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An Ultimate Regatta - Feb 2012
Brisk northerly winds and still water combined for fast conditions at the Ultimate Regatta held at Lake Eppalock on 25-26 Feb. The weekend mixed traditional racing courses with some interesting round-the-buoy team and sternchaser events.

Photo: D Judkins
Coming Events

April 2012
  • Easter Cruise Gippsland Lakes 
    Fri-Mon 6-9th
    Contact David Heale for details.

May 2012
  • GTYC Steamboat Cup Single/Two Handed Race
    Sat 8th
    Contact Andy Mackenzie for details.
     
  • End of Year Presentation Dinner
    Sat 19th
    Pirates Tavern Williamstown
    Contact Maria Molly for details.

June 2012
  • Annual General Meeting
    Wed 6th
    Albert Park Yacht Club
    All Welcome !

Committee News

Committee Meetings are held at 7.30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, at the Albert Park Yacht Club.

New and prospective members are always welcome to attend and find out more about the association.

The next meeting will be:

  • 7.30pm Wed 11 April 2012
    at Albert Park.



Interested in an Ultimate ? - A word from the President

  • The Ultimate Yacht Association is based in Melbourne and has a current membership of 96 boats.
    Regular meetings are held in Melbourne on the second Wed of each month.
     
  • UYA activities as listed on our calendar are a mix of:
    Racing - mainly on Port Phillip Bay, but also on other inland waters.
    Cruising - on the Gippsland Lakes, Port Phillip Bay and other waterways in Victoria and interstate.
    Social Activities - in and around Melbourne.
     
  • Ultimate yachts are valued for their safety, versatility and the strength of the UYA. We regularly receive enquiries from prospective buyers.
     
  • The UYA is a well organised, friendly Association and members are encouraged to participate in the many activities. Members receive a quarterly magazine "Ultimo*Proximo" which contains a wealth of useful information for all Ultimate owners.

 


Are You a Member ?


We encourage all Ultimate owners to become members of the Ultimate Yacht Association for the very low fee of $30 per annum.

Membership has many advantages, including:

  • You receive the quarterly Association magazine Ultimo*Proximo.
    Ultimo*Proximo brings you up to date with Ultimate activities via the calendar, reports and photos of recent events plus invaluable technical articles and ideas for your boat.
     
  • You get the opportunity to participate in UYA activities such as organised races, cruises and social events, while improving your sailing skills and making new friends.
     
  • You gain access to information not published on this web site, such as class rules and specifications.
     
  • Access to a wide range of experienced members who can answer virtually any question you may have about your Ultimate.

To apply for membership, email the UYA registrar David Pink at: enquiries@ultimateyacht.org.au

 





 


 

 
Photo Gallery

NEW Photos From:
   Easter Cruise 11
   State Titles Feb 11
   G/L Lakes Jan 11
   Round the Bay 10
   Easter Cruise 10
                                       
Our Ultimate past:
  in pictures
 
Technical:
Ideas Corner
Ever wanted a headsail lowering line or lazy jacks ? Ultimate owners are an inventive lot - check out these pictures of useful DIY's for your boat !

Dear Jolly Frog
Do you have any tips on reefing in heavy weather ? 

Round the Bay in an Ultimate
Ever wanted to circumnavigate Port Phillip Bay in your Ultimate ?
See how Peter Nyga tackled it, and read a full report in a forthcoming Ultimo*Proximo !

Ultimate Puzzle

1. What has happened if a yacht is 'taken aback' ?
2. What condition exists when a yacht is said to be 'in irons' ?
3. What is the derivation of the word 'yacht' ?
Risk Management

Most of us have flown on a plane at some time and experienced the safety demonstration.  
We are told where the life jackets are and how to adjust them. What do we do when a visitor steps onto our boat ?
Solo Sailing

If you are planning a solo voyage, think very carefully. 
Here are some practical tips to making it a safe trip ...
     
Trip Preparation

"If it's going to blow, don't go", is a handy motto. Check the weather forecasts, which are regularly updated and give warnings of strong winds and gales ...