Puddleduck Vineyard Racing DF65/RG65 06.01.2026

[Ian]

Puddleduck Sailing – RG/DF65s

6th January, 2026

A healthy number of skippers (19) turned up to Puddleduck today to contest the first sailing day for 2026 for DF/RG65s. Results from today’s sailing are below.

Unfortunately both Ron (Gadget) and myself were hoping to re-energise our enthusiasm over the xmas / new year break but it wasn’t to be and have both decided today to take an unknown extended break from organising and sailing at Puddleduck Vineyard.

As a result, it would be great for sailing to continue at the venue under the control of different personnel and I am happy to pass on the results spreadsheet to the next volunteer(s). This will also include posting dates on the RCTT website calender and doing a short report on the sailing days happenings if you so wish.

On behalf of Ron and myself, thank you to all the skippers that have supported us over the past three years.

Happy sailing,

Ian (Bodge)

[Gadget]

Well written Bodge.  It’s been a long haul over the last three years and about time for some fresh ideas with running the sailing at Puddleduck.

We have such and influx of new sailors and I’m sure there will be some people who will be keen to give it a go.

Regards,

Gadget.

[Jammy]

I thank Bodge and Gadget for the time and effort provided to ensure  continuity of the club.

[Switch]

Thanks Bodge and Ron for your invaluable contribution over an extended period, it really is appreciated what you have both donth for the strength of Puddleduck sailing.  All the best with your future endeavours.

[Dennis]

Sad to hear boys, you will be missed greatly. Sometimes a good break is a good thing, all the best.

[Tiles]

Gosh, Bodge and Gadget I am very sorry to hear that you are both stepping back from both sailing and organising events at PDV. Your organisational skills have been the backbone of the group and I for one will miss sailing with you on the pond.  I hope the break will reinvigorate you both and we will see you back on the water in the future.

[Todd]

Sorry to hear this Ian & Ron. As a new entrant to DF65 sailing and sailing at Puddleduck I have appreciated the work you both have put in. Often we forget to thank or offer to assist those that make these things happen. I have enjoyed the atmosphere and sailing at Puddleduck so hopefully it will continue.

I hope your enthusiasm return’s and your break will be short.

Cheers Todd Sproule

 

[GG]

Sorry to hear this, you have both done an incredible job over the years.

[Kermit]

WELL Ron, Bodge  The canal floaters group is open for your enjoyment every saturday 10 oclock and it is enjoyment  real fun but we are a group that sticks by hard an fast rules  and we will not shift on them  ONE   Try not to hit anyone TWO  if you do say sorry THREE  have a laugh…. an we do that a lot  easy rules ay   we will not accept any other nonsence rules  we stopped our traditional lunch before christmas because of the cold but now  if the floaters sailing group wish to start that up again no problem ay we have two bouys or girls /non sexists as the race markers  it can get cold on the pontoon  but with the wheelchair mob constantly attacking us with their putt putts  we are constantly alert and moving so its ok there is a small annuity $50  to be paid to the save the green tree frog  I handle that part  so easy     look forward to seeing you both ……..and cash ………………………….just say’n

[Admiral]

Very sorry to hear this. Thank you for your efforts and excellent execution of the management duties involved with running the weekly event at Puddleduck.
Cheers

Admiral

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