Rhiannon
Sandringham Yacht Club (SYC) | Club Racing
I raced aboard Rhiannon, a Jarkan 925, out of Sandringham Yacht Club (SYC), adding to my experience across a diverse range of yacht designs and racing formats. Sailing a 30-foot Australian-built cruiser-racer reinforced my ability to adapt quickly to different deck layouts, rig configurations and crew workflows.
Short-course club racing provided frequent, high-intensity manoeuvres that sharpened my execution around mark roundings, sail handling and crew coordination. This campaign offered valuable hands-on exposure to varied spinnaker setups and spinnaker pole configurations, strengthening core skills in timing, communication and clean manoeuvre execution.
Racing a versatile cruiser-racer like the Jarkan 925 highlighted the balance between performance and practicality, further broadening my understanding of trim, weight placement and sail selection. I’m grateful to Lowa Paszko for the opportunity to sail aboard Rhiannon and be part of the SYC racing program.
Blogs
It’s not just sailing
Racing the Dufour 40 near the Yarra River mouth keeps us on our toes. Beyond the technical challenges of Port Phillip Bay, sailing with Peter’s team highlights the social side of the sport. Post-race drinks in the galley are as vital as the racing, cementing the camaraderie that makes club sailing worthwhile.
Adams 10.6
Sailing aboard Cloud 10, an Adams 10.6, provided a classic club racing experience out of RMYS. This 35-foot Australian design is a staple of the local fleet, known for its one-design competition. Getting time on this platform was a practical way to broaden my experience across a different style of local yacht.
Ragnar – Beneteau First 36
Sailing with Richard and Alice Ekberg across both Blairgowrie and Sandringham offered a great look at this modern design. Moving from relaxed summer twilights to more competitive winter series at SYC highlighted the boat’s versatility. It was a practical way to experience how modern layouts handle different club environments and varied racing formats.
RYCV Lipton Cup
The Lipton CupNorthern Port Phillip’s Premier RegattaIf there is one weekend that perfectly captures the spirit of sailing in Melbourne, it’s the Lipton Cup. Held annually at the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, this regatta is a massive multi-class celebration that...
Trilogy – Dehler 42c
Navigating the unique tides and shifts of southern Port Phillip. Staying ahead on this Dehler 42C requires constant anticipation. It’s a rewarding environment where sharp race management meets a welcoming community; chasing the perfect start is only half the experience when participation is the lifeblood of the club.
Junior Sailing at RYCV
The Gateway to the BayJunior Sailing at RYCVIf you’re looking for a place where the city skyline meets the open water, Royals is it. The club has a long-standing reputation for nurturing young sailors, from their very first time on a boat to competing in state and...
Where it All Began
Salt in the BloodWhy Rosebud Yacht Club is Where it All BeganThey say you never forget your first boat, but for me, it was the club that really stuck. My journey with the water started at six years old. My grandmother had just bought a house in Rosebud, and like...