Cruising Yacht Club of Australia member Anthony Dunn christened the Elliott 6 Garmin in front a large contingent of last Wednesday evening’s St Arnou twilight sailors. 

Paul Maloy, managing director of Garmin Australia joined CYCA Vice Commodore and training and development committee chairman, Garry Linacre, and Commodore Matt Allen in the welcoming of Garmin to the Youth Sailing Academy fleet.

Anthony commented on how pleased he was to be supporting youth sailing. “I am looking forward to following the progress of the Elliott Garmin and all those who sail on her,” he said at the official launch.

The CYCA is proud to be the only club in Australia with 10 identical training sports keel boats and it is through the generosity of sponsors that these boats are purchased and maintained to such a high standard. 

While these boats are used to conduct training of all levels of sailors, they also provide unique opportunities for the CYCA to conduct high level and well recognised national and international regattas such as the Bavaria Yachts International Youth Match Racing regatta, starting Wednesday 14 November, and next year’s Harken International Women’s. – Jenni Bonnitcha