YACHTING IN OTAGO

Otago Daily Times, Issue 27038, 24 March 1949, Page 8

YACHTING IN OTAGO

Sir—l would suggest, “ Old Timer," that you take up yachting yourself and try out sailing a “ Class ” boat In one of Otago’s strong south-westerly winds. We would undoubtedly know then who would be In the armchair. May I mention that most boating clubs in Otago are comparatively young groups, but from all accounts their numbers are gradually increasing and it is easy to see the progress made, by the number of yachts on the harbour now, compared to several years ago. I would venture further by saying that the art of seamanship is hard to learn when the elements play such a large part in wrecking gear, etc., for which there is no compensation Also that one must “be in to win,” not necessarily to bring home the trophies.—l am. etc., Fair Sailor. Sir,—Admittedly the standard of yachting in Otago is not as high as that in other centres, but when ■ all is said and done weather conditions do not permit more practice. If “ Old Timer ” and a few of his cobbers would give less abuse yes, and criticism, and give a bit more practical help I think the sport here would definitely improve, when an “ old timer's race ” is held “ Old Timer ” and his armchair critics are conspicuous by their absence.—l am, etc., Big Brother.