About Us
The Sarasota Model Yacht Club got its start in Sarasota in 1996. Our club sails the American Model Yachting Association-sanctioned one-design Soling One Meter R/C , RCLaser DF65 and DF95 model yachts. The club meets four times per week for practice and racing at the Nathan Benderson Park at the south end of the University Town Center Mall which is located at Exit 213 on I-75.
The Soling 1-Meter kit-based model is a pleasure to sail. As a one-design, it is an ideal introduction to model yachting, yet it provides a competitive boat for the best of veterans as well and is available from “Boatyard John” (our club builder).
The RCLaser is factory-built ready to sail and available at intensitysails.com
We also sail the Dragon Force (DF) DF65 and the DF95 RC boats.
The DF 65 is one of the fastest growing class of RC sailboats in the U.S. The boat has earned this distinction by being a great one-design sailing boat while being the least expensive ready-to-sail boat on the market. At around $250 for a boat with radio and receiver and about 3 hours of assembly and you're on the water.
The DF95 is the fastest growing class in the USA and is near Ready-to-Sail in a kit form from Radiosailing.net or from “Boatyard John”.
All skill levels are welcome, from neophytes to crusty old salts! You will find that our members can be very helpful in getting you involved with this great hobby. Come on out to watch the hard-fought races or join us for practice and racing.
Our fleets
The Soling One Meter (S1M): This S1M the largest class in the U.S. and Florida.
The RCLaser: This is the largest RC class in the world.
The DF65 and the DF95: These are the newest and fastest-growing restricted one-design class in both Florida and the U.S. SMYC sails a modified version of the DF65.
Where and when do we race?
We race at Benderson Park Lake (just South of the UTC Mall). If necessary we do have a backup site: The Meadows pond next to their Community Center (2004 Longmeadow). This is nearby Nathan Benderon Park.
We race on Saturdays 10-Noon year-round, and Tuesday & Thursdays 1-3 pm (Fall, Winter, and Spring).
During the summer we change to 10-Noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays while Saturday remains the same.
Thursday is our 'counting day' for our Series Races (Fall, Winter, and Summer).
Notice of Regattas
2021 Soling Nationals at NBP
Sarasota Model Yacht Club (SMYC) will be hosting the 2021 Soling Nationals at Nathan Benderson Park April 9th-11th 2021. NOR TBD.
2021 US 12 R7 Championship Regatta
Sarasota Model Yacht Club (SMYC) will be hosting the 2021 Soling Nationals at Nathan Benderson Park
2021 US 12 Region 7 Championship Regatta – Notice of Race on Monday January 11, 2021
Place: Nathan Benderson Park, Sarasota, FL 34325
The Event: 2021 US 12 R7CR is an AMYC sanctioned Red Chevron event, hosted by the Sarasota MYC, #204. The regatta is open to all boats of the US 12 class which are properly registered with the Class, comply with the AMYA class rules, and whose owners are current members of the AMYA or their respective national organization.
Rules: Races are governed by the 2017-2020 World Sailing (WS) Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) as modified by Appendix E, the rules of the US 12 Class, and the verbal “Sailing Instructions” to be discussed at the Skipper’s Meeting. Entrants are limited to 20. Depending on the number of entrants, the Race Committee may conduct seeding races and determine the P/R parameters.
Schedule (subject to modification based on event conditions):
8:00-9:00 AM Check-in, measurement & practice
9:00 AM Skipper’s meeting
9:30 AM Racing begins
12:00-12:45 PM Lunch
12:45-4:00 PM Racing resumes
Entry: Eligible boats may be entered by completing the attached Entry Form and submitting it prior to December 15, 2020. Entry Fee: $30.00. Guest lunches may be purchased for $6.00 with entry. Entry fee includes venue snacks and refreshments, lunch, and awards.
Race Location: North end of Nathan Benderson Park. For exact venue location, see the “Directions” link on the Sarasotamyc.com website.
Check-in/Measurement: No boat shall be eligible for racing until it has been registered, measured and/or weighed for the event using the Class standards supplied by the Class Secretary.
Other useful links:
www.visitsarasota.com www.sarasotamyc.com www.nathanbendersonpark.org
Contacts: RD: Mike Feldman
Regatta Coordinator: Richard Lomax, lomax.24@osu.edu 205-310-9767
US 12 R7CR ENTRY FORM
January 11, 2021
Name: __________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
City: ___________________________ State: ______________________
Zip/Postal Code: _______________ Country: ______________________
Email: __________________________________________________________________
Phone (H): _______________________________________________________________
Phone (M): ______________________________________________________________
AMYA #: _____________________ Expires: _________/_______/__________ Sail #: _____________________________
Entry Fee:
Registration $30.00 _____ Guest lunches@ $6.00 ____
Total Amount enclosed: $_____
Mail completed form with entry and check payable to Sarasota Model Yacht Club to:
Richard Lomax
4907 Lakescene Place Sarasota, FL 34243
Liability: In consideration for accepting this entry, I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators waive and release any and all rights to claim damages that I may have or acquire against the Host, Sarasota Model Yacht Club or its members, the sailing site, and the American Model Yachting Association, or its members from any claim for injury or other damages to me or my family during this regatta’s events. I agree to be bound by The Racing Rules of Sailing and by all other rules that govern this event.
Participant’s signature: ______________________________ Date: _________________
FAQs
Do we accept beginners?
YES. We encourage sailors of all skill levels to join us. A Mentor Program is available for beginners.
How can I get a S1M, RCLaser DF65 or DF95?
Soling 1M: We have a member called “Boat Yard” who has used/refurbished S1Ms’ for sale. You can also buy a new ready-to-sail boat from John. John's email boatyard80@gmail.com.
RCLaser: A new RCLaser is available at intensitysails.com at a cost of less than $600 with 3 complete rigs.
DF95: A new DF95 can be purchased from Radiosailing.net in kit form for $345, up to $610, which includes a transmitter and receiver, B rig, B sails, LiPo battery, custom stand and sail numbers for A and B sails. The boat can also be purchased and assembled by club member “Boatyard”. The assembly takes 3-4 hours.
DF65: The Fleet at SMYC is unique in that it caters to those unable to walk long distances while racing due to shorter courses then the other classes. The boat is available at http://radiosailing.net/. The boat can also be purchased and assembled by club member “Boatyard”
Do we have dues/fees?
Dues are $70/year and a signed liability Waiver for SANCA is required. SMYC is also a member of the American Model Yachting Association (AMYA). The AMYA has many resources for Individual members. Their web site is www.theamya.org.
The club's primary contact is Commodore Will Parry, (321) 446-8144 or email will.parry44@gmail.com
For questions regarding this website, please contact Will Parry.
Video Links
Here is a recent Video from the Soling Region 7 Regatta:
A link to the Sarasota Magazine Article about SMYC:https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/news-and-profiles/2020/03/sarasota-model-yacht-club
Here is a link to the Soling 1 M Yahoo Group
In the Sky's video link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HaXamACM1I
Soling 1 Meter Region 7 Championship Regatta (produced by SANCA):
https://upload.latest.facebook.com/nathanbendersonpark/videos/262986474690642/
ABC Channel 7 Video with Linda Carlson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlZpwkrYIj4
Introductory Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cau3RuLsgxg
Excellent Tuning Link:
https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewBook?id=1458299003