The 2025 Rolex Big Boat Series is under two months away!
Welcome to the first of many bulletins, where you will find all of the information you need to stay up to date before, during, and after the regatta! As always, feel free to contact StFYC's Race Office (racing@stfyc.com or 415-655-7756) with any questions.
Nadine Franczyk
Rolex Big Boat Series Regatta Chair
St. Francis Yacht Club
UPCOMING DEADLINES
July 31: Last chance to complete registration and payment on Clubspot before the $250 late fee.
August 15: Docking Request Form deadline
*Dockage is limited. Only requests made before August 15 will be accommodated*
August 15: Support Boat registration concludes
September 1: ORC Rating Certificates issued by US Sailing (must apply weeks in advance)
September 3: Team Trophy Entry Form due
REGATTA UPDATES
DOCKING
Anyone requesting docking for the regatta must complete the docking request form before August 15
>> CLICK HERE
Morning and afternoon ferry service will be available. Staff positioned at the gates will provide easy access to sailors each morning.
*ALL support boats must register to allow for an organized docking plan.*
ORC CERTIFICATES
All ORC competitors must have a valid 2025 ORC Certificate from US Sailing.
Apply for an ORC certificate with US Sailing >> CLICK HERE!
If you have any questions contact offshore@ussailing.org.
CREW DINNER
Reservations are open through the StFYC Front Desk (frontdesk@stfyc.com or 415-563-6363).
The Crew Dinner is in the Main Dining Room of St. Francis Yacht Club on the evening of Saturday, Sept.13, 7:00-10:00pm, opening with a cocktail & appetizer reception at 5:30pm.
REGATTA GEAR
Skippers seeking customized gear from Regatta Gear for their crew and boats can ORDER NOW!
Official merchandise for sale ONLINE and IN-PERSON. Products will be available for purchase before the regatta!
SOCIAL EVENTS
Every evening will be full of social events for you entire crew, starting with our Commodore’s Reception on Wednesday, September 10, where we will announce the Perpetual Trophies, and which Perpetual Class will be racing for a Rolex watch.
TUNE-UP REGATTA
You are invited to register for the Phyllis Kleinman Swiftsure the weekend of August 23-24, the tune-up regatta for Rolex Big Boat Series. And don’t forget there is a Best Dressed Award and a Cookie Competition!
WHATSAPP GROUP
We will use WhatsApp for quicker communication with competitors. This unofficial channel can be joined by:
Downloading the app: Android or iOS
Infinity Hotel has partnered with Rolex Big Boat Series as an official sponsor and is offering discounted rates for competitors.
This boutique hotel, located in the city’s Marina District and part of the Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, features a variety of room options outfitted with modern décor, rooftop decks for relaxing and taking in views of the bay, off street parking and a ground level café.
PLATINUM LEVEL CLEAN REGATTA
Rolex Big Boat Series meets the highest level of recognition from Sailors for the Sea. Visit our Sustainability Partners at Regatta Plaza.
- Donate your used sails to Sail to Shelter
- Local Initiatives with International Ocean Film Festival
- Learn about Ocean Voyages Institute
