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Outstanding racing at the 60th edition of rolex big boat series.
Breeze on conditions brought out the best skills and tactics for podium winners.
Right on cue, San Francisco Bay rolled out the most demanding conditions for sailors at the 60th edition of Rolex Big Boat Series at St. Francis Yacht Club.
Your One Stop Guide for RBBS Race Weekend
Don’t miss out on a minute of the action at the 60th edition of the Rolex Big Boat Series. Whether you’re racing, planning on coming to St. Francis Yacht Club to spectate or following along from elsewhere, here’s the info you need to stay in the know.
Hundreds of Sailors Ready to Race in the 60th Edition of Rolex Big Boat Series
Classes racing for Rolexes & perpetual trophies announced during first night of the regatta.
Years Running
Classes in 2024, competitors, schedule of events.
- Wednesday 09/11
- Thursday 09/12
- Friday 09/13
- Saturday 09/14
- Sunday 09/15
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0900-1200 | Crissy Field Beach Cleanup - Participate to support our Clean Regatta Efforts | |
| 1000-1730 | Registration | |
| 1730 | Competitors' Briefing | |
| 1800-2000 | Rolex Commodore’s Reception |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0730 | Breakfast - | |
| 0730 | Quantum Weather Briefing | |
| Or | ||
| 1100 | First Warning, all Classes except Classic Class | |
| 1300 | First Warning, Classic Class only | |
| Post racing | Hosted Dock-Side Beer | |
| 1700 | Crew Party with Hosted Appetizers | |
| 1800 | Rolex Owners Dinner |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0730 | Breakfast - | |
| 0730 | Quantum Weather Briefing | |
| Or | ||
| 1100 | First Warning, all Classes except Classic Class | |
| 1300 | First Warning, Classic Class only | |
| Post racing | Hosted Dock-Side Beer | |
| 1700 | Mount Gay Lawn Party hosted cocktails & Food Trucks |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0730 | Breakfast - | |
| 0730 | Quantum Weather Briefing | |
| Or | ||
| 1100 | First Warning, all Classes except Classic Class | |
| 1300 | First Warning, Classic Class only | |
| Post racing | Hosted Dock-Side Beer & Snacks | |
| 1730-1900 | Crew Dinner Reception |
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0730 | Breakfast - | |
| 0730 | Quantum Weather Briefing | |
| Or | ||
| 0830 | 8 Bells Ceremony | |
| 0930 | Sailors Salute Flower Ceremony (honoring those lost) | |
| 1100 | First Warning Bay Tour All Classes | |
| Post racing | Hosted Dock-Side Beer | |
| ~1600 | Rolex Trophy Ceremony – hosted appetizers |
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Unveiling the International Women’s Championship
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You can’t be what you can’t see
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Curmudgeon’s Observation
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Yacht Club House Drinks 2024
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