Sprint 15 Fleet
The Sprint 15 Fleet would like to thank the Management Committee on their decision to purchase a Training Catamaran. Please see Lynn in the office to book a place.
About the Fleet
The Sprint 15 is the biggest catamaran class at Carsington sailing club and in recent years we have managed to grow the fleet from eight boats in 1998 to our current position of twenty five. About half the fleet sail the Sprint 15 for pleasure with their family, whilst the other half regularly take part in club racing with around half a dozen or so who venture away from Carsington to race at national level. The Sprint 15 can be raced in two formats Sprint “Sport” main sail / jib & trapeze or “Una-Rig” main sail only. At Carsington the preference of most helms is to sail Sprint “Sport” but this is not exclusive.
We are a very friendly fleet with a wide range of abilities, if you are thinking of purchasing a Sprint 15 but not quite sure if catamarans are for you, then give us a call we have several RYA Catamaran Instructors who will be willing to take you out for a demonstration ride and answer any questions you may wish to raise.
Carsington sailing club has for many years had the honour to host the penultimate round of the Sprint 15 TT meeting which attracts a big fleet of Sprint 15s from many clubs around the country.
The Sprint 15 Fleet Captain is Ray Gall who is also the Sprint 15 Association Northern Representative.
New Fleet Members:
We would like to welcome new fleet members for 2007 Mike Cooper, Andrew Rothwell, Chris Radlett and Dave Taylor, we wish them all well and extend the offer of any assistance that they may require.
About the Sprint 15
The Sprint 15 has been the UKs biggest and most active single handed class for many years, the boat design is more than twenty five years old but despite this remains popular as it is very versatile. The Sprint 15 is a genuine single hander, it is car top-able and can be put together within 90 minutes, or transported on a trailer and ready to sail within 30 minutes. It is easily righted from a capsize by one person and can be sailed all year round.
Training
Catamaran training for club members starts on October 13th and can be arranged via the office. Members assist with Sprint 15 sailing and setup. If you are unsure who to ask please see Ray, George Love or Robin Newbold who are RYA Catamaran Instructors and key members of the Sprint 15 fleet.
Training is also organized nationally through the Sprint 15 Association, this year the selected venues for the two day course are Draycote SC and Thorpe Bay SC.
Sprint 15 Association
The class association has over 320 members and runs many events through the summer and winter. The class is unique in that it runs two National Championships each year one for Sprint “Sport” the other for “Una-Rig” the latter generally incorporates a three day fun / cruising event for all members of the family into the sailing programme.
The class is very proud of its web site which is generally reckoned to be one of the best web sites in the sailing scene (give it a look on www.Sprint15.com). This is full of useful tips and guidance and has a very active chat line. The class magazine “NewSprint” comes out three times a year and is equally informative and friendly. The association membership fees are just £10:00/year by standing order and £15:00/year by cheque.
Sprint 15 Events Programme for 2007/8
Winter 2007/8 Events
Date |
Event |
Venue |
Contact |
Phone |
Sat 3rd Nov |
Winter TT |
Stewartby SC, Near Bedford |
Graham Shrimpton |
01582 664329 |
Sat 8th Dec |
Winter TT |
Carsington SC, Near Ashbourne |
Ray Gall |
01332 671016 |
Sat 12th Jan |
Winter TT |
Draycote SC, Near Rugby |
Peter Slater |
01926 512129 |
Sat 16th Feb |
Winter TT |
Queen Mary SC, Near Staines |
Gordon Goldstone |
01784 248634 |
Sun 16th Mar |
Winter TT |
Grafham SC, Near St Neots |
Bob Carter |
01438 354367 |
Summer 2008 Events
Date |
Event |
Venue |
Contact |
Phone |
19-20 April |
Traveller |
Marconi Sailing Club, Essex |
Jenny Ball |
01277 633762 |
April TBC |
Training |
Teach-in and Race Training (South) |
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May TBC |
Training |
Teach-in and Race Training (North) |
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17-18 May |
Traveller |
Sea Salter, North Kent |
Steve Willis |
07980 416422 |
14-15 June |
Traveller |
Swanage Sailing Club, Southern Championship |
Mike Cemm |
01271 861047 |
27-29 June |
Nationals |
Sport National Championships. NDYC, Instow, North Devon. |
Keith Heason |
01271 861047 |
12-13 July |
Traveller |
Filey, East Yorkshire. |
Bridget Cockerill |
01723 376628 |
16-18 Aug |
Nationals |
National Championships. Thorpe Bay Yacht Club. Sat – Sun – Mon. |
Bob Carter |
01438 354367 |
19-21 Aug |
Fun Events |
Cruising & Fun sailing. Thorpe Bay Yacht Club (Wed – Thu – Fri) |
Bob Carter |
01438 354367 |
20-21 Sept |
Traveller |
Carsington, Derbyshire |
Ray Gall |
01332 671016 |
18-19 Oct |
Traveller |
Grafham, Cambridgeshire |
Bob Carter |
01438 354367 |
Traveller Series is for all sailing formats (standard PY916 & Sport PY882) Six events with three to count. First race Saturday at 12 noon unless otherwise stated.
National Championships at Thorpe Bay is for PY916 formats.
Sport National Championships at Instow is for PY882 format.