Göcek Autumn Race Week 2019
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Start:Göcek, Göcek Mahallesi, Fethiye/Muğla Province, Turkey
Finish:Göcek, Göcek Mahallesi, Fethiye/Muğla Province, Turkey
Göcek Autumn Race Week 2019
17th Gocek Autumn Race Week International Race
The Gocek Autumn Race Week regatta will be held this year 17 times from November 4 to 8 in Göcek, Turkey. Göcek Harbor is located in Fethiye Bay. There are many small bays and islands in this bay, which makes it very interesting for yacht competitions.
The regatta is organized by the yacht club of the city of Göcek, which has extensive experience in conducting such competitions. Twice a year, international regattas take place in Fethiye Bay in May and November. You can also join this event, meet new people, feel like a part of the team and feel the competitive spirit. At the moment, 69 crews have already been registered for the regatta.
Göcek Autumn Race Week 2019
November 4, 2019 — November 8, 2019from €600 / 5 days / 1pers.
Events schedule
Registration at the office: 09.00 - 13.00
Issuance of documents for the regatta (instructions, numbers, flags): 17.00 - 17.30
Briefing for skippers: 18.00 - 18.30. Daily briefings will be held from 9.00 to 9.15 every day
Party in honor of the beginning of the regatta: 19.00 - 22.00
Arriving at the venue of the regatta you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with your crew and your rivals. It is also a good day to explore Göcek and the surrounding area.
Race 1
The first race and the first chance to test yourself at sea in a competition. The first race may seem a difficult test, but we are sure that you can do it!
Racing 2 and 3
Awarding the winners of races 1, 2 and 3. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of each of the races. Perhaps you will be among them! But if not, don’t be discouraged, you will have some more excellent opportunities to show your qualities as a “sea wolf”.
Races 4 and 5
Equator regattas, which means you have already learned something, rallied as a team, and your chances of winning are growing. With each new race, the competition is becoming more interesting, because the crew is already more united and work together like a real team. Go ahead and you!
Race 6
Awarding of winners of races 4, 5 and 6: 20.00 - 23.00. Prizes will be awarded to winners of races 4,5 and 6. Also, prizes will receive the first three places in each series of races. Of course, it would be great to be among the winners, but even if this time you didn’t have enough to win, the impressions of the competition will remain with you for life. We can argue that this will not be your last regatta! After all, once having gone to sea, it is already impossible to stop.
The program of the regatta is subject to change.
Location
The regatta will be held in Fethiye Bay. The regatta route will be issued to crews along with instructions on November 4. The organizing committee reserves the right to change the route.
FAQ
Can I participate in a regatta if I don’t have yachting experience?
Yes, of course. There will be an experienced skipper and team members on the yacht. They will give you a role and teach you everything you need to know to be a useful team member and feel comfortable.
Will I be able to steer a yacht?
Yes, all team members will definitely try themselves in different roles to better understand each other. Standing at the helm is an integral part of training for beginners as well as setting sails, and helping the team during moorings.
Where will I live during the regatta?
As a rule, participants in the regatta live on the yacht. The boat has everything you need for a comfortable stay: nice beds, a kitchen, a shower with toilet. If you do not want to live on a yacht, then you can arrange to stay at the hotel onshore.
What will we eat?
The crew decides altogether what kind of food they prefer to eat and makes necessary purchases. Simple dishes can be cooked, usually taking turns. Some regattas offer daily meals and intensive evening program for all crews.
Do you help with a visa?
We can make an invitation for a visa, but you need to apply for a visa by yourself.
Will I have seasick? What should I do if I have sickness?
Most people tolerate some seasickness easily. If you feel that you are starting to feel sick, it is best to get at the steering wheel or tune the sails. Get yourself busy, show your body that you don’t have time to get sick, you have to fight for victory in the race. There are also many quite effective medicines from sickness. If you start taking them in advance, then the probability of seasickness is almost zero.
How and where will I meet the crew and the captain?
Before each trip, we organize an online meeting where participants get to know each other and the captain. The captain will answer all your questions. The crew will have a group chat so you can get to know each other before the start of the regatta. Then you will meet in the marina.
What clothes do I need?
The main rule is to dress comfortably and according to the weather. Clothing: • windbreaker and pants or shorts; • shirt/jacket with UV protection (thermal underwear and fleece); • adjustable hat/cap; • gloves. We recommend to purchase a long-sleeved jacket with UV protection in order to protect yourself from the sun and strong wind. Yachting shoes should be: • light, with non-slip white outsole; • with the fixed heel; • with a tightly closed nose. During the sailing without shoes, you can fall or injure your fingers and feet on the deck. There are many protruding parts on the boat that are easy to catch. Unfortunately, even experienced sailors are not protected from unpleasant injuries when they ignore this simple rule.
