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WATCH: Zululand Yacht Club tradition takes a tumble

This year's annual 'sail past' took place indoors as the wind and rain put paid to the outdoor spectacle

October 14, 2020
Dave Savides 1 minute read
Tradition is upheld as the yachties salute the commodore, led by past commodores Wayne Bird and Steve Martin. This was followed by a resounding 'three cheers for the commodore' PHOTOS: Dave Savides

INCLEMENT weather saw the cancellation on Sunday of the season opening sail past at the Zululand Yacht Club.

Traditionally, yacht crews sail down the canal, saluting as they pass the commodore, who stands on a floating platform and
acknowledges the gesture.

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While the ‘down’ ride is always respectful and orderly, chaos erupts on the return trip and boats bombard each other and the commodore with foam, water balloons, flour and every manner of ‘ammunition’ available.

This year the ‘sail past’ took place indoors as the wind and rain put paid to the outdoor spectacle.

 

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October 14, 2020
Dave Savides 1 minute read
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