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November 2022
From the cockpit…
Introducing your committee
Richard Cave, Chair
Having raced in multiple classes since age 9 (initially P Class), eventually in the late 1990’s, the CYA caught my eye.
After a return from my OE in the 1990’s, encompassing sailing the Irish, Caribbean and English/French seas, when beginning to race Auckland moderns, the CYA caught my eye while watching a CYA race start off the cliff above Okahu Bay.
Soon after racing KENTRA (Fife, 31.7m ,1923) I was introduced to K Class KATRINA II with Warren Tuohey.
Introduced to the CYA, it only took a moment to notice that CYA racing was equally competitive. Soon after, in the Regatta, when facing the intricacies of a strong outbound tide, available Devonport eddies, and a competitive and fun Bruce Tantrum, my interest was nailed. I have had fantastic opportunities, from being on each K Class vessel (with exception to PENELOPE), having helped campaign KATRINA for multiple years, seen the launch of, and admired, the K-class book by Jenni Mence, had the privilege of racing against other handy sailors, to being amongst like-minded custodians and fun people interested in showcasing NZ Heritage.
I have particularly enjoyed the camaraderie of the CYA, our host clubs with their history, the opportunity for historic learnings and now having the privilege of crewing on ARIKI.
Russell Brooke, Vice Chair
A long time member of CYA and past skipper of RAWENE (A class), currently KIARIKI (K class), LINDA (launches) and about to campaign GLEAM (C class), I certainly can’t be accused of bias! I have also been a past chairman of CYA. If any members would like to discuss any aspect of CYA then please contact me on 0274539841. I am keen to hear from skippers of the smaller yachts so that we can build our B division (under 38’).
Peter Brookes, Yacht Captain
Profile to come next issue.
Shirley-Ann McCrystal, Launch Captain
I have been a member of CYA since 2014. My history in boating is very wide and long. I sailed aboard PARAMOUR until March 2020 when she was sold. Prior to PARAMOUR, when my first husband Richard was alive we had SALTPETRE, a Davidson 31. Prior to her we owned a Max Carter launch PURSUIT. Prior to her, TALIA, an S&S 24 which Richard built on our front lawn in Hillcrest on the North Shore. Before coming to Auckland, we lived for a time in Whangarei and sailed in our Hartley trailer sailer. Not long after we were married, we lived in Taupo where we had hire boats with Seagull outboards. No yachts but a Vistacraft with a 50hp Mercury which we used as a rescue boat and for water skiing and trout fishing. Now I am in love with MENAI, a beautiful bridge decker which my present husband Bruce and I own, in conjunction with my eldest son and his family.
Mike Pignéguy
I joined the Merchant Navy in 1959 as a Cadet Navigating Officer at 16 yrs. After a 10 year career as a Deck Officer wandering the world, my first yacht in NZ was a Hartley 16 trailer sailer. This was quickly followed by a 30ft Fred Lidgard sloop. In 1984 we bought the 96ft TE AROHA, a coastal trading schooner built by Lanes of Totara North in 1909. After 2 years of continuing a cargo service to Great Barrier and other Hauraki Gulf Islands, we converted the cargo hold to cabins for 20 passengers, and until 1999, undertook day trips out of Auckland and regular 3 to 5 day coastal cruises between Tauranga in the South and the beautiful Whangaroa Harbour in the north.
After selling TE AROHA I started skippering superyachts on the East and West coasts of the US and Bahamas, the Mediterranean , Seychelle Islands and Mauritius.
I have been a teacher and examiner for commercial skipper certificates and am still teaching and examining Boatmaster for Coastguard Boating Education. Dee and I have written two books on boating education for families, 'Boating for Fun' and 'Boating for All'.
Last year we swapped our Beneteau for a Grand Banks 42 Classic launch, and now we can sit at the saloon table in comfort and watch other people’s anchoring antics!
Chris Bierre
Started in CYA on KATRINA II ... now doing main sheet on PRIZE… count many members of CYA as close friends…such a privilege to sail amongst the truly iconic vessels of our maritime history.
Tom Bertenshaw
Profile to come next issue.
And supporting the committee…..
Joyce Talbot – Secretary
I have been involved with the CYA since 2000 as secretary/treasurer for most of those years along with assisting with the Classic Yacht Regatta, yacht and launch racing and the Rudder Cup.
I was very humbled and proud to be made a Life Member in 2012.
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