McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers named official Yacht Broker for Block Island Race and Block Island Race Week

McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers is pleased to announce that it has been designated the official Yacht Broker for the Storm Trysail Club’s two premiere events: the Block Island Race and Block Island Race Week.

Save the Date for the 35th Pineapple Cup Montego Bay Race!

Storm Trysail is proud to be a partner club for the Pineapple Cup. It contributes advice on safety, race management and race documentation in support of the Organizing Authority composed of Montego Bay Yacht Club and the Jamaica Sailing Association. Storm Trysail recognizes and values the deep history and legendary race course that is the Pineapple cup.

Tips for Preparing for the Round-the-Island Race

This year, everyone’s favorite course is presented by Regatta Craft Mixers

ORC Informational Webinar – April 22

Register for an ORC Informational Zoom for Members and BI Race and BIRW competitors. Learn how the rule works and how it will be applied at STC events.

150 Entries for Block Island Race Week

With just under 100 days left until Race Week, 150 teams have already joined Block Island Race Week presented by Margaritaville.

2021 Block Island Race Notice of Race Posted

The 75th edition will now start May 28, 2021 in Stamford, CT.

The Robots are Coming (and they don’t drink Rum!)

Robots may not have taken over the world (…yet), but this summer, they will be invading the waters of Block Island Sound.

Steady signups show enthusiasm for 29th STC BIRW Race Week

With 81 boats already registered for Storm Trysail Club’s 29th Block Island Race Week presented by Margaritaville, the 2021 edition is shaping up to be one of the biggest turnouts in recent years.

The new North Light Society recognizes long-time Block Island Race Week participants and volunteers

The North Light Society is for those sailors and volunteers who have participated in at least five Storm Trysail Club Block Island Race Weeks, with graduating levels for the ten and fifteen regatta nautical-milestones.

Margaritaville is Back as Presenting Partner

Storm Trysail Club and Margaritaville Holdings today announced that for the second time, Margaritaville, the global lifestyle brand known for escapism and fun, will be the presenting sponsor of the 29th edition of Block Island Race Week, one of the largest and most prestigious big boat regatta in the United States.

Block Island Race Week 2021 – NOR Posted and Registration Open

NOR and Registration open for the 29th Storm Trysail Club Block Island Race Week presented by Margaritaville that will occur June 21 -25, 2021. Photo: Steve Cloutier

Chesapeake Station’s Annapolis Regatta Starts Light and Ends Strong

The Chesapeake Station hosted a 3-day event for the first time since 2018 which also served as the ORC East Coast Championships.

2020 Monhegan Race Wrap-Up

The Gulf of Maine Station helped support the OA with this event starting in 2020.

2021 Pineapple Cup Postponed due to COVID-19 Pandemic

The new race dates will be January 22-29, 2022.

64th Annual Wirth M. Munroe Ocean Race Set for December 4th

Coastal Classic Will Feature Popular Two-Course Format; COVID-19 Safety Protocols Added

2020 Long Island Champs Recap: Camaraderie, Collaboration, and Talent

Co-Presented by the Storm Trysail Club and the Riverside Yacht Club September 19 and 20th, 41 local boats and race committee volunteers from the two clubs came out for the annual event culminating in three races over the two days.

Intercollegiate Offshore Regatta Cancelled

The 2020 IOR has been cancelled due to restrictions on organized college sports by universities. A photo contest is launched to reminisce with a free Safety-at-Sea Seminar up for grabs.

Ted Hood Regatta 2020 had something for everyone

The annual event led by the Marblehead station looked a little different in 2020 but was still a successful respite for local sailors.