A montage of sailing from the CPYC Wednesday Night Race Series. The most popular Cruising Class racing activity.

The Cruising Class at CPYC runs a full schedule of racing, cruising and social activities for boats of various sizes. Handicap racing has been a fixture at CPYC for over 100 years and complements our extensive one-design racing program. Weekly racing and cruising activities occurs throughout the spring, summer and fall. Our beautiful, well protected basin with new docks is one of the finest on the Sound! Inquiries about joining should be directed to Fleet Captain Larry Romano.

Summer PHRF Series – The Sound’s only, full season around-the-buoys racing program. CPYC maintains numerous custom race marks enabling challenging courses to be set, quickly and efectively. Three fleets - Two spinnaker divisions and one non spinnaker division compete in 10 race days scheduled throughout the summer season. Four days are YRA-LIS sanctioned qualifiers. The Series runs on Sundays from June 13 - Aug 29, with the first warning at 1300. 

Wednesday Evenings – A boatload of fun every “hump” day. Racing is shared with area clubs assuring a large fleet and close competition. Enjoy dinner afterward on CPYC's beautiful deck overlooking the sound and the camaraderie of fellow competitors. A 15 race series from May 26 through September 1. The first warning gun is 1830. Contact Bernie Dorogusker for racing questions and contact Laurie Iffland about the Dinner Schedule.

Aunt Kate and Uncle Dan Series – A six race series encompassing the 3 major summer holidays and the 3 Sundays in September. See Cruising Class Library for NOR. Two Divisions only: 1 spinnaker and 1 non spinnaker. Vice Commodore’s Cup (Memorial Day) May 31; Commodore’s Cup July 5; and Rear Commodore’s Cup (Labor Day) September 6; September 12; September 19; September 26.  

Cedar Point OneDesign Regatta (June 5 & 6) – CPYC’s Cruising fleet to host the 9th annual OneDesign Regatta. Farr 30s, Beneteaus 36.7s, J/105s, J/30s, J80s and, Melges 24s. Click here for N0R and Click here for the Entry Form.

Jackie Flournoy Cup (June 20) – Ladies, it's time to show the men how it's done. This is a day for women skippers only, so come on out and have a great time.

The Wilbanks' J105, Revelation, leading in the One Design Regatta

 The Eaton's Neck - Middle Ground Night Race (June 25) – Take advantage of a near full moon in late June when evenings are warm and inviting. Racing begins off Cedar Point before sunset and the course of around 30 miles goes to 11B and Middle Ground and then back to the Club for an early morning finish. Come race with the Stars! Click here, for a link to the Sailing Instructions.

Safety Program – Please Read Safety Guidelines 

Storm Policy – Please Read  Storm Policy 

Social – Social activities include a season kickoff brunch, seminars, Wednesday night dinners, after race socializing on the upper deck and the Cruising Class Annual Dinner to close out the season. 

CPYC Clothing – Order your CPYC clothing here 

Looking to crew on a CPYC boat? Post your interest and qualifications on the Cruising Class Crew Listing page, or contact Fleet Captain Larry Romano by email or phone at 203-426-2013.