Three PRSC members competed in the 2023 DF95 State Championships with Justin McAullay achieving a very credible 4th position, Bruce Quail and Bruce Robins coming in 9th and 10th respectively out of a total field of 18. The event was won by Nick Jerwood of Wanderers

What causes a yacht to 'fall over' in the water? Loss of keel bulb perhaps? Something more sinister?

With an outstanding turnout on the day of 15 IOMs and 13 DF95s the day was a huge testament to how well thought of Brent was in this and other clubs, a valuable member who is sorely missed. Brent was innovative, always willing to assist or offer advise to those willing to learn and although he was the Club Champion in 2022, he was more interested in having fun and socialising than the competitive side of sailing.

Dual fleets of IOMs and DF95s battled the weather gods to fit in a day of tricky racing for the 14th running of the Perth Classic. Presuming the adverse weather predictions for the day kept most visitors away but those that attended enjoyed the convivial atmosphere whilst providing great spectator entertainment.

A revised format for the Perth Classic now incorporates both IOM and DF95 classes  Enter here

A few shots of the DF95 and IOM fleets sailing under the double rainbow

Lake Douglas on the South Perth foreshore has been used by PRSC for many years, both as an alternate venue to our home site of Jackadder Lake in the City of Stirling, and as a fallback for when Jackadder becomes unusable due to low water or excess weed.

The 2023 PRSC AGM was held at the Warren Lake Hall, Woodlands on the evening of May 9th. Attended by over 20 members, enticed there by the offer of free pizza, were inadvertently exposed to what turned out to be a superspreader event for Covid 19! It appears the Commodore, taking a leading position, went down with symptoms the day after and followed rapidly by a number of other members.

This weekend sees the start of the 2023 DF95 Globals at the famous Fleetwood Model Yacht Club in the UK.

With one of our own members, Bruce Robins, and Austin Lakes local, Andrew Donkin, competing at these worlds, keep abreast of the results and watch the final day's racing live using these links. 

The new format of mixed IOM and DF95 teams competing in relay races provided a jovial atmosphere amid showers and blustery conditions.