I have been out in the doldrums a bit lately. Not qualifying for the worlds, a period of recovery after that, disappointment with my speed at the latest M ranking, a lot of gardening and decorating to catch up in the house after the worlds preparations and a new boat to understand. So it was a pleasure to see that the sailing skills are still there at the latest one design DF event. It was the first cold weather I have experienced this summer. The mornings on the moors at

A reflection on behaviour at a recent ranking event - and why it matters for the future of our sport Last weekend’s Marblehead ranking event should have been everything we love about radio sailing: close racing, good company, and the simple pleasure of spending a day by the water. And to be fair, most competitors were exactly that - welcoming, supportive, and quick to lend a hand when someone’s winch jammed or a rudder servo decided to retire early. But it’s time we talked ho

I remember at a Poole weekend where I had got a set up where the boat was so fast but stupidly I did not measure the settings. Last weekend I had no edge over anybody so I am trying on this page to unravel any differences. Small margins on the DF65 make a huge difference I had a look at a series of photos to try and understand the difference between my rig 54 and Craig's 121. In summary I think he was able to point a little higher all weekend, carried more mast rake, set a

Photo courtesy of Dave Budden Barton’s Point Coastal Park proved an inspired choice for the 2026 DF65 National Championship. With its expansive car park, on‑site café, proper facilities, secure motorhome area and most importantly a lake offering clean wind from every direction, the venue ticked every box for competitors and organisers alike. Under the calm and capable leadership of Jim La Roche and his dedicated East Kent Radio Sailing Club team, supported by PRO Wayne Stobbs