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RORC Caribbean 600 Video Preview

by RORC Press Office 24 Feb 00:18 UTC 24 February 2025
RORC Caribbean 600 © RORC

The RORC Caribbean 600 starts on Monday 24th February at 1100 local time (-4 UTC) with one of the most impressive monohull fleets in the 16 year history of the race.

This year promises a battle royal for Line Honours for both the Monohull and Multihull fleets. Corinthian teams abound, taking on world-class professional teams for the overall win under the IRC Rating Rule for the RORC Caribbean 600 Trophy.

Follow the Race Start Live

Start Sequence (Local Time): 1100: IRC Two (18 boats)
1110: IRC One & CSA Only (18 boats)
1120: IRC Zero & Class 40 (11 boats)
1130: Super Zero (11 boats)
1140: Multihull (9 boats)

The Caribbean's most prestigious offshore race returns. A thrilling 600-nautical-mile course, starting and finishing in Antigua and weaving through 11 stunning islands from St. Maarten to Guadeloupe. With 66 offshore race boats and 600+ sailors from 35 nations, this gruelling, yet breathtaking race demands expert navigation, endurance and pure sailing skill.

caribbean600.rorc.org

How to follow the race
Start: Fort Charlotte, Antigua - Monday 24 February 2025 - Antigua

Entries here

Live Commentary of the Start - RORC YouTube + Facebook
From 10.45 AST (-4 UTC) - Watch the start of the RORC Caribbean 600 live with Axxess Marine connectivity, as Race Reporter Louay Habib and guests take us through all the action.

Race Tracker: caribbean600.rorc.org/tracking

Plus, you can follow the race live by downloading 'YB Races' for free from the App store.

Live Race Updates: Live Race Updates on RORC Facebook and YouTube on Tuesday 25, Wednesday 26 and Thursday 27 February. With pundit analysis and overview of the positions within the fleet.

Live Blog: Check out the Live Blog button on the website.

Videos: RORC YouTube: www.youtube.com/@RORCRacing

Social Media: We will be active on all our social media channels so follow us:-

#Caribbean600 @RORCracing

Virtual Regatta: If you're not on the start line in Antigua, join the virtual race and take part from the comfort of your armchair. Be prepared for some sleepless nights - it's addictive!.

RORC Caribbean 600 on Virtual Regatta: www.virtualregatta.com

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