Lipton Cup 2025

Free

A three-day, multi-class regatta on Fri 14–Sun 16 November 2025, with an invitational twilight race on Friday, then full Off-the-Beach racing over the weekend. International Cadets are an invited class alongside Opti, Mirror and Opti Green Fleet, with a friendly club vibe and easy logistics (pre-arranged dinghy drop-off and clear competitor info).

Event Details

  • Date: 15/11/2025 9:00 am
  • Ends: 16/11/2025 5:00 pm
  • Location: RVYC
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Registration for this event is handled on an external website.

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Description

Northern Port Phillip’s premier multi-class regatta returns to Royals. International Cadets are an invited class, with a full OTB program and a great family vibe on shore.

Why it’s great for Cadets

  • Invited class: International Cadet racing both days (Optimist, Mirror & Opti Green Fleet also invited).
  • Big-regatta feel: multi-course OTB racing in Hobsons Bay, smooth race management.
  • Easy logistics: pre-arranged dinghy drop-off, support-boat guidance, and a full social program.

Key times

  • Competitor info sessions: Sat 11:30 · Sun 09:00
  • First warning: Sat 13:00 · Sun 10:25 (no signals after 15:00 Sun)
  • Friday: invitational twilight passage race for all regatta competitors

Entry fees

  • Early-bird (before 1 Oct): $55 single-handed · $85 double-handed · $55 Green Fleet
  • Regular: $65 single-handed · $95 double-handed · $65 Green Fleet
  • Late (after 9 Nov): $75 single-handed · $105 double-handed · $75 Green Fleet
  • Entries close: midnight Tue 11 Nov

How to register

  1. Open the Entry page.
  2. Choose OTB Entry and select your class (International Cadet or Opti/Mirror/Green Fleet).
  3. Complete skipper/crew & boat details and submit the Junior Consent Form if applicable.
  4. Confirm current Australian Sailing membership, accept the terms, and pay the fee.
  5. On the weekend, follow on-site instructions for rigging, briefings and racing.

Handy logistics

  • Dinghy drop-off: Fri 16:00–18:00 (by appointment) or Sat 08:00–11:00.
  • Support boats: register via the OTB entry link; launching available at the Warmies ramp.
  • Social: food, beverages and entertainment at the club across the weekend.