Advertised Services
Looking to promote your business to Newport Berrmuda Race participants? Send an e-mail to webmaster@bermudarace.com with your business name, a web link or e-mail address, and a 10-15 word description. Businesses must be relevant to the race, and all listings are at the discretion of the BROC.
A listing does not imply endorsement of these services by the Bermuda Race Organizing Committee or the Newport Bermuda Race or any of its organizers or sponsors .
GENERAL SERVICES
Commanders' Weather: Weather package for the Newport Bermuda Race. Weather outlook, Gulf Stream, surface maps, grib files. www.CommandersWeather.com
Locus Weather: Individual, in person weather briefings in Newport during the days leading up to the race start, integrating yacht performance data, weather forecast information, and ocean current data to provide strategy recommendations. http://locusweather.com/2012newportbermu.html
Expedition Software Seminar: North U is hosting a two-day webinar on the use of Expedition software, hosted by Peter Isler. He will show how to sail safer, faster, easier and smarter. http://www.northu.northsails.com/tabid/31335//Default.aspx
Yachts for Charter: Several yachts' representatives have expressed interest in chartering yachts to Bermuda Race teams. Contact participation@bermudarace.com for the latest list.
Communications, software, and weather webinars will be presented in March, April and June by Bill Biewenga and North U. to help sailors better understand the latest technologies and how to apply them. For dates, further information and signups, visit us at:http://www.weather4sailors.com/onlineseminars.htm
Weather Routing: Weather Routing Inc. has established a firm reputation as being the world leader in yacht forecasting. In yacht racing, finding a good, reliable weather routing and forecast service can often make the difference between victory and defeat. http://www.wriwx.com/yacht/racing.php
Briartek.com Marine safety and global communications. Sales and rental of Cerberus Global Communication System. ORCA® MOB system sales and service. www.briartek.com
TSweather.com: Offshore forecast services by meteorologist Todd Santos. Newport to Bermuda and return trip weather packages available including Gulf Stream analysis. www.TSweather.com
Delivery Captain Steven B. Sammis: Experienced US coastal waters, Bermuda and US Virgin Islands. SB Sammis Maritime Services, 110 Pine St, Rehoboth, MA 02769 617-899-7033
Delivery Captain Michael Martel: USCG Master 100GRT. Have delivered Newport - Bermuda - Caribbean - US East Coast; reliable, professional, reasonable. My seasoned crew and I will bring your vessel home safely for you, wherever you need it to be. Non-smoker, references available. CaptMikeMartel@yahoo.com.
Delivery Captain Mark Ryder: Over 20 years sailing. Newport to Bermuda Race completed twice Various yacht deliveries on North and South Atlantic Sailing Captain in Costa Rica Owner Operator Charter Business in Halifax NS Recently expired Canadian Coast Guard Master 60 Tonne Ticket and Medical Emergency Duty Training. hsoupy@hotmail.com
Jenifer Clark's Gulf Stream: Serving the Newport Bermuda Race for 30 years with Ocean/Weather Routing. Contact Jenifer at 410-286-5370 or gulfstream@comcast.net.
Mystic Seaport Museum Store: Offering maritime art, Rosenfeld Collection prints, and books including John Rousmaniere’s A Berth to Bermuda. Mystic Seaport Store
Offshore Passage Opportunities: Providing free crew to help you get your boat back after the race. www.sailopo.com or call 1-800-4-PASSAGE
Seven Star Yacht Transport: Sailing scheduled Bermuda-Mediterranean for June 20-25. For more information contact Jay Jones (603) 568-8188 http://www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com/
Peters and May Yacht Transport: From Bermuda to Med and N. Europe. Departs second half of June. Space Available. Reserve now. http://www.petersandmay.com/
Sea Safety offers sales and service of maritime safety gear. Safety products include: AIS, EPIRB/ PLB’s, ISAF Liferaft (Sales. Service, Rental), PFD’s, Pyrotechnics, MOB devices, SART. www.seasafety.com
SailFast Optimum Routing Software: Fastest course to Bermuda. Grib viewer/weather analysis, Gulf Stream current and boat polars. http://www.sailfastllc.com/
Sailing Yacht Research Foundation. SYRF is a 501(c)3 that provides ongoing research and improvement the Offshore Racing Rule. Learn more.
Tidetech.org: Hi-Res Gulf Stream Ocean Current & SST GRIBs. Pre-Race analysis. www.tidetech.org
IMS Satellite Phone Group: Sales and rentals of Iridium, Inmarsat, and Globalstar and "SPOT" Personal GPS Tracker/Satellite messenger. Discounts for race participants. info@imagesat.com 212-741-8765.
NEWPORT AREA SERVICES
24' RIB Chase boat available for charter. Diesel inboard/outboard with t-top, GPS, VHF as a reliable, comfortable and efficient support boat. Contact George Adams at (239) 595-4520.
28' RIB Chase boat available for charter: Tender to “Pegasus” available (with Captain) by the day or week in Newport for Onion Patch and/or Newport - Bermuda Start. Contact garywjohnson57@yahoo.com for pricing and details
Elite Divers: Full dive service specializing in regatta and offshore racing dive services. Call (401) 848-5662
Servce Divers: Meticulous work done at reasonable pricing is what we are known for and hull cleaning is our speciality. (401) 965-3000
Gorilla Rigging: A specialty Rigging Shop in downtown Newport, providing custom textile rigging solutions to yachts from Class 40 to VOR. 401.787.0668 www.Gorillarigging.com
Hinckley Yacht Services: Located just six miles from Newport, our 15-acre, 100-slip facility in Portsmouth has earned an international reputation for craftsmanship, professionalism and service. http://bit.ly/xKzmEJ
Jamestown Private Classic Cottages: Available to rent anytime. See www.vrbo.com, listing #55656, 215155 and 223156.
Latitude 41 Composites: Last minute composite repairs/modifications. Over 25 years experience with advanced composites. Contact Dean 401-263-7129
Liferaft & Survival Equipment: LRSE.com. Everything you require for a safe journey to Bermuda: service, sales, rentals & training. Tiverton, RI, 401-816-5400.
Rig Pro - Southern Spars: A full-service rigging facility who can handle all of your sailing cordage, hardware, hydraulic and rigging needs. 401-683-6966.
Service Divers: Schedule now for cleanings and wipe downs prior to the big day. 401-965-3000
Taylor-Made Destinations: Represents over 50 quality hotels, inns, B&Bs, all suite properties, and vacation rentals in Newport area. http://www.citybythesea.com 800-847-6820.
The Poplar House: 19 Poplar Street. One, 2 or 3 BR suites, 5 car parking, 3 blocks from Newport Shipyard & downtown. 401-846-0976
BERMUDA SERVICES
Oceanwinds Villa and B&B: Bed & Breakfast accommodations, as well as access to other properties
Watercolours B&B: Next to ferry stop at Belmont with pool and waterfront views. Special rates for Bermuda Race Participants. Yacht mooring available with dock access. Call Carole 1 441 236 6002
Studio Apartment for rent: 6/16 - 6/23: St. George's Club. Sleeps 2/4, galley kitchen, bath, pools. mcivor_carole@yahoo.com
Elbow Beach. Just completed extensive refurbishments, an intimate resort with 98 suites & guestrooms, boutique hotel & spa on private pink sand beach.
Sea Assist LtdTowing: Salvage and general marine emergencies