Musto Skiff's Endeavour Challenge.

As Sten was on holiday and I am still European Champion I had the privelage to represent the Musto Skiff class at this years Endeavour Trophy.

Myself and Grahme Vials turned up bright and early on Friday morning and took delivery of our brand new Topper Xenon.We rigged it as quickly as possible in the pouring rain,then ran inside.Here we were given a briefing by Harvey Hillary and then sent on the water for an excellent days coaching.

Saturday arrived with a fresh breeze and the prospect of 5 races.The racing throughout the day was very tight and very enjoyable.We finished the day in 7th place reasonably satisfied with our efforts.

A fantastic meal was enjoyed by the competitors on the Saturday eveing washed down with the free wine.

Sunday arrived as did the pain in my legs.Two anadin extra later and I was ready for the next 3 races.Moderate winds were the order of the day,this seemed to suit us better.We managed a 1st place in one race and were generally very competitive.

We managed to finish 6th overall - I good result but we could have done better ...

Many thanks to the Royal Corinthian and to all the event sponsors.Holt,Marlow ropes and especially Topper for providing the boats.The Xenon is a great boat to do such an event in and should prove a popular boat with less experienced sailors who want a bit of fun.

Special thanks to Grahme for getting us around the course and to Paul Manning from Ovington Boats for being such a good host.

Now all I have to do next year is beat Sten at the Nationals and get another invite EASY!

regards,

Ian Trotter

PS. Hiking hurts.