Rough and ugly - that's the tip for the Offshore Superboat racers

5:25 AM Wed 27 Apr 2011 GMT

'&rsquo;&rsquo;Berwicks&rsquo;&rsquo; flying high off Newcastle last year.' Andrew Gricks Click Here to view large photo

'Rough and ugly' - that's the tip for the offshore racers The 2011 Australian Offshore Superboat Championships begin off the NSW city of Newcastle this weekend and if prevailing weather conditions do not improve the crews will be facing tough conditions. All 2010 Class champions are lining up to defend their titles. Obviously, weather and sea conditions look likely to play a major role. Race director Russell Embleton told me this afternoon (Wednesday) that conditions offshore were 'rough and ugly.' 'It looks to be 2.0 to 3.0-metres (6' to 9' approx) with a strong wind blowing in from the south ...

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Rough and ugly - that's the tip for the Offshore Superboat racers

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