Chester Race Week News

Apr 12, 2018

Chester Race Week 2018 has announced that the Farr 30 North American Championships will take place as part of the regularly scheduled One Design classes on the One Design course. Race officer will be Brian Todd. 

The Farr 30 (formerly known as the Mumm 30) was designed by Farr Yacht Design lead by Bruce Farr.

CRW LogoChester Race Week which takes place August 15 to 18 is open to all monohull handicap boats, from serious racers to cruising boats and the beautiful Chester Classics with a valid Sail Nova Scotia PHRF handicap and to One Design boats of the Sonar, J24, J70, Farr 30, International One Design, and Bluenose classes.

Visit www.chesterraceweek.com for more information and for the NoR and registration forms.

Chester Race Week 2018 is looking for Race Course Volunteers. Qualifications are not required but recommended, while enthusiasm and a desire to spend a few days on the water is required! If you are interested in helping to put on this wonderful event in the scenic waters of Mahone Bay and the beautiful village of Chester, please contact PRO Daniel Conrod at daniel.conrod91@gmail.com .

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