Etchells Class News
2020 UK Bedrock Championship
09/08/2020
Etchells Bedrock Championship was held over the weekend of the 5th and 6th of September, organised by Royal Southern Yacht Club with Ian Bulloch as PRO, whose team were warmly congratulated by the Etchells fleet at the Prize Giving for doing such a great job in difficult conditions.
Full ArticleAmerica’s Cup Hall of Famer Grant Simmer talks to Shirley Robertson about his remarkable Cup career.
09/08/2020
Sitting in the hot seat this month with double Olympic gold medalist Shirley Robertson is America's Cup Hall of Fame inductee Grant Simmer.
Full Article2020 Sir Kenneth Preston Trophy
08/25/2020
Etchells first official regatta of the year, the Sir Kenneth Preston Trophy organised by the Royal Yacht Squadron.
Full ArticleEtchells Australia President’s Update
07/09/2020
Mark Roberts, President of the International Etchells Class of Australia, updates us with exciting news about the season ahead, and reports on the ongoing hull review under the direction of the international body.
"The Australian Association has been using the winter months to plan for what should be a cracking summer. The instigation of new initiatives, such as the Etchells Championships League, which will allow our fleets to race in home waters, whilst at the same time competing against their mates from across Australia is just one of the exciting new things that our members will have coming into the new season. We also launch a new Australian Championship regatta series, and will continue to promote and assist Corinthians with free coaching at major national events. All in all, it is going to be a very big year, and I can't wait!"
Full ArticleRevised Schedule for future World Championships
06/16/2020
International Etchells Class Announces a revised schedule for future World Championships
After careful consideration and in collaboration with the confirmed hosts of the next four World Championships, the International Etchells Class Association announces a revised schedule. The 2020 World Championship has been cancelled however, the Swan River Fleet in Fremantle, Western Australia is now set to host in November 2021. In addition the next three World Championships are confirmed for 2022 in Cowes GBR, 2023 in Miami USA, and 2024 in Melbourne, AUS.
Full ArticleOversize holes in the deck
06/03/2020
Is it permissible to cut a hole in the deck, larger than required for a block to be lashed in place and to allow some movement of the block?
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