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Newport Bermuda Race Chooses New York Yacht Club As Newport Race Headquarters
2/16/2010
The Newport Bermuda Race Organizing Committee has announced that the pre-race headquarters will be the Sailing Center at the New York Yacht Club's Newport clubhouse, Harbour Court. Crews may use the clubhouse and its facilities before the race's start on June 18.
On-line Race Entry Now Open
1/18/2010
On-line entry for the 2010 Newport Bermuda Race opened on January 18. Improve your chances to do well in the race by preparing early. Read more to get started.
Notice of Race is Posted; Letter from the Race Chairman
1/4/2010
The Notice of Race and Race Recommendations for the 2010 Newport Bermuda Race have been posted at www.BermudaRace.com. On-line entry starts January 18. Read this important Letter from the Race Chairman...
New Bermuda Race Survey Shows Satisfaction High
12/5/2009
A new, detailed survey of Bermuda Race competitors tells us more about who they are, what they like and don’t like, and the influence that the Newport Bermuda Race has on its two shore sites, Newport and Bermuda.
Cruising World Magazine to be 2010 Bermuda Race Exclusive Print Partner
11/30/2009
Cruising World, a sponsor of Safety at Sea Seminars that have helped countless offshore sailors sail better and more safely, will publish the race’s official program and represent the race to potential sponsors.
Meet Chief Inspector Ian McCurdy
10/14/2009
Every boat sailing in the Newport Bermuda Race must be inspected. That’s a race rule, and the person who knows the most about it is Chief Inspector Ian McCurdy. An experienced ocean sailor—ten Bermuda races, 13 return deliveries—he’s been a Bermuda Race inspector for 14 years.
2010 Race Division Rules
10/10/2009
The Notice of Race for 2010 has changes from 2008 for some of the rules that apply to the five racing Divisions. This article provides a preliminary summary of those changes, including length limits, crew limits, stability, and permitted equipment.
Safety At Sea and the 2010 Bermuda Race
10/9/2009
Safety At Sea is an integral part of the Newport Bermuda Race. Requirements have been updated for 2010, including changes in requirements for Safety At Sea seminar participation, First Aid and CPR certificates, and Hands-On In-The Water Training. Read more for important details.
2010 Newport Bermuda Race October Alert
10/2/2009
History has shown that the best prepared yachts do well in the race. Now is the time to start your planning for 2010. Make plans for your boat, your crew, berthing and accommodations, and more.
Olin J. Stephens Trophy to be Awarded Again by Marblehead to Halifax
3/24/2009
Donated by his friends, the Olin J. Stephens Ocean Racing Trophy is awarded each year to the skipper of the boat with the best combined result in consecutive Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Races and Newport Bermuda Races. The next race, to Halifax, starts on July 5, 2009.