I can resist anything...

Except temptation!!

Sailing at Weymouth last week, in a Force 5 or so, it occurred to me that my 5.5m sail was pretty marginal at times. And this is summer winds - what's it going to be like in the autumn? Time for a smaller sail...

Working in Leeds this week - how convenient!! Went round to see the jolly chaps at Robin Hood again on late night opening. Once again Matt was willing to relieve me of cash in exchange for equipment. The choices were many, but came down to

• 2003 Neil Pryde 4.7 Core
• 2004 Tushingham 4.7 The Rock

The only problem is that they both take 400cm masts, IMCS 19 - and I have only 460/430 and much stiffer (for the bigger sails). Regretfully, I was forced to buy a Tushingham 400cm 75% Carbon mast, to match the ones I already have. What a blow. I settled for the Tush, if only because it should behave similarly to the other Tush sails I have. The NP is softer than other NPs, but still harder than Tush, and I think I appreciate the lightness and softness of the Tush sails in my inexpert state. Maybe when I'm really good, and the other sails are knackered...

Since I'd gone up in the car, these are hopefully being delivered next week. I guess the "investment" rate will slow eventually, or perhaps I'll find that buying used will be possible!! I must try one of these boot sales at Hayling.

I also tried some winter wet suits, but although there were some good fits, they didn't have one in Small which I'd like to have tried. Good job really, 'cos I'd certainly have bought one. Hey who am I kidding? I'm gonna get one anyway, so better to do it there and get a discount!

Went to the pub with Matt, Keeley, Gumby and others after the shop shut. M and G are off to El Tur this weekend - apparently it's Force 7! Matt's a bit apprehensive, and I can't say I blame him. Wish I was going though.