Roton Point Connecticut hosted its 64th Annual Multihull Regatta and the 2024 Hobie 16 North American from Sept 13-20, 2024 

Two of our BBCC members couldn't resist the appeal to join the fun.   The Multihull Regatta attracted approximately a dozen other Hobie 16's and acted as a warmup for the NA Championship which followed. 

The ever present current and shifting winds playing a factor in all races.  Congratulations to both Brian/Rachel and Laurence/Nicolas who managed to put their feet on the podium finishing 3rd and 2nd respectively. 

A great showing for the BBCC.  This was a nice introduction to what was waiting for them.

The following week was on another level with strong competitors coming from around the US, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Canada.  50 Hobies participated in the Championship.  The first few races saw very light winds, with current pushing the entire fleet over the start line. A chaotic start to a memorable event.  Each race day brought different winds, current, and challenges to all participants, with the last day bringing 15-20knts requiring double traps to keep the boats from washing their sails. Going back to shore following the last race was the cherry on the cake with a beautiful reach going well above 20 knts++ boat speed.  

Mister consistency Brian with Rachel (sail #115334) managed to end up pretty nicely considering the fact that it was their first Hobie 16 North American. They brought back with them so much more knowledge and another yellow boat :-)
Nicolas and Laurence (sail #50) had good results in the top 10 but were not consistent enough and finished in the top third of the fleet which was their goal regardless.

Both teams would be thrilled to share their experience with other members.

Checkout the photos here.

BBCC is proud to to announce the

2025
Hobie Cat 14
North American
Championships

will be coming to Burlington to be held on September 8-11, 2005.

The Championship will following the BBCC BUMS Regatta which will be held  on September 5-7, 2025.  

7 days of Great Racing

Hobie Cat 14 North American Championships.
This event is available for all Hobie Cat 14 with Comptip mast and also be an active Members of the HCANA for the event period.

Concurrent with the NA Championship, BBCC will be hosting the 2025 Hobie Cat 14 Challenge.
This event is open to ALL HOBIE CAT 14's including non Comptip and Turbo Hobie 14's.  Comptip boats are also welcomed.

A great way to be part of the NA Championship Event, see and meet the pros, get some tips and make new friends.

Event page here

Another great event with 50 boats competing over the weekend.

If you want to get familiar with the new Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) for 2025-2028, those rules have been published and you can review them by clicking here.

Please remember that they are only valid from the season 2025 until the end of 2028.

On June 21-23, teams of BBCC sailors pulled their boats from the beach and participated in CRAM Michigan 59 Regatta.  The Regatta was held lake Huron located at Caseville.  This was a Hobie points regatta for the Division 10 season.  The Regatta is always well organized and attended by strong racers across the Hobie fleet.  A total of almost 50 boats participated in the event.  Conditions for the weekend varied with no wind at all to strong winds on Sunday.  Congratulations to Nicolas and Laurence who finished 1st and to Andy Warrick and Mike McNight who finished 5th in the Hobie 16 Class just ahead of Brian Sexsmith and Rachel Tanti. Raphael finished 3rd as a crew in the F18 class.
Lots of fun for all participants and highly recommend for any BBCC Hobie sailors wishing to experience a great Regatta weekend.
Official Race Results can be found on the following link: Cram Sailing Web Site

On May 17, 18 & 19, a team of BBCC sailors pulled their boats from the beach and participated in Fleet 204's Madcatter 48 Regatta.  The Regatta was held at Oneida Shores Park located just outside of Syracuse NY.  The Madcatter is the first Hobie points regatta for the Division 16 season.  The Regatta is always well organized and attended by strong racers across the Hobie fleet.  A total of 40 boats participated in the event.  Conditions for the weekend varied with cool temperatures and strong winds on Saturday and bright sunny warm conditions on Sunday.  Congratulations to Nicolas and Laurence who finished 1st in the Long Distance Race and to Andy Warrick who finished 1st in the Hobie 14 Class.  Lots of fun for all participants and highly recommend for any BBCC Hobie sailors wishing to experience a great Regatta weekend.  Official Race Results can be found on the following link: https://www.regattanetwork.com/event/27794#_newsroom

The 34th Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series was held on February 15th – 18th at St. Petersburg Yacht Club, Florida.   The race is the largest sailing regatta in North America with 250 national teams racing 18 classes. The series is traditionally known as the NOOD Regatta (National Offshore One Design)  and includes both Classic and Foiling A-Cats. 
This year’s event challenged sailors with strong winds, big seas, and fast races. Congratulations to Larry and Todd Woods on finishing 1st and 2nd in the Foiling A-Class Division.  This was Larry's second year in a row finishing in Top Spot.  Race results can be found on the following link:   https://yachtscoring.com/event_results_cumulative.cfm?eID=16265
Check out Larry having fun on the Saturday Highlight Video at approximately 26:32 into the video clip.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfGdZJYO6LkZDDASiR919DzxWulQ1AZbe

Good day sailors.  With the weather hitting double-digit today and sailing around the corner, we are excited to announce our 2023 Annual General Meeting.

Feb 28th, 2024 at 7:00pm

This will be an opportunity to ask questions and give some ideas.

Contact us for instructions on how to attend.