The weather gods were not shining for the final series of races of the Kinsale YC Spring Series.

In contrast to last week’s bruising battle, a dying, shifting breeze, pleasant sunshine and shortened courses were the order of the day for competitors in the North Sails-sponsored third week of the Kinsale Yacht Club Spring Series.

Easter Monday dawned overcast and breezy for the second week of the KYC Spring Series.

THERE was no doubt it was November as Jack Frost appeared for the first race of the CH Marine winter league at RCYC.

Owner David Johnson has warned punters that his promising novice Therealbandit is unlikely to tackle the Tote Cheltenham Gold Cup in March.