There was an enthusiastic crowd to cheer on competitors in the Harbour Sports on an occasionally sunny afternoon, whilst Anthony Davies kept up a non stop commentary.

Carnival 2013, Harbour Sports. Men’s Sculling, start line

Men’s Sculling attracted 4 entries, some of whom had tried this race before. Note varying techniques.

Carnival 2013, Harbour Sports. Men’s Sculling, action

Carnival 2013, Harbour Sports, Men’s Sculling.  Action from John Caulcutt and Chris Temple

What started so well, seemed to present an opportunity for meeting up at the buoy…..

Carnival 2013, Harbour Sports. Men’s Sculling, action at the buoy

allowing Rob Bird to slip neatly past John Caulcutt and Chris Temple, to cross the finishing line in style.

Carnival 2013, Harbour Sports. Men’s Sculling, final moments, Rob Bird.

Carnival 2013, Harbour Sports. Men’s Sculling, winner, Rob Bird