SolentGP

For the 2019 Season, the UK fleet are repeating their success and staying with the exciting multi event-one location format. This type of racing is expected to draw big numbers and be incredibly competative amongst the growing fleet.

The Location

The Fleet will be launching from Calshot Spit from Calshot Activities Centre. The boats will launch onto the Solent where the racetrack will be. The race format will vary throughout the year and be a mixture of the standard windward leeward courses and some long distance "round the cans" races to show off the exciting fleet. All the boats are being stored closeby promsiing a big turnout for each Grand Prix Weekend

The Sailors

The current fleet will be coming together to one place to battle out for the Grand Prix title. There is always opportunities to get sailing amongst with existing teams or bringing a team together for your own crack at the title. Get in touch at grandprix@uk18footer.org to find out more.

The Rules

Notice of Series and Notice of Race will be published shortly.

The Dates

There's a massive 6 events to be held this season amongst the usual busy European Calendar...

UK SGPS Round 1 :: Saturday 30 March 2019 - Sunday 31 March 2019

UK SGPS Round 2 :: Saturday 20 April 2019 - Sunday 21 April 2019 

UK SGPS Round 3 :: Saturday 11 May 2019 - Sunday 12 May 2019

UK SGPS Round 4 :: Saturday 03 August 2019 - Sunday 04 August 2019

UK SGPS Round 5 and Nationals :: Saturday 24 August 2019 - Monday 26 August 2019

UK European Grand Prix :: Friday 20 September 2019 - Sunday 22 September 2019

The Results

Results will be posted here throughout the season.

Partners and Sponsors

This new concept wouldnt be possible without the help of the following key partners. There is also plenty of opportunity to get on the water and up close to the racing or be a part of runnign the races. For all enquiries to get involved, get in touch at grandprix@uk18footer.org

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