OSC Dinghy Club Championship

OSC CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

The Club Championships, is open to all members of OSC; Sailing a boat or board with a recognised 'Portsmouth Handicap'.

The format of the racing is two Pursuit races, one in the morning starting at 11:00hrs and the second race in the afternoon, not starting before 13:30. Points will be awarded in finishing order and the results for both races combined to find a winner.

If you are not familiar with a pursuit race; This type of sailing race has boats starting off on a staggered start times based on their handicap; which is determined by their RYA Portsmouth Number or PY. {A copy of the main class PY's will be displayed on the club notice board for entrants}. The idea is that all boats should theoretically finish at the same time, as the handicap compensates for differences in boat speed.

Slower boats start first, followed by the faster boats at intervals.

The race normally lasts for about 80 minutes and boat positions are recorded at the end of this time. This is a real test of sailing skill and strategy, with a little luck from the wind. It makes a fun day sailing with lunch in between races, and is a good way to meet new people and sail together.

Last updated 2:35pm on 3 April 2025