Heemskirk Consolidated Westcoaster - from 27/12/10

New Sovereign Series NOR and SIs now live.

It's a classic. First run in 1972 and now recognised the world over for the true challenge it is, the Westocoaster is there, ready when you are. So grab your yellow cap and plunge down the wonderful West coast of Tasmania and I pray it is clear enough for you to see the coast of this World Heritage List area and of course, surf on past Maatsuyker Island, as you begin the run in towards Hobart.

As per usual, Yoko is setting sail in this 440nm race on December 27th. This year it will be their 29th consecutive Westcoaster. Wow - that's some feat indeed and you can join them. The Heemskirk Consolidated Sovereign Series combines the Boxing Day Dash with the Westcoaster and the King of the Derwent to give these crews a full workout.

Now if you would like to have your family and friends see you off from Portsea in style, then perhaps you need to look at a trip on 'Out to Lunch', which you can read about HERE.

Heemskirk Consolidated Westcoaster

Click HERE for the Sovereign Series NOR (version 1.20, valid as of 16/12/10),

Click HERE for the Westcoaster SIs (version 1.00, valid as of 16/12/10),

Click HERE to enter the Sovereign Series

Click HERE to see who is going.

NB. You must also complete and return you Safety Declaration forms, which are HERE

2009 Westcoaster winner was Jazz Player, where she snuck in just before dusk.

Image © and with thanks to Teri Dodds. This is the 2008 offshore start, with the line from 'Enterprize' on the left to the Portsea Pier on the right.

By John Curnow.