About Dry Pants Model Yacht CLub
We are a group who enjoy racing model sailing yachts and the fellowship of those interested in the sport. We are a recognized fleet by the American Model Yacht Association.
CR-914 and Dragon Flite 95 are the primary boats we sail. We also have our social side with a picnic and winter get togethers. The DPMYC is a very active organization with an average of 10-20 boats racing on Sunday and Wednesday mornings. Major regattas draw attendance in excess of 20 boats from around the nation. We welcome all visitors and members to browse through the website and those interested in the sport to contact us through the website.
New to RC sailing?…
Our Club takes great pride in developing new sailors. It’s amazing how quickly you can move from a transom chaser to becoming a contender.
We would like YOU to join us!!
- Check out all the elements of this website—particularly the racing videos. Yes, these boats can sail in 30mph gusts!!
- Come see us at Plattwood Pond Park on Route 80 in Deep River, CT
- Try sailing a CR-914…We have a loaner we can make available at the pond. All you have to do is contact us.
- Become a member of the Dry Pants Model Yacht Club (DPMYC)
Irrespective of your interest, our goal is simply to have a whole lot of fun.
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Class Links
Our Primary boats are the CR-914 and the Dragon Flite 95. A number of our members often sail other assorted classes as well on “Open Sailing Wednesdays”
CR-914 1/25 (36″) Scale America’s Cup high performance model sailboat
The CR914 offers excellent sailing performance in a wide wind range with a single rig. With quick acceleration and turning this boat will thrill and excite the expert as well as the novice.
https://www.rcyachts.com
The Dragon Flite-95 class
This multi-rigged boat excels in a large range of wind conditions. As a Restricted One-Design boat, skippers will be putting their sailing skills to the test not their wallet. It promises close and exciting racing in an affordable and easily maintained design.
https://dragonflite95.us/Are We Sailing Today?
We sail every Sunday and Wednesday (with some holiday exceptions) unless the temperature is below 38 degrees or there is ice on the pond.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
YES !!! Take advantage of the nice weather while you can and come and sail. CR-914s from 10:30am until noon and any boat from noon until 1:30pm. I’ll be bringing my IOM. See you there.Sailing Location
Plattwood Park, 77 Winthrop Road, Deep River, CT is the home pond for DPMYC.
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