A slow day at the office for the opening day of the Pallas Capital Gold Cup finale at RPAYC, with light and tricky conditions making every shift count for the 18 Grand Prix racers across the TP52s and Super 40s.
In the TP52s, Smuggler leads TPR from Matador and Virago, while Matador and Smuggler are tied on top in IRC ahead of Virago and First Light.
In the Super 40 fleet, Beau Ideal holds the advantage across SFR, ORC and IRC, with Ambition and Edge locked in a tight fight behind them.
Off the water, supporters were treated to a front-row seat to the action thanks to John and Lyndall Bacon, hosting an on-water supporters event aboard their beautiful Grand Banks.
Full results: .au/club/147/profile?tab=results
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#PallasCapitalGoldCup #TP52 #Super40 #GrandPrixSailing #Pittwater #RPAYC
Here we go for the finale.
Eight boats were out for the training session last night ahead of the Pallas Capital Gold Cup finale, which kicks off today from RPAYC.
A perfect Pittwater sunset training session, with more Grand Prix boats than we see at some regattas 🌅⛵️
Not a bad way to warm up for a decider.
#PallasCapitalGoldCup #TP52 #Super40 #GrandPrixSailing #Pittwater #RPAYC
Celebration of the new partnership between CUPRA and RPAYC. Commodore, Robert McClelland welcomed CUPRA Director Jerome Figuiere to the club on Wednesday to a room full of club members. The collaboration unites two brands defined by community, performance, innovation and a passion for pushing limits, on road and on water.
On display was the CUPRA Elliott 7, and two of CUPRA’s newest car models: the striking new CUPRA Terramar SUV, along with the latest CUPRA Formentor, which just arrived in the showroom.
Members can view the Terramar displayed at the front of the Clubhouse and scan the QR code to arrange a test drive or visit .au/ (Mention RPAYC)
Take advantage of the Terramar 1.9% p.a. comparison rate, available for a limited time only.
#CUPRAAustralia
#CUPRAInspiringtheworldfrombarcelona
#CUPRAcitygaragesyd
#CUPRA_artarmon
#rpayc
Photos by Thomas Patterson @tjpattomc
The Selden for Sailing Lion Island Series continued on Saturday with a spectacular Race 02.
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Race 2 of the Selden for Sailing Lion Island Series delivered a classic afternoon of Pittwater racing, with multiple postponements, building breeze and tightly contested fleet action across all divisions.
After an initial delay under AP, Division 1 finally got away on their third start attempt, settling into a light southerly breeze that built to around 14 knots. The fleet worked upwind toward to Saltpan Cove, then ran down Pittwater to West Head under a sea of spinnaker, and into Broken Bay to the round the Box Head mark. The conditions in Broken Bay were relatively stable, with a south easterly breeze,allowing spinnakers to be hoisted once again with a run around Lion Island.
Condor and Seeking Alpha featured prominently at the front of Division 1, taking advantage of the freshening pressure as the fleet powered past West Head and around Lion Island before turning back toward the finish off Scotland Island.
Division 2 enjoyed a clean but tightly packed start, with crews “packed in like sardines” off the line. Gezzabelle capitalised on local knowledge of Pittwater and the improving breeze to make strong gains throughout the race.
As Division 3 began racing, Division 1 boats were already charging back downwind under spinnaker, creating a busy racetrack across Pittwater. Division 4 start saw an individual recall as eager competitors pushed the line their advantage along the line.
The fresh southerly created excellent racing conditions for the return leg, with crews enjoying the challenges back toward the finish. At the tail end of the fleet, Erini brought the afternoon to a picturesque conclusion, enjoying the late sunshine over Pittwater as the crew headed toward the finish line, south of Scotland Island, to complete Race 2 of the series. #LionIslandSeries #PittwaterSailing #SailingCommunity #rpayc
The Centreboard OTB Ice Breaker Regatta is back in 2026 – ENTER NOW!
RPAYC welcomes members and guest competitors to enter the OTB Winter Regatta. Open to all Club members and Classes.
Click here to enter: .au/sailing/centreboard/
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. #WinterRegatta #RPAYC #SailingCompetition #OTBClasses #SailingCommunity
Mooring Opportunity – Crystal Bay (Mooring 18)
A rare opportunity has become available in the highly sought after Crystal Bay, with Mooring 18 now open for expressions of interest.
View the Mooring map here
Positioned in one of Pittwater’s most protected (and convenient locations) mooring 18 is ideally suited to boats up to approximately 35ft with a maximum draft of 1.5m.
The monthly mooring fee is $17.70 per foot and includes
On demand tender service 7 days a week
Annual mooring inspection and servicing
Expressions of interest are now invited from Members who are seeking a secure and serviced mooring within close proximity to Club.
If you would like to be considered or if you would like more information please get in touch with the Waterfront Team [email protected]
#rpayc #pittwater #ourbackyard #welcometotheclub
🌷💖 Celebrate the Superheroes in Our Lives this Mother's Day! 💖🌷
This Sunday, Mother’s Day, celebrate your mum and treat her to Breakfast or Lunch at the club. ✨
💐🕒Book now, not to miss out. Bookings Essential 💕
Book Here: .au/online-bookings/
#RPAYC #MothersDayGifts #PamperMom #FamilyTime #watersidedining
Annual Yachting Presentation 2025–2026
Join us for a dazzling celebration at the Annual Yachting Presentation.
📅 Friday 22 May
🕕 6pm Start
⚓Theme: Nautical
🏆 Celebrating the sailing season and recognising achievements in Saturday Pointscores sailing and more.
Tickets are $50 Per Person. #YachtingPresentation #SailingSeason #SailingCommunity
