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Laser Pico Nationals at Gurnard Sailing Club - Preview

by Mark Harrison 18 Apr 2007 13:01 BST 5-7 May 2007
Pico sailors of all ages and abilities are welcome to the nationals in Gurnard © Mark Harrison

Gurnard Sailing Club, on the Isle of Wight is hosting the 2nd Laser Pico nationals over May Day weekend, 5th-7th May. Pico sailors of all ages and abilities are welcome to the event, which will be split into 2 fleets - the A fleet races, for single-handers with battened mains, will take place in the afternoons, while morning racing is for all comers, one or two up, using the training rig.

There is a family emphasis on the event - parents are encouraged to enter with younger children in the B fleet racing and a discount is available to families entering both A+B fleets.

Entry forms are available on www.gurnardsc.org.uk

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