This is where members can book shared club equipment. Bookings are required to assist with tracking usage and can be made up to seven days in advance.

Bookings are required for club pacers and J/70s. There is no charge for bookings; however, J/70 bookings are subject to approval.

When booking, members must include any time required to rig for use, cleaning, de-rigging and return to storage for the next user.

 General Rules

• Equipment is for club members only.
• Members use equipment at their own risk and should take care to sail safely
• Lifejackets must always be worn. 
• Young children must be accompanied by an adult club member.
• All equipment must be booked via the BYS booking system using your Australian Sailing profile.
• During busy periods, SUPs and windsurfers should be returned within 1 hour.
• Wash and return all equipment to its designated storage area immediately after use. Never leave on the beach.
• Handle SUPs carefully. Do not place boards on the ground with fins down or drop them.
• All damage must be reported immediately via the QR code. Any accidental damage will be fixed without blame.
• Members are liable for any damage caused to other boats and equipment.
• Let someone know before you go, leave your phone number and expected return time with a trusted friend and let them know when you are back on shore. Supervision is not provided outside of scheduled club activities.
• All equipment must be back on shore by 6.30 pm during December and January, and 5 pm at other times of the year.
• In an emergency, call 000 and notify the club immediately.

Weather

For recreational use of equipment, the following weather restrictions apply.

• Do not use equipment if a strong wind, gale, or storm warning is current for Port Phillip (refer to BoM Warnings).
• Do not use if the average wind speed exceeds 14 knots (refer to live weather sources).
• Avoid offshore winds from the west, southwest, or south.
• View the Bureau of Meteorology marine forecast here www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/portphillip.shtml
• View the live wind readings at South Channel here http://www.baywx.com.au/

Note: The offshore wind direction restriction does not apply to J/70s.

 Reporting

Any damage, missing components or issues relating to shared equipment must be reported.

• Access the online form here, or use the QR code on the boat.
• Enter your name and contact details
• Provide a detailed description of the issue
• Attach a photo if relevant

 Managing

Members can view current bookings atwww.revolutionise.com.au/bys/my-bookings.

There are options to add a booking to a calendar (e.g. Outlook, Google Calendar etc.)

If a booking is no longer required, it can be cancelled.

  Sailing Areas

The map below shows the designated sailing areas for each type of club equipment. Please stay within these areas for your safety and the safety of others.

Pacers and windsups must stay in the area bordered by club marks BYS 3, BYS 14, BYS 13, BYS 12 - MARKED IN ORANGE

Stand up paddleboards must stay within 300m of the shoreline, and stay between Cameron's Bight Jetty to the west, and an extension line from St Johns Wood Rd to the east - MARKED IN GREEN.