business - 2026-07-04

Pittwater Wednesday winter sailing series ends after final midweek race

Source: rpayc.com.au

The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club has wrapped up its 2026 Wednesday Winter Series on Pittwater, with the final midweek race bringing the season to a close. For local sailors, the series matters because it offers a regular winter racing option that is shorter, less formal and easier to join than many larger club programs. The last race was held in light to moderate west-southwesterly winds of about 5 to 10 knots, with gusts reaching 15 knots in more exposed parts of Pittwater. Those conditions, combined with flat water and clear winter weather, gave competitors a relatively manageable afternoon for the closing event. According to the club, the Wednesday series has built its reputation around competitive sailing in a more relaxed format. Shorter courses and a midweek timeslot make it easier for crews to get on the water regularly, whether they are trying to sharpen boat handling or simply keep racing through winter. That format also makes the series one of the more accessible pathways into club racing on Pittwater. The club says it suits both experienced racers and people taking their first steps into organised competition, particularly crews wanting to introduce less experienced...