PRESS RELEASE
Sandy Island Race
AYC in conjunction with JHYC wish to announce the 5th. edition of the Sandy Island Race on Sat. 24 Jan. 2026. This race was conceived by Richard Archer and has rapidly developed into one of the premier races of our season.
The circular course allows boats to start from both the AYC line and the JHYC line with each leg scored separately and the overall winner the boat with the best corrected time for both legs – i.e., the full circle.
It is a most enjoyable sail requiring skillful navigation to minimize the distance sailed and it allows boats to start from whichever end they choose rather than requiring them to deliver to one end or the other.
And it comprises the nearest we have to a proper offshore course.
We strongly urge both the Falmouth based and Jolly based boats to get together for this most enjoyable annual event.
Sandy Mair
SY Cricket
AYC Rear Commodore & Event Director
For more information visit the events page HERE