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Isle of Dogs Sea Cadets race at London Regatta May 25 in blustery conditions
11 June 2025 · 2 min · 166 views · Welsh Harp Reservoir, London
What this video covers
The Isle of Dogs Sea Cadets competed in the London Regatta on 25 May, held at the Welsh Harp reservoir near Wembley.Watch The event featured windsurfing on Saturday and dinghy racing on Sunday, with classes including Quests, Zests, Picos, and Toppers.0:17 Conditions proved challenging, with wind gusts reaching 25 knots throughout the Sunday racing.1:03 Despite the blustery weather and the unfamiliar venue, the cadets maintained boat control and successfully navigated mark roundings.1:09 One cadet secured second place in the Topper class during his first-ever regatta.1:35 The Quest team finished first overall, beating both junior and senior competitors.0:39 The unit also placed third and fourth in the Zest class and earned second place in the Pico class.1:51 The event required participants to adapt to sailing away from their home base at the docks.1:23 Proper boat handling in high-wind conditions remains essential for junior racers competing at new venues.
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