Alden, Cooper and Johnson Named to Roll of Honour

Three sailors with multiple talents join the Bermuda Race Roll of Honour in 2020: John Alden, Kirk Cooper and Bjorn Johnson.

No. 12 Competitor Bulletin – Sail the Online Race to Bermuda, Starting June 19th

We would help keep the spirit of the 2020 race alive with SailOnline.org to create an online race for all sailors to participate.

No. 11 Competitor Bulletin – 2020 Newport Bermuda Race Cancelled

The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee (BROC) has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Newport Bermuda Race due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our position has always been that we can only conduct the race if conditions for competitors and local populations made it safe to do so.

No. 10 Competitor Bulletin – Race Update

Bermuda Race organizers continue to monitor the ongoing COVID-19 situation closely and will make a call no later than May 1st. We are also welcoming input and questions.

No. 9 Competitor Bulletin – Race Update from the Chairman

Bermuda Race 2020 is still on, but the COVID-19 situation is being monitored.

No. 8 Competitor Bulletin – Changes to Safety Training Requirements

Safety training requirements have been modified due to the cancellation of several courses with the necessary hands-on training. Modifications are for 2020 only.

Newport Bermuda News (Feb. 2020)—186 entries and climbing

The race fleet keeps getting bigger, reports Race Chairman Jay Gowell. Entries remain open through April 5th, but fees increase after Feb. 20.

Barton & Gray Mariners Club Joins 2020 Bermuda Race as Official Sponsor

Bermuda Race organizers have named Barton & Gray Mariners Club as the Official Sponsor of the pre-race Captain's Meeting.

Wind Scoring Matrix Updated for 2020

A wind analysis of the eight previous Junes in which races were held has led to revisions to the wind matrix used to score the next Newport Bermuda Race. By Jim Teeters.

Safe Harbor Marinas Returns as Yacht Preparation Resource Sponsor

The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee has named the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world, as an official sponsor for the 2020 Race.

Newport Bermuda News (Dec. 2019) – 153 Entries and Rising

As of mid-December, interest in racing the 2020 Thrash to the Onion Patch is clearly building.

No. 6 Competitor Bulletin – Enter by Dec. 20 Before Fees Rise

The chairman reminds sailors that early entry will not only save them some money but also open a larger preparation window before the start.

March Seminar Scheduled for 2020 Race Medical Officers

CCA fleet surgeon and colleague, both experienced sailing doctors, will teach designated medical officers how to fill their roles during the race. First Aid and CPR training also available. Register early.

McMichael Yacht Yards and Brokers Becomes 2020 Race Sponsor

The Race's newest sponsor is the most durable supporter of the boats bought, sold, and prepared to race to the Onion Patch - dating back more than 80 years!

Newport Bermuda News (Sept. 2019)

Sixty-three boats have signed on for the 2020 race to beat the early-entry deadline.