What a weekend we had at Inawashiro Lake! Sun, sails, speed, and some seriously good food made this year’s BBQ one to remember.

The Yamaha jet ski was the star of the show – a top-of-the-line machine hitting 98 kph. For several members it was their very first ride, and one even called it a “bucket list moment.” Not a bad way to spend a Saturday!
Sailing conditions Saturday morning were just right for learning, with one new Sunfish sailor logging hours of practice alongside an experienced instructor. Windsurfing and sailing kept going right up until the BBQ kicked off at 5 pm.
…And what a BBQ it was. Frank deserves legendary status for running two charcoal grills at once, chicken and potatoes sizzling on one, steaks on the other. Huge thanks also to Nao and Yumikofor making it all happen. On Sunday morning, French toast and bacon brought everyone together again – probably the one thing that actually went according to plan that day! 

Sunday’s adventures continued with the Yamaha jet boat. Five members had a blast wakeboarding and cruising, even if the ride back across the lake was a head-banging battle with the chop. Spirits stayed high, though – no waves could sink the fun.
The wind cranked up on Sunday, keeping most of the boats grounded. Safety first! By late afternoon the gusts eased and a few lucky sailors squeezed in one last session before heading home.

Even for those who couldn’t get on the water as much as they hoped, feedback was overwhelmingly positive – from the beautiful scenery, to the great food, and the lively atmosphere shared with fellow TSPS members.

Special thanks to Alex, who not only repaired the blue Sunfish after some damage but also added two extra outlets to the storage container. Future sailors will thank you!

All in all – an amazing weekend with the best crew around. Can’t wait to do it again next year!