The 2025 Cobh to Blackrock Race is gearing up for a busy weekend in Cork Harbour this Saturday (6th September), where big wind weather forecasts indicate a fast edition of the annual fixture.
More than 30 boats have already registered, with expectations for even more participants. The race will begin at the Old Yacht Club in Cobh, navigating upriver to finish at Blackrock Castle.
Early forecasts show south-easterly winds gusting to over 30 knots for the 12 km voyage, which could yet prove challenging in the narrows and at Lough Mahon.
Race Officer Niall Hawes said, “We encourage skippers to enter early to help manage the multiple results.” A strong south-easterly breeze is predicted, promising potentially fast conditions for competitors.
The event features separate classes for kites and whites, promoting a diverse competitive environment. Results will be calculated using both IRC and ECHO handicaps.
There will be no dinghy division this year.
As Afloat reported recently, this race marks the first leg of the new “Triple Crown” Harbour Series, jointly organised by the Royal Cork Yacht Club and Cove Sailing Club. An additional team competition is included, with six teams entered thus far.
