Racing

We believe that sailing races are a good way to hone your skills as a sailor. Throughout the year we host both fun and competitive races. There are racing series for our members, as well as invitational regattas for other sailing clubs. River Rats is a member of US Sailing and the North Jersey Yacht Racing Association

In the youth sailing program, intermediate and advanced students are encouraged to participate in Junior Sweeps Race Week in August. The sweeps are held in conjunction with the Monmouth Sailing Club and Shrewsbury Sailing and Yacht Club.

Come join us in one of the many races throughout the summer. The informal, fun races are followed by a BBQ under the canopies at River Rats. The regattas are more competitive, but all are welcome!

Fun Races & BBQ's

Informal, FUN races are held weekly from mid-June through August - Wednesdays at 6:30 in June and July, followed by BBQs; Sundays at 3:30 in August, with bring-your-own picnics afterward. Come to sail and/or enjoy the BBQ. For information, see:

Rat Race - July 16, 2011

NJYRA National 10 Junior Championship and Portsmouth Handicap Fleet.
See photos and the race results on Facebook at "River Rats NJ"

Junior Sweeps Regatta - Aug. 8-11, 2011

Four days of races: 2 days (Aug 8th & 9th) sailed on the Shrewsbury River at Shrewsbury Sailing and Yacht Club; 2days (Aug 10th & 11th) sailed on the Navesink River at Monmouth Boat Club. See photos and race results on Facebook at "River Rats NJ".

Combined Chowder Bowl & Season Finale Bridge Race - Oct 8th or 9th

Due to having no wind on Sept 24th for the Chowder Bowl, and the Docks being re-decked on Oct 1 & 2, a combined Chowder Bowl and Season Finale Bridge Race will be held on Oct 8th or 9th. Anyone planning to race should send their preference for the day and time to Joe Malik at racing@riverratssailing.org . The choices are Saturday at 10 am or 1 pm, or Sunday at 1 pm. Joe will follow up with the selected day and time, and any additional instructions.