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Algies Bay could be a regular host of moth class sailing regattas following a successful championship weekend last month.
The bay hosted the New Zealand Moth Class National Championships, from March 23 to 25.
New Zealand Moth Class president and competitor Brad Marsh says the venue was very suitable for the event.
“The Sandspit Yacht Club was really supportive across the weekend. I think we will hold at least one moth class regatta there every year now,” Marsh says.
“We attracted 14 boats to race, which is a record for a sport that is going through a revival period.”
Marsh says racing was close on all days between the top three competitors, but Luna Rossa America’s Cup racer Pierluigi De Felice was dominant overall and came first.
He was followed in order by Stu Goodes, Russ Evans and first time moth class racer Dan Leech.
The event was officially recognised by Yachting New Zealand and was officiated by race officer Richard Brown.
“We definitely owe a big thanks to Ross and Graham Sutherland, and Peter Marsh, who not only brought the event to Algies, but also set up the weekend,” says Marsh.
