Thirteen boats came to Fahrensodde, where the Flensborg Yacht Club the sailing club of the Danish minority, the championship of the Ylvas organised.
Ylva is a skerry cruiser-related boat class from Denmark. The 12.20 metre long and 2.30 metre wide boats were created in the early 1970s. In 1973, 1974 and 1975, the prototype won the Seeland Round the Sea regatta after a calculated time, and the successor did the same in 1976 and 1977.
The participants were delighted that it was finally possible to travel without formalities again this summer: "We could just cross the border as we pleased," said one of them, summarising everyone's joy.
Sunshine and heat contributed to the good atmosphere, only the wind could have been a bit stronger. Course manager Lars Bøcher from Korsør set some nice short courses, and after eight races the Danish championship was over.
The winner was Bo Lindegård from Middelfart with Ylva DEN35, whose name "The Hurricane" became the programme. He was immediately ahead of last year's silver medallist Erik Borg from Korsør Sailing Club. Last year's winner, Lars Borg, was beaten by his father this time and finished in third place. The best German was Thomas Kruse in "Bris op", who had to settle for fourth place despite having the same number of points as the bronze winner.
There was no major shore programme this year. Instead, "pierbiere" were brought to the boats, where the crews rounded off the day. The prize-giving ceremony took place in compliance with social distancing rules and with many sponsor prizes for all participating boats.
Photos from Chriss Gossmann
Lasse Johannsen
Deputy Editor in Chief YACHT
