Round the Island Race 2022
You can be part of the fun, excitement and magnificent spectacle that is the Round the Island Race. Crew spaces are available on our yachts in June 2022.
What is the Round the Island Race?
In June 2022 over 16,000 sailors, from Olympic gold medallists and world champions to amateur crews and those trying their hand at racing for the first time, compete in this unique yacht race around the Isle of Wight. It is a race for all.
The largest yacht race in the world, the Round the Island Race is a magnificent spectacle and one that you will never forget!
You can be part of the action. No experience is necessary as full training will be given.
The Race is on the Saturday 25th June. There will be a training day on the Friday 24th and a leisurely sail back to base on the Sunday. Saturday night will be spent in joining in the post-race festivities in Cowes and then Sunday allows for a leisurely sail back to Southampton.
The yacht is a Laurent Giles 44.
"The race itself for me was tremendous - Perfect amount of wind and plenty of sunshine. Sail back on Sunday was relaxing - wind had dropped. Skipper excellent. Confident and clearly in control of the boat and the race."
A Happy Customer
Laurent Giles 44
This boat is quite racey and she has done well in previous Round the Island Races and Fastnet Races.
The boat is very hands on. She has a big rig and plenty of teamwork is needed. There will be a skipper, mate and watch leader.
Down below is quite open plan. The accommodation is arranged into areas of bunks.
24/25/26 June
Friday 24th June - Training Day:
- 1000: Join the yacht in Southampton. Meet your skipper, mates and fellow crew members
- 1015: Skippers Briefing then set sail for training enroute to Cowes
- 1800: Head into marina for crew debrief and decide your position for the race
- 1900: Dinner ashore / Early night.
Saturday 25th June - Race Day:
- Race day. Early rise to get to the start line at Cowes in plenty of time. Cast off 0400
- Breakfast and lunch on board with snacks available in between
- Finish the race and then moor up to join in the fun ashore in Cowes
Saturday 26th June - Race Day:
- Sail in the Solent returning to base to be away by midday ish
Price and What's Included
You Should Bring
On board storage on the boat is pretty minimal. You should put your kit it in a soft bag [not hard suitcase].
On board the boat you will be assigned your berth. Berths are located in the saloon and to the aft of the boat. You will share with other crew members.
- Jumpers/fleece 2 pairs of trousers/shorts
- 2 t-shirts or mid layers
- Windproof layer
- Underwear
- Couple pairs of warm socks
- Thermals [maybe!]
- Nightclothes
- Soft sole non-marking trainers or deck shoes
- Sailing Wellies (flat soles, no heels, essential for long and/or cold water voyages) optional for this Casual clothes for going ashore
- Towel (a micro fibre / sports towel is a good idea). Or ordinary towel
- Sunhat/Baseball Cap (plus string to tie on)
- Retainer for ordinary glasses
- Fleece hat
- Waterproof /sailing gloves [optional but good idea]
- Toiletries and personal medication
- Seasickness pills if relevant (Stugeron works best)
- Sleeping bag, sheet to cover bunk and pillow case (pillow provided)
- Waterproof clothing is provided.
You'll Also Need
Gadgets
- Ear plugs (advisable!)
- Camera (plus spare batteries – there are no plugs for electric chargers)
- Sunglasses and cord
- Small torch
- Suncream
- Sports water bottle
Medication
- If you are on medication please bring plenty for your weekend with extra in case you suffer from sea sickness and have to take additional doses.
- Bring your own sea sickness medication
Documentation
- RYA Cruising Log (if you have one)
