Lough Ree Yacht Club hosted its biennial Double Ree Regatta for the 5^th time, on the 25^th & 26^th of July.  It proved to be a double hit for RCYC sister sailors Jenny & Aisling O’Connor represented RCYC Feva Fleet and Caoimhe & Frances Corkery represented RCYC/KYC/ISKC 420 fleet.  This event hosted five youth double-handed fleets, from across the country and is one of Ireland’s leading double-handed sailing festivals.
 
4 races were held on Saturday, 12-14kts with gusts of 22kts max with typical slight lake chop.  2 races were held on Sunday, which was heavier with 16-20kts and gusts up to 24kts.
 
Jenny & Aisling achieved 2^nd in the Gold Feva Fleet having a 1^st and four 2nds in their 6 races.
 
Caoimhe & Frances achieved 4^th in the Gold 420 Fleet having a 1^st, two 5^th and two 6^th in their six races, in their first event sailing together.
 
Double Ree continued to showcase the many benefits of double-handed sailing. Sailing with a partner develops teamwork, communication and boat handling skills, while creating a social and supportive environment that encourages young sailors to stay involved in the sport.  Something both fleets work hard to maintain in Royal Cork Yacht Club too.