Regatta Location:
Davis Island Yacht Club
1315 Severn Avenue
Tampa, Florida 33606
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Important Notes: 

• This J/70 North American Championship is a qualifier for the 2026 J/70 World Championship. 
• This event will also serve as the 2025-2026 DIYC J/70 Winter Series Event #1. Additional Winter Series events are scheduled for January 9 – 11, 2026, and February 6 – 8, 2026. 
• NA Registration website- https://yachtscoring.com/emenu/50327
• For unofficial but informative general announcements, you can opt in to the WhatsApp group with this QR code or WhatsApp link.
• Shirts can be purchased at dryshirt.com


Regatta Contact:
Kat Malone: krobinson75@gmail.com

J70 Class Executive:
howell@j70classoffice.com

Principal Race Officer:
Chip Till: chiptill5351@gmail.com

Schedule of Events:

Monday, December 1
• 0900–1800: Check-in & Inspection

Tuesday, December 2
• 0900–1300: Check-in & Inspection
• 1300 [DP]: Check-in closes; all boats, sails, and equipment must be inspected and afloat
• 1430: Practice Race
• 1830: Competitors’ Briefing
• 1900: Opening Ceremony

Wednesday, December 3
• 1100: First Warning Signal; subsequent race(s) ASAP
• After Racing: Refreshments at DIYC

Thursday, December 4
• 1100: First Warning Signal; subsequent race(s) ASAP
• After Racing: Refreshments at DIYC

Friday, December 5
• 1100: First Warning Signal; subsequent race(s) ASAP
• After Racing: Refreshments at DIYC

Saturday, December 6
• 1100: First Warning Signal; subsequent race(s) ASAP
• 1430: No Warning Signal after this time
• After Racing: Haul Out / Derig
• TBA: Awards Ceremony at DIYC

General Information About Boat Storage and Launching:

There are three (1 ton, 2 ton, and 5 ton) hoists. The 5-ton and 2-ton hoists will be utilized for the regatta. There is a large paved area surrounding the hoists. 

For boats competing in the North American Championship, but NOT additional Winter Series events:
• Boats may arrive after November 23 and must depart by December 10, 2025.
• No fee will be charged.
• Boats can be stored on DIYC property, if space exists. Otherwise, they must be stored outside of DIYC property.

For boats competing in the North American Championship AND additional Winter Series events:
• Boats may arrive after November 23.
• Storage sign-up will be opened at 0800 Eastern time on September 01, 2025.

General Information About the Racing Area:

Average Wind Direction during December: North to East
Average Wind Speed: 8–13 Knots
Average Water Depth: 10 Feet
Tides: Rise or Fall Up to 2.5 Feet or 0.75 Meters

December brings steady sailing conditions in Tampa Bay. Winds are typically from the north, providing consistent racing, though shifts from the east are also common. The water is generally flat in north, east, or west breezes, with minimal wave build-up. Southerly winds are uncommon, but when they occur, they can generate larger wave heights. Cold fronts are more likely in December than in November, occasionally producing stronger and gustier winds, which add an extra tactical element to racing.


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Travel and Local Information:

The yacht club is located approximately 15 minutes from Tampa International Airport. 

There is limited parking for trailers and cars at the yacht club. The club is located about 3 km from several large brand hotels. There also may be private home/room rentals available nearby through Airbnb or VRBO.