2026 Events and Experiences
We hope you'll find the following events and experiences fun and educational. We'll continue to update and add new experiences as they become available. If you have a particular need or have a specific question, don't hesitate to reach out. info@180marine.com
APRIL 11, 2026 / BAMA Double Handed Farallones
The course has racers starting in the early morning off Baker Beach, rounding the Farallones in either direction and then finishing off the Golden Gate Yacht Club race deck. Covering a total distance of 54nm, the conditions for the DHF can be challenging, testing a double-handed crew’s stamina and seamanship. The race requires that participating boats meet the NCORC’s offshore safety requirements and that participating sailors study offshore safety topics and practice person overboard recovery before the race.
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APRIL 24, 2026 / 78th Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race
125 Nautical miles of iconic ocean racing to the party of the year! Join sailors for the 78th Annual Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race — a storied offshore classic full of strategy, adventure, and camaraderie.
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JULY 10, 2026 Chicago to Mackinac Race
The 2026 Mackinac racing season features two major events: the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac (CYC RTM) starts July 10, 2026, with Cruising Division Skipper's Meeting on the 10th.
Registration: For the Chicago race, registration opened in December 2025.
Safety: The 2026 CYC Race to Mackinac will mandate AIS transponders.
JULY 18, 2026 / Bayview Mackinac Race (BMOR) starts July 18, 2026, with both races culminating at Mackinac Island, continuing a long tradition of freshwater sailing. Registration for the Chicago race opened in late 2025, and the event will require AIS transponders for safety.
For the most current details, check the official Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac website (cycracetomackinac.com) and the Bayview Mackinac Race site (bycmack.com) as the dates approach.
HISTORY
The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac presented by Wintrust is the longest annual freshwater sailing race in the world. Starting in Chicago, the race spans 333 statute miles up Lake Michigan, finishing at the scenic Mackinac Island, Michigan. Widely recognized as one of the most prestigious yacht races in the world, the Mac Race is considered a bucket-list event for sailors across the United States and beyond, attracting participants from as far away as Europe, Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Australia.
The race's unpredictable weather and shifting winds on Lake Michigan make it a supreme test of sailing skill, rivaling many offshore ocean races. What first began in 1898 with just five boats has now evolved into a world-class sporting event.
JULY 17-19, 2026 / Corsair Nationals / San Francisco Bay
Mark your calendar, prep your trimaran, and get ready for three days of championship racing on the legendary waters of San Francisco Bay. Join the racing fleet or cruise alongside – all sailors welcome to experience, spectate, and celebrate trimaran excellence. Learn more >>
BAMA is the primary organization supporting multihull racing, cruising and safety in Northern California. As well as organizing multihull racing and cruising events, BAMA is the official source of Multihull PHRF Rating Certificates in Northern California. To race in Norther California regattas open to multihulls, your need a rating certificate issued by BAMA.
For its members BAMA sponsors SF Bay multihull specific regattas and series, including the Whales Chase Multihull Regatta, the BAMA Cup, and the Fast Cat Cup. The club also hosts events open to all, including safety seminars, club socials, and organized cruising outings.
Membership
Membership to BAMA is open to all. The annual membership fee is $50. By joining the BAMA community as a member you will support our efforts at organizing multihull sailing in the San Francisco Bay Area, while enjoying a fantasic community of people who love sailing the best boats in the world. To Join BAMA, the "Join BAMA" link below will take you to our membership signup page where you can pay for your membership and provide us with your member information.
Experience a new Corsair 760 on the water in Southern California!
Demos and training are by appointment. info@180marine.com
