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Coastal Classic fleet lines up under grey skies, with Russell a long way off

10.22

With 20 minutes to the start, the PIC Coastal Classic fleet is filling the harbour off Devonport. It’s ideal weather for a cruise up the coast. For a race to Russell, less so.

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