Rio100 Sets New Monohull Course Record
RACE NEWS | Posted February 10, 2024
A new Islands Race monohull course record was set in 2024 by Rio100, Manouch Moshayedi's Bakewell White 100 with an elapsed time of 10:18:45. The new mark eclipses the 2021 race by Roy P. Disney's Pyewacket 70 by 31 minutes.
2024 ORR Ratings
RACE NEWS | Posted December 21, 2023
US Sailing is working on the 2024 ORR Rating application system. For those racing earlier 2024 events like the SDYC Islands Race and Puerto Vallarta Race, you're welcome to use the currently available application form for renewals or new boat applications. The form will be the same next year, just a more streamlined process.
Navigation, Strategy, Weather, Electronics, Safety and more from Marine Weather University
RACE NEWS | Posted December 05, 2023
Share the knowledge - invite your team - the more the afterguard, speed team and crew are involved - the better. You will learn about: - preparation - race strategy (PV, Baja & Islands Race) - pre-race weather study - sailing team communication - safety considerations - in-race optimal routing and tactics - satellite data techniques - and much more
2023 Islands Race Canceled
RACE NEWS | Posted February 21, 2023
The Islands Organizing Authority (SDYC and NHYC) have decided to cancel the race this year. Please see Notice to Competitors #2, published Feb 21, 2023, 1600.
Offshore Islands Race Offers Competitive Sailing and Serene Experiences
2023 RACE NEWS | Posted January 10, 2023
Each January, the turn of the new year marks the month when you can finally break out your planners, call your racing buddies, and mark your vacation days for Southern California’s much-anticipated, offshore racing season. Kicking off the season in 2023 once again is the Islands Race, co-hosted by San Diego Yacht Club and Newport Harbor Yacht Club. On February 24, over 30 boats are expected to race, departing from Long Beach Harbor and making their way around Santa Catalina and San Clemente Islands before finishing in Point Loma. The total course measures approximately 142nm. What better way to spend a weekend in February than with a view of the Pacific for miles, a chilled ocean breeze, and well-earned bragging rights at the finish line?