One-design boats must hold valid class measurement certificates for their fleet and be members of a recognized yacht club.
The history of the Bluenose Class sloop began in 1946 when naval architect William J. Roué designed the wooden one-design.
Modifications and improvements in construction over the years reflect the needs of an evolving race fleet dedicated to rightly maintaining the one-design features of Bluenose Class Sloop.
Windward-leeward only, each fleet with its own start. A minimum fleet of five boats is required to race this course.
First built in 1995, the Farr 30 was designed as a state-of-the-art, offshore, one-design that would be fast and exciting while still being economical to run and easy to sail.
The International One-Design is a 33-foot sloop that is actively raced in One-Design Fleets all over the world.
Designed in 1979, the Sonar is a fantastic racing boat for the new millennium. Its rapid growth and ISAF-recognized status assure its longevity and value for many years to come.
Since its introduction in March 2012, the J/70 has quickly established itself worldwide, with 900+ boats sailing in 20+ countries in 2015.
Chester Race Week was the proud host of the 2024 J/70 Canadians.
Racers on this course race some windward-leeward races and some distance races.
Designed by Rod Johnstone in 1990, the J/105 was the first spirit boat.
The J/105 is unsurpassed if you are looking for strong one-design competition in your local area or if you can travel to away regattas.
The J/29 emphasizes sailing performance — speed, handling, seaworthiness, and comfort underway.
If you spend most of your time on the water sailing, with an occasional overnight during the season, the J/29 is the way to go.
The C&C 33 is admirably suited to both racing and cruising. Despite their vintage, these boats remain popular club racers.
Chester Race Week is pleased to welcome the C&C 33 fleet to the Inshore Course.
Monohull handicap boats must have a valid Sail Nova Scotia PHRF Handicap and be a member of a recognized yacht club.
The Sail Nova Scotia Handicap Committee Representative may convert visiting boats’ existing handicap (e.g., PHRF) using accepted formulas.
Those visiting boats are asked to contact Kim Johnson by August 1 to arrange such a conversion.
PHRF-NS A / B racing circles will sail a mixture of windward/leeward and around-the-cans courses using fixed and/or inflatable marks.
Fleet splits will be at the discretion of the Organizing Authority.
PHRF-NS A / B racing circles will sail a mixture of windward/leeward and around-the-cans courses using fixed and/or inflatable marks.
Fleet splits will be at the discretion of the Organizing Authority.
