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    Posted: 25 Jun 16 at 1:14pm
ColPrice2002.....Forgot about the towel!!
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Hi,
I think that the wet gear = some clothes that are ok to get wet plus a spray top and trainers/plimsolls that aren't spoilt by getting wet.
This time of year I normally sail (inland) with shorts, t shirt, dinghy boots with the option of a spray top for when it rains or gets cooler or indeed if there's a lot of spray.

Enjoy the day and take spare clothing + towel!

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Hi All
Looking forward to Sunday, Open day at local sailing club. Had a word with Rear Commodore who gives lessons (without certificates!!) and is willing to take me on. For the open day was advised to bring wet gear!! All I have for the day is Waterproof golf gear!! If all goes well, will invest in some gear. Not too many Dinghy gear shops, seems like most of it is on-line, pity, I like to support local shops, Oh well!! Will let you know how I get on, Have a good weekend sailing......
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Could be, Buzz. Also easier to run both on a pond, rather than tidal water, which involves greater resources and more people to ensure safety. I'm only really used to inland setups, my Restronguet days being 25 years ago!
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Originally posted by Rupert

Loads of clubs teach sailing! I work at 2 different ones, and know of many, many others.

Most will be registered training establishments with the RYA, so a visit there may help, though the RYA site is difficult to follow.


Maybe its because we have so many sailing schools in Cornwall. They tend to teach people to sail. The clubs provide coaching and racing.
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Rupert. Thanks. Googled whitefriars sc. very impressive!!
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Have fun!
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Well, I will be there trying boats out. Just by emails they seem a very friendly group!! Will let you know how I get on.
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Crewing is a great way to meet people and find your feet around the club. I can see why singlehanded is popular from a convenience point of view but crewing can be a really useful way to gain some experience without getting overfaced out on your lonesome. 
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Update....
Been in contact with one of the two sailing clubs near me. One club has a member who is an instructor, so I will be giving him a call. Also, just by chance they are having an ''Open Day'' at the end of June so will be going to that, they said they have quite a few boats so I can try them out!! Also I could do a bit of crewing(?).
So its looking up
Thanks for everyones help/advice.
Terry
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