The International RS21 Class announce a new partnership with Vakaros at Charleston Race Week
Romsey, United Kingdom, 31 January 2023 - The International RS21 Class are pleased to announce an exciting new Partnership with Vakaros. This new partnership brings two brands together who share a passion for changing the game and developing our sport. The partnership will be showcased at Charleston Race Week, where Vakaros will offer RaceSense for all teams taking part in the RS21 Class racing.
RaceSense builds on the powerful hardware inside every Atlas 2 to enhance how sailors race. It instantly creates a virtual racecourse allowing every RS21 to see the same start time, which is all synced remotely. Pinging is a thing of the past as well: RaceSense live-transmits the location of each end of the start line to competitors, so there is no need to get stuck in a parade every time the line is reset. The race committee will say goodbye to general recalls, and black flag starts thanks to centimetre-accurate, fully automatic OCS calls at the start line. Competitors will be notified immediately on their Atlas 2, whether they were over or not.
New Race Village Venue Announced for Charleston Race Week
Organizers of Charleston Race Week are excited to announce a new venue for the Regatta Village, coming up April 20-23, on the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant. A mixture of history and modernity, The USS Yorktown is one of the most beautifully unique event venues in Charleston, offering unparalleled views of Charleston Harbor and the city skyline from the flight deck. On Saturday night, the popular PRO-AM will use the flight deck for viewing. What’s more, the hangar bays provide ample space for sponsor exhibits and special presentations.
All of the other elements that Race Week is known for will be in place – convenient launch and haul; top-notch race management; 3 days of unrivaled competition among 20 classes; educational opportunities and race debriefs sponsored by Quantum Sails; and regatta parties featuring an abundance of Goslings Rum and craft beer from Plankowner Brewing Co. B&G will be onsite for service and have their latest instruments on display. Team One will be here with all the gear you will need for the upcoming season.
2023 Regatta Registration is now open!
Registration is now open for 2023 Charleston Race Week.
Make plans today to combine world-class racing with a family vacation in America's #1 destination city at a regatta unlike any other - April 20-23! Register by Jan. 31st to save $100