubs Harbour Pennant Opener

Bellerive Yacht Club hosts first races of the season this Saturday

The 2025 Combined Clubs Harbour Pennant begins this Saturday, hosted by Bellerive Yacht Club, with a strong fleet ready to contest the opening round on the River Derwent. Divisions 1 and 2 are scheduled for two back-to-back windward–leeward races, while Division 3 will tackle a longer course around the river’s fixed marks. However, with the forecast predicting an unsettled breeze, Race Officer Grant Sutton may switch all divisions to fixed-mark courses.
A fresh 15–20 knot west to north-westerly is forecast, with the potential for stronger gusts to liven things up. This should provide some exciting sailing and plenty to watch from the shore as crews keep a close eye on the runs.
Division 1 has attracted ten entries and line honours looks set to be hotly contested between the three Farr 40s – Wargames, Guilty Pleasures VI and Plausible Alibi – alongside the Mills 41 Tenacity and X-43 Scaramouche. On handicap, Young Magic and Intrigue are consistent performers, while the Mumm 36s Joint Custody, Heatwave Fish Frenzy and Hooligan are certain to continue their close rivalry.
Division 2 features nine boats, with X-cite and IYKYK expected to resume their battles at the front of the fleet. Ian Marshall’s Y should be close behind, while on corrected time Serica may prove hard to beat in the stronger breeze.
Division 3 has eight starters including Innovator, Camlet Way and Miss Conduct. Innovator and Camlet Way should be pressing hard at the front, though the handicap prizes remain very much up for grabs.
After racing, crews will return to the Bellerive Yacht Club for results, hot soup, toasted sandwiches and pies to warm up after what promises to be an exciting opening day.

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Words Troy Grafton
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Given the current instability in the conditions, and heavy gusts on the river, the Race Committee has decided it’s prudent to abandon racing for tonight. Please find a Notice to Competitors attached.

That said, everyone’s still very welcome to come down to the Squadron! Our chef has added a few great specials to the usual menu — all just $20:

Chicken parmi and chips + a pot
Fish and chips
Thai green curry with rice

We hope to see you at the club tonight, but if not, the RYCT will have a crack at getting the series underway next Thursday.

Official Notice: www.topyacht.com.au/notice_brd/notice_brd.php?ev=107.107.107.1.1896

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