Perfect day on the trail of the sail

WHEN the going gets tough, the tough get going, but even the hardiest sailors think twice before venturing out in a gale. That’s why the competitors at Cork Week in Crosshaven were relieved yesterday when the weather prophets of doom proved to be too pessimistic.

The forecast was for ‘dirty’ weather, with strong winds and squalls and a hard time for those on the water. In fact, it turned out to be an ideal day for racing as the competitive sailing at Cork Week got under way in earnest.

“In the morning it was challenging out there, with a nasty chop,” said Mark Ring, marina and racing coordinator, “but, although there were one or two competitors not feeling too well at the start, it was still wonderful sailing weather.”