Clipper race (Enkhuizen)

The “Klipperrace” consists of two parts: the Three Cities Race and the Olympic Course. On Saturday, the Three Cities Race will be sailed with the wonderfully impressive anchor start in Krabbersgat. Then it is a matter of choosing the right course. The race organisers have designated three buoys in Medemblik, Stavoren and Urk, two of which have to be rounded.

After the party on Saturday night, we have to get up on Sunday morning to sail the Olympic course. The two classes start one after the other and the courses merge at times so the field stays together throughout the race.

The Clipper Race is always a spectacle of sailing with fanatical crews. For Clipper skippers this is the race of the year.

In 2022, Saturday went very satisfactorily with a 5th place in Class A on Saturday because we chose the right route. On our course through Stavoren Medemblik we were even third until the last leg. Just before the finish we were overtaken by the Deinemeid and the Dageraad. Sunday started very well. With a light breeze we were able to defend our 5th place well. In the end we finished sixth. This puts us in 5th place overall. It remains a beautiful weekend with lots of sunshine and since times 2024 we have performed well even with little wind. The new mainsail, half wind and gennakers with trunks gave us a lot of momentum.

Sailing experience is not required, conviviality is. We sail several races (see below). All regatta’s include food, drinks, beer and wine. You have to provide a sleeping bag and waterproof clothing yourself. Registration has already started so if you like it, quickly let us know and book via the “Book direct”button.

We organize all competitions including catering. If you want to join or have questions, you can call Laurens Orange (06-21506336) or email info@johannaengelina.nl.