LOMO Blaze Inland Championships 2024 Preview

Where and when : The Chase SC, October 12th-13th

The Blaze Class is gearing up for its final event of the 2024 season, the Inland Championships at Chase Water. This year’s event promises to be as competitive as ever, with a mix of experienced racers and rising stars vying for the title.

Lomo Blaze Inland Championships 2024 Key Highlights:

• Return to Chase Water: The event will take place at Chase Water, a venue last visited by the Blaze Class in 2019.
• Strong Competition: The event is expected to attract a large fleet of competitors, making for exciting and challenging racing.
• Travellers Series: The Inlands is the final event in the Travellers Series, making it crucial for sailors looking to secure a top spot in the overall standings.
• Generous Prizes: Thanks to the support of LOMO, the event will feature a range of prizes, including the coveted ‘Blaze Expedition Holdall’.
• Social Event: In addition to the racing, the weekend will include a social event with a Mexican theme.

Sailors to Watch:

• Christian Smart: The reigning Yorkshire Dales SC Inland Championships winner is a strong contender this year.
• Charlie Matthews: The Class Association Chairman has been in excellent form this season and is a potential winner.
• Douglas Clow: The current leader of the Travellers Series is a rising force in the Blaze Class.
• Will Gould: The Youth National Champion is another strong contender for the title.
• Ben Pickering: The 2019 Inland Championships winner will be looking to reclaim his title.

Event Details:

• Date: October 12th-13th, 2024
• Venue: The Chase SC
• Entry Fee: £40
• Entries Close: Monday, October 7th

For more information on the event, please visit the Blaze Class Association website.

https://www.blaze-sailing.org/post/lomo-blaze-inland-championships-2024-preview

Header image: Close quarters racing around the first windward mark at Yorkshire Dales SC Inland Championships 2023 Image by Paul Hargreaves Photography