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05-Jun-20 - 09:36am
Racers, We have sought to keep all of you rooted in the reality of what this year has been so far, this communication is an update on the 2020 Race to Mackinac. Our committee began contingency planning under isolation in late February/early March. We could have cancelled the race at this point given all of the uncertainties. However, we contended all along that our ability to host the CYCRTM this year would be dependent on the alignment of three key items: - The ability to run a safe race with consideration of the safety, health and well-being of all of the participants and our volunteers.
- The availability of equipment: the ability to have boats safely provisioned in time for the race in such a manner that we can inspect and check their compliance with CMSRs
- The proper clearance from governmental bodies: which include the States of Illinois and Michigan, the Cities of Chicago and Mackinac Island, and the USCG.
The committee has been following a pragmatic approach to understanding the imposed limitations required to comply with governmental guidelines as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have evaluated possible changes required by the Organizing Authority (OA) to host a safe and fair race or whether it would be best to cancel the event for 2020. Regrettably, the crew limitations required to maximize social distancing which were adopted by the State of Illinois; no release of guidelines from the City of Chicago; uncertainty as to when the Chicago lakefront and harbors will open impacted our ability to conduct a safe race for all competitors. We have decided to abandon the 2020 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac scheduled for July 17 and 18, 2020, and postpone the 112th running of the CYCRTM until 2021. Per the process outlined in NOR Amendment #2 click here, competitors who paid their registration fees will receive a full refund. We ask you to consider donating all or a portion of your refund to the Mackinac Island Community Foundation Essential Needs Covid-19 Response Fund by emailing the CYC Regatta Manager @ [email protected] with your donation request by June 15, 2020. “We share in the disappointment of the sailing community, having to postpone the 112th running of the race until next year, but certainly understand the paramount safety concerns” said Ed Wehmer, Wintrust CEO. “We look forward to continuing to work with the Chicago Yacht Club this season with it’s philanthropic activities focused on Chicagoland’s many communities.” “We’re thankful to Wintrust, our presenting sponsor, for supporting us in this process as well as our many other sponsors. Many thanks go out to our friends on Mackinac Island who welcome us all each July” says Chicago Yacht Club Commodore, Lou Sandoval, “It is with heavy hearts that we cancel this year’s race, but the ability to run a safe event with consideration of the health and well-being of all participants and volunteers needs to take precedence.” We look forward to welcoming all of you to the starting line at the 112th running of the CYCRTM, starting July 16 and 17, 2021. Martin Sandoval Race Chairman CYCRTM |
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31-May-20 - 07:06pm
Invited Competitors: Thank you for your patience and flexibility while we navigate running a Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac that is safe for our competitors, fans, volunteers and complies with all current policies across Illinois, Michigan, Chicago and Mackinac Island. We started this phase of our planning for this year’s race in March with many unknowns. Over time, we’ve been patient in following a process to better understand the prevailing conditions (more specifically what restrictions) for which we could or could not hold the race. If we are able to race this year, we currently expect the following to be in place: - No rafting allowed in Chicago, i.e. while a limited number of boat slips will be available at CYC, competitors would need to reserve a spot through Westrec who manages the Chicago harbors or other nearby yacht clubs.
- No rafting allowed in Mackinac Island, i.e. dockage will be available on first come, first serve basis.
- No social activities, i.e., no Warning Gun Party, Friday Party, Porch Party or Sailor’s Celebration on the island. Social distancing requirements on CYC premises, i.e. limited access to CYC grounds, etc.
- Social distancing requirements on Mackinac Island.
- There will be a series of COVID-19 related recommendations to competitors.
Additionally, while we’re waiting on the City of Chicago to open the harbors and announce their boating guidelines which impact the start of the Mac race, the State of Illinois has released their boating guidelines which impose crew limitations. We have requested clarification from the State of Illinois on these guidelines as it would pertain specifically to offshore racing and that information will help guide our requirements. To further assist us in our planning, given the limitations stated above, we would appreciate if competitors could please complete this survey, click here, by June 2, 2020. If you already know that you will not be participating, please take the necessary steps to withdraw from the race. Your feedback is important. Thank you, Martin Sandoval Race Chairman CYCRTM |
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18-May-20 - 04:47pm
Racers, We would like to share a synopsis of the following important updates: ? June 1 Entry Deadline: We have extended the June 1 Entry Deadline to June 30. ? June 15 Late Entry Deadline: We have extended the June 15 Late Entry Deadline to June 30. Please click here for the applicable NOR amendment #3 on the Official Notice Board and the exact procedures that will be in place moving forward. The committee continues to monitor COVID-19 developments and how this is impacting our sailing community. This remains a fluid situation. We have contended all along that our ability to host the CYCRTM race this year will be dependent on the alignment of three key items: 1. The ability to run a safe race with consideration of the safety, health and well-being of all of the participants and our volunteers. 2. The availability of equipment: the ability to have boats safely provisioned in time for the race in such a manner that we can inspect and check their compliance with CMSRs. 3. The proper clearance from governmental bodies: which include the States of Illinois and Michigan, the Cities of Chicago and Mackinac Island, and the USCG. There remain many moving variables with each of the States of Illinois and Michigan approaching re-opening based on their respective governor’s plans. The Mayor of Chicago has implemented a separate plan to re-open the city. The City of Chicago and State of Illinois “Stay at Home Orders” remain in effect through May 30; the Chicago lakefront and harbors remain closed through May 30, and the State of Michigan’s “Stay at Home Order” remains in effect through May 28. Mackinac Island is preparing to open for the season with island hotels scheduled to open late June. We had previously communicated that we would make a Go/No-Go decision in late May. While there has been progress in a number of the key items above, we now expect to make that decision by June 15. We acknowledge that the timing of this decision may not work for some competitors and we appreciate your patience on this matter. We have been realistic in our planning, in the scenario where we are able to race, you can expect that: : ? social distancing protocols will be in place based on municipal requirements, ? no social activities will take place in conjunction with the race, ? the skipper’s meeting with weather briefing will be virtual, ? no rafting of vessels will be allowed in the Chicago harbors or Mackinac Island, and ? there will be variable weather and sailing conditions with the possibility of flies. While we remain in the doldrums waiting for our breeze to fill-in, if you haven’t already revalidated your vessel’s ORR rating certificate, consider starting the process with US Sailing to help alleviate any future bottleneck issues. Note that competitors can provide US Sailing the information to start the request, but not necessarily submit payment for the certificate at this time. We have been in communication with US Sailing and they are aware that many of you are waiting for the Go/No-Go decision regarding the race in order to proceed with revalidations. We will be in touch with more updates as we have more information. Stay safe and healthy. Martin Sandoval Race Chairman CYCRTM |
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29-Mar-20 - 02:29pm
Racers, In an effort to be as transparent as possible with the planning of the 112th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust, I would like to share a synopsis of the following important updates: April 1 Deadline: We have extended the April 1st Division Formation, One-Design Section Request and Early Bird Entry Fee deadlines to May 1st. Cancellation Refund Policy: In the event that we cancel the race due to COVID-19, we will issue a full refund of 2020 entry fees paid. Withdrawal Policy: If the race continues as planned and you, the Invited Competitor, decide to withdraw your entry for any reason, we will credit your paid entry fee toward your entry as an Invited Competitor in the 2021 CYCRTM. We will continue to monitor COVID-19 developments, and how this is impacting our sailing community. The committee is targeting late May for a “go or no-go” decision on running the race. We understand that even if we are able to race this year, there will be individual circumstances across the board that may impact a team’s ability to compete, and we hope these amendments remove some uncertainty from your decision to enter the race. Please click here for the applicable NOR amendment #2 on the Offical Notice Board and the exact procedures that will be in place moving forward. We are looking forward to being out on the water and hope that these changes to the NOR will give you and your crews more leeway in what we know is an unprecedented situation, while still allowing our committee, staff and volunteers to continue to plan for a successful and safe race. We will be in touch with more updates as we have more information. Stay safe and healthy. Martin Sandoval CYCRTM Race Chairman |
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18-Mar-20 - 05:39pm
Racers, Planning for the 112th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac continues even under isolation. Our organizing committee is monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely, and while we are still a ways away from the July 17th and 18th start dates, I want to ensure you that we will be in communication with you regarding any changes to our plans. As a committee, we’re busy looking at how we can keep the race safe, and yet provide an opportunity to escape from what has been going on with COVID-19. That said, we’re optimistic at this time that we’ll be able to provide a world-class event for all of our racers, fans and friends in July. So, while many of us are staying at home to weather out the coronavirus storm - so I’m going to take this opportunity to remind you that now is a great time to take care of administrative race items. Have you remembered to: - Check your application: April 1st is the deadline for early-bird entry fees, make sure you have met the minimum requirements so your boat doesn’t face a late entry fee.
- Apply for your 2020 ORR Certificate? This process can be done online, and more information can be found at: https://www.ussailing.org/competition/offshore/orr/. Please help everyone out and apply for your 2020 certificate as soon as possible.
- Update your boat story: Boat owners and invited competitors, review your boat story in the registration area and make sure this information is up-to-date. How many Mac’s has your boat sailed? Any interesting stories we should know about? This information gets used to announce your team during the “Parade of Boats” at Navy Pier, and also gets shared with the Media, so please ensure its up-to-date so we can help share your story.
- Safety: Review the CMSR’s, available on the Official Notice Board and double check expiration dates and registration for things like your boat’s EPIRB.
- Safety-At-Sea: If you are unable to attend a hands-on safety at sea, remember there are online options available that will satisfy the CMSR requirements.
Thank you all for your support of the CYC Race to Mackinac. I know everyone is eager to get their boats out of the shed, but please take care of your health and the health of those around you. We look forward to putting a lot of our negative news behind us with the start of the season, and the start of the Mac. Martin Sandoval Race Chairman |
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03-Feb-20 - 04:17pm
Dear fellow Mac Racers: In 165 days, we will be sailing out to the start line of the 112th running of the greatest freshwater distance race in the world, the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac™ presented by Wintrust. I look forward to racing with you in July! I’m excited to share that the registration system opened on February 1. Returning skippers who have competed in one of the last four “Mac” Races, will have received an invitation. For those of you entering a new boat in the race, you may start the process of requesting an invitation via the regatta website. If you are a skipper who has raced, but not in 5 years or more, we expect that your information will still be in our registration system. Please login on the CYCRTM website using your credentials and then request an invitation to begin this process. On behalf of all of us at the Chicago Yacht Club and its Race to Mackinac Committee, thank you for joining us for the race of the season, a destination like no other, the adventure of a lifetime!
Martin Sandoval Chairman 112th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac P.S. As always, we encourage you to like us on Facebook for the latest information on the race - https://www.facebook.com/CYCRTM or, follow us on Twitter @RacetoMackinac, or search our hashtag #CYCRTM. |
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18-Oct-19 - 03:34pm Dear Mac Racers, While most of our boats are put away for the winter, we hope the cold weather sailors are enjoy Fall frostbiting, and safe travels to those continuing their racing season year round. If you have not already shared your feedback on the 111th CYC Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust, please complete the skipper or crew survey below: Skipper Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/skipperssurvey
Crew Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cycrtmcrewsurvey
I look forward to celebrating with you at the Mac Awards on Saturday, November 2nd. If you still need to make a reservation for yourself and your team, please follow the link while space is available: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/race-to-mac-awards-banquet-tickets-73621930175
If you are traveling to CYC Monroe Station, see the attached for off-site parking and hotel accommodations. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2019%20Mac%20Awards%20Parking%20_%20Hotel%20Information.pdf Enjoy the beautiful weather and I look forward to seeing you on the water soon, Sarah Renz Chairman, 110th & 111th CYC Race to Mackinac Mark your calendars for the 112th CYC Race to Mackinac on July 17-21, 2020 |
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18-Oct-19 - 03:22pm Dear Mac Racers,
Congratulations on an excellent season and safe travels to those continuing the racing season on ice and water. If you have not already shared your feedback on the 111th CYC Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust, please complete the skipper or crew survey below: Skipper Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/skipperssurvey Crew Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cycrtmcrewsurvey We look forward to celebrating with you at the Mac Awards on Saturday, November 2nd. If you still need to make a reservation for yourself and your team, please follow the link while space is available: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/race-to-mac-awards-banquet-tickets-73621930175 If you are traveling to CYC Monroe Station, see the attached for off-site parking and hotel accommodations. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2019%20Mac%20Awards%20Parking%20_%20Hotel%20Information.pdf
Enjoy the beautiful weather and I look forward to seeing you on the water soon,
Sarah Renz Chairman, 110th & 111th CYC Race to Mackinac Mark your calendars for the 112th CYC Race to Mackinac on July 17-21, 2020 |
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05-Sep-19 - 10:58am Dear fellow Mac Racers,
Congratulations to all on a successful sailing season in buoy racing and offshore. Chicago Yacht Club was pleased to have you aboard for the 111th CYC Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust, and we look forward to celebrating the winners at the Awards Ceremony on Saturday, November 2nd at CYC Monroe Station. Details to come.
Today, I am writing as a request for our boating community to come together and make a positive impact for others who would benefit greatly from our help. Please join us on Saturday, September 14th for the Chicago Yacht Club’s Chicago Regatta, presented by Wintrust. This year, the Chicago Regatta will raise money for three worthy charities – the University of Chicago Comer Children’s Hospital, SOS Children’s Villages Illinois, and Chicago Yacht Club Foundation.
The Chicago Regatta offers something for everyone. You can participate in any of the following ways.
1. Join us on the water on September 14th. We will be offering something for everyone on the water: buoy racing and distance race for competitive sailors, a casual race for cruising boats, and a fun poker run for power boats. Afterwards, we’ll host a Dragon Force 65 Regatta at Chicago Yacht Club Monroe Station. There is no set fee for any of these events – all we ask is that you donate something to one or more of our participating charities. https://www.chicagoregatta.com/race-registration 2. Attend the post-race Sweet Home Chicago Dock Party and Silent Auction. A fabulous buffet planned for the evening, and we have Chicago’s famous Sons of Chicago band playing on the waterfront. Last year’s Chicago Regatta party was a sellout, and a highlight of the season. https://e.givesmart.com/events/ddu/ 3. Bid on a silent auction item. Our silent auction ends at 9 p.m. on September 14th, but is open for bidding NOW. Check out the great prizes and make one of them your own! https://e.givesmart.com/events/ddu/ 4. Click and donate! As a donor or sponsor, you can choose the charity you wish to support, or donate to all three charities equally. We will provide special perks to sponsors and Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze level donors, including specially-designed commemorative glasses, decanters, Chicago Regatta gear, and brag flags! https://www.chicagoregatta.com/chicago-regatta-great-cause We can make a difference in the lives of Chicago’s kids. Thank you for your consideration. Sarah Renz Chair, CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com Save the date for the 112th CYC Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust - July 17-22, 2020 |
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11-Jul-19 - 10:02am Dear Invited Competitor: ?As you head to Monroe station to register for the 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, we urge you to review the NOR and your competitor page to ensure your profile is complete. In particular, we draw your attention to Amendment Number 2 to the Notice of Race. Please be sure to bring with you your completed and signed Crew Overboard Recovery Drill Certificate. You must present that completed document signed by the requisite number of crew members at registration. Thank you. As always, reach out to our regatta manager with any questions. Sarah Renz Chair, 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust www.cycracetomackinac.com #CYCRTM |
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08-Jul-19 - 05:30pm Dear Mac Race Invited Competitor: This week, many of you will be traveling to Chicago and finalizing preparations for your boats and crews for the 111th running of the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust. I would ask you to review one additional list with your crew, delivery crews, and other guests on the Island -- a list of rules regarding conduct during and after the Race. The overwhelming majority of our sailors behave very well and have a good time in Chicago and on the Island. Unfortunately, we have had occasional problems with crew members or delivery crew acting inappropriately. You as invited competitor are responsible for the conduct of your crew in Chicago, on the water, and on the Island, including delivery crews. The Notice of Race, Section 6, makes you responsible for the conduct of the entire crew before, during and after the Race while at race-related locations. You are subject to protest or having your invitation for next year withdrawn if you or your crew engage in inappropriate conduct. We are guests on Mackinac Island for a few days each summer. Many of the people you interact with on the Island call it home. Please treat them respectfully, as you would like to be treated in your own hometown. To avoid any issues, please keep the following rules in mind: 1. Before, during and after the Race, be courteous with our outstanding volunteers and Club staff. They are terrific people who will be giving a lot of their time over the next couple of weeks to make this a great experience for all. Please treat them with respect and courtesy. If you encounter a situation in which our Race Committee members or Club staff members cannot assist you, please do not argue with or berate them. Instead, ask to speak with me, personally, or our Principal Race Officer, Alina Dix, or any member of the Mac Committee. We will have a zero tolerance policy regarding disrespectful behavior towards any of our volunteers or CYC staff. 2. Please follow all directions from CYC Dockmasters and CYC Staff while docking in Chicago. They are working to arrange safe dockage for everyone who will be docking at our facilities. They need your cooperation, and the cooperation of your crews, to make this happen. Our zero tolerance policy will apply here as well. Any disrespectful behavior towards our volunteers or staff will be dealt with harshly. 3. Docking on Mackinac Island will follow a zone system. This system places similar boats together. It’s designed to get you docked as quickly as possible. However, to make it work, you have to follow our plan and not everyone can get a slip, even if it’s empty at the moment. Every space on the Island is assigned and accounted for. Please cooperate with our docking officials on the Island. I have asked our docking officials to report any failure to cooperate or any inappropriate behavior directly to me; disregarding instruction may result in your boat being uninvited in subsequent years as well as protest. 4. No swimming is allowed in Mackinac Island Harbor. This is for your safety and that of others. This year with very high water levels, many electrical cables are under water. There is a very real risk of electrocution if you swim in the harbor. We urge you to discuss this with all of your crew. If we determine that your crew was swimming in the harbor, disciplinary action may be taken against both the crew and you as their invited competitor. This is a serious safety issue. 5. Michigan law prohibits open containers of alcohol on the public way. If a police officer approaches you or your crew, and asks you to spill out the Mount Gay and tonic that you just purchased, please do so promptly. (Note that this also applies to the grounds outside of the Grand Hotel during our sailors' party.) 6. Keep sails and other banners away from horses. When drying sails, stay as far away from the streets as possible. A flapping sail or banner can frighten a horse and cause a very unsafe situation. 7. Departure time from all harbors is noon EDT on Wednesday after the Race (except for the east side of the Arnold Dock, which must be cleared at 1000 EDT), per the NOR. Please make sure that you depart at or before this time unless you have made prior arrangement with the Harbor Master and/or you are participating in the Around the Island Race. Failure to depart on time will result in your invitation for future races being withdrawn. Remember that rafts start breaking up much earlier in the day. Please be considerate of your neighbors in your raft by being at the harbor and available by 0800, as is required in the Sailing Instructions. Talk with each other in advance to make things easier. To sign up for the Around the Island Race -- http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eg01p6rh58349525&llr=jiuu6geab Failure to follow these rules can result in disqualification from this Race and not being invited to future Races. Crew members and guests are expected to follow these rules, but ultimately it is the Invited Competitor who is responsible. Please help us make the Race a great experience for everyone. We look forward to seeing you on the start line! Sarah Renz Chair, 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust www.cycracetomackinac.com #CYCRTM
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06-Jul-19 - 05:31pm Coast Guard "Cardinal Points" for the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac
The Ninth Coast Guard District wishes you a warm welcome to the Chicago Yacht Club Race Mackinac. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable voyage. The Mac Committee has provided you with excellent materials on how to be best prepared and we'd like to supplement that with some Coast Guard basics.
IN AN EMERGENCY: If an emergency occurs during the race, such as a person overboard, medical problem, taking on water, or disabling damage from storm, and assistance from the Coast Guard is required, we recommend you contact us via VHF-FM channel 16. You do not need to know what the closest Coast Guard station is -- we will determine that -- simply call "Mayday, mayday, mayday, Coast Guard, this is [vessel name] on channel 16, over." During your initial contact, we ask that you provide the following information:
*Location (GPS coordinates and/or geographic reference) *Nature of distress *Number of persons on board *Description of your vessel
If you have an EPIRB or PLB (preferred over SPOT devices) on board, activate that as well because the SARSAT satellite system has global coverage beyond VHF-FM or cellular antenna range. Launching of flares or displaying of other visual signaling devices should also be considered. Use of cellular telephones should be considered a tertiary means of distress alerting.
WHAT TO EXPECT Once the Coast receives your distress call, we can decide what the closest response units are, what capabilities to bring and approximately how long it will take to get to your location. The Coast Guard communications watch stander on the other end of the radio may have additional questions for you to further ascertain your situation. For those accustomed to police or fire units responding within a few minutes in your city, be aware that Coast Guard boats and helicopters may take longer to reach your location because we may have to transit dozens or even hundreds of miles. Do your best to stabilize your situation in the meantime. The Coast Guard can also provide basic first responder medical care from our boats or helicopters, but paramedic-level (and greater) medical support must be provided from land-based resources. Please be aware that we do not have divers with subsurface or SCUBA capability. Our helicopters carry a rescue swimmer who can conduct rescues on or near the surface only. If subsurface rescue may be required, let us know that as soon as possible because SCUBA capability must come from other agencies and can take hours to coordinate and transport.
RESCUE 21 The Coast Guard recently installed the Rescue 21 communications system around the Great Lakes, greatly increasing our reception and transmission capability. For race participants, your procedure for contacting us remains unchanged - see the "Mayday" call guidance in the "In an emergency" paragraph above. For our part, Rescue 21 allows us to rapidly obtain a line of bearing from our radio towers to the location of the VHF-FM caller. This helps us home in on your position more quickly and easily, and also helps us catch hoax callers. Again, you do not need to know where our towers or stations are - call us on VHF-FM channel 16 and we will work with you on a case-by-case basis. In addition, all participating members are required to monitor their VHF-FM radios.
IN CASE OF STORMS If severe storms do occur, it is up to race participants to decide whether to continue their courses or to divert toward cover or safe harbors. The Coast Guard cannot make that decision for you, and we are prohibited from providing specific sailing directions (courses to steer, etc.) to you. The Coast Guard communications watch stander can, however, transmit to you published/charted navigational aids, hazards and information that may be helpful in making your decision.
A WORD ABOUT HYPOTHERMIA Even if air temperatures during the race days are warm and seasonable, be advised that lake temperatures will likely be cold enough in many locations to cause moderate to severe hypothermia within hours. Participants should dress themselves with those water temperatures in mind - and of course, wear their personal flotation device. Hypothermia is an insidious killer that catches unprepared people in the water off guard, so you stack the deck in your favor by wearing a survival suit, dry suit, wet suit or anti-exposure coveralls.
GREAT LAKES SEARCH AND RESCUE LINE - 1-800-321-4400
Joint Rescue Coordination Center Cleveland Ninth Coast Guard District 1240 E. 9th Street Cleveland, OH 44199
1-216-902-6117/6118/6109 [email protected] |
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29-Jun-19 - 12:54am Fellow Mac racers,
Less than two weeks to go to race check-in! Here are your action items for this weekend: Official Notice Board Refer to the Race updates on the Official Notice Board. Most recently a fellow competitors question and answer was posted for all to reference. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/6.28.19_Notice_to_Competitors.pdf Preliminary section breaks are now posted https://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/scratchall.cfm Trophy assignments are posted - find out which iconic race trophy your team is racing for in the 111th edition of the Mac Race. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/trophy-assignments/ Safety at Sea Training Sunday is Safety Practice Day. Be sure to join us on the water. CYC On the Water Team and West Marine will be on hand this Sunday 12-3pm at Belmont Harbor to review COB drills at the latest Lifejacket Clinic. As many have received reminder emails, please verify that your entry is compliant. At least 50% of all crew must be current on their safety at sea training, and 100% of minors must hold valid certificates. Many entries are not complete at this point because either the crew haven’t taken Safety at Sea training or they haven’t properly updated their crew profiles. Check with your fellow crew today! You will not be allowed to check in at Monroe Station if your crew is not compliant. See NOR Section 5.10. The online US Sailing Offshore Safety at Sea Course can be found at http://www.safetyatseacourse.com. (http://www.safetyatseacourse.com). Sign up today as it takes some time to complete! Race Week Reservations Race event times and details may be found on the race site, with the Race Village opening Thursday, July 11th at CYC Monroe Station. Guests are welcome to all open events including the Friday night Sailor Sendoff at 6pmCT, after the 5pmCT Skippers Meeting. Also, CYC Monroe Dining Room is open Friday night for Crew Dinners - call the front desk to make your teams reservation (312-861-7777). Return Travel Bus back tickets are for sale - visit the Mac website, under Shop. You will also find information on buying discounted tickets from Star Line, our Ferry sponsor, as well as travel information from Pentastar Aviation and lodging information from our hotel sponsors, Hyatt (in Chicago) and The Grand Hotel (on the Island). Book today as many of these lodging and travel options are selling out! That’s it for now. As always, feel free to reach out to our Regatta Manager with any questions. Sarah Renz Chair, 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac |
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21-Jun-19 - 06:55am Your hull is fare and smooth. Your sails are packed and ready. Your rating is optimized. Don’t let a deck equipment failure or a misbehaving winch cost you the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac®. An inspection from the Harken Tech Team can help insure your team’s best performance yet. Book a pre-race inspection or tune-up with Neil Evans at 262-691-3320 or email TechnicalServ[email protected] Technicians will be available at the club’s Monroe Station from Wednesday, July 10, through Saturday morning, July 13. Parts will be available on site. If maintenance is required, it will be priced immediately. Most recommended work can be completed before the starting gun. Each inspection comes with a list of recommended maintenance and equipment upgrades that can be executed at a later date along with contact information for your Tech Team representative. Only one representative of your team needs to be present during inspection or service. Services offered: • Visual inspection of all Harken systems: Get a Grand Prix shore team’s perspective on what’s working properly and what might be a problem — for one fixed price. Boats 30' to 42' LOA $100/hr. Boats 42' LOA and above $150/hr. • Winch Workover: Complete disassembly and on-deck cleaning of all interior parts for Harken winches through size 60. $125/hr. • Traveler Triage: Complete track and car cleaning, bearing lubrication and indicated replacement. $100/hr. • Furler Facelift: Complete cleaning and adjustment of furler drums and housing. Removal and reloading of furling line overrides. Installation of customer-supplied furling line. $100/hr. https://www.harken.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Service/ |
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13-Jun-19 - 06:46pm Dear Mac Skippers,
Please join us on Thursday, July 11th 6:30-8:30pm at Chicago Yacht Club Monroe Station for the Warning Gun of the 111th CYC Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust. The Mac Committee members look forward to welcoming Race volunteers, Coast Guard, CYC Members and competitors as we raise a glass to the efforts by all to reach the starting line. The invitation is for the Invited Competitor + 1 guest, and is not transferrable. Note that space is limited - please RSVP as soon as you are able as the event will "sell out" quickly. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2019%20-%20Warning%20Gun%20Invitation%20-%20Skippers%20_%20Crew.pdf RSVP to [email protected]
Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com
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11-Jun-19 - 08:52pm Fellow Mac Racers, Race preparations are moving along with almost one month before the start of the 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust. It was wonderful to see so many teams on the water during the Chicago NOOD practicing drills for the season. Mark your calendar for Sunday, June 30th - CYC On the Water Director, Jay Kehoe, and team will be on hand at Belmont Station from 12-3pm to assist with COB drills and lifejacket safety checks. For specific questions or to RSVP, email [email protected] Please take note of the following notifications and upcoming deadlines:
RACE REGISTRATION Login today to double-check the status of your entry. Be especially mindful of the completeness of your Entry Profile and that your crew members are on track to meet the Safety At Sea training requirements prior to registration. The late entry deadline is June 15, 2019. If you did not meet the June 1 entry deadline, this is your last date to complete all steps laid out in the NOR and still compete in the race. See the NOR for details https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ RACE DOCUMENT UPDATES Amendments to the NOR and Monohull CMSRs have been posted. Frequently check the race documents and official notice board on the Mac website. TEAM CHALLENGE DEADLINE APPROACHES The entry deadline for the team race challenge for the Point Betsie Trophy, sponsored by the Storm Trysail Club, is June 15, 2019. Talk with your friends, fellow alum, club members and competitors to form your team of three today! The form may be completed and returned to [email protected] https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/2019_CYCRTM_Team_Challenge_Entry_Form.pdf PRE-RACE INSPECTIONS If you have been selected for pre-race inspection, the inspector assigned to your boat will reach out to schedule the date/time of inspection. If you would like to request a pre-race inspection, please email [email protected] EXCLUSIVE RACE GEAR - CUSTOMIZE FOR YOUR CREW The deadline for ordering the exclusive 111th CYCRTM Racer Cap has been extended to June 14th. These hats can be personalized with sail numbers or boat names. Team One Newport will also customize your Gill crew gear - http://bit.ly/racercap PORCH PARTY TICKETS ON SALE SOON Watch your email as Porch Party Tickets will go on sale soon. The event is always a sell out and we know your shore crew enjoys this annual cocktail party on the worlds longest wooden porch at The Grand Hotel. The calendar of events may be found on the race website https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/events/ RACE PARTNERS: LAND, AIR & SEA Our friends at Hyatt Regency Chicago are offering a special room rate for CYCRTM racers. There are a limited number of rooms available for July 11th and 12th. Click here to reserve: http://bit.ly/hyattcycrtm The Grand Hotel and Mission Point Resort continue their longstanding support of the Chicago Mac. If you need housing on the island, golf or dinner reservations - be sure to finalize your plans soon. Pentastar Aviation is proud to be the official aviation partner of the 111th Race to Mackinac. Visit the Pentastar website to book your charter flight to and from Mackinac, or contact Calvin Ford at (248) 931-7619 for more information about timing and pricing. If the Bus Back is more your speed, visit the race website to order your bus tickets by July 1st for early bird pricing. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/return-from-mac-bus-/ Thank you for supporting our race sponsors. As always, let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you in July.
Sarah Renz Chair, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com |
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31-May-19 - 07:51am Dear fellow competitors,
Today’s the day! Finish your entry to the 111th Chicago Mac before 1159 pm June 1 to avoid the late entry fee of $500! Log into your competitor page today and make sure your entry is complete. The link to log in is on the Mac website, www.cycracetomackinac.com, under “For Competitors” and then “Competitor login”. Your competitor page will tell you if your entry deadline requirements are complete. If they’re not, the system will show you in red letters what steps you need to complete. Please carefully read the NOR, especially sections 5.1 through 5.6, and make sure they are all complete prior to the entry deadline. If any of the steps are not complete, your entry is not complete and you will be charged the late fee. In past years, areas of concern have particularly been ensuring that your valid 2019 ORR rating certificate was uploaded to the system and ensuring that your preliminary crew list with a sufficient number of crew was complete. Please do this today, Friday May 31, even if you think your entry is complete. Verify it. If you have trouble, reach out to the Regatta Manager at [email protected], but understand that she is one person supporting nearly 300 competitors and 2500 sailors, so if you need her help, please reach out to her this morning! If you contact her Saturday she may not be able to help in time. Best regards,
Sarah Renz Chair, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com
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21-May-19 - 02:13pm Dear Fellow Racers: We hope you are as excited about the upcoming Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac as we are. This email is a reminder that there are only 11 days until Entry Deadline at 2359 hours, 2019-06-01. If all Entry Deadline items are not complete at that time, the Late Entry Fee of $500.00 will automatically be applied. For additional details, please reference the Notice of Race (https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/). Before the entry deadline, invited competitors must complete the steps set out in NOR Section 5.2 through 5.6: 5.2 - Submit your race entry. 5.3 - Pay your entry fee. 5.4 - Submit a preliminary crew list of not less than 50% of the declared number of crew, but at least the minimum required for your division. All crew profiles must be fully completed to count towards this 50%, including execution of the crew waiver. 5.5 - Agree to the Race Tracker Agreement. 5.6 - Upload your valid 2019 ORR certificate (or GLMRA certificate for Multihulls). Only valid 2019 certificates of the appropriate type will be accepted. In past years, the greatest issues we’ve seen are with crews failing to complete their crew profiles, and competitors failing to submit their proper ratings certificates. Please log into your profile now at https://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/register/index.cfm. Check each step of the entry process and look for green “completed” near the required items. If your crew members haven’t completed their profiles, please urge them to do so today. If you haven’t uploaded your ORR or GLMRA certificate, do so today. Save yourself the fee and help us help you get to the start line. As always, please reach out to the Regatta Manager ([email protected]) with questions, and thank you in advance! Sarah Renz Chair, 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust |
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21-May-19 - 02:07pm Dear Fellow Racers: We hope you are as excited about the upcoming Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac as we are. This email is a reminder that there are only 11 days until Entry Deadline at 2359 hours, 2019-06-01. If all En-try Deadline items are not complete at that time, the Late Entry Fee of $500.00 will automatically be applied. For additional details, please reference the Notice of Race (https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/). Before the entry deadline, invited competitors must complete the steps set out in NOR Section 5.2 through 5.6: 5.2 - Submit your race entry. 5.3 - Pay your entry fee. 5.4 - Submit a preliminary crew list of not less than 50% of the declared number of crew, but at least the minimum required for your division. All crew profiles must be fully completed to count towards this 50%, including execution of the crew waiver. 5.5 - Agree to the Race Tracker Agreement. 5.6 - Upload your valid 2019 ORR certificate (or GLMRA certificate for Multihulls). Only valid 2019 certificates of the appropriate type will be accepted. In past years, the greatest issues we’ve seen are with crews failing to complete their crew pro-files, and competitors failing to submit their proper ratings certificates. Please log into your profile now at https://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/register/index.cfm. Check each step of the entry process and look for green “completed” near the required items. If your crew members haven’t completed their profiles, please urge them to do so today. If you haven’t uploaded your ORR or GLMRA certificate, do so today. Save yourself the fee and help us help you get to the start line. As always, please reach out to the Regatta Manager ([email protected]) with questions, and thank you in advance! Sarah Renz Chair, 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust |
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14-May-19 - 03:22pm Dear Fellow Sailors, The Chicago Yacht Club and the Race to Mackinac has have always had a commitment to safety and has have helped to lead safety efforts in the sport of offshore sailing. As you may know, in 2019 the Mac is requiring Safety at Sea Training for 50% of all crew members (one of whom must be the Person-In-Charge), and 100% of minors racing (minors certified in Safety at Sea count against the 50% threshold above). Though these levels are the minimums required to race, we encourage all competitors to take this important training. Those who have not as of yet completed their required training should do so as soon as possible. Options for adults include: A) The Online Offshore Safety at Sea Seminar at http://www.safetyatseacourse.com/ B) The in-person Offshore Safety at Sea Class or the International Offshore Safety at Sea Seminar offered in conjunction with US Sailing. Find an in-person course at https://www.ussailing.org/education/adult/safety-at-sea-courses/find-a-course-near-you/
Options for minors include either of the above options or the Storm Trysail Foundation Junior Safety at Sea Seminar (https://www.stormtrysailfoundation.org/). This is a course tailored to teenage offshore sailors. Two of these in-person courses will be offered in the Chicago area. Remember, all minors must have valid safety at sea training in order to compete in the race.
No other training will be accepted, except the an equivalent World Sailing Recognized Course conducted by another World Sailing Member National Authority. While there are numerous excellent safety training courses offered by organizations, the NOR is clear as to which courses are acceptable for the Mac.
Certificates issued for accepted training are good for five years, and crew members are reminded to update their crew profiles with their most recent training as soon as possible. Your crew boat must comply with the NOR’s Safety Training Requirements before you check in at Monroe Station in July. See section 5.10 of the NOR for details. Invited Competitors are reminded of the requirement of keeping either paper or digital copies of the crew’s completion certificates on hand for inspection by representatives of the Mac Committee.
If you have additional questions, please direct to the Regatta Manager ([email protected]). Thank you for your consideration,
Sarah Renz Chair, CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com
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05-May-19 - 10:27am Hi Invited Competitors:
It’s May and boating season is finally upon us. I hope your race preparations are underway and going smoothly. The Mac Committee has a few updates to share. Please take note and, as always, let us know if you have any questions!
NOR Amendment As part of the Mac race’s commitment to safety, a slight adjustment has been made regarding the submission of Crew Overboard certificates required by the NOR. In the past, competitors simply had to keep the certificates onboard, ready for presentation upon inspection/demand. The NOR amendment requires that the form be completed and turned in at registration. Please note that this will have the effect of requiring you to complete your COB drill with your team at least one day before starting the Race.
The 2019 Notice of Race (NOR) has been amended to reflect this change. Please review the amendment: https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/2019_NOR_Amendment_1.pdf.
Crew Overboard Recovery Drill Certificate The Crew Overboard Recovery Drill certificate is now posted to the Race website. Be sure to print, review, and practice. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/2019_COB_Certificate.pdf
2019 Team Race Challenge for the Point Betsie Trophy New for 2019 is our Team Race Challenge for the Point Betsie Trophy. In order to compete, teams of three monohull boats will join together to race against other three-boat teams. The team of boats with the best combined percentage placement in their divisions will prevail. To be eligible, teams must be formed from boats racing in at least two of the three monohull divisions and may have no more than one cruising division boat. Additionally, a boat may only participate on one team.
As of now, more than a month and a half before the deadline, six teams have already entered. Don’t wait until the last minute. Reach out to your friends, fellow club members and others you know racing and form your team now! Keep any eye on our Facebook page on Tuesdays, as we’re highlighting some of the teams. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/2019_CYCRTM_Team_Challenge_Entry_Form.pdf
Please note: There is no additional entry fee to compete for this trophy. To enter, a team must complete the entry form available for download here on the Race Documents page and return it to the Regatta Manager by June 15.
Order your official 2019 CYCRTM Racer Hats Is your crew geared up yet for the race? The 2019 CYCRTM Racer Hat is now available exclusively for teams competing in the event to order through Team1Newport. The preferred pricing of $16 per hat is only for racers, and may be ordered until June 1st.
Competitors can customize crew hats with your sail number and name for an additional charge. For more information, and to order, please click on the link: https://www.team1newport.com/CMRRacerHat/productinfo/CMR19110/.
Crew Finder Is your team still looking for a few good crew? Make sure to check out the Chicago Yacht Club Crew Finder Page powered by Rail Meets! Skippers looking for crew can post positions here and also search crew looking to get out on a new boat this season. https://cyc.railmeets.com/
Best regards,
Sarah Renz Chair, CYC Race to Mackinac [email protected]
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03-May-19 - 09:49am Hi Fellow Mac Racers:
It’s hard to believe, but we’re roughly 70 days away from the start of this year’s Mac! Here are a few things you need to know right now in getting ready for the Mac.
2019 Team Race Challenge for the Point Betsie Trophy New for 2019 is our Team Race Challenge for the Point Betsie Trophy. In order to compete, teams of three monohull boats will join together to race against other three-boat teams. The team of boats with the best combined percentage placement in their divisions will prevail. To be eligible, teams must be formed from boats racing in at least two of the three monohull divisions and may have no more than one cruising division boat. Additionally, a boat may only participate on one team.
Has your boat entered as part of a team? Discuss with your skipper / owner and encourage them to team up with two other boats, from the club or the area you race in!
Please note: There is no additional entry fee to compete for this trophy. To enter, a team must complete the entry form available for download on the Race Documents page and return it to the Regatta Manager by June 15.
Order your official 2019 CYCRTM Racer Hats Is your crew geared up yet for the race? The 2019 CYCRTM Racer Hat is now available exclusively for teams competing in the event to order through Team1Newport.
Competitors can customize crew hats with the boat’s sail number and name for an additional charge. For more information, and to order, please click here: https://www.team1newport.com/CMRRacerHat/productinfo/CMR19110/ Crew Finder Is your team still looking for a few good crew? Make sure to check out the Chicago Yacht Club Crew Finder Page powered by Rail Meets! Skippers looking for crew can post positions here and also search crew looking to get out on a new boat this season. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/on-the-water/crew-finder
You will soon receive information about the Bus Back from Mac, and other race related information as the season warms up in Chicago. Enjoy the upcoming days of boat and crew prep, we look forward to seeing you on the water.
Best, Sarah Renz Chair, 2019 CYC Race to Mackinac [email protected] |
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09-Apr-19 - 01:36pm New for 2019 - The Point Betsie Trophy named the Team Race Challenge Trophy The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust is excited to unveil its inaugural team race trophy: The Point Betsie Trophy. The winners of the Point Betsie Trophy will be in good company; similar trophies are being awarded in the 2019 Transpac and Transatlantic Races, and Block Island Race Week. The Newport Bermuda Race also has a similar team competition. “During a Mac, every boat is very focused on its own performance, and that of competitors in its section,” said Race Chair Sarah Renz. “We hope that the Point Betsie Trophy will give our racers an excuse for heightened camaraderie across divisions with friends, high school and college teammates, and yacht club members on an offshore race platform.” In order to compete, teams of three monohull boats will join together to race against other three-boat teams. The team of boats with the best combined percentage placement in their divisions will prevail. To be eligible, teams must be formed from boats racing in at least two of the three monohull divisions and may have no more than one cruising division boat. Additionally, a boat may only participate on one team. “We have long recognized the Chicago-Mac Race as a proving ground for offshore sailors -- debunking the myth that a sailor’s worth is measured in salt.” says A.J. Evans, Commodore of the Storm Trysail Club, a sponsor for the Challenge Trophy. “There’s a sense of community among those who share such offshore experiences, and we hope this competition will help extend that fellowship from boats to teams.” To enter, a team must complete the entry form available on the race website (https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/) and return it to the Regatta Manager ([email protected]) by June 15. As a reminder, no boat may enter as part of more than one team. Team up now with your fellow competitors to form your entry to race for the Point Betsie Trophy with friends! www.cycracetomackinac.com About the Point Betsie Trophy: This trophy was first awarded during the 100th running of the Race to Mackinac. It has since served as the Yacht Club Challenge Trophy and now makes the natural transition to recognize the new team challenge. It is named after Michigan’s Point Betsie, often the first piece of land seen by racers after they head across Lake Michigan. |
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05-Apr-19 - 12:23pm New for 2019 - The Point Betsie Trophy named the Team Race Challenge Trophy
The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust is excited to unveil its inaugural team race trophy: The Point Betsie Trophy. The winners of the Point Betsie Trophy will be in good company; similar trophies are being awarded in the 2019 Transpac and Transatlantic Races, and Block Island Race Week. The Newport Bermuda Race also has a similar team competition.
“During a Mac, every boat is very focused on its own performance, and that of competitors in its section,” said Race Chair Sarah Renz. “We hope that the Point Betsie Trophy will give our racers an excuse for heightened camaraderie across divisions with friends, high school and college teammates, and yacht club members on an offshore race platform.”
In order to compete, teams of three monohull boats will join together to race against other three-boat teams. The team of boats with the best combined percentage placement in their divisions will prevail. To be eligible, teams must be formed from boats racing in at least two of the three monohull divisions and may have no more than one cruising division boat. Additionally, a boat may only participate on one team.
“We have long recognized the Chicago-Mac Race as a proving ground for offshore sailors -- debunking the myth that a sailor’s worth is measured in salt.” says A.J. Evans, Commodore of the Storm Trysail Club, a sponsor for the Challenge Trophy. “There’s a sense of community among those who share such offshore experiences, and we hope this competition will help extend that fellowship from boats to teams.”
To enter, a team must complete the entry form available on the race website (https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/) and return it to the Regatta Manager ([email protected]) by June 15. As a reminder, no boat may enter as part of more than one team. Team up now with your fellow competitors to form your entry to race for the Point Betsie Trophy with friends!
About the Point Betsie Trophy: This trophy was first awarded during the 100th running of the Race to Mackinac. It has since served as the Yacht Club Challenge Trophy and now makes the natural transition to recognize the new team challenge. It is named after Michigan’s Point Betsie, often the first piece of land seen by racers after they head across Lake Michigan. |
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30-Mar-19 - 11:09pm Hello all,
As a courtesy reminder the following deadlines are on Monday, April 1, 2019 (2359 CDT):
- Division Formation Deadline - One-Design Section Request Deadline (reference NOR 4.4) - “Early Bird” Entry Fee Price Deadline (reference NOR 5.3) 4.4 One-Design Section Eligibility and Formation. a. To be considered for formation of a One-Design Section, a Class Representative shall notify the CYCMC Chief Measurer in writing via email by the One-Design Section Request Deadline of intent to organize a One-Design Section for the Race. The notification shall include a copy of the intended Class Rules for this race. b. A One-Design Section may be established if approved by CYCMC and the CYCMC has received at least eight (8) completed entries from boats intending to race in the Section no later than the Entry Deadline. 5.3 Entry Fee – Payment of the $21 per foot LOA entry fee prior to “Early Bird” Entry Fee Price Deadline, $24 per foot LOA entry fee thereafter.
If we can assist with any questions, please send your inquiry to [email protected] Best regards,
Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac https://www.cycracetomackinac.com |
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08-Mar-19 - 03:21pm Dear Mac racers,
We are pleased to welcome you to the 111th CYC Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust and hope your race preparations are going well. With 126 days to go, we currently have 182 boats and over 1,700 crew registered for the event, and this number is growing every day.
There are a few deadlines, events and items I want to share with all of you:
ORR Certification Renewal Process The ORR certificate renewal process is now open. Competitors wishing to renew their ORR certificates can now go to https://ucs.ussailing.org. When you receive your certificate, remember to log into you Entry Profile and upload the certificate.
Don’t Miss The Deadline! Upcoming Deadline: April 1st - Early Bird Deadline & One-Design Section Request
Upcoming Safety Event LIFEJACKET CLINIC Sunday March 24th 2:30-4pm Chicago Yacht Club – Monroe Station 400 East Monroe Street, Chicago
Please join the Chicago Yacht Club - Mackinac Committee for a Safety Presentation by Industry experts, Coast Guard, and US Sailing covering safety at sea, equipment and emergency communications. Bring your lifejacket for hands-on review on maintenance and inspection after the presentation.
This is a free event - call the CYC Front Desk to register (312-861-7777). Space is limited. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/events/event/?eventid=402
Race Documents Please review the NOR and Safety Regulations as you prepare for the race. Note the new Safety at Sea certification requirements for your crew. https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/
If you have any questions, please direct them to the Regatta Manager ([email protected]).
We look forward to seeing you this summer.
All the best,
Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac |
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28-Feb-19 - 12:10am Dear Fellow Mac Racer,
By now, you likely have seen the final report into the incident at the start of the 2018 Mac that resulted in the death of our fellow competitor, Jon Santarelli. If not, you should take the time right now to download it and read it - it’s available via https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/safety/. Jon’s death was tragic and his loss will be felt deeply by his family, friends, competitors and most of all, his shipmates, for years to come. My sympathies go out to all of them.
I’d like to extend an immense thank you to those involved with developing the detailed incident report to help provide a better understanding of what happened so that all of us in the offshore racing community can learn from this tragic loss. Our hope is that out of this loss, we can all learn something and become better and safer sailors. The impact of this report and the lessons learned have already been felt across the country and around the world in the sailing community.
Chicago Yacht Club and the Mac Committee are making every effort to help share safety knowledge with the Mac racers and the boating community. For the 2019 Mac Race, there are several changes to safety training requirements and man overboard drill requirements. I urge you to read the NOR and CMSRs carefully in this regard.
In conjunction with US Sailing and industry experts, we are hosting several events to help sailors learn more about racing safely including:
- Hosting a Spring Life Jacket Clinic on March 24th 2:30pm-4pm as a follow-on to the successful one held in December. Industry experts will be on hand to review how to properly maintain and inspect your PFD, and the Coast Guard will review emergency communications and search patterns. This is a free event - call the CYC Front Desk to register (312-861-7777)
- Running a Spring International Offshore Safety at Sea Class with Hands-on Training. This event is already sold-out, but there are other options available. For a complete list of available in-person Safety at Sea Classes, visit https://www.ussailing.org/education/adult/safety-at-sea-courses/find-a-course-near-you/
- Hosting a First Aid Class on March 31st at Chicago Yacht Club
- Continuing our effort to educate the fleet via resources available on the Mac Website -https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/safety/.
Other Clubs and fleets around the Great Lakes are also supporting this effort, including running their own life jacket clinics and US Sailing-sanctioned safety at sea classes. We encourage you to check with your own club and ask what their efforts are towards improving racing sailing and to see what training options they may offer.
I urge you to read the report in its entirety, read it again, and discuss it with your crew mates. What lessons can you learn and apply on your own boat to make all your sailing safer? Schedule your dates to practice and complete Crew Overboard Training. Participate in a Lifejacket Clinic with your friends and family. Outline your Stations Bill. Host a PFD party and order rearming kits. Complete Safety at Sea online and/or Hands on Training. We hope that some good can come of the tragedy last July - but it is incumbent on all of us to make the effort, take the steps needed, and work together towards making this wonderful sport as safe as it can be.
Sincerely,
Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac |
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25-Feb-19 - 05:40pm Dear fellow Mac sailors, We felt it was important that you are among the first to receive the report on the fatal accident during 2018 Race to Mackinac. As we prep ourselves, our boat and our crew for the upcoming season, I sincerely hope you will invest in safety preparation, both on and off the water. The Mac Committee has outlined safety training requirements in the Notice of Race and Chicago Mackinac Safety Regulations (CMSRs), available on www.cycracetomackinac.com. In honor of Jon Santarelli, I hope the report will have a lasting impact on how we prepare for offshore racing.
The report is available on the race website: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/safety/. Best regards, Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac |
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25-Feb-19 - 05:05pm Dear fellow Mac sailors,
We felt it was important that you are among the first to receive the report on the fatal accident during 2018 Race to Mackinac. As we prep ourselves, our boat and our crew for the upcoming season, I sincerely hope you will invest in safety preparation, both on and off the water. The Mac Committee has outlined safety training requirements in the Notice of Race and Chicago Mackinac Safety Regulations (CMSRs), available on www.cycracetomackinac.com. In honor of Jon Santarelli, I hope the report will have a lasting impact on how we prepare for offshore racing.
The report is available on the race website: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/safety/.
Best regards,
Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac
**Mark your calendar for March 24th Lifejacket Clinic at CYC Monroe from 2:30-4pm** |
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25-Feb-19 - 10:03am Dear fellow Mac sailors,
I felt it was important that you are among the first to receive the report on the fatal accident during 2018 Race to Mackinac. As we prep ourselves, our boat and our crew for the upcoming season, I sincerely hope you will invest in safety preparation, both on and off the water. The Mac Committee has included safety training requirements in the Notice of Race and Chicago Mac Safety Requirements (CMSRs), available on www.cycracetomackinac.com. In honor of Jon Santarelli, I hope the report will have a lasting impact on how we prepare for offshore racing.
The report is available on the race website: https://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/safety/ The press release will be released today.
Best regards,
Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th CYC Race to Mackinac
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02-Feb-19 - 09:21am 111th CYCRTM Announcement #1
Registration is open! www.cycracetomackinac.com
February 1, 2019 (Chicago, IL) – The Chicago Yacht Club’s Race to Mackinac Committee today released the Notice of Race (NOR) for the 2019 edition of The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust. Released simultaneously were the Chicago Mackinac Safety Regulations (CMSRs) for both Monohull and Multihull competitors. Both documents are available on the Race’s website, www.cycracetomackinac.com. Over 300 invitations to returning competitors are being sent shortly, and those interested in applying for an invitation to America’s Offshore Challenge should begin the Request for Invitation (RFI) process this month.
“There has been very little down time this year for CYC and the Mac Committee, ensuring that the Chicago Yacht Club is doing its best to prepare offshore sailors for the Mac Race start on July 12th and 13th through hands-on safety clinics, seminars, and via coordination with Chicago Area Sail Racing Association (CASRA), US Sailing, industry leaders, and World Sailing,” said 2019 Race Chair Sarah Renz. With the release of US Sailing’s on-line Safety at Sea courses, all boaters are empowered to educate themselves from their homes then participate in Safety at Sea Hands on Training (HOT) seminars available in spring and summer across the country.
New for the 111th CYC Race to Mackinac is the requirement for at least 50% of all crew have current safety at sea training. In addition, 100% of minors who participate in the race must hold a current safety at sea training course certificate. “The Mac is a serious race with trying conditions. I’ve participated in both training seminars this winter and look forward to a warmer Chicago for our team to practice in variable weather to be sufficiently prepared for this July,” said Renz, who started her 17th Mac Race last July and also served as Chairman for the 333-mile fresh water race in 2018.
Competitors are urged to carefully read the NOR and new requirements in the CSMRs and ensure their vessels and crews comply. The CMSRs provide safety equipment requirements, recommendations and safety resources for boats competing in the race. All new boats competing in the race are inspected prior to the start, and then boats are selected at random at the finish line for inspection to confirm compliance. More race information may be found at www.cycracetomackinac.com
About the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac(R) : “America’s Offshore ChallengeTM” The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac(R) presented by Wintrust is one of the world’s largest annual offshore races, drawing top-notch sailing talent from around America and the globe. Known as ‘The Mac’ to everyone in the region, the ultimate test of Great Lakes navigation starts each July just off Chicago’s Navy Pier. Passing through some of the most beautiful coastal waters in the world on the 333-statute mile (289nm) race route, the fleet faces the storms, reefs, calms and competition that truly make it “America’s Offshore Challenge.”
From Friday’s Cruising and Saturday’s Racing starting cannons to the finish line just on the other side of the iconic Mackinac Bridge, fans can follow every racer via the live Race Tracker, while keeping tabs on their favorites on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Learn more at cycracetomackinac.com.
About Chicago Yacht Club Founded in 1875, the Chicago Yacht Club is one of the oldest and most respected yacht clubs in the world. Its mission is to encourage, promote, and develop knowledge, participation, and enjoyment of all aspects of yachting. To that end, the Club hosts many world-class competitions, including its signature Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac and numerous North American and World Championships. The Club is also recognized as a leader in sailing education, with one of the largest junior sailing programs in the United States. The Club is home to more than 1400 members, including a winning America’s Cup skipper, Olympic medalists and hopefuls, and outstanding boaters of all types, from ages 4 to 104. The Club offers year-round activities for its diverse membership at two locations on the city’s shoreline, at Monroe and Belmont Harbors. Learn more at chicagoyachtclub.org.
About Wintrust Wintrust is a financial holding company with assets of approximately $28 billion focused on providing service- based community banking to each and every customer through fifteen community banking subsidiaries and over 150 banking locations in the greater Chicago and southern Wisconsin market area. |
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10-Jan-19 - 10:32am
Dear fellow Mac Racers: Happy New Year! In 184 days, we will be sailing out to the start line of the 111th running of the greatest freshwater distance race in the world, the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac(tm). I look forward to racing with you in July! ?Before the end of the month, we'll be releasing the Mac's Notice of Race and Chicago Mac Safety Regulations. Keep an eye on the Mac website for more information. We expect invitations to returning skippers to be emailed out before the end of the month, and for those of you entering a new boat in the race, you may start the process of requesting an invitation via the regatta website as soon as the NOR is published. Once again, the Pink Pony is visiting from the Island - don't miss it! On Saturday, January 12, join me at Chicago Yacht Club's Monroe Station to kick off the 111th Mac in style at the Pink Pony Party. There will be music, food and drinks, and plenty of great conversation with our sailing friends. The party starts at 7 pm and goes on well into the night. For details, see the Mac Facebook Page at http://www.facebook.com/ChicagoYCRaceToMackinac, and thanks to CYC's Associates Committee for organizing this great party. Note the new location of the party for 2019! Starting today, the Chicago Boat, RV and Strictly Sail opens at Chicago’s McCormick Place (http://www.strictlysailchicago.com). On Friday night January 11, we will be hosting a “What’s New with the Mac” seminar at the show. Stop by and say hi! On behalf of all of us at Chicago Yacht Club and its Race to Mackinac Committee, thank you for joining us for the race of the season, a destination like no other, the adventure of a lifetime! Sarah Renz Chairman 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac P.S. As always, we encourage you to like us on Facebook for the latest information on the race - https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoYCRaceToMackinac,or follow us on Twitter @RacetoMackinac, or search our hashtag #CYCRTM. |
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16-Oct-18 - 12:11pm Dear Fellow Sailor: Please join us on November 3 and 4 for an amazing opportunity - an intensive safety at sea course unlike any ever run on the Great Lakes before. Led by America’s Cup veteran and experienced offshore sailor Ralf Stietz, this class features two days of hands-on training that will make you a safer sailor when you venture offshore. Think of this as a 200-level Safety at Sea Course. You will learn tips and techniques from experienced ocean racers in a hands-on environment. Saturday, November 3rd will feature talks, demonstrations and hands-on sessions on heavy weather preparation; PFD use and maintenance; AIS and other electronic safety tools; how to teach your team the ethos of safety; and more. Sunday, November 4th will follow the curriculum of the US Sailing International Offshore Hands-on course - you will deploy your PFD, get into a life raft, fight fires, and talk with representatives of the US Coast Guard and other rescue agencies. At the end of Sunday, participants will be eligible for a US Sailing / ISAF International Offshore Safety with Hands-on Training Certificate. A growing number of races including the Newport-Bermuda and Transpac require a certain number of crew members to hold this International Safety Certificate (2-day) certificate, and this is a change that is also being seriously considered for the CYC Race to Mackinac in 2019. Completion of this course will qualify you for these and other races, and the certification is generally valid for five years. Note that this is an advanced course. Participants are required to have completed a one-day Safety at Sea Course or the newly-approved US Sailing online course before attending. A coupon will be included in the registration fee to enable you to take the online course before attending the in-person course. Overall this will be the best and most advanced safety at sea course ever offered on the Great Lakes, and attendance is capped at 25 participants. We urge you to register now. Registration costs $325 and includes: - Two days of classroom, hands-on and in pool learning - Access to the Online US Sailing Safety at Sea Course - US Sailing / ISAF International Offshore Safety with Hands-on Training Certificate for those successfully completing the course - Breakfast and lunch on November 3, and lunch on November 4. Register now at: http://www.chicago-yacht-club.com/machform/view.php?id=39285 Sarah Renz Chairman, 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust |
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01-Oct-18 - 07:48pm Chicago, IL (October 1, 2018) – Over the past two months, the Chicago Yacht Club (CYC) has investigated the death of Jon Santarelli, one of the crew members aboard Imedi, a TP52 sailboat racing in the 2018 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac. CYC formed a Safety Enhancement Committee to determine not only what occurred but also to derive the lessons learned for the future. The Committee includes members with extensive experience from the America’s Cup, Volvo Ocean Race, and Race to Mackinac, and will consult with external safety and marine experts, as well as US Sailing – the national governing body of the sport of sailing – to further enhance its mission. To date, the Committee has obtained information from crew members on board Imedi, reviewed reports from nearby vessels who responded, and conducted meetings with the U.S. Coast Guard. What follows is a preliminary report of CYC’s findings, which includes the failure of Santarelli’s auto-inflate personal flotation device (PFD). BACKGROUND REGARDING INCIDENT On July 21, 2018, shortly after the Turbo Section start of the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, Imedi was sailing upwind in winds in the range of 20-25 knots and short-period waves averaging six to eight feet. These conditions were uncomfortable but not uncommon – well within the experience of the crew on board Imedi that day – and certainly within the design parameters of the yacht itself. Immediately prior to going overboard, Santarelli was trimming a sail using lines near the aft-end of the yacht – behind the helm. Most of the crew was hiking on the windward rail. Due to the motion of the yacht in the short-period waves, Santarelli lost his footing on deck, slid under protective lifelines and off the back of the yacht. Santarelli was not clipped to the yacht with a tether, but was wearing an auto-inflatable PFD, designed with a hydrostatic trigger that would inflate a flotation bladder via a CO2 cartridge upon sustained submersion in water – a type of PFD commonly used by boaters worldwide. The PFD was also equipped with an AIS (Automatic Identification System) beacon. He was also wearing foul weather gear. Crew members on board Imedi observed Santarelli slide off the back of the yacht, immediately shouted “man overboard,” assigned crew member observers to mark his position, and then performed a “quick-stop” maneuver in under one minute. Imedi was able to make three close approaches to Santarelli during which they observed that his PFD had not inflated. The team members threw additional flotation, which he was unable to reach. During the third approach, the crew observed him slip under the water and sadly not resurface. Based upon Imedi’s navigational software, the duration of the immediate rescue effort and subsequent loss of Santarelli occurred in approximately six minutes. Eight nearby racing yachts, after seeing Imedi’s rescue maneuvers and hearing distress calls on the radio, suspended racing to assist the search for Santarelli. Additional water and air support joined the search, including units from the Coast Guard, Chicago Police Department and Chicago Fire Department, as well as numerous pleasure craft, searched until nightfall and then called off the rescue operation. The following day local authorities began the recovery efforts for Santarelli’s body. POST-RECOVERY INVESTIGATION Santarelli’s body was recovered one week later, Saturday afternoon, July 28. Upon being advised of the recovery, CYC promptly requested the Coast Guard to determine whether in fact he was wearing a PFD and whether it was operational. The Coast Guard advised CYC on Monday, July 30, based on their conversations with the Medical Examiner’s Office, Santarelli was wearing his life vest but that it had not inflated. Less than two days later, on Wednesday, August 1, the Coast Guard notified CYC that it could not perform a full analysis of the vest because it had been incinerated without the Coast Guard’s prior knowledge, but that the CO2 cartridge was still available for their review and in the possession of the Santarelli family. Neither CYC nor the Coast Guard was aware of any plans to dispose of the vest in any fashion. Based on the Coast Guard review of the cartridge, which it coordinated with the Santarelli family, the Coast Guard advised CYC that it did not appear that the cartridge had been triggered to inflate Santarelli’s PFD and therefore the auto-inflate feature had not properly functioned. The Coast Guard and Chicago Police Department did not pursue further investigation as the incident was ruled an accident, and the cause of death ruled as a drowning. The Coast Guard has the authority to investigate commercial marine and recreational vessel accidents, and will generally defer recreational investigations to local jurisdictions. In this instance, the Coast Guard was prepared to provide an analysis of the life vest as had been requested by CYC and the Santarelli family, and in fact did so regarding the cartridge. Moreover, CYC was in constant contact with the Coast Guard as this incident and the recovery unfolded, and the Coast Guard has continued to provide valuable information regarding inflatable life vests to CYC. CYC has requested more information on the PFD from the Imedi team in order to conclusively identify the specific make and model of Santarelli’s PFD. What CYC has learned so far is that his PFD did not have any readily apparent branding, unlike many inflatable PFDs on the market today. CYC is awaiting additional information to make a conclusive identification, however, its inquiry regarding inflatable life vests as outlined below applies to all inflatable life vests, regardless of manufacturer. NEXT STEPS As a result of what it has learned, CYC has launched an inquiry into the safety of auto-inflate PFD’s and their future use in offshore racing events. So far, CYC has met with the Coast Guard to review issues around maintenance procedures regarding inflatable PFDs, and training regarding the use of the manual back-up systems. CYC has also reviewed various statistical reports regarding the failure rates among inflatable PFDs. All of this information underscores the importance of proper maintenance and training of inflatable life vests. The inquiry also includes information provided by major manufacturers of auto-inflate PFDs and will factor in the information gathered over the past two months from the Imedi incident as well as independent reviews and tests, to evaluate certain parameters including the following: • The reliability of existing PFD auto-inflation technology to inflate vests upon contact with water as designed • The extent to which auto-inflate PFDs are maintained in accordance with manufacturer guidelines • The effectiveness of secondary and tertiary manual inflation techniques with existing auto-inflate PFDs. The inquiry’s goal is to present new solutions, guidelines, and education to both sailors and the greater boating community about the design, maintenance, and effectiveness of auto-inflate PFDs commonly used by boaters worldwide. Based upon the preliminary findings, CYC strongly urges all users of auto-inflate life vests to fully comply with all maintenance and use instructions provided by the manufacturer, including but not limited to those related to periodic inspection, re-arming, and replacement. The sport of sailing impacts thousands of lives worldwide every day and while the Chicago Yacht Club, the crew members of Imedi, and Santarelli’s family and friends continue to mourn the loss of an integral part of the Chicago sailing community, it is the sincere goal that the positive changes resulting from this CYC inquiry will have a lasting and profound impact on the sport Jon Santarelli loved so dearly. TIMING CYC will issue a comprehensive report in January 2019. Media Inquiries: Laura Muma [email protected] +1 773.960.3960 S: laura.muma |
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27-Aug-18 - 07:59am Dear Mac Sailors,
Please consider joining Chicago Yacht Club on Saturday, September 8th for the Chicago Regatta, presented by Wintrust. The Chicago Regatta features six different events – all on the same day! We have a buoy race for Shields, Etchells, T-10s, Farr 40s, and J-70s, a distance race for all other offshore boats, a casual race for newer racers or those looking for a “friends and family experience,” an M-32 catamaran race, and a fun and exciting poker run for power boaters. And when everyone gets back to the dock at Monroe, we’ll enjoy racing in Dragon Force 65 remote-controlled sailboats. We have a fleet of over 100 DF65s at Chicago Yacht Club! All of these events are free to members and non-members alike. https://www.chicagoregatta.com/ The Chicago Regatta also has a charitable purpose – we are raising money for three different Chicago-area youth centered charities. The University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital, provides comprehensive and innovative medical care to children. SOS Children’s Villages Illinois is a nonprofit, child welfare agency that serves children in foster care and at-risk youth in communities surrounding its sites. And CYC’s own Chicago Yacht Foundation services to broaden the horizons of youth through instruction in after school programs, sailing scholarships, and sailing clinics. While all of the Chicago Regatta events are free of charge, we hope you will consider making a voluntary donation to one or more of our three charities. The Chicago Regatta is not just an on-water event. CYC has planned a fabulous blues-themed dock party at its Monroe Station after the event, complete with live music, great Chicago-style food, a silent auction, and awards presentation. This year, one of the silent auction items is a reserved slip for your use after the 111th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac. Last year’s Chicago Regatta party was a sellout, with more than 500 people in attendance. Don’t miss this year’s Chicago Regatta. Visit www.chicagoregatta.com to learn more about the event, sign up for the races and the party, and to donate to one or more of the Chicago Regatta charities. I hope to see you on September 8th! Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac |
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07-Aug-18 - 04:53pm Calling all crew and potential crew alike! Join us for an evening of camaraderie with those who share your passion for sailing.
Attendees will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with boat owners, share their contact info and learn from the best. Kevin, Mark and Ray Teborek, 2018 Chicago-Mackinac Trophy winners, aboard Challenger will present their experiences and strategy for the 2018 Mac. Perry Lewis of NorthSails will follow up with Heavy Weather Racing, what we learned and what we applied to the 2018 Mac.
There will be appetizers and a cash bar. Those who register by signing up correctly on Crew Finder and mark that they will attend this event will receive a free drink. All are welcome, from any boat and any Club. This is a free event! Members and non-members are welcome
Follow this link to register!: https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=v35EvtView&type=0&ID=3800443 |
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07-Aug-18 - 04:53pm Calling all crew and potential crew alike! Join us for an evening of camaraderie with those who share your passion for sailing.
Attendees will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with boat owners, share their contact info and learn from the best. Kevin, Mark and Ray Teborek, 2018 Chicago-Mackinac Trophy winners, aboard Challenger will present their experiences and strategy for the 2018 Mac. Perry Lewis of NorthSails will follow up with Heavy Weather Racing, what we learned and what we applied to the 2018 Mac.
There will be appetizers and a cash bar. Those who register by signing up correctly on Crew Finder and mark that they will attend this event will receive a free drink. All are welcome, from any boat and any Club. This is a free event! Members and non-members are welcome
Follow this link to register!: https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=v35EvtView&type=0&ID=3800443 |
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23-Jul-18 - 04:53pm **110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #14** Dear Competitors, Welcome to Mackinac Island and the finish line of the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac. Congratulations on completing a very challenging race. Tragically, within 30 minutes of the Turbo section start on Saturday, Imedi reported a Man Overboard incident over the radio. Immediately, the seven nearby competitors suspended racing and assisted in the search. Nearly 20 CYC, US Coast Guard, Chicago Fire Department and Chicago Police boat and three helicopters joined the effort. It was true sportsmanship to see such an immediate outpouring of support. Thank you to the crews aboard Arctos, Merlin, Caliente, Ocean, Arma, Denali 3, Alpha Puppy, and Nirvana. While we can’t change the result of losing our friend Jon Santarelli, we can come together to honor him with a moment of silence at the Awards Presentation tomorrow. We have an amazing community amongst fellow Mac Race sailors, and we appreciate your honoring Jon’s family, friends and crew during this time. To learn more, CYC Rear Commodore Nick Berberian hosted a comprehensive press conference with Chicago media that share the facts as we know them about the incident. The race website has and will continue to post updates related to Jon and the Race. https://abc7chicago.com/sailor-who-fell-overboard-in-lake-michigan-during-race-to-mackinac-remains-missing/3804322/ In honor of Jon and the Imedi team, please refrain from spreading unconfirmed narratives. We will continue to share any new information as it is available. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jon’s family, friends and the Imedi team. Sarah Renz Race Chairman 110th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com |
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14-Jul-18 - 04:14pm **110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #13** Dear Competitors, Best of luck to the Port Huron - Mac Sailors. In less than one week, the Warning Gun sounds for the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust. Thank you to all racers, volunteers, shore crew and club members for ensuring sailing tradition continues in America’s offshore challenge. It is time to complete your final crew list, finish race prep including Man Overboard drills, etc. and print boarding passes for registration. The dates and times for registration and Skippers Meetings are noted below and available on the race website. See below for three new awards associated with this years race! We hope to see you on the podium in 10 days. If you have any race related questions, please email [email protected] On behalf of the Mac Committee, it has been a pleasure organizing a race that impacts 300+ boats, 2,800 sailors from 16 countries, 39 states, and two cities, thousands of friends, family and race lovers, and over a century of racing on great Lake Michigan which has thwarted progress and competition for sailboat racing. Thank you for joining us this year and enjoy the ride!
Sarah Renz Race Chairman 110th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com **ARE YOU COMPLIANT & READY TO REGISTER?** Registration will be open Thursday, July 19th 12pm-7pm and Friday, July 20th 10am-4pm. Invited competitors must print and bring Boarding Passes for registration. Before you print your Boarding Pass, check that your boats “Pre-Race location” in your Entry Profile is accurate, all crew profiles complete, pre-race inspection completed (if applicable), and all other registration requirements. **2018 SAILING INSTRUCTIONS POSTED** http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/2018_CYCRTM_SI_FINAL.pdf **SAILOR SEND OFF PARTY - FRIDAY, JULY 20TH** Family and friends are welcome to the Friday evening event with drinks, music, and cheering on the Cruising Division! No rsvp required. https://www.facebook.com/events/444124245997473/ **GILL - TEAM ONE NEWPORT CREW GEAR** Martha, Matt & team will be at Chicago Yacht Club on Thursday, Friday and Saturday selling Mac gear. Quantities are limited - order ahead via the online store: http://www.team1newport.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Race-2018/products/1012/ **WIN YOUR SECTION & YOU MAY WIN A MOORINGS CHARTER!** As one of the world’s premier yacht charter vacation providers, The Moorings is proud to sponsor the 2018 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, and to support the Great Lakes sailing community. Join us at the Mackinac Sailor’s Party on July 24, where one lucky Regatta section winner will win a charter getaway in the world-famous British Virgin Islands, compliments of The Moorings. We invite you to learn more about the charter giveaway and start planning your next sailing vacation in paradise today. (Link to https://www.moorings.com/regattas-and-events/chicago-to-mackinac-race). **CALLING ALL YOUTH SAILORS** The 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac® and Harken Blockheads announce the 2018 First Blockhead to the Island Award. Sign-up for your free Harken Blockheads membership at www.HarkenBlockheads.com and let us know what boat you are racing on! If you’re already a Blockheads member, we’d like you to use the same form to submit your race info. The award for the fastest Blockhead will be presented at the July 24th party on Mackinac Island. **MARLOW AWARDS FULL KIT TO 110TH RACE FINISHER** Marlow is delighted to be rigging many of the CYC to Mac fleet including Windquest and Il Mostro through their Chicago based riggers and stockists, and to celebrate the 110th year of the CYC to Mac Race, Marlow is sponsoring the 110th finishing boat. The 110th boat (under 38 feet) to cross the finish line will win a full set of new Marlow cordage. The winner will be announced at the Tuesday Awards Celebration. **USE #CYCRTM FOR DISCOUNTED STAR LINE FERRY TICKETS** Discounted tickets one-way and round-trip are available with Star Line Ferry. Mention #CYCRTM18 to receive the race discount. The Ferry schedule is available online. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Starline%20Ferry%20Flyer.pdf **BUS BACK FROM MACKINAC** Tickets for the return bus from Mackinac after the race are now available for purchase. The Chicago Yacht Club has partnered with Odyssey Transportation to transport weary sailors from Mackinaw City to Chicago on Wednesday, July 25th. The motor coaches are comfortable, air conditioned and stocked with a supply of refreshments for your trip back to Chicago. Book your ticket before seats sell out. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspxp=.NETEventView&ID=3800648&qfilter=&type=0&ssid=277996&chgs= **PATRON SERVES UP MAC MARGARITAS** As a toast to The Chi, Patrón the Summer is dropping by the Chicago Yacht Club to serve up a margarita that has been particularly crafted for the CYC Race to Mackinac. In this margarita, bright citrus notes mix with Chicago-inspired chili spice and come together as a perfectly balanced cocktail fit for boat gazing. At Patrón, we like to call it the Tropical Fresno Margarita.To learn more about the sips, the race, or anything else about the day, simply visit: PatrontheSummer.com **BARTON & GRAY JOINS THE FLEET** Barton & Gray Mariners Club is proud to sponsor the 110th Chicago Mackinac Race. Barton & Gray offers its Members unlimited access to a private fleet of Hinckley Yachts along the East Coast & Great Lakes, including downtown Chicago. Visit bartonandgray.com to learn more. **SAFETY PODCASTS & RACE UPDATES** Learn how Section Breaks happen, Prep for Pre-Race Inspection, or listen to SafetyCast podcasts on your way to work! http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/news/ http://www.sailingsafetycast.com/ **2018 KEY DATES** July 19 (12pm-7pm) – Race registration open at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 19 (6:30pm) - Warning Gun Party at CYC Monroe Station @6:30pm [Sold out] July 20 - Cruising Division Skippers Meeting @9am July 20 (10am-4pm) - Race registration open at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 20 - Racing Division Skipper’s Meeting @5pm July 20 - Sailors Send Off Party @7pm - https://www.facebook.com/events/444124245997473/ July 21 – Racing Division starts July 21 - Ashore Thing Parade of Boats @10am on Navy Pier July 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel @5:30pm [sold out] July 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party at The Grand Hotel @2pmET **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/sponsorship/ Thank you to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Taittinger, West Marine, Harken, Gill, Mount Gay Rum, Team One Newport, Star Line, Barton & Gray, Sunology, Patron, Pantaenius, The Moorings, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Heineken, Nautic-On, US Sailing, Yeti, Hyatt Chicago, Mission Point Resort and The Grand Hotel. |
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12-Jul-18 - 09:53am **110TH CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #12** Letter from Chief Inspector, Chris Thomas: If your boat has been selected for a pre-race inspection and your boat will arrive in Chicago during the week of the race it is very important that you have all of the required safety equipment as per the 2018 Chicago Mackinac Safety Requirements on board for your inspection, as it will be very difficult to acquire some of the equipment that close to the race if you do not have it for your inspection. Below is a list of the most common reasons that boats fail their pre-race inspection: 1 The two Parachute flares and the four handheld flares are not SOLAS flares. All of the flares must be SOLAS flares. If you have the white Orion flares, these are not SOLAS flares and you will fail the pre-race inspection. SOLAS will be printed somewhere on the flare itself if it is SOLAS approved. Check expiration dates! 2 Missing MMSI number(s) programmed into the Permanent or Handheld VHF radios. Make sure that you have a valid MMSI number for both your permanent ship’s VHF radio and your waterproof handheld VHF radio, and that both MMSI numbers are registered. You can have the same MMSI number for both radios or different MMSI numbers. The Mac race inspectors will ask you to turn on your radios and check that the MMSI number displayed on the radio is the same number that you provided when you registered for the race. 3 EPIRB or Floating Personal Locator Beacon is not properly registered and onboard the boat. Ensure that you have an EPIRB or a floating Personal Locator Beacon that is properly registered and is on the boat for the inspection. Make sure the battery is within the expiration date. If your boat fails the pre-race inspection you will not be able to complete the boat registration on Thursday July 19th and Friday July 20th until you provide your inspector with verification of the correction of any required missing items. For additional questions refer to the reference below or contact Chief Inspector at [email protected] **RACE DOCUMENT REFERENCE** To review the safety regulations, click on the link for requirements, checklists and more: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ **HARKEN TECH TEAM SERVICE** You’ve invested a lot; don’t let a gear failure ruin everything. Schedule world-class service with the @Harken Tech Team before this year’s Race to Mackinac. The Harken team and trailer will be onsite 7/17-7/21 at Monroe Station, providing walk-up support and making house calls to boats with appointments. Sign up now! #CYCRTM Http://www.harken.com/Chicago-mackinac-service **WEST MARINE** We are thrilled to welcome West Marine as a partner for this year’s Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac. The West Marine Rigging Trailer will be on site throughout the duration of the event to help racers with their racing needs. A free shuttle to the Chicago Store will also be available. The pickup/drop-off location will be at CYC Monroe Thursday – Saturday. At the store, find everything you need for the boating season, plus enter for a chance to win sweet prizes! #westmarine https://bit.ly/2IBOxkv Check out West Marine's price match guarantee for all your racing needs: https://www.westmarine.com/CustomerService/Price-Policy **MARLOW ROPES** Marlow Ropes have over 200 years of technical knowledge and experience in designing and manufacturing high performance ropes for key applications at the cutting edge of the yachting industry, working with competitive race teams including Ineos Team GB & the US & GB Sailing teams. Find out more about their involvement with the Mac Race & the high performance cruiser/racer upgrades available to you at your local Rigger or Marlow stockist. #riggedbymarlow, #technicallybetter www.marlowropes.com Link here: https://www.marlowropes.com/tech-talk-doublebraid-d2-high-performing-upgrade **PANTAENIUS** Pantaenius America, Ltd. is part of the Pantaenius Group, which is family-owned and operated worldwide, and boasts 50 years of experience providing insurance solutions for yacht owners. We insure sailing and motor yachts 27’ and over. The Pantaenius America Yacht Policy offers the most comprehensive coverage on the market. We are licensed in all 50 states and have five offices in the U.S. Our navigational limits are extremely broad, and we welcome not only the coastal enthusiast but also the circumnavigator. At Pantaenius, you speak to insurance experts who understand your needs. 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04-Jul-18 - 01:13pm **110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #11** Dear Competitors, Only 15 days until the Warning Gun sounds for the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust. We have enjoyed working with every one of the 306 entries in preparing for the Race. We are calling for more boats to dock at Mac City and St. Ignace. As noted in our last update, the Mackinac Island water report notes the water level is up approximately 6 inches. The water is now obscuring numerous pilings under water that were visible to boaters in previous races. Docking on Mac Island has caused damage to boats in the past and competitors assume 100% responsibility for docking and any damage incurred. If not enough boats volunteer to dock safely off island by July 7th, we will select and notify boats receiving new marina assignments. Please notify [email protected] of your request to change; volunteers will be rewarded! As we all move into high gear, our communication will increase on the website. Please tune in for updates - http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/. The Sailing Instructions are posted - see below for more Race Information. Wishing you and your family a safe and happy 4th of July - on the water! Sarah Renz Race Chairman 110th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com **2018 SAILING INSTRUCTIONS POSTED** http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/2018_CYCRTM_SI_FINAL.pdf **RACE PREPARATIONS** Please consider docking off island while slips are available. Email [email protected] or log in to your profile and update docking preference: See link to download the Crew Overboard Recovery Drill Certificate. http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/assets/1/7/CYCRTM_COB_Certificate.pdf **PRE-RACE INSPECTIONS** If your boat has been selected for pre-race inspection, an inspector will be reaching out to you shortly to schedule your inspection. Due to the number of new boats participating from out of town that will be inspected Mac Week in Chicago, we request local boats plan to be inspected before July 14th. **SAILOR SEND OFF PARTY - FRIDAY, JULY 20TH** Family and friends are welcome to the Friday evening event with drinks, music, and cheering on the Cruising Division! No rsvp required. https://www.facebook.com/events/444124245997473/ **GILL - TEAM ONE NEWPORT CREW GEAR** Martha, Matt & team will be at Chicago Yacht Club on Thursday, Friday and Saturday selling Mac gear. Quantities are limited - order ahead via the online store: http://www.team1newport.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Race-2018/products/1012/ **CALLING ALL YOUTH SAILORS** The 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac® and Harken Blockheads announce the 2018 First Blockhead to the Island Award. Sign-up for your free Harken Blockheads membership at www.HarkenBlockheads.com and let us know what boat you are racing on! If you’re already a Blockheads member, we’d like you to use the same form to submit your race info. The award for the fastest Blockhead will be presented at the July 24th party on Mackinac Island. **STAR LINE FERRY DISCOUNTED RATES** Discounted tickets one-way and round-trip are available with Star Line Ferry. Mention #CYCRTM18 to receive the race discount. The Ferry schedule is available online. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Starline%20Ferry%20Flyer.pdf **BUS BACK FROM MACKINAC** Tickets for the return bus from Mackinac after the race are now available for purchase. The Chicago Yacht Club has partnered with Odyssey Transportation to transport weary sailors from Mackinaw City to Chicago on Wednesday, July 25th. The motor coaches are comfortable, air conditioned and stocked with a supply of refreshments for your trip back to Chicago. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspxp=.NETEventView&ID=3800648&qfilter=&type=0&ssid=277996&chgs= **BARTON & GRAY JOINS THE FLEET** Barton & Gray Mariners Club is proud to sponsor the 110th Chicago Mackinac Race. Barton & Gray offers its Members unlimited access to a private fleet of Hinckley Yachts along the East Coast & Great Lakes, including downtown Chicago. Visit bartonandgray.com to learn more. **SAFETY PODCASTS & RACE UPDATES** Learn how Section Breaks happen, Prep for Pre-Race Inspection, or listen to SafetyCast podcasts on your way to work! http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/news/ http://www.sailingsafetycast.com/ **2018 KEY DATES** July 14 - Bayview Mackinac Race http://www.bycmack.com/ July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 19 - Warning Gun Party at CYC Monroe Station @6:30pm [skipper invitational - space is limited - RSVP @[email protected]] July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 20 - Sailors Send Off Party @7pm - https://www.facebook.com/events/444124245997473/ July 21 – Racing Division starts July 21 - Ashore Thing Parade of Boats @10am on Navy Pier July 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel @5:30pm [sold out] July 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party at The Grand Hotel @2pm July 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/sponsorship/ Thank you to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Taittinger, West Marine, Harken, Gill, Mount Gay Rum, Team One Newport, Star Line, Barton & Gray, Sunology, Patron, Pantaenius, The Moorings, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Heineken, Nautic-On, US Sailing, Yeti, Hyatt Chicago, Mission Point Resort and The Grand Hotel. |
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22-Jun-18 - 06:57pm **110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #10** Dear Competitors, In one month’s time, we will be racing the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust. As of June 15th registration is closed. Thank you to all that were able to complete registration by June 1st. If you have friends and family interested in attending the Porch Party - please see the invitation below. Also, reserve your ticket for the Bus Back while available. The Mackinac Island water report notes the water level is up five inches - a good match for the large number of big boats participating this year. As always docking is tight therefore update your boat profile if you choose to dock off island. If you have been selected for pre-race inspection, please read the note below. Thank you for joining us in July. Sarah Renz Race Chairman 110th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com **PORCH PARTY AT THE GRAND HOTEL** The Porch Party is one of the most anticipated afternoons for friends, families and volunteers who are on the island awaiting the racers to cross the finish line. Join us on the longest hotel porch in the country to toast the race, its many supporters, the Grand Hotel, and our sponsors. Dresses are preferred, and hats are encouraged for women.Please pass along the Porch Party invitation below to your friends and family joining us on the Island. To support the Island, a portion of the ticket sales will be donated to the Mackinac Island Medical Center as we always appreciate their support. Click on the link below to register for the Porch Party. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Porch%20Party%20Invitation.pdf **PRE-RACE INSPECTIONS** If your boat has been selected for pre-race inspection, an inspector will be reaching out to you shortly to schedule your inspection. Due to the number of new boats participating from out of town that will be inspected Mac Week in Chicago, we request local boats plan to be inspected before July 14th. Thank you in advance. **STAR LINE FERRY DISCOUNTED RATES** Discounted tickets one-way and round-trip are available with Star Line Ferry. Mention #CYCRTM18 to receive the race discount. The Ferry schedule is available online. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Starline%20Ferry%20Flyer.pdf **BUS BACK FROM MACKINAC** Tickets for the return bus from Mackinac after the race are now available for purchase. The Chicago Yacht Club has partnered with Odyssey Transportation to transport weary sailors from Mackinaw City to Chicago on Wednesday, July 25th. The motor coaches are comfortable, air conditioned and stocked with a supply of refreshments for your trip back to Chicago. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=.NETEventView&ID=3800648&qfilter=&type=0&ssid=277996&chgs= **RACE STORIES & UPDATES** Follow race news on the race website and social media feeds. Updates on race tracking for this years race below. http://bit.ly/2Kb9hkM **2018 KEY DATES** July 14 - Bayview Mackinac Race http://www.bycmack.com/ July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 19 - Warning Gun Party @ Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts July 21 - Ashore Thing Parade of Boats @ Navy Pier July 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel July 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party @ The Grand Hotel July 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club - https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/ **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Thank you to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Taittinger, West Marine, Harken, Gill, Mount Gay Run, Team One Newport, Star Line, Barton & Gray, Sunology, Patron, Pantaenius, The Moorings, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Heineken, Nautic-On, US Sailing, Hyatt Chicago, Mission Point Resort and The Grand Hotel. |
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21-Jun-18 - 03:00pm **110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #9** Dear Mac Race Skippers, In one month’s time, Chicago Yacht Club will be firing off the warning gun for the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust. Thank you for completing registration and we welcome skippers (+1 guest) to join us for the Warning Gun Party on Thursday, July 19th. If you are interested in attending, RSVP as the event sells out quickly as space is limited. Click on the link below for information about the Warning Gun Party: https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Warning%20Gun%20Invitation.pdf The Porch Party is one of the most anticipated afternoons for friends, families and volunteers who are on the island awaiting the racers to cross the finish line. Join us on the longest hotel porch in the country to toast the race, its many supporters, the Grand Hotel, and our sponsors. Dresses are preferred, and hats are encouraged for women.Please pass along the Porch Party invitation below to your friends and family joining us on the Island. To support the Island, a portion of the ticket sales will be donated to the Mackinac Island Medical Facility as we always appreciate their support. Click on the link below to register for the porch party. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Porch%20Party%20Invitation.pdf Thank you for joining us in July. Sarah Renz Race Chairman 110th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com **PRE-RACE INSPECTIONS** If your boat has been selected for pre-race inspection, an inspector will be reaching out to you shortly to schedule your inspection. Due to the number of new boats participating from out of town that will be inspected Mac Week in Chicago, we request local boats plan to be inspected before July 14th. Thank you in advance. **STAR LINE FERRY DISCOUNTED RATES** Discounted tickets one-way and round-trip are available with Star Line Ferry. Mention #CYCRTM18 to receive the race discount. The Ferry schedule is available online. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/files/2018-Starline%20Ferry%20Flyer.pdf **BUS BACK FROM MACKINAC** Tickets for the return bus from Mackinac after the race are now available for purchase. The Chicago Yacht Club has partnered with Odyssey Transportation to transport weary sailors from Mackinaw City to Chicago on Wednesday, July 25th. The motor coaches are comfortable, air conditioned and stocked with a supply of refreshments for your trip back to Chicago. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=.NETEventView&ID=3800648&qfilter=&type=0&ssid=277996&chgs= **2018 KEY DATES** June 15 - Late Entry Deadline (2359 CDT) July 14 - Bayview Mackinac Race http://www.bycmack.com/ July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 19 - Warning Gun Party @ Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts July 21 - Ashore Thing Parade of Boats @ Navy Pier July 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel July 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party @ The Grand Hotel July 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club - https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/ **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Thank you to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Taittinger, West Marine, Harken, Gill, Mount Gay Run, Team One Newport, Star Line, Barton & Gray, Sunology, Patron, Pantaenius, The Moorings, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Heineken, Nautic-On, US Sailing, Hyatt Chicago, Mission Point Resort and The Grand Hotel. |
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10-Jun-18 - 10:51pm
**110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #8** Only 5 days remaining to complete your registration for the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac. June 15th is the deadline for race registration. Thank you for joining us for America's Favorite Offshore Race! Please log in to check you are set to race. Quick check list is noted below. Preliminary section breaks are posted as well as a shout out to water-loving organizations supporting the Race. If you have any questions, let us know by emailing [email protected] Next week we will share information about the Mac Back bus. Reservations for social events, such as the Porch Party and Warning Gun Party, will be coming soon. Visit the race website for the schedule. Best of luck to all racers gearing up the the Newport Bermuda Race. Wishing you a safe race and look forward to seeing you in Chicago next month! http://bermudarace.com/news/ Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac www.cycracetomackinac.com **LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION - JUNE 15TH** Be sure to have all items noted is Section 5 of the NOR completed by June 15th to compete in this years race. Log in to ensure you’re ready to go. Quick hit list: 1. Complete Preliminary Crew List 2. Accept the Tracking Agreement 3. Upload a Handicap Certificate 4. Pay the Entry Fee 5. Enter Handheld MMSI 6. Enter Fixed VHF MMSI **PRELIMINARY SECTION BREAKS** Section breaks will be updated - preliminary breaks are posted. http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/entries.cfm **STAR LINE FERRY** For all race supporters, Star Line Ferry is offering its round trip ferry discount for online purchase. Please use the promo code CYCRTM18. New this year, mention CYCRTM18 at the Island Star Line ticket office to receive a discounted one way ticket off the island in July! **GEAR UP** It's been a cold season so far. Who knows what the weather will bring!! The 2018 Mac Gear store is open and available. Gill & Team One Newport will customize gear for your crew with orders. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the store, call Team One Newport directly 401-847-4327. http://www.team1newport.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Race-2018/products/1012/ Check out the Limited Edition Mac Race hat - Custom team embroidery is an option. http://www.team1newport.com/THE-110TH-LIMITED-EDITION-MAC-HAT/productinfo/CMR18110/ **2018 KEY DATES** June 15 - Late Entry Deadline (2359 CDT) July 14 - Bayview Mackinac Race http://www.bycmack.com/ July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 19 - Warning Gun Party @ Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts July 21 - Ashore Thing Parade of Boats @ Navy Pier July 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel July 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party @ The Grand Hotel July 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club - https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/ **RACE HOTEL PARTNERS** Hyatt Regency on Michigan Avenue is offering a competitors rate of $169/night during Mac Week. Please call the hotel directly for reservations and mention "Race to Mac" room block for the discount - 312-239-4539. The Grand Hotel and Mission Point have limited availability and welcome all Mac Racers to make reservations for a hot (or cold) shower and a warm bed. Thank you for supporting our race sponsors. **LOOKING FOR BOAT OR CREW?** All crew lists are not yet complete. The talent level of sailors is excellent on the CYC Crewfinder. If you are looking for a +1, click on the link below. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=crewfinder&ssid=319174&NS=TRUE **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Yes! We have more race supporters this year!! Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Taittinger, West Marine, Harken, Gill, Mount Gay Run, Team One Newport, Star Line, Barton & Gray, Sunology, Patron, Pantaenius, The Moorings, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Heineken, Nautic-On, US Sailing, Hyatt Chicago, Mission Point Resort and The Grand Hotel. |
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22-May-18 - 01:04pm
**110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #7** To date, 307 boats will meet on the starting line for the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac. We are sending a very warm welcome to all and ask that you read carefully to ensure you have all required elements of registration by the entry deadline of June 1st. Thank you for joining us for America's Favorite Offshore Race! Please note, our entry system may have inadvertently informed some competitors that their Entry Profile was complete, when in fact it was missing the required MMSI for the handheld DSC/GPS enabled VHF radio. Please be sure to log in to the Mac entry system and double check that all required items are complete by the Entry Deadline of 2359 CDT, June 1. The Mac Committee anticipates 23 section starts this year. Hats off to our Race Committee & On The Water team for their preparation and time! To see who is joining us, visit the race site where you can click on "design" to see where your class matches up: http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/entries.cfm As always, if you have any questions, let us know by emailing [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac **ENTRY FEE DEADLINE - JUNE 1ST** Currently, there are 118 boats who have not completed the requirements to complete registration. With only 9 days to go until the 2359 CDT June 1, 2018 Entry Deadline, be sure to check your online registration. The late fee will be applied automatically. Here are the most common missing items: 1. Complete Preliminary Crew List 2. Accept the Tracking Agreement 3. Upload a Handicap Certificate 4. Pay the Entry Fee 5. Enter Handheld MMSI 6. Enter Fixed VHF MMSI **ORR CERTIFICATE RENEWALS** US Sailing has sent renewal notices to all holders of 2017 ORR certificates. Competitors can also log in at https://ucs.ussailing.org to renew your certificate or contact the US Offshore Office at [email protected], 401-342-7950. Remember – US Sailing administers many rating rules. For monohulls, the Mac uses the Offshore Racing Rule (ORR) so be sure you are inquiring about the correct rating rule. See additional information below. **DOCKING REQUESTS** Docking on the Island is limited. Consider planning ahead and make your reservations at Mac City or St. Ignace. With discounted ferry tickets, docking off island is an excellent idea! http://mackinawcity.org/Departments/Marina.aspx - 231-436-5351 http://stignacemarina.com/ - 906-643-8131 **STAR LINE FERRY** For all race supporters, Star Line Ferry is offering its round trip ferry discount for online purchase. Please use the promo code CYCRTM18. New this year, mention CYCRTM18 at the Island Star Line ticket office to receive a discounted one way ticket off the island in July! **110TH LIMITED EDITION MAC HAT** Check out the Limited Edition Mac Race hat - availability and pricing is exclusive to registered racers. Custom team embroidery is an option. http://www.team1newport.com/THE-110TH-LIMITED-EDITION-MAC-HAT/productinfo/CMR18110/ The 2018 Mac Gear store is open and available. Gill & Team One Newport will customize gear for your crew with orders by June 1st. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the store, call Team One Newport directly 401-847-4327. http://www.team1newport.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Race-2018/products/1012/ **2018 KEY DATES** June 1 – Entry Deadline (2359 CDT) June 2-15 – Late Entry Fee (+$500 fee) June 15 - Late Entry Deadline (2359 CDT) July 14 - Bayview Mackinac Race http://www.bycmack.com/ July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts June 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel June 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party - The Grand Hotel June 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club (space is limited) https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/ **CHICAGO HOTEL PARTNER** Hyatt Regency on Michigan Avenue is offering a competitors rate of $169/night during Mac Week. Please call the hotel directly for reservations and mention "Race to Mac" room block for the discount - 312-239-4539. **LOOKING FOR BOAT OR CREW?** The talent level of sailors is excellent on the CYC Crewfinder. If you are looking for a +1, click on the link below. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=crewfinder&ssid=319174&NS=TRUE **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Gill, Team One Newport, Star Line, Sunology, Mount Gay Rum, Hyatt, Pantaenius, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Nautic-On, Harken and The Grand Hotel. **ORR CERTIFICATES, CONTINUED** Information on ORR can be found at https://offshoreracingrule.org/, the website of the Offshore Racing Association that owns the rule (US Sailing administers the rule for them). All owners should be familiar with the ORR rulebook, available for free download from the link at https://offshoreracingrule.org/. ORR is updated every year, so you may see some subtle changes in your rating even if you didn’t make changes your boat. Some of the changes in 2018 include: 1. Large Roach Headsails now permitted 2. Mainsail Area measurements are now more refined and accurate to account for "Fathead Main Area” 3. Added new Headsail Area definitions 4. Changed language to clarify spinnaker types and pole use 5. Changed Measurement Inventory defaults 6. Updates to the underlying VPP with the use of FlowLogic For more information related to the Mac Race, http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/getting-the-most-out-of-your-orr-rating-for-the-upcoming-2018-cyc-mac-race/ and visit the ORR site for more information at https://offshoreracingrule.org/. Once again, the Mac is part of the ORR Offshore Championship Series for the Great Lakes. For more information, see the Notice of Race at https://offshoreracingrule.org/ |
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29-Mar-18 - 04:52pm Dear Chicago Mac Racing Family, March Madness takes over the sailing world thanks to U.S. Sailing’s “Greatest American Sailing Regatta” showdown poll. And everyone who loves the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac can vote right now to make sure the Mac wins the accolades it deserves. In the competition, the CYC Race to Mackinac has overwhelmingly beaten out two prominent national events: the Transpacific Yacht Race and the New York Yacht Club’s Annual Regatta. We are now in the Final Four!! Help the momentum continue in the online voting to decide the country’s best sailing race in a head-to-head format. This week, Chicago’s crown jewel of sailing is pitted against the Annapolis NOOD, and we need you, a proud competitor, to make sure the world knows what anyone who’s sailed it believes in their heart of hearts: The CYC Race to Mackinac is the best racing anywhere! Vote by March 30th to take our great race to the Final round: https://brackify.com/bracket/7736/Greatest-American-Sailing-Regatta Please share this note with your sailing friends and families! The overall winner will be announced on April 3rd. Thank you for joining in on the fun, and supporting the Race on and off the water! Sarah Renz Race Chairman 110th CYC Race to Mackinac |
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24-Mar-18 - 05:40am **110th CYCRTM RACE UPDATE #5** Over 255 teams are registered before the early entry deadline! We are ecstatic to know the love and tradition of the CYC Race to Mackinac is widespread and growing! Just a few quick reminders to review the safety regulations in the "race documents" section, renew your ORR certificate this month, and check in with your fleet to register by April 1st if considering one-design or to save on registration. Thank you for joining us for the 110th edition and a very warm welcome to many new faces. To see who is joining us, visit the race site where you can click on "design" to see where your class matches up: http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/entries.cfm The Mac Store is open - Gill and Team1Newport would love to customize your fresh gear in advance of the season. The Limited edition sailor hat is generously discounted and available until only until mid-May. As always, if you have any questions, let us know by emailing [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac
**APRIL 1ST ONE-DESIGN SECTION - DIVISION FORMATION DEADLINE** All classes requesting a one-design section must submit a request by April 1st. Be sure your class has sufficient boats registered to be considered for a one-design section. Division formation for the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac will begin based on entries as of April 1st. **EARLY BIRD ENTRY FEE DEADLINE - APRIL 1ST** Please remind friends and family that the $2/ft discount will no longer be applied to Mac Race entries after April 1st. The entry deadline (without late fee) is June 1st. Be sure to submit all necessary documents by this time to be considered entered. **ORR CERTIFICATE RENEWALS** US Sailing has sent renewal notices to all holders of 2017 ORR certificates. You should have received this renewal notice via email. If you did not get it, check your spam folder. You can also log in at https://ucs.ussailing.org to renew your certificate. If you have any questions on ORR or certificate renewals, please contact the US Offshore Office at [email protected], 401-342-7950. Remember – US Sailing administers many rating rules. For monohulls, the Mac uses the Offshore Racing Rule (ORR) so be sure you are inquiring about the correct rating rule. **MORE ABOUT ORR CERTIFICATES** If you do not have an ORR certificate, now is the time to do so. ORR Certificates must be uploaded via your Entry Profile prior to the Entry Deadline (2359 hrs CDT, June 1, 2018) to avoid a Late Entry Fee. Information on ORR can be found at https://offshoreracingrule.org/, the website of the Offshore Racing Association that owns the rule (US Sailing administers the rule for them). All owners should be familiar with the ORR rulebook, available for free download from the link at https://offshoreracingrule.org/. ORR is updated every year, so you may see some subtle changes in your rating even if you didn’t make changes your boat. Some of the changes in 2018 include: 1. Large Roach Headsails now permitted 2. Mainsail Area measurements are now more refined and accurate to account for "Fathead Main Area" 3. Added new Headsail Area definitions 4. Changed language to clarify spinnaker types and pole use 5. Changed Measurement Inventory defaults 6. Updates to the underlying VPP with the use of FlowLogic For more information related to the Mac Race, http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/getting-the-most-out-of-your-orr-rating-for-the-upcoming-2018-cyc-mac-race/ and visit the ORR site for more information at https://offshoreracingrule.org/. Once again, the Mac is part of the ORR Offshore Championship Series for the Great Lakes. For more information, see the Notice of Race at https://offshoreracingrule.org/ **110TH LIMITED EDITION MAC HAT** Only available to race participants from now until May 15th, check out the Limited Edition hat celebrating the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac. Availability and pricing is exclusive to registered racers. Custom team embroidery is an option. http://www.team1newport.com/THE-110TH-LIMITED-EDITION-MAC-HAT/productinfo/CMR18110/ The 2018 Mac Gear store is open and available. Gill & Team One Newport will customize gear for your crew with orders by June 1st. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the store, call Team One Newport directly 401.847.4327. http://www.team1newport.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Race-2018/products/1012/ **STAR LINE FERRY** For all race supporters, Star Line Ferry is offering its round trip ferry discount for online purchase. Please use the promo code CYCRTM18. New this year, mention CYCRTM18 at the Island Star Line ticket office to receive a discounted one way ticket off the island in July! **2018 KEY DATES** April 1 – Early Bird Entry Fee Price Deadline; One-Design Section Request & Division Deadline April 7, 8 – Safety at Sea Seminar at Chicago Yacht Club (Saturday slots open): https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ April 14-15 - Chicago First Aid with CPD: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ June 1 – Entry Deadline (2359 CDT) June 2-15 – Late Entry Fee (+$500 fee) June 15 - Late Entry Deadline (2359 CDT) July 14 - Bayview Mackinac Race http://www.bycmack.com/ July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts June 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel June 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party - The Grand Hotel June 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club (space is limited) https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/ **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! 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03-Mar-18 - 12:20pm **CYCRTM RACE UPDATE** Thank you for sharing your Mac story when initiating your registration for the 110th CYC Race to Mac. With 219 invitations extended to boats from Wisconsin to Virginia, it’s a pleasure adding color and history to your name. Many of you are old goats sailing with old goats for combined Mac experience of 130+ years! Over 20 boats are sailing with family, others celebrating 50th birthdays, racing in honor of crew no longer aboard, or husband and wives racing together 25 times up to the Island. Special recognition to the ships that bring us safely to the Island especially long-time participants like Cahoots sailing her 38th, Rainbows Ends sailing her 36th, and Chamade sailing from Chicago to Mackinac this year for her 51st time!
What is also impressive is the breadth of experience that you and your crew bring to the CYC Race to Mac this year – numerous Great Loop cruisers to offshore alum from the Transpac, Volvo Ocean Race and Newport to Bermuda. We all can agree that safety is most important – please push your fleet members to participate in Safety at Sea (SAS) and First Aid. Additional information on SAS, Sunday’s Crew Finder event at CYC, Race Management intros, Island hotel rate information, Mac Gear, and Safety Regulation updates can be found below. Remember that April 1st is the early bird entry deadline and last chance to request a one-design section for your class! Let us know if you have any race and safety regulation related questions by emailing [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac **MMSI UPDATE** Skippers – We want to draw your attention to a significant change implemented with the 2018 Chicago Mackinac Safety Regulations. Effective this year, each boat is required by CMSR 3.8.2 to “…have a watertight handheld VHF radio or handheld VHF radio with waterproof cover. The radio shall have DSC/GPS capability with an MMSI number properly registered to the vessel.” This was previously a “recommendation”. We recommend you act now to both procure a compliant radio (if you have not already done so) and obtain an appropriate Marine Mobile Service Identify (MMSI) number. For more information on why we made this change and how to obtain a MMSI number, please see this article on the Mac website (http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/new-requirement-for-handheld-dscgps-vhf-radio/). ** CREW FINDER MEET, GREET & LEARN** Sunday, March 4th at Monroe Station from 1-5 p.m. Complementary appetizers and cash bar during the event. Everyone is welcome, from any Club, on any boat or any body who wants to sail! The whole point is to put crew and potential crew, beginners to advanced, together with boat owners to exchange information and then enjoy a one- hour presentation on Heavy Weather Racing by Perry Lewis of North Sails. This is open to all. Please invite anyone you know who may want to sail and who may need to find a boat to sail on. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=crewfinder&ssid=319174 **RACE MANAGEMENT INTRODUCTIONS** Meet Principal Race Officer, Olof Andersson and Deputy Race Officer, Alina Dix, who will be leading the 45 person volunteer race committee team for the 2018 CYC Race to Mackinac. Olof and Alina are just returning to Chicago from participating in the winter sailing circuit in Florida and California, including the World Sailing World Cup in Miami and St. Petersburg NOOD. Olof is serving his second year as PRO. Alina is serving her first as DRO after serving as Jury Secretary and participated as a competitor. Please join us is sharing our appreciation for Olof, Alina and the excellent CYC Race Committee for their time and leadership on and off the water. **SAFETY AT SEA** Safety at Sea training is strongly recommended by the Mac Committee for Mac sailors. Although numerous classes are offered in the Chicago area this spring, they are rapidly selling out. The course at Chicago Yacht Club in April is sold out; Columbia is offering a one-day Offshore seminar on March 10 that is almost at capacity. Jackson Park Yacht Club is offering a one-day Offshore and Two-Day International Offshore with Hands On Training March 24 and 25 which still have availability, but we urge you to sign up quickly. The JPYC class is likely your best remaining option for training in the Chicago area this spring. Visit http://jacksonparkyachtclub.org/safetyatsea.html for information on the JPYC offerings, or http://www.ussailing.org/education/safety-at-sea/find-a-seminar-near-you/ to find other offerings across the country. **110TH LIMITED EDITION MAC HAT** Only available to race participants from now until May 15th, check out the Limited Edition hat celebrating the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac. Availability and pricing is exclusive to registered racers. Custom team embroidery is an option. http://www.team1newport.com/THE-110TH-LIMITED-EDITION-MAC-HAT/productinfo/CMR18110/ The 2018 Mac Gear store is open and available. Gill & Team One Newport will customize gear for your crew with orders by June 1st. If you can’t find what you’re looking for in the store, call Team One Newport directly 401.847.4327. http://www.team1newport.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Race-2018/products/1012/ **WHERE TO STAY ON THE ISLAND** The Grand Hotel offers a special Chicago Yacht Club Mac Race rate of $369 per room/night + tax. This includes breakfast each morning for all the guests in the room. The Grand Hotel is a proud sponsor of the race and host to The Porch Party on Sunday, and Awards Party on Tuesday. To make reservations before the hotel fills up, call (800) 334-7263. Also consider family friendly Mission Point Resort with Mac week rates starting at $279/night with more than 80 two-bedroom suites. Don't forget to check out the new spa and the new wine bar. Crew dinners available. Call 800.847.3000 to make your reservation today or book direct at www.missionpoint.com. **2018 KEY DATES** April 1 – Early Bird Entry Fee Price Deadline; One-Design Section Request Deadline April 7, 8 – Safety at Sea Seminar at Chicago Yacht Club: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ April 14-15 - Chicago First Aid with CPD: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ June 1 – Entry Deadline for all Competitors June 1-15 – Late Entry Fee; Entry Deadline (+$500 fee) July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts June 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel June 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party - The Grand Hotel June 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club (space is limited) https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/
**2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Gill, Team One Newport, Star Line, Sunology, Mount Gay Rum, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Harken and The Grand Hotel.
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14-Feb-18 - 11:41pm
**CYCRTM RACE UPDATE** Welcome to the 174 teams registered for the 2018 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust, and a very warm thank you to the 10 teams currently in the invitation process. To find out more about the Yacht Club Challenge, 110th Limited Edition Mac Hat, Chicago Fire First Aid Course, Safety at Sea Options, Meet Your Mate, Key Dates and more, see below. If you have any race related questions, please reach out to [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you! Best regards, Sarah Renz Chair - 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac **YACHT CLUB CHALLENGE** 10 Yacht Clubs are currently registered for the 2018 Yacht Club Challenge. Any Club with five or more entrants is automatically entered and the winner is determined by a formula based on how well its entrants did in their respective divisions of the Race. The following Clubs will need additional teams to register for consideration in the Yacht Club Challenge: Bay City Yacht Club, Buffalo Yacht Club, Charlevoix Yacht Club, Crescent Sail Yacht Club, Detroit Yacht Club, Fort Worth Boat Club, Grand Traverse Yacht Club, Grosse Pointe Sail Club, Herrington Harbour Sailing Association, Little Traverse Yacht Club, Hampton Yacht Club, Jackson Park Yacht Club, Joseph Conrad Yacht Club, Marquette Yacht Club, Michigan City Yacht Club, Midwest Open Racing Fleet, Port Huron Yacht Club, Port Washington Yacht Club, South Haven Yacht Club, South Port Marina, Anchorage Yacht Club, Waukegan Yacht Club, Wayzata Yacht Club, and White Lake Yacht Club. **110TH LIMITED EDITION MAC HAT** Only available to race participants from now until May 15th, check out the Limited Edition hat celebrating the 110th CYC Race to Mackinac. Availability and pricing is special to registered racers. Custom team embroidery is an option. http://www.team1newport.com/THE-110TH-LIMITED-EDITION-MAC-HAT/productinfo/CMR18110/ **CMSR CHANGES** Don't forget to tune into the Safety Regulation updates as you're prepping the boat this month - http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ **FIRST AID** New Offering: Chicago First Aid course on April 14 -15, taught by the Chicago Fire Department on-the-water training team, will make sure you are ready to handle most situations encountered in distance racing. Participants will go beyond the basics of First Aid and CPR to learn advanced safety techniques, first aid equipment, and proper life-saving procedures. Cost: $125/person https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ https://www.facebook.com/events/403046360145644/ **SAFETY AT SEA** Please be sure you are taking advantage of the numerous Safety at Sea sessions offered in your area to prepare for your inshore and offshore boating season. If your Club is not offering a seminar, or it has sold out, reference http://www.ussailing.org/education/safety-at-sea/ for excellent opportunities this Spring. **CREWFINDER: MEET YOUR MATE** Finding the right person can make all the difference, on and off the water. If you’re a skipper or crew looking, join sailors from all over the country on March 4th, 1-5pm at CYC Monroe Station to learn about Heavy Weather Racing. Add yourself to the online CREWFINDER and make a match for the season. RSVP (312) 861-7777. https://www.chicagoyachtclub.org/default.aspx?p=crewfinder&ssid=319174 **RACE COMMUNICATIONS** If your team, friends and family would like to receive Mac Race updates via email, please join the #CYCRTM mailing list http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/ If Mac Race updates on Facebook are being caught in the net, change your Settings from "default" to "See First" on the Race page - https://www.facebook.com/ChicagoYCRaceToMackinac/ Race updates will be made on the Official Mac Race website. The current scratch sheet is available. Check to see who's racing - http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/entries.cfm **2018 KEY DATES** Today– Registration open; For those new or returning, please register your request for invitation - http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/requestinfo.cfm April 1 – Early Bird Entry Fee Price Deadline; One-Design Section Request Deadline April 7, 8 – Safety at Sea Seminar at Chicago Yacht Club: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ April 14-15 - Chicago First Aid with CPD: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ June 1 – Entry Deadline for all Competitors June 1-15 – Late Entry Fee; Entry Deadline (+$500 fee) July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts June 22 - The Porch Party at The Grand Hotel June 24 - 110th CYC Race to Mackinac Awards Party - The Grand Hotel June 25 - Around the Island Race - Mackinac Island Yacht Club - http://www.miyachtclub.com/races.htm July 27-29 - Ugotta Regatta at Little Traverse Yacht Club (space is limited) https://ltyc.org/ugotta-regatta/ **2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Alina Dix (DRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver **SPONSORS** Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Gill, Team One Newport, Star Line, Sunology, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Harken and The Grand Hotel. |
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03-Feb-18 - 1:59am
****CYCRTM RACE UPDATE**** The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Committee is pleased to announce that 477 invitations were sent out February 1st to returning Mac skippers for the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust. In 46 hours, 92 boats have registered! The 110th boat to register will be awarded the Limited Edition 2018 Mac Race Hat. The Mac Gear Store will be available on March 1st - plenty of time for customization orders to help your team look smart on stage. Many updates on the technical and support side of the race should help registration be a fun experience. A special thanks to Tom Falck and a vigilant Committee. Additional pre-race support is available for new teams entering their first Mac. Mac Committee members will pair up with new Mac Racers to help answer questions on boat inspections, safety education opportunities, Chicago and Island logistics, and race-specific questions. If you would like assistance, please send a note to the Regatta Manager and we will be happy to help. With demand for this year's race expected to be high, and space in the harbors limited, skippers are encouraged to submit a request for invitation promptly. Please note that your Harbor request will be added to the queue when full registration payment is complete. It's only February, but watching the pace of registrations come through yesterday was mesmerizing. I'm glad to see the passion for sailing is vibrant around the Great Lakes! Consider signing up for the Bayview Race to Mac - (Cove Island Course) to compete for the CYCRTM + BYCRTM Trophy. Thanks again to Commodore Sigmond and Chicago Yacht Club staff for their support in hosting the 110th running of the CYC Race to Mackinac in July. We all look forward to extending a warm welcome to your team in Chicago. Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac ****NOTICE OF RACE**** The NOR has been posted for your review on the race website: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ ****CHICAGO MACKINAC SAFETY REGULATIONS (CMSR)**** The CMSRs for monohull and multihull are posted for your review: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ The International Offshore SAS course with Hands on Training is recommended. US Sailing has outlined the differences in SAS courses, and options available this Spring. http://www.ussailing.org/education/safety-at-sea/find-a-seminar-near-you/ Note: The April 7-8th SAS courses is taking names on the waitlist for Day 2. If there's sufficient need, an additional course may be added. ****2018 KEY DATES**** February 1 – Invitations extended to returning skippers; For those new or returning after a 4+ year hiatus, please register your request for invitation - http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/requestinfo.cfm March 1 - 2018 CYCRTM Gear Store Opens April 1 – Early Bird Entry Fee Price Deadline; One-Design Section Request Deadline April 7, 8 – Safety at Sea Seminar at Chicago Yacht Club: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ May 15 - Deadline for Customization Mac Gear orders with Team One Newport June 1 – Entry Deadline for all Competitors June 15 – Late Entry Deadline (+$500 fee) July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts ****QUESTIONS**** At any time, email [email protected] with race related questions. ****2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS**** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver ****SPONSORS**** Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Gill, Team One Newport, Star Line, Sunology, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Harken and The Grand Hotel. |
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21-Jan-18 - 11:21am ****WET NOTES FROM THE RACE CHAIR**** The Chicago Yacht Club, CYC Race to Mackinac Committee, Race Committee, and Flag Officers are excited for the 110th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac on July 20th for the Cruising Division, and July 21st for the Racing Division. With a supporting team of many Old Goats, multihull and monohull racers and cruisers, the Mac Committee is here to help you prepare for the 110th Race. To jumpstart your planning, the Notice of Race and Safety Regulations links are listed below. Registration will open in early February. Safety education and boat prep are of key importance for any offshore racing. Harken and the Mac Committee will make pre-race boat inspections free to you to help troubleshoot and address issues. We recommend that all crew participate in a safety at sea seminar. There are many sessions offered across the country and we highly recommend the International Offshore SAS course with Hands on Training. US Sailing has outlined the differences in SAS courses, and options available this Spring. http://www.ussailing.org/education/safety-at-sea/find-a-seminar-near-you/ The Chicago Yacht Club and Mac Race Committee look forward to welcoming teams locally and abroad to compete in the 110th Mac Race. Traveling your boat to Chicago by land or water can be turnkey. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any and all questions. Sarah Renz Chair, 110th CYC Race to Mackinac ****NOTICE OF RACE**** The NOR has been posted for your review on the race website: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ ****CHICAGO MACKINAC SAFETY REGULATIONS (CMSR)**** The CMSRs for monohull and multihull will be posted for your review: http://www.cycracetomackinac.com/the-race/race-documents/ ****2018 KEY DATES**** February 1-8 – Invitations extended to returning skippers; For those new or returning after a hiatus, please register your request for invitation - http://competitor.cycracetomackinac.com/requestinfo.cfm April 1 – Early Bird Entry Fee Price Deadline; One-Design Section Request Deadline April 7, 8 – Safety at Sea Seminar at Chicago Yacht Club: https://chicagoyachtclubadultprograms.checklick.com/ June 1 – Entry Deadline for all Competitors June 15 – Late Entry Deadline (+$500 fee) July 19 (12pm) – Pre-race sign in opens at Chicago Yacht Club, Monroe Station July 20 – Cruising Division starts July 21 – Racing Division starts ****QUESTIONS**** At any time, email [email protected] with race related questions. ****2018 MAC COMMITTEE MEMBERS**** Sarah Renz (Chair), Steve Dorfman (Vice Chair), Chris Thomas (Vice Chair), Olof Andersson (PRO), Ron White (Chief Measurer), Tom Falck, Matt Gallagher, Helle Getz, Ted Jones, Lloyd Karzen, Shawn O’Neill, Nancy Snyder, Winn Soldani, Jack Toliver ****SPONSORS**** Cheers to those who sponsor the sport we love! Please consider supporting our race sponsors: Wintrust, Gill, Team One Newport, Star Line, Sunology, Michigan Avenue Magazine, Marlow, Harken and The Grand Hotel. |
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04-Oct-17 - 08:45pm
The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Committee invites you to the 2017 Race to Mackinac Awards Celebration
Dear Skippers, Sailors, Family and Friends of the Mac Race,
You are all cordially invited to attend the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Awards Celebration on Saturday, November 4, 2017, at the Chicago Yacht Club Monroe Station.
Please follow the link for more information and tickets - Click here
Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
Don Maxwell Chairman 109th Chicago Mackinac |
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08-Sep-17 - 09:24am
Mackinac Sailors, CORRECTION - The Awards Dinner is Saturday November 4th. Detials to follow. Thanks, Don Maxwell |
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07-Sep-17 - 08:55pm
Mackinac Sailors, Save the date! The Mackinac Awards Party will be at the Chicago Yacht Club Monroe Station on Saturday November 5th. Details and registration information to follow shortly. Cheers, Don Maxwell - Chairman 109th RTM |
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14-Jul-17 - 11:48am
Welcome to the the 109th running of the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust. The race is here! Below are some useful links to follow the race, and some additional announcements. Ways to follow the race: Race to Mackinac Official Web Page YB Tracking - Direct Link to tracking page. The App is availble for free to download to your mobile device. YB Tracking Low Bandwidth Links - For low bandwith links or to use with with routing software CYCRTM Facebook CYCRTM Youtube Channel Ashore Thing - In person you can see the Parade of Boats on Saturday morning at the end of Navy Pier at the Michigan Avenue Magazine Ashore Thing Additional Race Information: Star Line is the official ferry for the Race to Mackinac and will be providing discounted fares to and from the Island. Please follow the link for more information and the discuount codes. Squid / Great Circle is the title sponsor for the Mack Photo Contest. They are offering a 1 week free subscription to all participants of the photo contest, and a 1 year free subscription to the winners. Follow the link and enter promo code 20% discount on our HI-Res USA - Discount code SJ3L276C For those of you not familiar with Great Circle, please see below: |
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10-Jul-17 - 03:44pm
Dear Fellow Invited Competitor: Each year as a formallity, we wish to point out NOR, Section 6, makes you responsible for the conduct of the entire crew before, during and after the Race while at race-related locations. You are subject to protest or having your invitation for next year withdrawn if you or your crew engages in inappropriate conduct. We recognize that this does not apply to the vast majority of our race particpants, who are here to race hard and have a good time, but there have been occational issues 1. Both during and after the Race, you will be interacting with our outstanding volunteers and Club staff. Please treat them with respect and courtesy. If you encounter a situation in which our Race Committee members or Club staff members cannot assist you, do not argue with or berate them. Instead, ask to speak with me, our Principal Race Officer, Helle Getz, or any member of the Mac Committee. We will have a zero tolerance policy regarding disrespectful behavior towards any of our race volunteers or CYC staff. 2. Please follow all directions from CYC Dock masters and CYC Staff while docking in Chicago. They are working to arrange safe dockage for everyone who will be docking at our facilities. They need your cooperation, and the cooperation of your crews, to make this happen. Any disrespectful behavior towards our Chicago docking volunteers or staff will be dealt with harshly. 3. If you are docking on Mackinac Island, we will again be using a zone system for docking. It’s designed to get you docked and to the bars and parties as quickly as possible. However, to make it work, you have to follow our plan as every space on the Island is assigned and accounted for. Please cooperate with our docking officials on the Island. Disregarding instruction from our Island docking officials may result in your boat being uninvited in subsequent years, as well as protest. 4. No swimming is allowed in Mackinac Island Harbor. This is for your safety and that of others. There are too many boats moving about, and the risk of stray electrical current is all too real. 5. Michigan law prohibits open containers of alcohol on the public way. If a police officer approaches you or your crew, and asks you to spill out the Mount Gay and tonic that you just purchased, please do so promptly. (Note that this also applies to the grounds outside of the Grand Hotel during the Sailors’ Celebration.) 6. Adjacent to the area of our Sailors’ Celebration are the school grounds; this area is a drug- and alcohol-free zone. We strongly recommend that you stay away from the school grounds during our sailors' party. 7. Please stay on the sidewalks and do not walk in the streets. While streets look pedestrian safe because there are no cars, you can easily be hit by a bicycle or by a horse and carriage. 8. Keep sails and banners away from horses, as they are easily frightened. When drying sails, stay as far away from the streets as possible. A flapping sail or banner can cause a really bad situation. 9. Departure time from all harbors is 1 PM EDT on Wednesday after the Race. You must depart (be gone by then, not just starting to get ready to go) at or before this time unless you have made prior arrangement with the Harbor Master. Failure to depart the Island on time will result in your invitation for future races being withdrawn. To facilitate departures from the Island, please be considerate of your neighbors in your raft by being at the harbor and available by 0700, as is required in the Sailing Instructions. Talk with each other in advance to make things easier. Failure to follow these rules can result in disqualification from this Race and not being invited to future Races. Crew members and guests are expected to follow these rules, but ultimately it is the Skipper who is responsible. Don't be that guy or gal who gets your boat uninvited to race next year! Please help us make the 109th Race a great experience for everyone. We look forward to seeing you on the start line next week! Don Maxwell |
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10-Jul-17 - 03:33pm
Dear Mackinac Racers: The Sailing Instructions have been posted online. Official Notice Board Due to the fact that this year we received some ORR certs after our printing deadline for our paper and "printable" scratch books, the section breaks for some of the sections may not be correct on these documents. To view the correct sections, please go to the race web page: Mackinac Race Sectons Cheers, Don Maxwell |
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08-Jul-17 - 06:17am
Coast Guard "Cardinal Points" for 2017 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac
The Ninth Coast Guard District wishes you a warm welcome to the 2017 Chicago Yacht Club Race Mackinac. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable voyage. The Mac Committee has provided you with excellent materials on how to be best prepared and we'd like to supplement that with some Coast Guard basics.
IN AN EMERGENCY: If an emergency occurs during the race, such as a person overboard, medical problem, taking on water, or disabling damage from storm, and assistance from the Coast Guard is required, we recommend you contact us via VHF-FM channel 16. You do not need to know what the closest Coast Guard station is -- we will determine that -- simply call "Mayday, mayday, mayday, Coast Guard, this is [vessel name] on channel 16, over." During your initial contact, we ask that you provide the following information: Location (GPS coordinates and/or geographic reference)
Nature of distress
Number of persons on board
Description of your vessel
If you have an EPIRB or PLB (preferred over SPOT devices) on board, activate that as well because the SARSAT satellite system has global coverage beyond VHF-FM or cellular antenna range. Launching of flares or displaying of other visual signaling devices should also be considered. Use of cellular telephones should be considered a tertiary means of distress alerting.
WHAT TO EXPECT Once the Coast receives your distress call, we can decide what the closest response units are, what capabilities to bring and approximately how long it will take to get to your location. The Coast Guard communications watch stander on the other end of the radio may have additional questions for you to further ascertain your situation. For those accustomed to police or fire units responding within a few minutes in your city, be aware that Coast Guard boats and helicopters may take longer to reach your location because we may have to transit dozens or even hundreds of miles. Do your best to stabilize your situation in the meantime. The Coast Guard can also provide basic first responder medical care from our boats or helicopters, but paramedic-level (and greater) medical support must be provided from land-based resources. Please be aware that we do not have divers with subsurface or SCUBA capability. Our helicopters carry a rescue swimmer who can conduct rescues on or near the surface only. If subsurface rescue may be required, let us know that as soon as possible because SCUBA capability must come from other agencies and can take hours to coordinate and transport.
RESCUE 21 The Coast Guard recently installed the Rescue 21 communications system around the Great Lakes, greatly increasing our reception and transmission capability. For race participants, your procedure for contacting us remains unchanged - see the "Mayday" call guidance in the "In an emergency" paragraph above. For our part, Rescue 21 allows us to rapidly obtain a line of bearing from our radio towers to the location of the VHF-FM caller. This helps us home in on your position more quickly and easily, and also helps us catch hoax callers. Again, you do not need to know where our towers or stations are - call us on VHF-FM channel 16 and we will work with you on a case-by-case basis. In addition, all participating members are required to monitor their VHF-FM radios.
IN CASE OF STORMS If severe storms do occur, it is up to race participants to decide whether to continue their courses or to divert toward cover or safe harbors. The Coast Guard cannot make that decision for you, and we are prohibited from providing specific sailing directions (courses to steer, etc.) to you. The Coast Guard communications watch stander can, however, transmit to you published/charted navigational aids, hazards and information that may be helpful in making your decision. A WORD ABOUT HYPOTHERMIA Even if air temperatures during the race days are warm and seasonable, be advised that lake temperatures will likely be cold enough in many locations to cause moderate to severe hypothermia within hours. Participants should dress themselves with those water temperatures in mind - and of course, wear their personal flotation device. Hypothermia is an insidious killer that catches unprepared people in the water off guard, so you stack the deck in your favor by wearing a survival suit, dry suit, wet suit or anti-exposure coveralls.
COAST GUARD PATROL COMMANDER The Coast Guard Cutter MOBILE BAY (WLB 214) will be serving as patrol commander during the Chicago Mackinac. In an emergency, however, we recommend you hail us per the "Mayday" procedures above because MOBILE BAY (WLB 214) may not be within radio range of your position. NINTH COAST GUARD DISTRICT "SAR ETHOS.” The men and women of the Ninth Coast Guard District take our search and rescue (SAR) responsibilities very, very seriously. In fact, our philosophy, or "SAR Ethos" is to treat every potential victim as we would our own family. So know that if you get in trouble out there, we will do our very best. Good luck!
GREAT LAKES SEARCH AND RESCUE LINE - 1-800-321-4400
Joint Rescue Coordination Center Cleveland Ninth Coast Guard District 1240 E. 9th Street Cleveland, OH 44199
1-216-902-6117/6118/6109 [email protected]
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06-Jul-17 - 10:50am
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Thursday 7/13 1000-1900 Registration – Monroe Station Commodore Room 1830-2030 Warning Gun Party (Reservation only) – Monroe Station Friday 7/14 0900-1000 Cruising Division Skippers Meeting – Monroe Station Race Tent 1000-1100 Cruising Division Registration – Monroe Station Commodore Room 1000-1600 Registration - – Monroe Station Commodore Room 1500-1530 Cruising Division Starts 1700-1800 Skippers Meeting – Monroe Station Race Tent 1900-2330 Mackinac Pre-Race Party – Monroe Station Saturday 7/15 1000-1400 Ashore Thing – Parade of Boats Presented by Wintrust – Navy Pier 1100-1500 Racing Division Starts Sunday 7/16 1730-1930 Grand Hotel Porch Party – Grand Hotel Mackinac Island 1700-2000 Children’s Party (Advance registration) – Grand Hotel Lower Level Tuesday 7/18 1400-1700 Island Awards Party – Presented by Wintrust – Woodfill Park 1400-1600 Outdoor Activities for Children – Woodfill Park Wednesday 7/19 1200 Last Call for race boats to leave harbor unless pre-arranged reservation 1300 10th Annual Round the Island Race 1000 or 1500 Bus to Chicago Reservations |
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05-Jul-17 - 04:33am
Harken Tech Team Live at the 2017 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac®

Professional Equipment Inspection and Service Peace of Mind before the Most Challenging Race of the Season | From July 12 - 15, members of the Harken Technical Support Team will be on location at Chicago Yacht Club's Monroe Street Station. You'll find the Harken Tech Trailer inside the club gate. Competitors are encouraged to stop by with any equipment concerns and talk to a Tech Team member.
During this time, the Harken Tech Team will be making comprehensive inspections of Harken equipment and be available to execute world-class maintenance and repair-just as our team does at Volvo Ocean Race stopovers and the TP52 Super Series.
The following services are offered:
Package 1: Visual inspection of all Harken systems Get a Grand-Prix shore team's perspective on what's working up to standard and what might become a problem. Service includes removing winch drums for inspection of interior winch parts.
Inspection will also include a statement of recommended service and a list of suggested equipment upgrades. These will be emailed to you following the inspection. You can also schedule this inspection in advance online. Right Now!
Boats 30 - 42' LOA: $100/hr Boats 42' LOA and above: $150/hr
Package 2: Winch Workover $125/hr -Complete on-deck cleaning of all interior winch parts for Harken winches. - In-depth inspection of all mechanicals. - Professional reoiling and appropriate greasing. - Replacement of springs and palls as required. Schedule Now! *Through size 60.
This service does not include linked pedestal systems Grand-Prix wide-body winches. Call Tech Service at 262-691-3320 or email [email protected]. Get a Quote Today!
Package 3: Traveler Triage $100/hr - Interior/exterior car cleaning. - Removal/lubrication of bearings. - Bearing replacement using Harken replacement kit. - Track cleaning/light surface preparation. Schedule Now! *Does not include removal or replacement of track. *Replacement kit provided at catalog price.
Package 4: Furler Facelift (Furler Fluff & Buff) $100/hr - Clean and adjust furler drums and housing. - Prerace removal of bracket guards for efficient race configuration. - Stay length adjustment for Harken furlers Mark III and older.* - Removal/reloading of line overrides or other furling line problems. - Installation of new customer-provided furling line. - Adjustment of furling lead arrangements. Schedule Now!
To schedule service, please fill out the form below: www.harken.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Service/ | | |
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03-Jul-17 - 11:58am
Harken Tech Team Live at the 2017 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac®

Professional Equipment Inspection and Service Peace of Mind before the Most Challenging Race of the Season | From July 12 - 15, members of the Harken Technical Support Team will be on location at Chicago Yacht Club's Monroe Street Station. You'll find the Harken Tech Trailer inside the club gate. Competitors are encouraged to stop by with any equipment concerns and talk to a Tech Team member.
During this time, the Harken Tech Team will be making comprehensive inspections of Harken equipment and be available to execute world-class maintenance and repair-just as our team does at Volvo Ocean Race stopovers and the TP52 Super Series.
The following services are offered:
Package 1: Visual inspection of all Harken systems Get a Grand-Prix shore team's perspective on what's working up to standard and what might become a problem. Service includes removing winch drums for inspection of interior winch parts.
Inspection will also include a statement of recommended service and a list of suggested equipment upgrades. These will be emailed to you following the inspection. You can also schedule this inspection in advance online. Right Now!
Boats 30 - 42' LOA: $100/hr Boats 42' LOA and above: $150/hr
Package 2: Winch Workover $125/hr -Complete on-deck cleaning of all interior winch parts for Harken winches. - In-depth inspection of all mechanicals. - Professional reoiling and appropriate greasing. - Replacement of springs and palls as required. Schedule Now! *Through size 60.
This service does not include linked pedestal systems Grand-Prix wide-body winches. Call Tech Service at 262-691-3320 or email [email protected]. Get a Quote Today!
Package 3: Traveler Triage $100/hr - Interior/exterior car cleaning. - Removal/lubrication of bearings. - Bearing replacement using Harken replacement kit. - Track cleaning/light surface preparation. Schedule Now! *Does not include removal or replacement of track. *Replacement kit provided at catalog price.
Package 4: Furler Facelift (Furler Fluff & Buff) $100/hr - Clean and adjust furler drums and housing. - Prerace removal of bracket guards for efficient race configuration. - Stay length adjustment for Harken furlers Mark III and older.* - Removal/reloading of line overrides or other furling line problems. - Installation of new customer-provided furling line. - Adjustment of furling lead arrangements. Schedule Now!
To schedule service, please fill out the form below: www.harken.com/Chicago-Mackinac-Service/ | | |
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19-Jun-17 - 04:12pm
Mackinac Skippers, You are cordually invited to attend the Warning Gun Party at Chicago Yacht Club Monroe Station, Thursday July 13th at 1830 hours. Please follow the link below for more information and instructions on how to RSVP. Warning Gun Party Invitation Cheers, Don Maxwell - Chairman CYC Race to Mackinac |
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31-May-17 - 08:00pm
Mackinac Sailors, June 8th is the entry deadline for the Super Mac. The NOR requries 20 entries and we have not yet met that number. If you would like to participate in this epic long distance race, there is still time to enter. For more information, please follow the link to the event web page. Super Mac Thanks, Don Maxwell - CYC Mackinac |
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31-May-17 - 04:59pm
Mackinac Skippers: The entry deadline of June 8th is only one week away! I'd like to bring your attention to NOR Sections 5.1 through 5.5. This section lists the items that are requred to be completed prior to June 8th. I would ilke to ask you assistance to please take a moment to verify that your entry is complete. Required items include: 1. Acceptance of Invitation 2. Entry Fee 3. Preliminary crew list 4. Tracking application 5. ORR Rating Certificate If you are having trouble and need assistance, or anticipate being late on any requirement, please contact us. Cheers, Don Maxwell - Chairman For the latest information on the race - like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @RacetoMackinac, or search our hashtag #CYCRTM. |
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03-May-17 - 07:04pm
Mackinac Sailors: Announcements: 1. NOR Amendment #1 has been posted on the Official Notice Board on the CYCRTM web page: 2. Safety Regulation - Monohull - A revised version of the safety regulations has been posted. There were a some changes in verbiage for clarification and a couple of changes to make the new format be as consistent with last years regulations as possible. Please review the change log tab on the file to see the updates. Official Notice Board 3. Official Technical and Event Branded Apparel is now available - Gill is the Official Technical and Event Branded Apparel Provider for the 2017 and the 2018 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac ®presented by Wintrust. Follow the link below to shop the event branded foul weather gear, technical apparel, caps, cotton tee shirts and polo shirts. Mackinac Race Gear Cheers, Don Maxwell - Chairman For the latest information on the race - like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter @RacetoMackinac, or search our hashtag #CYCRTM. |
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22-Apr-17 - 08:02am Mackinac Sailors, Back by popular demand, I’m please to announce that Bayview Yacht Club, Port Huron Yacht Club, and Chicago Yacht Club will be hosting the Super Mac this year! The NOR for the worlds longest freshwater race has been posted and online entry is open! Please follow the link for more details. Super Mac Web Page Thanks Don Maxwell Chairman 109th Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac For the latest information on the race - like us on Facebook,or follow us on Twitter @RacetoMackinac, or search our hashtag #CYCRTM. | |