We are pleased to announce that the Sailing Instructions for the Half Ton Classics Cup 2025 taking place in Torbay from 2-8 August are now available for download from the official noticeboard. Please make sure to familiarize yourself with all the rules and regulations before the racing begins.

Skippers should note that in the sailing instructions have adopted the RORC’s modifications of IRC sail restrictions for a sequential race regattas.  Boats may only have for each day, the number of sails on their certificate.  However, during the regatta you may change the individual sails every day to suit the weather conditions. 

With regards to scoring and time limits, the two races with above 1 factor (long inshore 1.1 and the offshore 1.5) cannot be discarded and have no time limit.

To help clarify the UK’s attitude towards lifejackets, there must be a lifejacket for each member of the crew on the boat.  These are to be worn if there is a “Y” flag on the committee boat, after sunset, or at the crew’s discretion.  All lifejackets must meet the ISO 12402 standard.  Any crew wishing to wear buoyancy aid during racing may do so.

Half the Ton, Twice the Fun !

In addition to the exciting races planned for the week, we are delighted to share details of our social programme.

On Sunday 3 August, our hosts the Royal Torbay Yacht Club, would like to invite you to the Commodore’s Reception at 1930 to celebrate the start of the Half Ton Classics Cup 2025.  This event is being sponsored by the Half Ton Committee. The Club bar will be available before the Reception starts and the Club are offering a sailing supper menu if you wish to stay afterwards.

New for this year, the Half Tonners are invited to a Pontoon Party hosted by Peter Rutter (Quokka). Join us for drinks on Monday 4 August to raise a glass and share stories about the first day of racing.  We will be starting 30 minutes after the racing finishes, and the Club will be offering a sailing supper menu for anyone who wishes to have dinner afterwards.

There will be a Deluxe BBQ taking place at RTYC’s stunning terrace on Tuesday 5 August at 1900. Don’t miss out on this fun evening of good food, great company and the chance to catch up on the days racing.  To see the menu click here, tickets are £22.00 and can be purchased from Race Office at the Club.  Tickets must be purchased by Sunday evening.

On Wednesday 6 August RTYC’s bar will be open after racing and will be offering a sailing supper menu to everyone.  Please let the Club know if you wish to have a table.

Join us 30 minutes after the racing finishes at the RTYC on Thursday 7 August for a Gin Night hosted especially for all competitors! The Club will be producing special offers from their exclusive Gin Menu, supported by Plymouth Gin. It’s the perfect way to unwind and celebrate another successful day on the water.  There will be a sailing supper menu available afterwards.

The HTCC 2025 Prize Giving and Dinner will be held at the Imperial Hotel for 1900.  To provide a great final night of celebration we have had to guarantee a minimum number and therefore we would appreciate the Class attendance to this special event.  Tickets are £45 and can be purchased at registration, the dress code is smart casual.  To see the menu click here.  An email will be sent out soon giving you the opportunity to pre-select your choices and dietaries. 

Lastly, at registration each boat will receive 7 wristbands, these will give you entry to the free events.  During the regatta, RTYC’s bar will be open everyday from midday onwards so you can check out the race area while enjoying a drink with your crew. For a full break down of the social programme click here. 

We cannot wait to welcome you all to Torbay for an unforgettable week of competitive sailing and camaraderie.

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