If you’ve never sailed a BOD but want to get an idea of just how close and exciting the racing can be this amazing shot from Nick Baker (organiser of Rowhedge Regatta), taken during Wivenhoe Regatta 2015, certainly helps to bring the action into your sitting room!

It shows Storm Petrel as the jam in the sandwich between Grayling and Bidi.  Many thanks to Nick for the photo!