Welcome to QLA
The Queensland Laser Association Inc. is the organising body for Laser, Laser Radial and Laser 4.7 sailors in the state of Queensland, Australia. Based in Brisbane, the association represents the interests of members from all over the state and is the local representative of the International Laser Class Association (ILCA). The association organises regattas, annual championships, distributes news and information regarding the Laser and organises training for its members among other functions.
Notice Board
A Letter to the QLA from Ashley Stoddart
Hi Lyndall,
I was wondering if you could pass this information on to the Queensland Laser Association, it is just an update of what I have been up to, and what I am going to be doing.
A week out from leaving for Brazil, to attend the ISAF Youth Worlds is a very exciting time for me. I am currently doing final preparatory measures to make sure I have everything sorted and not leave anything to the last minute before jumping on the plan next Wednesday. The whole team will gather in Sydney for a farewell dinner with YA and sponsor OAMPS Wednesday evening, before finally departing on Thursday. I have been making a few final checklists to follow before leaving and also for arrival over in Brazil, as well as both on and off water training which continues until we leave. Looking back at my training and preparation over the last few months gives me a great deal of confidence and comfort so close to the regatta. I have been able to go down to Sydney numerous times to train with the bunch of laser sailors lead by Erik Stibbe and Sarah Blanck (who will be the coach at the Radial Worlds in Japan), raced in a few practice regattas- including the QLD State Laser Titles and have also done training with both Stewart Casey and Adrian Finglas- who will be accompanying Curtis Skinner and I, as coach in Brazil. I am very eager to have a sail over there and begin racing, it will be a great feeling. Before leaving I cannot forget to thank you, the Queensland Laser Association for the programs that you support and the encouragement you give to the Queensland Laser sailors. I appreciate the work of the association, thank you very much.
Kind Regards,
Ashley
IC263 - LaserWorld Now Available to Download and View Online
The June 2009 edition of LaserWorld is now available for all Sailors
and National Associations to download and view online.
You can view the LaserWorld web page at:
http://www.laserinternational.org/laserworld.htm
SPLM NOR is now available
See the Events Page for more information and to download the NOR
Boom Block Update
Attention all blockheads - New boom blocks are on the way.
Brazil or Bust Weekend of Racing & Training - Bring Your Carnival Attitude!
Prize for Best Sailing Outfit, Best Head Gear Award.
Open Radial Training Regatta – All Radials Welcome
When: 6th & 7th June 2009
Where: Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Time: Races Start at 13:30 (with the intention of holding 4 races daily)
Cost: Free (Register on the day)
Please note that this is a training regatta and that it is for Radials only
This is an invitation by Yachting Australia High Performance Coach – Adrian Finglas
RQYS News
RQYS has requested mid-week sailors to not leave their trolleys on the ramp and that all trolleys to be clearly marked with the boats sail number.
A new ‘six pack’ regatta entry for non-members from other clubs to come and compete will be introduced. This will allow other fleets to visit more regularly.
Charter Boats Required
We are in need of more charter boats for the Youths (04 – 08 July) and the SPLM (17 – 20 July). Newer boats are preferable, especially for the oldies in the SPLM as they can be quite fussy. Any old boat should be fine for the Youths.
Metros - Final Results Posted
Here are the results for the Metropolitan Championships. Congratulations to all winners, particularly the Radial winner.
Rig for slim, attractive men and women of all ages
Rig for old fat guys
Rig for midgets
Pictures from Round 1
Pictures from Round 3
State Championship Results
Well, nobody can say we didn’t get varied conditions over the 3 days of racing.
We had a race in 3 knots, we had races in 5 knots and at times we had races with gusts up to 7 knots. So really, something for everyone!
Congratulations to the 4.7 rig winner Daniel Smith, the Classic rig winner Ashley Brunning, and even though it pains me to say it, congratulations to Klade Hauschildt the Radial rig winner, again.
Results:
Rig for those who eat too little porridge
Rig for those who eat way too much porridge
Rig for those who eat nutritionally balanced meals with just the right amount of porridge
Metros Round One
Results and Pictures - Now Available through the Events and Results pages.
See the Events page
NOTE : all entrants MUST be a YA Silver Card Holder to compete..
Laser Training Camp - 6 to 9 April.
A major training camp has been organised for 6 to 9 April at RQYS and is being run by YA in conjunction with YQ. Coaches and sailors from around Australia are expected and all local Laser sailors are welcome. Contact Ken Hurling (see the training page) for further details.
NOTE : This camp is for youth sailors and you must check with Ken or Adrian prior to attending.
SPLM preliminary information is now available!
Download the flyer.
Dates for this event are set for 17 - 20 July, 2009
WANTED - charter boats for visiting competitors.
Youth Championships 04-08 July
South Pacific Laser Masters 17-20 July
If you have a boat available for charter please contact Jan on gjkemp@aapt.net.au
Past news archive
Notice to all QLA Members - Memberships due for renewal
Please note that membership is due for renewal from 1 July 2008. The new membership form is now available for download from the link in the left hand panel. The membership fee is $75. Note that it is also a requirement that any person wanting to enter a QLA event must be a financial member of the Association. Read the rest of this entry »