How to Better Judge a Weather Forecast’s Accuracy

Veteran navigator and oceanographer Frank Bohlen revisits the 2016 Newport Bermuda Race forecast and highlights free CCA weather resources

Competitor Bulletin #6—Plans and Protocols

In coordination with the Bermuda government, we have a plan to run a safe 2022 race, based on updated Covid protocols and restrictions.

Preparing Actaea to Win the Bermuda Race

The best prepared boats don’t always win , but a boat that’s been methodically improved is ready to do well when the opportunity arrives.

Newport Bermuda Race News—Dec. 2021

With 171 boats entered, the next discounted entry-fee window closes Dec. 18; plus other updates on boats, crew positions, and a holiday shopping reminder

Jim Teeters Joins US Sailing Offshore Ratings Office

Good news for Bermuda competitors, the long-time volunteer for the Newport Bermuda Race, Jim Teeters, is the new head of the Offshore Ratings Office.

Time to Sail a Boat of His Own

After seven times crewing in the Thrash to the Onion Patch, Paul Jennings decided he was ready to prep his own boat and crew to sail the race.

Wanted: Onboard Environmentalists

Owners are assigning crew members to a new position for the 2022 Bermuda Race alongside watch captains and navigators—the environmentalist.

Short-handed Racing to Bermuda on the Jeanneau Sunfast 3300

Purpose-designed boats like the Jeanneau Sunfast 3300 support the trend toward more shorthanded racing in the Bermuda Race and other distance races.

Newport Bermuda Race News—Nov. 2021

Our Nov. newsletter highlights first-timer preparation, key safety messages for competitors, North Sails seminars, and our newest sponsor, Team One Newport

First Time Alliance to Bermuda

For their first Newport Bermuda Race as boat owners, Mary Martin and Eric Irwin are prepping a J/122, aptly named Alliance

Competitor Bulletin #5—Supply & Demand for Safety Gear/Training

With 153 boats already entered, competitors are urged to register early for crew safety-at-sea training and to acquire/inspect safety equipment

Team One Newport Joins as Official Sponsor

Leading outfitter and embroiderer provides racers with customized apparel from multiple brands. Photo courtesy Daniel Forster

Competitor Bulletin #4—Register for Safety Courses ASAP

Registration is open for Safety at Sea courses required for a number of crewmembers on each boat. Get the details.

North Sails returns as Official Sponsor and Exclusive Performance Partner

Success of previous Performance Seminars propels North Sails to renew their commitment to the event and to supporting skippers and their crews 

The Return of the Newport Bermuda Race

Q&A with Somers Kempe, 9-race veteran and race chairman for the 2022 Newport Bermuda Race