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Thanks Peter I agree with your points.
maybe clubs need to set and list a entry cut off date or have a minimum entry level to make it worthwhile and list the number so it's not a surprise near the time.
can't get to Paignton but intend to to go the events in Feb and March. Also Lymington in June is on our Club Calendar.
Mark
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23/11/2023 13:56:00
Mark1654
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Hi Mark,
It certainly does not help host clubs with volunteer and catering resources if competitors enter at the last minute leaving the entry list small until late. The RS Aero Class ought to suffer from forecast based entry decisions less than other classes, as the option to increase or decrease rig sizes enables fun and good racing to still be possible in both extremes of the wind range. If numbers are low to class race we can still have a good combined handicap racing fleet.
It is also important for host clubs to consult the Class prior to considering a cancellation, so that it may be considered, managed and communicated appropriately.
Go to Paignton Christmas Cracker on 3rd Dec instead? See you there if you do.
Peter
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I fully agree - two events this autumn could have happened if they hadn't been cancelled. However, two UK opens this autumn is not a trend. Events may be, and have been, cancelled for a variety of reasons by the hosts.
It certainly does not help host clubs with volunteer and catering resources if competitors enter at the last minute leaving the entry list small until late. The RS Aero Class ought to suffer from forecast based entry decisions less than other classes, as the option to increase or decrease rig sizes enables fun and good racing to still be possible in both extremes of the wind range. If numbers are low to class race we can still have a good combined handicap racing fleet.
It is also important for host clubs to consult the Class prior to considering a cancellation, so that it may be considered, managed and communicated appropriately.
Go to Paignton Christmas Cracker on 3rd Dec instead? See you there if you do.
Peter
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23/11/2023 11:45:00
Peter Barton
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Hi Peter
whilst I understand clubs need to plan ahead to cover the logistics and cost of running an Open event , there does appear to be a trend of cancelling events a week or more before the event. As sailing is a very weather related sport I think a lot of potential participants will wait until midweek to register before deciding to travel and commit. I feel some events could have happened if they hadn't been cancelled so soon.
Mark
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whilst I understand clubs need to plan ahead to cover the logistics and cost of running an Open event , there does appear to be a trend of cancelling events a week or more before the event. As sailing is a very weather related sport I think a lot of potential participants will wait until midweek to register before deciding to travel and commit. I feel some events could have happened if they hadn't been cancelled so soon.
Mark
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23/11/2023 11:11:00
Mark1654
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23/11/2023 10:21:00
Peter Barton
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The Bowmoor Bubble - Bowmoor SC, Swindon, Gloucestershire, Saturday 25th Nov
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Bowmoor Sailing Club are looking forward to inviting the RS Aero Class back to Bowmoor for the annual Bowmoor Bubble open meeting.
The Bowmoor RS Aero fleet is one of the largest in the country and stacked with a wealth of talent. The Bowmoor Bubble will provide a great day of fun challenging RS Aero racing against some of the very best!
The legendary Bowmoor afternoon tea & cake will be served following the prize giving and the Bowmoor bar will be open!
The entry fee includes a Breakfast Bap and Lunch!
Full Info and Online Entry
The legendary Bowmoor afternoon tea & cake will be served following the prize giving and the Bowmoor bar will be open!
The entry fee includes a Breakfast Bap and Lunch!
Full Info and Online Entry
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17/11/2023 19:05:00
Peter Barton
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