The results of the Irish Cruiser Racing Association’s (ICRA) national survey of members to get their views about racing are being compiled. They are expected to be completed and released within the next week.
The survey has been carried out “to make sure that we represent members’ views and constantly strive to improve cruiser racing in Ireland,” according to ICRA, a voluntary organisation, “to support and encourage cruiser racing in Ireland, based on liaising and discussion with members to help promote and watch over racing,” it says. “We welcome anyone who has an interest in promoting the sport.”
The survey has been on online and is wide-ranging, reviewing events held last season and seeking opinions about handicapping and class bands among topics surveyed. It will be used to help formulate future cruise racing development.
One of ICRA’s aims is to encourage more young people into sailing and more women. Its Under 25 programme, which has offered financial support to clubs, is proving successful, it says.