ORCV Melbourne Winter Series (MWS)

Ask and ye shall receive...

We just asked Chris Tucker of Halcyon how it was all going and he's been good enough to send us a quick reply.

This appeared in The Prodigal Son - The Halcyon crew may be new to their boat, but they're always out there and right in the thick of it. I expect them to be not only having a ball, but also seeing their improvement. Not long before they tussle with Wicked? Your thoughts Chris? (Tucker - her owner/driver).

This is Chris' reply - "Thank you for the great commentary and photos of the MWS. You are right. We are still learning about the boat and we are having a ball!"

"Division One of the MWS is a big challenge for our first race series, but we are learning a lot from being amongst good boats and good crews - thoroughly enjoying it! We are very inexperienced as a team, but with a high level of enthusiasm aboard, we will continue to improve. I have been fortunate to have such a keen group to sail with."

"For us, Race Four had everything; sunshine, rain, strong gusts and flat spots with little wind. The Race Committee timed it to perfection, as the front hit us a few minutes after we crossed the finish line." - Stay tuned Chris, have a great pic of you heading home....

"We are really looking forward to the Passage Race next time, as we get to see even more of the Bay." And soon enough it will be M2G as well, Chris!!!

"Thanks for your interest in us." - And thank you for your participation, Halcyon. We are enjoying watching your progress.

The full MWS results to date are HERE. The next race of the MWS is Race Five - the Passage Race on August 15.

To get your boat and crew out with the best on the Bay, enter individual MWS races HERE and the M2G is HERE - remember that Cruising Divisions will be offered for the latter event.

By John Curnow

Thank you to David Judge and Tony Dawson from Hoobo's for ensuring Steb had a ride and we, therefore, had imagery.
The Colts (Sydney 38s) are having their own fight within the battle - many thanks to Ullman Sails for providing the prize.