RORC CARIBBEAN 600 2027

In 2027 we once again line up for one of offshore racing’s true classics: the RORC Caribbean 600. Over the past decade this race has earned its place alongside the likes of the Fastnet Race and the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. The reasons are obvious to anyone who has sailed it: 600 demanding nautical miles, 11 islands rounded, relentless tactical decisions, and trade-wind sailing at its absolute best.

The course weaves through the Caribbean archipelago, demanding precision navigation, constant sail changes, and disciplined watch systems. Conditions range from tight acceleration zones in island wind shadows to fully powered reaching under steady trades. It is a race that rewards preparation, seamanship, and teamwork in equal measure.

This campaign is intended for sailors with prior racing experience. We do not take passengers or “rail meat.” Every crew member is expected to participate fully in sail handling, trimming, navigation support, helming, maintenance, and onboard routines. To ensure cohesion and performance, we conduct structured pre-race training focused on boat handling, safety drills, manoeuvre choreography, and onboard systems.

Our approach is collaborative. Once the crew is confirmed, we establish a shared planning forum to align on provisioning, personal kit, expectations, and watch structure well ahead of arrival. This reduces prep time spent on location and allows us to focus more on performance.

ITINERARY 2027

18.2 – Arrival, boat preparation, safety briefing, victualling
19.2 – Safety inspection, victualling and boat introduction
20.2 – Training day, Skippers meeting, opening party
21.2 – Training day (half), lay day, last day for crew to arrive
22.2 – Race starts, first warning signal at 10.50
26.2 – Prizegiving, Party
27.2 – Campaign ends, departures

Yacht & Campaign Package

Yacht: Swan 51 hull 009 “Eira”
Skipper: Professional offshore racing skipper

Included

– Full campaign participation aboard Swan 51 “Eira”
– Professional skipper
– Boat insurance
– Foul weather gear (boots excluded)
– Personal safety equipment (life jacket + PLB)
– All race provisioning (food & beverages while racing)
– Official race entry fee
– All boat-related operational costs

Not Included

– Flights to/from Antigua
– Personal travel or health insurance
– Dinners ashore
– Personal expenses