Last Day for Bermuda Immigration

In the Sail Newport building at Fort Adams

Shipping containers open for loading

Two locations will have containers going to Bermuda located at Safe Harbors Newport Shipyard and New England Boatworks. June 17th is the last day to load in.

Last day to request space in containers to Bermuda

Today is the last day to submit forms to request space in containers to Bermuda. Requests after this date could have extra costs or not be accomidated.

Virtual Captain’s Meeting

Also known as the Skippers/ Navigator's Meeting, this year will be broadcast online. We will cover all the logistics for the start, finish, and provide a weather/gulf stream briefing from Frank Bohlen.

Start of the 2024 Bermuda Race

First Warning Signal will be a 1300 off Fort Adams in Newport, Rhode Island. Public spectating and a live broadcast will begin at this time.

Starting Line Party and Live Show at Fort Adams

Fort Adams is open for free to the public for viewing of the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race start.

Navigator’s Forum

Led by Frank Bohlen at RBYC

Prizegiving

By invite only for participants; jacket and tie required (Bermuda shorts optional!). Details provided to Skippers.

CCA Safety At Sea Course

The course includes a full day of hands-on training, including in-the-water exercises. Details of the hands-on session are here.

STC Hands-On Safety At Sea Course

The course includes a full day of hands-on training, including in-the-water exercises. Details of the hands-on session are here.

Special Sail Newport Presentation (now available via Zoom)

The return of our Challenger Lecture Series starts on January 25 with a special presentation on The 53rd Newport to Bermuda Race. Learn why sailors have been captivated since 1906 to participate in the 636-nautical mile trek nicknamed "Thrash to the Onion Patch." The race is considered one of the most prestigious and challenging offshore […]

North Sails Newport to Bermuda Weather Briefing

Jan 25, 2024 07:00 PM  in   Eastern Time (US and Canada) Experts Peter Isler and Chris Bedford from Marine Weather University will give a fascinating and invaluable two-part presentation. Part one provides an overview of N2B race weather, exploring historical weather patterns and Gulf Stream considerations. Part two looks at race strategy and performance from […]

Last Day to Load Containers

Containers to Bermuda Load at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard and Safe Harbor New England Boatworks Masterpiece International, a logistics solution provider, has been contracted to assist captains and crews wishing to send gear, sails, etc. to Bermuda. Loading of containers will take place at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, and at Safe Harbor (NEB), every day […]

Webinar – Newport Bermuda Race: Plan Your Race from Start to Finish

  Embark on the Newport Bermuda Race with confidence! Join us for an exclusive webinar where you'll gain invaluable insights and strategies to craft your game plan for the 636-mile voyage to Bermuda. North Sails expert and Ocean Race Champion, Charlie Enright, will delve into essential starting strategies tailored for Narragansett Bay, setting you up […]