The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Yacht for Fastnet Race 2025

ROLEX FASTNET RACE 2025

Fastnet Race 2025 - Choose your weapon!

The Rolex Fastnet Race is one of the world’s most iconic offshore yacht races, offering an unparalleled challenge for skippers, crew, and yachts alike. Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, there’s no better year to compete in this prestigious event. Starting from Cowes, the 695-mile course takes the fleet across the Irish Sea to Fastnet Rock, finishing in Cherbourg. With over 450 yachts from around the globe, it’s a bucket list race for sailors of all levels. So, which is the best yacht for you in the Fastnet Race 2025?

Something fast and easy to handle for the Fastnet Race?

SunFast 30OD

The SunFast 30 One Design was designed for the amateur and next-generation sailors, providing a one-design monohull perfect for shorthanded sailing. It’s an ideal choice for those who seek a manageable yet competitive yacht. More

SunFast 3300

Built as an all-around racing machine, the SunFast 3300 offers balance and versatility. It’s designed for short-handed offshore racing, boasting impressive results in various conditions. More

SunFast 3600

Strong and lightweight, the Sun Fast 3600 excels across a wide range of conditions. Its ergonomic cockpit design ensures easy and efficient handling, suitable for both shorthanded and fully crewed racing. More

An epic Grand Prix racing machine for an epic race!

VOR 65 - Sisi

Built in 2014 and refitted in 2023, the VOR 65 Sisi is a powerhouse designed to endure the toughest conditions. It promises an exhilarating ride, perfect for those aiming to push their limits in the Fastnet Race. More

RP 86 - Way of Life

This Super Maxi 86, designed by Reichel/Pugh, stands out as an iconic racing yacht. Known for its distinctive design and consistent victories, the R/P 86 offers a thrilling race experience. More

VOR 70 - Ocean Breeze

Formerly known as Sanya, Ocean Breeze is a high-performance yacht built for long-distance offshore racing. She competed in the 08/09 and 11/12 Ocean Race. Ocean Breeze is one of the Fastest Volvo 70’s and the best example of the iconic VOR 70 available to charter. . More

Complete the Fastnet Race in style with a legendary winner

64′ Modern Classic – Crusade

Prepare to enter the realm of legendary offshore racing in a boat that won the notorious Sydney Hobart race.

Combining yachting heritage with high-powered performance, Crusade stands out as one of the largest and most beautiful sailing yachts available for charter in the UK. Designed during an era when racing yachts could be both fast and comfortable, she was built robustly enough to be rated 100A1 on the Lloyd’s Register. At 64 feet, Crusade offers guests an ideal blend of spacious comfort, safety, and easily manageable power and speed.

This boat is as big a legend as the race itself. More.

Life begins at 40 !

Farr 40

Designed by Farr and built by McConaghy, the Farr 40 is a high-performance yacht known for its user-friendly design. With a simple interior, 8 pipe cots, Garmin instruments and and versatile sail options, it’s perfect for seasoned sailors looking to compete in the Fastnet Race. More

First 40

The First 40 has proved itself over the years by notching up impressive race results and is a firm favourite for those looking to charter. Great for novice crews but also a very popular boat with the more experienced teams looking to push for silverware. More

Spoilt for choice...

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a novice looking to dive into the world of offshore racing and indeed the the Rolex Fastnet Race 2025 , we have a yacht to suit your needs. From shorthanded sailing options to epic racing machines and legendary classics, this 100th-anniversary race is set to be an unforgettable adventure. Choose your yacht, join the fleet, and make history in one of the world’s most iconic yacht races.