New for 2025 is the adoption of the AERA YTC Rating System for our Classic Yachts, Spirit of Tradition Yachts and Dayboats, racing in a handicap class.
AERA YTC powered by the RORC Rating Office and the RYA is an initiative to promote club level participation in racing by cruising yachts and cruiser-racers. The objective is to provide a simple rating assessment so that skippers of any skill level may feel encouraged to race their boats in club events and events such as Cowes Classics Regatta. AERA YTC has a proven ability to provide closely competitive racing for a wide variety of yachts and is supported by the RYA and uses the experience of the RORC Rating Office to administer the system.
Obtaining a AERA YTC Rating is free of charge and all you need to know and the application form can be found here;
Please note that KLR Ratings from previous Cowes Classics Week events will not be valid for Cowes Classics Regatta 2025 and need to be replaced with a free AERA YTC Rating.
