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Guildford Marine Frensham Frenzy

by Jim Morley 13 Mar 2006 15:29 GMT 12 March 2006
Action from the Guildford Marine Frensham Frenzy Spring Pursuit Event © James Deacon

A record forty five entries took part in the Guildford Marine Frensham Frenzy, five short of the limit for the water.

Competitors from seven clubs sailed the two race event with classes ranging from Toppers and Cadets to RS400 and a solitary Blaze. In previous years this event became notorious as a high wind challenge. This time competitors sailed in a shifting light to moderate south to south easterly breeze with the occasional sharper gusts.

Race One set the pattern for the day with a win going to local helm Ken Haynes (Solo), followed by Mike Lyons, (Blaze) and Ian Gregory, (Laser). Close behind came Chris Ellis, (Lark), and Bruce Hill, (2.4R). A slight increase in wind force for the afternoon race, and a new course, made little difference to the order, with an outright win for Ian Gregory, with Mike Lyons second, and Ken Haynes third. Fourth place went to Katrina Gilbert & Jenny Rust in the first RS200 and fifth place to, Frensham founder member and Finn veteran, Richard Hart.

During the post-race Frensham Tea, new Commodore Nick Royce thanked competitors and paid special tribute to club helpers: Keith Bannister in charge of safety, Committee Boat starter, Graham Howlett, lap recorder, Carolynne Winchester and especially race officer Bob Castle.

Former Commodore, Chris Ellis, who devised The Frenzy, presented a new trophy, a silver model racing yacht while a fine selection of other prizes were presented by Denise Granger of Guildford Marine, the event sponsors.

Overall Results:

1st Ian Gregory - Laser
2nd Mike Lyons - Blaze
3rd Ken Haynes - Solo
4th Bruce Hill - 2.4R
5th Richard Hart - Finn
6th Chris Ellis - Lark
7th Katrina Gilbert - RS200

Special Prizes:
Under 17: Matthew Hill - Laser
Under 15: Alex Groves - Topper
1st Lady team: Katrina Gilbert & Jenny Rust - RS200
1st Lady Crew: Rachel Jones - Lark
1st Family Boat: David & Jonathan Youll - GP14
Grand Master (over 65): Richard Hart
1st Master ( over 45): Mike Lyons
Prize for Endeavour: Katie Lee - Cadet

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