The fine craft Stella Genesta enjoyed success at The Turkey Race on Saturday, taking line honours and winning the race. The slower boats started before the fast boats. This helped Stella who was first over the start-line and benefited from clear water to lead the race from start to finish. The race was a quick blast from Reedham Ferry up to the windmill before Cantley and back again. 11 yachts took part with Rebecca finishing second. The weather was amazingly mild for December with blue skies and a decent breeze. Afterwards Rev T was observed to be in eulogise overload mode, with comments such as "we left them for dead", "next stop Cowes Week" etc flowing as freely as the celebratory pints of Adnams.
with the trophy in The Reedham Ferry pub
with the trophy in The Reedham Ferry pub
Stella moored before the race
Sparklet
more photos here
and some more on the Yare Sailing Club website