Chuck Bargeron has announced that the Tybee 500 has been postponed until 2012. He has permitted this post. Come saill the Islander Reef Run to Key West.
This will be a two (2) day race with options, starting in the water off of the Islander Resort, and racing to Sombrero Beach area in Marathon, then continuing the next day to Smather’s Beach, Key West. Total of 82 miles. Options will include a one day, one leg, for those who so register, finishing at Sombrero Beach, Marathon. They may also stay the night and sail back to the Islander the next day, etc. (Discussions underway as to how and whether to count the return leg, if wanted by competitors.) Race legs are: 32 miles from Islander Resort to Marathon, Sombrero Beach, and 50 miles from Marathon to Key West. Hotdogs, hamburgers and more fixings will be included at the end of the first day in the park at Sombrero Beach in Marathon.
Read the Sailing Instructions carefullyRules: This distance race will be governed by the RRS unless modified by the Sailing Instructions (SI).
Eligibility and Entry: All Beach type Catamarans with crew of two (2) from 16 to 22 feet are eligible. Registration will be by completing the entry form and paying the entry fee of $65; $40 for those finishing in Marathon ( and/or returning to Islamorada). Formal registrations and fees are not required until registration which will take place at the Islander Resort on the pool deck Friday, April 1st, 2011 after 6PM and Saturday morning until 9:00AM. Early online filing of intent to register will determine if classes will be formed. Boats and skippers recorded early as, “ intending to race”, will permit classes to be formed so awards can be ordered by class and provided. You may identify your intent to race via email to: wgreen53@cfl.rr.com. No early notifications, no classes.
Schedule: April 1st, 2011 Registration: 6-8PM Pool Deck, Islander Resort April 2nd Registration 8-9AM By Water Sports building April 2nd, First Signal 10:55AM Water Start, Islander Resort April 2nd Finish, 1st day, As required, Sombrero Beach, Marathon See SI Sketch.
(May be race end, for those who wish, times will be recorded for award purposes)
April 3rd 2nd Day First Signal, 9:55AM Beach Start, Sombrero Beach, Marathon April 3rd Finish, Race end In the water finish, outside Smather’s
Beach, Key West
April 3rd Awards, Salsa Loca Restaurant, Key West; Off Duval, behind Cowboy Bills, corner of Angela and Duval streets, Phone # 305 292 1865, web: salsalocakeywest.com , excellent Mexican and fun place. Not required to be present to win an award, will be mailed to winners if not present.
Required Safety equipment: (Inspections will be made) 1 CG approved PFD per crew member; 1 throw-able PFD; 1 Cell phone in water proof container; 1 - minimum tow line at least 20 feet; at least 1 portable waterproof GPS; 1 boat compass; at least 1 portable waterproof VHF Radio; Up to date Charts for the areas to be sailed; one whistle per crew member attached to personal worn equipment; one set of personal emergency flares/signals on boat and enough drinkable liquid for the duration of the race. Strongly suggested equipment: 1 personal 406hz registered EPIRB. In addition, as available, Craig Van Eaton craig@cyberspeed.cc may have rentable “Spot” tracking systems.
Hotels: Islander Resort, MM 82.1 Overseas Highway, (US-1) Tel: 305 664 2031, toll free 800-753-6002; web page:
www.islanderfloridakeys.com Regatta Rates at least 30 days prior for early reservations . This late date may mean you will have to find other accomodations.
*** Marathon: Boatman’s Sombrero Resort Tel: 305-289-7662 ; web page:
www.boatmansflorida.com ; Regatta Rates - $109 . (Early reservations strongly recommended as this is Spring break season) Map provided at registration. Great trailer storage and party area by pool, check out web page. Ask for “Sail Regatta” rates. Great location for the racers to kick back and enjoy on pool deck .
Key West: The Doubletree Grand Key resort, for those who may wish to stay over another night. Phone #’s: 305 293 1818 & 888 844 0454 . web:
www.doubletreekeywest.com ; Expect 60 day early reservations at a Regatta price.
