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/RORC RACES 2024
£595
ON ROCK'N'ROLL
Fancy a bit of speed?
The thrill of victory warms your soul and inspires you to reach for the stars?
Want to be part of a vibrant, active, and exciting event?
Then these RORC races are definitely for YOU!
If you're into adrenaline, speed, and competition, if you're ready to take on a challenge and push your limits, then join our team for yacht racing on a Class 40 racing boat. Regardless of your level of experience, physical fitness, or income, these races will provide you with an unforgettable experience and moments of excitement. By joining us, you'll have the chance to experience the thrill of competition, learn teamwork, achieve goals, and experience indescribable emotions. By overcoming challenges and pushing yourself, you'll become stronger and more confident, and the exciting and memorable events at the regattas will become part of your collection of achievements.
These sailing races are organized by the well-known Royal Ocean Racing Club. You can join any of them; it's not necessary to participate in all. These offshore races span several days, mostly over weekends, so participation will involve both daytime and nighttime sailing.
The thrill of victory warms your soul and inspires you to reach for the stars?
Want to be part of a vibrant, active, and exciting event?
Then these RORC races are definitely for YOU!
If you're into adrenaline, speed, and competition, if you're ready to take on a challenge and push your limits, then join our team for yacht racing on a Class 40 racing boat. Regardless of your level of experience, physical fitness, or income, these races will provide you with an unforgettable experience and moments of excitement. By joining us, you'll have the chance to experience the thrill of competition, learn teamwork, achieve goals, and experience indescribable emotions. By overcoming challenges and pushing yourself, you'll become stronger and more confident, and the exciting and memorable events at the regattas will become part of your collection of achievements.
These sailing races are organized by the well-known Royal Ocean Racing Club. You can join any of them; it's not necessary to participate in all. These offshore races span several days, mostly over weekends, so participation will involve both daytime and nighttime sailing.
Races
Myth of Malham Race
De Guingand Bowl Race
Morgan Cup Race
Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Race
Lewmar Cherbourg Race
De Guingand Bowl Race
Morgan Cup Race
Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Race
Lewmar Cherbourg Race
Dates
3 – 6 May 2024
18 – 19 May 2024
7 – 9 June 2024
4 – 8 July 2024
6 - 8 September 2024
18 – 19 May 2024
7 – 9 June 2024
4 – 8 July 2024
6 - 8 September 2024
Class 40
Class 40 racing boat, Rock'n'Roll
Difficulty
Some sailing experience and good level of fitness required
Get ready for an exhilarating experience in these races!
You'll be sailing on a top-performing Class 40 racing yacht, meticulously designed for oceanic offshore racing. With its tiller steering, high-performance racing sails, and rugged offshore lifestyle, it's bound to be an unforgettable adventure.
While flotilla sailing in the Mediterranean is a fantastic vacation, if you're seeking real thrills and excitement, then the RORC races are precisely what you need.
You'll be sailing on a top-performing Class 40 racing yacht, meticulously designed for oceanic offshore racing. With its tiller steering, high-performance racing sails, and rugged offshore lifestyle, it's bound to be an unforgettable adventure.
While flotilla sailing in the Mediterranean is a fantastic vacation, if you're seeking real thrills and excitement, then the RORC races are precisely what you need.
Make your life more vibrant and exciting by taking part in the renowned RORC offshore races aboard Class 40 racing yacht.
- without any hassle and headaches in assembling your own team
- without any extra cost for your own boat and racing sails.
But with a like-minded team an experienced racing skipper.
Introducing the Class 40 Racing Yacht: Unleash the Spirit of Adventure!
History: This remarkable vessel boasts a rich history, having braved the world's oceans on multiple occasions and carved its path through numerous offshore sailing races. From its inaugural launch in 2009, it has embarked on daring journeys across the seas, displaying exceptional performance and resilience.
Ocean-Tested Excellence: Having navigated through the most challenging conditions and sailed across vast expanses of water, this Class 40 yacht stands as a testament to its enduring endurance and unwavering capability. Its transoceanic voyages have earned it a reputation for unwavering reliability and superior craftsmanship.
Revitalized for Greatness: In the years 2022-2023, the yacht underwent a complete transformation, emerging stronger and more dynamic than ever. A comprehensive overhaul breathed new life into every aspect, from its hull to its rigging, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Cutting-Edge Sails: Freshly outfitted with carbon sails from the year 2023. These cutting-edge sails contribute to its enhanced speed and maneuverability, making it a force to be reckoned with on the racing circuit.
Pinnacle of Racing Performance: The Class 40 yacht was tailored for double-handed ocean race, reflecting its innate ability to tackle long-distance challenges with precision.
Ultimate Racing Experience: While comfort takes a backseat to speed, this yacht offers a genuine racing experience that only the most dedicated sailors can truly appreciate. Team members rest on bunks, foregoing luxurious amenities for the thrill of the open sea. Meals are simplified, relying on dehydrated sustenance to fuel the crew's boundless determination.
Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit: For those who yearn to push the boundaries and embrace the call of the open ocean, the Class 40 Racing Yacht presents an unparalleled opportunity. With its storied history, recent rejuvenation, and unwavering dedication to performance, this yacht beckons to sailors with a thirst for adventure and a hunger for victory. Embrace the legacy, conquer the waves, and make your mark on the world of offshore racing.
Ocean-Tested Excellence: Having navigated through the most challenging conditions and sailed across vast expanses of water, this Class 40 yacht stands as a testament to its enduring endurance and unwavering capability. Its transoceanic voyages have earned it a reputation for unwavering reliability and superior craftsmanship.
Revitalized for Greatness: In the years 2022-2023, the yacht underwent a complete transformation, emerging stronger and more dynamic than ever. A comprehensive overhaul breathed new life into every aspect, from its hull to its rigging, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Cutting-Edge Sails: Freshly outfitted with carbon sails from the year 2023. These cutting-edge sails contribute to its enhanced speed and maneuverability, making it a force to be reckoned with on the racing circuit.
Pinnacle of Racing Performance: The Class 40 yacht was tailored for double-handed ocean race, reflecting its innate ability to tackle long-distance challenges with precision.
Ultimate Racing Experience: While comfort takes a backseat to speed, this yacht offers a genuine racing experience that only the most dedicated sailors can truly appreciate. Team members rest on bunks, foregoing luxurious amenities for the thrill of the open sea. Meals are simplified, relying on dehydrated sustenance to fuel the crew's boundless determination.
Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit: For those who yearn to push the boundaries and embrace the call of the open ocean, the Class 40 Racing Yacht presents an unparalleled opportunity. With its storied history, recent rejuvenation, and unwavering dedication to performance, this yacht beckons to sailors with a thirst for adventure and a hunger for victory. Embrace the legacy, conquer the waves, and make your mark on the world of offshore racing.
Sailing boat Rock'n'Roll
RORC races dates
3rd - 6th of May
3rd - 6th of May
Myth of Malham Race
The Myth of Malham is a non-stop race takes place over a course of approximately 230 nautical miles, starting from Cowes on the Isle of Wight, to the Eddystone Lighthouse, located off the coast of Plymouth, and back to finish near the Needles lighthouse on the Isle of Wight.
Start of the race is on Saturday May 4th
Finish is aprox PM on Monday May 6th
Start of the race is on Saturday May 4th
Finish is aprox PM on Monday May 6th
18th - 19th of May
18th - 19th of May
De Guingand Bowl around the marks race
The race will head out from the Royal Yacht Squadron line, taking in headlands along the south coast and rounding marks and waypoints in the central English Channel, before returning to the Solent to finish. Complex tides add to the challenge for the skippers and crews with the course being set to take account of the expected wind and tidal conditions. A course of 110-160nm will be set close to the start with a target time of approximately 24 hours.
Start of the race is on Saturday May 18th
Finish is PM on Sunday May 19th
Start of the race is on Saturday May 18th
Finish is PM on Sunday May 19th
7th - 9th of June
7th - 9th of June
Salcombe Gin Morgan Cup
The upcoming Morgan Cup race will conclude in the picturesque Dartmouth harbor. To offer a fresh course and avoid replicating the 'Myth of Malham,' virtual waypoints may be introduced, adding variety and new tactical obstacles. The race is about 110 - 150 nautical miles long, starting outside Cowes on the Isle of Wight to the harbour of Dartmouth.
Start of the race is on Friday (PM) June 7th
Finish is PM on Sunday June 9th
Start of the race is on Friday (PM) June 7th
Finish is PM on Sunday June 9th
4th - 8th of July
4th - 8th of July
Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Race
Over 100 years old, this is one of the oldest races in the RORC calendar with its origins in a pre-World War I race from Cowes to St Malo bay. The winner still receives the original trophy - the magnificent King Edward VII Cup, which dates from 1906. The race history makes this one of the most popular races in the calendar and a must-do race for all competitors. The race course of approximately 150 nm, but you will do double the sea miles as you will also cruise back across the channel.
Start of the race is on Friday July 5th
Finish is PM on Monday July 8th
Start of the race is on Friday July 5th
Finish is PM on Monday July 8th
6th - 8th of Sept
6th - 8th of Sept
Lewmar Cherbourg Race (with JOG)
The Cowes to Cherbourg Race marks a fantastic end-of-season event, combining lively socializing with thrilling competition. Beginning Friday evening and sailing directly to Cherbourg, the conditions typically permit ample socializing ashore for all crews before cruising back north overnight. Typically, boats return to the Solent by Sunday morning or early afternoon. The race course of approximately 100 nm, but you will do double the sea miles as you will also cruise back across the channel.
Start of the race is on Friday (PM) September 6th
Finish is PM on Sunday September 8th
Start of the race is on Friday (PM) September 6th
Finish is PM on Sunday September 8th
Price for 1 place in the crew for offshore race
Single place
£595
IMPORTANT!
When you book onto this race you are fully committing yourself, you are not a passenger on this boat. We really feel strongly that this is your boat to race and we facilitate that in every way we can. There will be only 5 people in the crew, and the result of this race will depend on each crew member!
When you book onto this race you are fully committing yourself, you are not a passenger on this boat. We really feel strongly that this is your boat to race and we facilitate that in every way we can. There will be only 5 people in the crew, and the result of this race will depend on each crew member!
If you want to hire a full boat, please email us on booking@bridgesailing.co.uk
FULLY BOOKED
RORC offshore races on Rock'n'Roll boat
Offshore RORC races 2024
Racing class 40 boat
For deposit payment please use code DEPOSIT50
Racing class 40 boat
For deposit payment please use code DEPOSIT50
Additional services
WHAT INCLUDE IN THE PRICE?
Meals ashore and travel expenses to and from ports are not included.
- Professional Race Skipper
- Accommodation on board (bunks)
- Marina and berthing fees
- Consumables for the yacht (fuel and water)
- Food on board while racing and training (self service)
- Insurance for the yacht
- Safety Equipment
Meals ashore and travel expenses to and from ports are not included.
PLEASE NOTE: As a long-distance race, the crew will be operating a watch system. This normally means that a crew is split up and alternates being on / off watch. Often it's 4hr shifts with shorter shifts from 16.00-18.00 and 18.00-20.00 to ensure that you are not always on watch at the same time of day/night. Offshore yacht racing can be difficult, and every crew member must fully acknowledge their physical condition and experience and take responsibility for all their actions on the boat.
NEED MORE INFO?
Our team of sailing specialists are on hand to help answer any questions you may have.
See you on board!