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C L U B YA C H T I N G
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
WHISPER MUG
T
he Whisper Mug has been a
tradition in Pittwater since 1972
when the first race was organised
by Sue and Neville Fielding in
their yacht Whisper. Since then
the race has prospered with fleets of up
to 20 and a reputation for a highly
enjoyable day out on the water and a social
party afterwards.
The breeze at this time of year is
normally excellent, and the race has only
ever been shortened once in its 40 year
history. In a similar vein to twilight racing
and the popular Portuguese Picnic, this is a
fun race with most crews consisting of family
and friends. The major difference is that the
course is long enough for a decent sail and
spinnakers are permitted.
There are two divisions:
• a division for those owners who wish to
sail the traditional rounding of Dangar
Island and home; and
• a division for members to enjoy a more
leisurely sail to Juno Point and return.
Congratulations to our winners for 2017
where all competitors who enjoyed the 20nm
course to Dangar Island and back in brilliant
E/NE 15knt conditions.
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Race Results
The Whisper Mug
Pick Pocket,
Chris and Julia Hornsby
The Zebulon Plate
Easy Tiger VI,
Tom Spithill
The Josie Trophy
Rojak,
Andrew Glower
The Starter’s Cup
Galileo,
Sal Ridulfo
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