Get Ready for the 2027 Lakeside Yacht Club Regatta!
Join us on the open waters of Lake Erie for two awesome days of competitive racing, camaraderie, and classic Lakeside hospitality on July 10th & 11th, 2027!
Whether you’re a seasoned regatta veteran or looking to try racing for the very first time, we have a fleet for you:
- Spinnaker Fleet
- Jib & Main (JAM) Fleet
- NEW! Novice Fleet: Perfect for skippers and crew looking to test the waters without the stress! To keep things fun, safe, and casual, the Novice fleet features:
- Simplified racing rules & a reduced entry fee
- No minimum crew requirements
- Autopilots permitted
- Mandatory 2-boat-length “Sail Bubble” around all competitors at all times
Race Schedule & Details
Location: Open waters of Lake Erie at the eastern end of Cleveland, using CYRA fixed marks.
Format: One race scheduled each day, wrapping up by 2:30 PM both days so everyone has plenty of afternoon time to relax and celebrate.
After-Race Fun: Enjoy complimentary refreshments for all competitors right after racing both days!
Trophies & Honors
Prizes will be awarded to top finishers in every fleet following Sunday’s race, including two historic trophies:
The Gulden-McCarty Cup: Awarded to the overall winner in the largest fleet of Sunday’s race.
The Ruhlman Cup: Awarded to the overall two-race series winner in the Spinnaker fleet.
Visiting Competitor Perks
Make a week of it! All registered competitors receive complimentary dockage and full access to Lakeside Yacht Club facilities from July 7th through July 14th.
Registration & Contact
Notice of Race & Online Registration: Available on YachtScoring.com by February 1st.
Questions? Reach out to the Regatta Committee anytime at LYCregatta@icloud.com.
See you on the water!
