Monthly Archives: October 2022

The second Metro series race was held at the Royal Perth Yacht Club, racing for the Max Hayes memorial trophy. With the threat of rain and blustery conditions, crews were kept on their toes. Itinerant strode out to an early lead, however some impressive equipment failure had them in management mode, and they were quickly overtaken.

The Black Smoke made it first around North Point Walter, and managed to keep the lead, despite persistent chasing by a very close fleet. Farr Far Away overtook Itinerant just metres before the line, to finish second, with The Black Smoke coming home first and fastest.

The summer season started off with Heat 1 of the Metro Series, racing out of Royal Perth Yacht Club. This first heat was again scheduled on the weekend following RPYC’s Opening Day. The break from tradition has been welcomed by the fleet, and leaves the skippers and crews free to enjoy the party and then get on with the serious racing the following weekend.

Unfortunately, it seems the fleet was a little too serious and eager, with everyone arriving at the start line almost a full minute early. The resulting loops and dips provided a mixed up the start, and we were off and racing. The Black Smoke picked the northern side of the river, ignoring the fleet, and was rewarded. She was then expertly chased down by last season’s Championship winner Itinerant who finished fastest, followed closely by Farrlap, who took out the first flag.