3rd New York Classic Week
Notice of Race
October 2009
1. Vision
Classic yacht racing is experiencing a world-wide renaissance and New York Harbor is experiencing a sailing renaissance. Therefore, all classic yachts are encouraged to come race in front of the Statue of Liberty and the skyline of Manhattan. Please bring your beautiful yachts to New York Harbor and share the beauty of classic sailing with more people.
2. Spirit
This regatta is run by sailors for sailors. The spirit of the regatta is to build camaraderie among sailors. It is also to thank the owners who support classic sailing and preserve these historic vessels. At the same time, an eye will be kept on the seawall in the hope of inspiring new people to develop a passion for sailing and classic yachting.
3. Organizers
The New York Harbor Sailing Foundation is providing overall organization for New York Classic Week. The Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. It’s mission is to foster and promote amateur sailing of national and international importance in New York Harbor (www.nyharborsailing.com). Dennis Conner’s North Cove is the primary dockage facility for New York Classic Week. This is NYC’s mega-yacht marina located on the Hudson River in Lower Manhattan (www.TheNorthCove.com). Manhattan Sailing Club will provide race management. The club organizes weekly races in the harbor (www.myc.org).
4. Entry
All classic yachts are invited and encouraged to participate in New York Classic Week. Because there are many definitions of “classic,” the Organizers will review each application for eligibility. Modern yachts which embody the Spirit of Tradition are also welcomed to participate. Entry Form
5. Rules
All races will be governed by the Racing Rules of Sailing and by the Sailing Instructions.
6. Rating
Classic yachts will be rated according to the Classic Rating Formula (CRF). If you do not have a rating, please contact us, and we will send you information to obtain a rating certificate. Races will be scored on the basis of corrected time.
7. Entry Fees
The entry fee will be $35 per race entered.
8. Schedule & Description of Events
New York Classic Week is one of the last events of the season. We do not want the sailing to end. To maximize your end of season sailing opportunities, we offer many races over many days. You may participate in as many or as few as you wish. Following is the preliminary schedule.
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2009
9:30 a.m. - Free coffee & donuts plus regatta check-in at the Floating Classroom in the southeast corner of North Cove.
11:00 a.m. - Skippers’ Meeting at the Floating Classroom.
12:00 noon - The Round Governors Island Race starts off North Cove (This is also “Media Day.” If your yacht is willing to take a member of the media onboard for the race, please contact Emily Whipple at 212-945-4069 or emily@myc.org)
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. - Free drinks for Classic Week sailors at the Floating Classroom
6:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Judging of the Concours d’Elegance for all yachts docked at North Cove
8:00 p.m. - A la Carte dinner at nearby restaurant plus presentation of Concours d’Elegance trophies
Friday, Oct. 9, 2009
9:30 a.m. - Free coffee & chocolate croissants (while supplies last) at the Floating Classroom.
10:30 a.m. - Skippers’ Meeting
12:00 noon - The Verrazano Narrows Bridge Race starts off North Cove
5:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Free drinks for Classic Week sailors on the Honorable William Wall, the clubhouse in the harbor. The 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. launches are free. Launch fee starting at 6 p.m. is $10 per person. Launch departs North Cove Dock F and runs every 1/2 hour.
6:00 to 9:00 p.m. - BBQ dinner ($12 per person), trophies, music and dancing on the clubhouse in the harbor.
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009
9:30 a.m. - Free coffee, bagels and cream cheese (while supplies last) at the Floating Classroom.
10:30 a.m. - Skippers’ Meeting hosted by Dennis Conner
12:00 noon - The Statue of Liberty Race starts off North Cove
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. - Free drinks for Classic Week sailors at the Floating Classroom
7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - A la Carte Dinner with Dennis Conner at nearby restaurant & trophies
Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009
9:30 a.m. - Free coffee & donuts at the Floating Classroom.
10:30 a.m. - Skippers’ Meeting
12:00 noon - Farewell Race starts off North Cove
9. Concours d’Elegance
One of the highlights of New York Classic Week is the Concours d’Elegance competition at North Cove. This show of style, elegance and beauty will be on Thursday evening. All yachts are encouraged to dress ship and put on their best display.
A panel of judges comprised of yachting enthusiasts and New York representatives will walk around the marina to inspect and judge each yacht on a variety of criteria. The results will then be tabulated and awards presented. Please deck your ships.
This evening of beauty will be announced through the press and we hope that many people will come to see the display and be inspired to get involved in classic sailing.
10. Dockage
The main dockage facility will be Dennis Conner’s North Cove. Yachts must make their dockage reservations directly with North Cove at www.TheNorthCove.com. North Cove provides unmatched access to Manhattan as well as public exposure for the classic yachts. North Cove is limited in size and more suitable to larger yachts. There are also other locations in the harbor which can provide dockage.
11. Racing Divisions
Depending on the number of yachts which enter, the fleet may be divided into multiple Racing Divisions. The Divisions will be established in an effort to have yachts of similar size, age and ability sail against each other.
12. Advertising & Corporate Logos
This is an amateur event designed to celebrate the history and tradition of sailing. In addition, advertising and/or corporate logos may flown or displayed from any boat at any time during the regatta.
13. Prizes
Separate prizes will be awarded for each race. The Prize Giving will be during the social event each evening.
14. More Information
Please call Michael Fortenbaugh at 212-786-1200 for more information.
