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New and used boats page has been updated (26/5/2005), Click here for details

The first event will be at Bough Beech on July 3rd (updated 28/04/2005) However, why not come to the training day at Bough Beech on the 2nd July and then sail the event on the 3rd, Go to the events page 2005 for details

Time flies when you are having fun,(updated 21/04/2005) it's time to get the covers off and get your boats ready for the upcoming season. The summer program is ready and will be published shortly, a sea venue has been found for the Nationals. The season will kick off with a training day on the 2nd July followed with racing on the 3rd. this is a fantastic opportunity for new sailors to come and meet fellow enthusiasts, and find out what makes the boat go quick or slow. whether you race or cruise, there will be information for all -watch this space for details.

Maidstone Fleet page has been updated with the latest results (updated 7/1/05), Click here for details

Checkout the boats for sale section, 3 plastic boats now available (updated 7/1/05), Click here for details

Happy new year to all Pacer sailors (updated 3/1/2005), Anyone fancy the Hoo freezer? this event is always good fun, the event is on the 27th Feb with an entance fee of £10, enter 3 boats for the team event, click here for details

Bough Beech Pacers!! (updated 31/10/04) fancy some winter sailing? I (Mike -Pacer 1777) will be out every second Sunday morning from the 21st november

Want to buy the best value for money boats on the market? (updated 31st Oct) Check out our boats for sail page

The Maidstone fleet(updated 9/10/2004) are you ready for you winter sailing, get out your balaclava's and you steamers and prepare for the Pacer trophy? got to the Maidstone fleet page for details

Training day- (updated 7/10/04) At the AGM it was proposed that we should offer a training day for any one interested in developing their knowledge of the Pacer, from basic set up to advanced racing tactics, our most experienced helms and crews will be on hand to offer on the spot advice, what makes the boat go slow and what makes the boat go quick, a great opportunity for new and old sailors to meet and discuss our favourite pastime in our favourite class of boat Can I ask you all to take time to E mail back wether you would be interested in attending such an event, so I can get an idea of numbers etc, I hope to hold the session late spring of 2005. Click here to E mail the sailing secretary

Read Bill Banks version of the Nationals (updated 6/10/04) Bill Banks has posted a his own version of this years Nationals click here to view

Calling National sailors!(5/10/04) Can I have your feedback please click here for more info

A personal account of the Nationals from the sailing secretary (updated 4/10/04) To read click here for details

Boats for sail has been updated (29/9/04) Click here for details

The Travellers trophy has been completed (updated 29/9/04) To check out who won click here

The Nationals results are now available to view! (updated 27/9/04) Click here for the the results of both days

The Nationals are over for another year, (updated 27/9/04) A new national champion has the presidents plate in his trophy cabinet, well done to Brian Wells and his crews Julia Fitzsimmons and James King, watch this space for the write up!

The Nationals are here (well almost)(updated 16/9/04)
Just eight days to go until the first race. This year Maidstone Sailing Club hosts this event. Is it safe to go back into the water??????

Time to get rid of some gear?(updated 15/6/04)
Maybe you have just refurbished you boat! Maybe you have accumulated a lot of useful gear over the years that you can just not use anymore.! Maybe you can help out Richard Cornwell. Check out the Equipment Wanted page

2004 Pacer Nationals and AGM (updated 15/3/2004)
This year sees a change of venue for the 2004 Nationals and AGM. After a number of years of being hosted by the Herne Bay Sailing club, this year's event will be held at the inland venue of Maidstone Sailing club.

Maidstone Pacers (updated 19/1/2004)
Maidstone's Pacer Trophy competition is now well under way. With 4 races to go, it is all up for grabs.

The Provisional Travellers' Trophy results (updated 28/12/2003)
The provisional results are in, and it looks as if Mike Warwicker has successfully defended the trophy.

Pacer Spinnacker Record(updated 7/9/2003)
Clive Larby recalls a record making voyage from Gillingham Strand to Hampton Pier.

THE NATIONALS(updated 7/9/2003)
A new National champion for 2003. This year Derik Ingleton (along with crew Paul Smith) leave all in their wake. Reports and photos to follow soon. Topical but a tad late, last years photos are now viewable.

THE NATIONALS(updated 31/7/2003)
Less than 3 weeks to go!!! To the this years Nationals at Herne Bay, the 16th and 17th August £25 (20 for over 55s and under 16s) entrance fee the racing starting at 12:00 midday

Keep up to date with the Travellers' Trophy competition.(updated 23/07/2003)
We are half way through the season and the lead has just changed hands. With the Nationals looming on the horizon, there is bound to be large change in the pecking order.

No, "Caveat Sailor" does not mean seller beware(updated 09/06/2003)
But it does seem to be the season for buying and selling boats. Check out our Boats for Sail and Equipment Wanted pages.

Maidstone Pacers(updated 16/04/2003)
The Maidstone Sailing Club's Pacer Trophy competition is now complete. Did Graham hang on to his leading position? Check out the results on the Maidstone Fleet's page .

Sailing Diary(updated 21/02/2003)
The Travellers' Trophy and National Championship dates have been finalised. Please note that the AGM will be held on the 16^th Aug, not the 17^th Aug.

Our continual quest for speed(updated 15/02/2003)
Does your pacer fly from wave crest to wave crest leaving others in its near supersonic wake, or does it just wallow, like mine? Need some tips to quicken the pace of life? This months sailing tip, "Boat Speed Criteria" may just be what you need!

Maidstone Pacers(updated 12/02/2003)
Graham Butler may think he has the trophy in the bag but it is only nine races to count so it is all down to the last four races. Paul Lloyd or the Brian Stratton / Kevin O Tool combo are still in with a shout.

Annual General Meeting date set (updated 21/01/2003)
The AGM will coincide with the National Championships and will be held after the end of racing at Herne Bay, on the 17th August.

Pacer National Championships date set (updated 21/01/2003)
The championships will be held at Herne Bay, on the 16/17 August. More info...

New Sailing Tips (updated 18/01/2003)
This year sees the printing of sailing tips directed at the Pacer sailor. Updated every month, these tips should enable all of us to get more out of our boats, or at the very least, make sailing them even more enjoyable. These tips do not originate from me, so if you recognise the work as your own, or a friend's, please let me know, so we can give credit where it is due.

This months tip "Don't get your Cunningham in a twist ".

Provisional Sailing Calendar(updated 10/01/2003)
The Pacer Class Association sailing calendar is being laid out as this page is being written. No firm dates as yet, but a list of probable venues to give you a flavour of this seasons competitions.

Maidstone Pacers(updated 10/01/2003)
The Travellers' Trophy is not the only Pacer competition. Check out the Maidstone Sailng Club Pacer fleet .