Balmain improve to grab fifth place

January 16, 2023

With a 15-20 knots north east breeze and an ebb tide, on a sunny summer afternoon, the Balmain Slake team sailed with purpose across Sydney Harbour in the first race of 2023

With a 15-20 knots north east breeze and an ebb tide, on a sunny summer afternoon, the Balmain Slake team sailed with purpose across Sydney Harbour in the first race (Race 4: 18ft Skiff NSW Championship) of 2023.  

As other skiffs experienced difficulties, some capsizing, the Balmain team revelled in the conditions to finished with a much improved fifth place, moving them up the overall rankings.  

Join Balmain every Sunday on the Spectators Ferry to experience the excitement of the competition up-close on the water while enjoying live commentary and refreshments. Contact the Investments Team on 9232 8888 or info@balmainprivate.com.au  

Photo: Frank Quealey  

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