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Manly Beach was packed with sails on July 7–9 as the biggest ever O’pen Bic Mid- winter Cup was held at Manly Sailing Club.
A total of 85 young sailors took part –17 from the Hibiscus Coast and others from as far as Australia and Rarotonga. The youngest was eight years old. The local sailors enjoyed sailing with larger numbers in fleet racing – for some this was their first event. Competitors were split into three categories depending on their sailing abilities.
Winds were light at times and rain and squally conditions meant it was not always possible to see the top mark from the beach.
Two locals made it into the top three of Gold fleet. Overall winner was Sean Herbert of Gulf Harbour, who has been sailing this class for almost six years. He and Mattias Coutts, who placed third in Gold fleet, are heading to Italy for the O’Pen Bic Worlds (July 31–August 5). You can follow Sean on his blog www.herbertsailing.com
