Racing at HSSC

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Whether you’re chasing podium finishes or building confidence on the start line, racing at HSSC offers a supportive environment to improve, compete and connect.

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Racing at HSSC

Whether you’re chasing podium finishes or building confidence on the start line, racing at HSSC offers an inclusive and supportive environment to improve, compete and connect with fellow wind-sport enthusiasts.

View Upcoming Race Calendar

Tuesday Night Racing

Rules & Format

Our Tuesday evening series is the heart of the HSSC windsport community.

We run an inclusive, multi-discipline handicap fleet where traditional windsurfers, foilers, wingers, and kiters all compete on the same course.

Race Schedule & Briefing

Time: Racing takes place every Tuesday evening during British Summer Time.

Briefing: The course is agreed upon at approximately 17:45 with a verbal briefing for all competitors.

The Course: Typically a 3-buoy configuration consisting of beats, reaches, and runs. Marks may be permanent club buoys or inflatable marks laid for the evening.

The Gate Start

To ensure a high-speed, fair start for a mixed fleet, we use a Gate Start (Rabbit Start) shortly after 18:00.

- A Gate Board is selected during the briefing.

- The Gate Board approaches the starting mark on a long port tack.

- Competitors must cross the start line behind the Gate Board once it is up to speed and before it reaches the windward limit.

Safety: Any competitor making contact with the Gate Board is disqualified.

Equipment & Classes

We welcome a wide variety of kit, categorised to ensure competitive racing.

Longboard Class: Open to any traditional longboard. Sails are limited to a maximum of 9.5m to maintain a level playing field.

Open Class: No equipment or size restrictions for Shortboards, Wind-foils, Wing-foils, or Kites.

Pumping & Marks: In the spirit of club racing, pumping is permitted. Touching a buoy is also permitted, provided it does not interfere with another competitor's progress.

Finishing & Results

The Finish: The finish line is typically a line 90 degrees to the final leg of the course from the last buoy.

Format: We typically aim for four races per evening, light and conditions permitting.

Scoring: Results are calculated and posted in the club bar before closing time on the night of racing.

Safety & Insurance

Duty: In the event of a rescue being required, racers are expected to assist or man the rescue boat.

Liability: All members participate at their own risk. Third-party liability insurance is mandatory for all participants to ensure the safety of our community.