NEWS

Newsletter August 2018

An ambitious goal requires an audacious plan

26 August 2018 James Mayo

A look into the planning and execution of what it takes to be at the pointy end of the fleet. Here, Magpie’s mainsheet hand, James Mayo, gives us a full introspective into what they do to be the crew that they are. Great learning for all sailors ... read more
CLASS NEWS
Presidents Report

26 August 2018 David Ritchard

50 years on and the Etchells is still a force. We had a great season last Summer, and of course, it is all about to kick off again in earnest, with the impending World Championship in Brisbane ... read more
A Great Season for Pacesetter Etchells

26 August 2018 Phil Smidmore

Phil Smidmore's new Etchells have done very well of late. Big time, actually. Even parts are moving out the door, especially the masts. Brisbane is just around the corner, so get your orders in now for new/replacement gear ... read more
Honours to Etchells Class Legends

26 August 2018 Phil Smidmore

Three very well known Australians recently had some very prestigious and thoroughly warranted accolades placed upon them. Please read on ... read more
Changes to Appendix A

26 August 2018 David Ritchard

New interpretation of the rules in the lead up to the World Championship at Brisbane means you need to understand how it may affect you for this regatta, as well as other sanctioned events ... read more
The Destiny of our Class

26 August 2018 David Ritchard

Time to step on board. You can make a difference and help the class to continue on in the manner that has seen it retain its pre-eminence in a market that has more and more classes each and every day ... read more
Change delivers opportunity

26 August 2018 John Curnow

I have been fortunate enough now to be around the Etchells Class for over ten years. Like anything where the time just seems to vaporise, it has to have been good. And it has. Really good. There has been enjoyment and learning, so what more could you ask for? Nothing ... read more
EVENT NEWS
2018 Australasian Championship

26 August 2018 Nic Douglas

The Dock Mooloolaba Australasian Etchells Championship wrapped up on Sunday 10 June, with seven potential winners from the 44 boat fleet, and just one race to sail for the seven race series ... read more
FLEET NEWS
Adelaide: Vale David Henshall

26 August 2018 David Royle

Sadly, one of the Class’ great names has passed. His legacy will be missed, and the Adelaide Fleet acknowledges all he did on and off the water for the betterment of Etchells, sailing and smiling in general ... read more
Brisbane: 39 Boats

26 August 2018 Noel Paterson

The renaissance that is the Brisbane Fleet is both significant and quantifiable. There are 39 boats in the fleet, with some 163 sailors also all paid-up! Lot’s of good news, so read on ... read more
Melbourne: More boats on the water!

26 August 2018 Peter Coleman

Lots of racing continues on Port Phillip, and they are set for the 2020 Australian Championship. There are four more crews racing now and it is a big deal each Saturday, with nearly 20 boats out on the water ... read more
Sydney: Looks to bolster participation

26 August 2018 Mike Tyquin

They had a big year, and some new ideas aim to have them attracting even more souls into Etchells. There are plenty from the fleet also attending Brisbane, so it is all on when it comes to Sydney ... read more