Musto Skiff

2022 Worlds

as part of kiel week 2022 | germany

21 – 26 June 2022

ACO 11th Musto Skiff World Championship 2022
EVENT OVERVIEW & REGISTRATION

With thanks to our
2022 Worlds Event Sponsor

EVENT DETAILS

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Event Dates

Tuesday 21st to Sunday 26th June 2022 (inclusive)

Event Location

Kieler Yacht-Club e.V.
Kiellinie 70
24105 Kiel

View event location on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/ppoVczi8qCdQ9Kwq6

Host & Venue

The ACO 11th Musto Skiff World Championship 2022 as part of Kiel Week 2022 will be hosted by Kieler Yacht-Club at the Olympic Sailing Centre, Kiel – Schilksee.

The event website: www.kieler-woche.de

If German is not your native language, there is an option to view the event website in English. You can also translate most pages and content on the event website by viewing the page using Google Chrome as your browser. To translate website content with Google Chrome, see here.

About The Venue Location

  • Kiel is the capital of Schleswig-Holstein with 247.121 inhabitants.
  • 27 sailing clubs, with 9 modern marinas for 3.000 boats and 20.000 active sailors and surfers.
  • 1936 and 1972 Olympic Games.
  • Olympic base of German Sailing Federation (DSV)

For more information about the Kiel location and host venue, see the Kieler Woche event guide here >>

EVENT DOCUMENTS

Notice of Race (NOR)

The NoR and registration is now available via the event website at www.kieler-woche.de/

Sailing Instructions (SIs)

The official notice board is located on the event website. The sailing instructions will be available closer to the event (from June 2022) on the Kiel Week event website.

ENTRY FEES & REGISTRATION

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Entry Fees

The entry fee for the ACO 11th MUSTO Skiff World Championship 2022 is:

  • For entries received and paid on or before 1st May 2022 – €400
  • For entries received and paid from 2nd May to 1st June 2022 – €450
  • For entries received and paid from 2nd June to 12th June 2022 – €500

Included in Entry Fee (provisional – subject to addition):

  • At least 1 x ticket to each of the principal events listed in section 5.2.3 of the NOR.*
  • Food will also be provided to all entrants at the end of each day’s racing.
  • All event entrants will also receive one Musto branded t-shirt.
  • A deposit of 5.00 EUR for the RFID safety wristband is also included in the entry fee. The deposit will be refunded on return.
  • The entry fee covers the berthing fee for 19 to 26 June only. (see 5.3 of the NOR)

Entry payment can be made by completing the on-line entry form at the point of registration.

Please refer to the NOR (section 5.4) for details on requested refunds, as well as cancellation, should the event be cancelled due to changes with the Covid-19 situation.

*Additional social event tickets can be purchased via Kiel Week. Details will be announced soon.

How to Register

NOTE:

  • The event is open to all boats of the Musto Skiff class.
  • Competitors shall be a current member of the IMSCA.
  • Eligible boats may enter no later than 12 June 2022 by registering online at the event website and paying the entry fee. 
  • The minimum number of entries is 40. The organising authority may cancel the event if the minimum number of entries has not been reached by 1 June 2022.
  • View the NOR for how to enter.

RACING SCHEDULE

The schedule for racing is as follows, with further details to be confirmed in the Sailing Instructions:

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Practice Races - Pre-Worlds 2022

  • Tuesday 21st June 2022 – 1 Day

Championship Races - Worlds 2022

  • Wednesday 22nd June 2022 – Race Day 1 
  • Thursday 23rd June 2022 – Race Day 2 
  • Friday 24th June 2022 – Race Day 3
  • Saturday 25th June 2022 – Race Day 4
  • Sunday 26th June – Race Day 5

The race schedule may be subject to change. Please check the latest version of the Sailing Instructions before the event.

Prize Giving Ceremonies

In addition to trophies, prizes will be provided by long-term Title Sponsor of the class, Musto, with prize giving ceremonies planned for both the Pre-Worlds – on 21st June 2022 – and the Worlds, at the close of the event, on 26th June 2022. 

Musto will provide several prizes from their extensive range of cutting-edge performance apparel and dinghy kit, and there will be plenty of opportunities to win a prize with several categories planned for the regatta, including Overall Winners, Silver, Youth, Master, Grand Master, and Legend.*

*Categories pending entries.

CREW ADMIN

INSURANCE

Refer to the NOR (section 18) for information on required boat insurance for all entrants.

In addition, we recommend that all entrants arrange suitable travel insurance.

BOAT ARRANGEMENTS

The International committee is on hand to provide extra support to assist those further afield that may require help with getting access to boats to commit to this event. If you would like to enquire about options for borrowing boats for the event, please contact International Class Secretary, David Rickard at secretaryREMOVE@REMOVEmustoskiff.com

EVENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Due to the current uncertainties resulting from Brexit, it is not currently known whether Ovington’s will have a van with certain spares.  Competitors are advised to make their own arrangements. Any updates on event technical support closer to the event will be announced here and on the International Facebook page and group.

For all entrants - Covid-19 Pandemic Vaccinations and Quarantines:

The Covid-19 pandemic remains an on-going situation. Vaccination and quarantine requirements may differ for each country and may also change at any time. Please continue to stay aware of any updates to legal requirements and advice to be followed at a country and regional level. This may be relevant prior to, during, and after the event period for both your own country and the event host country (Germany).

COVID-19 advice in Germany
More information for travellers visiting Germany, can be found on the Federal Health Ministry website here. (Option to change language is available on the website)

For GBR class entrants travelling from the UK to Europe:

Following the Brexit agreement, GBR sailors travelling from the UK to Germany are advised to check for any changes to your usual travel arrangements and any required documents (e.g., passports, travel insurance, driving documents), which may now be applicable as a direct result of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union (EU). You can check the latest travel advice via this link here: https://www.gov.uk/visit-europe-brexit

Social Events Schedule

Organised Social Events*

  • Opening Ceremony & Pre-Worlds Evening – (21 June)
  • Casual Evening Dinner & Special Guest Speaker Event (22 June)
  • Gala Dinner – sponsored by ACO (23 June)
  • Casual Evening BBQ (24 June)
  • Local Special Evening Meal (25 June)
  • Worlds Prize Giving (26 June)

In addition to the organised events for the class, Kiel Week will have a range of entertainment happening during the regatta, including Live-Bands, Acoustic-Dous, DJs and artists creating a colourful, lively nightlife with a vibrant ambiance for sailors and visitors.

The social events schedule may be subject to change. Locations and confirmed timings will be announced in advance of each day.

At least 1 x ticket to each of the principal events is included in your entry fee. Food is also provided to all entrants at the end of each day’s racing. Additional social event tickets can be purchased via Kiel Week. Details will be announced soon.

*Organised social events may change. A social schedule will be provided to all participants at registration.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Typical Wind / Racing Conditions

Iver Ahlmann at Kieler Woche 2020 / Photo by Uwe Paesler – Kieler Nachrichten / Courtesy of ACO Group

The average temperature in Kiel in June for a typical day ranges from a high of 67°F (19°C) and a low of 53°F (12°C). In June, Kiel is moderately humid with an average amount of 75% (relative humidity), which could be described as humid but cool. Historically, the wind in Kiel during June blows at an average speed of 14.9 mph (24.0 kph). [Source: Wanderlog.com]

Kiel is located near a large body of water (e.g., ocean, sea, or large lake). This section reports on the wide-area average surface temperature of that water. The average water temperature experiences extreme seasonal variation over the course of the year. The time of year with warmer water is from mid-June to late September, with an average temperature above 15°C. [Source: Weatherspark.com]

GETTING THERE - TRAVEL OPTIONS

Most of you in the UK and Europe may choose to drive with your boat to Kiel Week’s location, but if you choose to fly to Germany for the Worlds, the nearest airports to Kieler Yacht-Club are: Kiel, Hamburg, Lübeck and Denmark (Billund and Sonderburg). In addition to hire cars, there is also a very high quality level of public transport (both train and bus) to get you from the airport to the venue.

By Air

If you choose to fly to attend the 2022 Worlds as part of Kiel Week, you will have several airport options to choose from – with the furtherest away airport just 2.5 hours drive to the venue. Recommended airports include:

 

By Train and / or Bus (from airport to venue)

There is a high quality level of public transport (both train and bus) from each airport location. To help to plan your journey, see your relevant airport website or Google Maps.

Plan your journey with Google Maps here.*

* Google Maps links are a guide. Please check your airport location and destination address is correct before leaving the airport.

By Rental Car (from airport to venue)

If you are looking to rent a car for the week, there are many options available online or on arrival at the airport.

  • Kiel Airport to Kieler Yacht-Club: The distance by car from this airport is approximately 9kms / 15 minutes.
  • Hamburg Airport to Kieler Yacht-Club: The distance by car from this airport is approximately 100kms / 1 hour 33 minutes.
  • Lübeck Airport to Kieler Yacht-Club: The distance by car from this airport is approximately 100kms / 1 hour 23 minutes.
  • Billund Airport (Denmark) to Kieler Yacht-Club: The distance by car from this airport is approximately 218kms / 2 hour 25 minutes. (This route crosses a country border. Verify COVID-19 border restrictions before going.)
  • Sonderburg Airport (Denmark) to Kieler Yacht-Club: The distance by car from this airport is approximately 144kms / 1 hour 42 minutes. (This route crosses a country border. Verify COVID-19 border restrictions before going.)

** These directions are for planning purposes only. You may find that construction projects, traffic, weather, or other events may cause driving routes to differ from the suggested travel route, and you should plan your route accordingly. You must obey all signs or notices regarding your route – including speeds, which may be different from your own country.

Accommodation Options

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Hotels, Apartments & Self-Catering

Typically, the best options are either hotels or self-catering apartments.

Capacity overall in Kiel is 1,905 rooms; with 666 rooms being 4 stars and 695 rooms being 3 stars. There is also a campsite directly next to racing area.

If you use booking.com or airBnB or a similar search platform,please look for Kiel-Schilksee, Strande, Holtenau, Kiel-Nord or Altenholz (close to the event venue). We have been advised by the event hosts to avoid booking accommodation in Laboe. It is only 10 km from Schilksee, but it takes 45 minutes by car/bus.

Availability for accommodation options can be found on:

Camping at Kiel Week

Camping at Kiel Week is a great option to keep costs down. It’s also within walking distance of the venue.

As detailed on the FAQ for Sailors page on the official Kieler Woche website, a camping site for tents and caravans is available north of the Kiel-Schilksee Olympic Sailing Centre. 

A reservation in advance is neither possible or necessary! However, the GER committee has arranged an area within the campsite for up to 30 spaces for Musto Skiff class sailors. You can reserve your camping space upfront at no charge, and then pay the camp site directly on arrival. Spaces are on a first come basis.

Email WorldsREMOVE@REMOVEmustoskiff.com to reserve your space.

Here are the contact details to find out more about camping options:

Krüger Caravan GmbH
Ostseepark Raisdorf
Gutenbergstrasse 11
24223 Schwentinental
04307 – 8125-0

Premium Mobile Kuntz
Eichkoppel 1
24214 Gettorf 

www.kuntz2rent.de

Things to do at the Event Location

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In addition to all the fun and exciting activities happening on-site at Kiel Week, there are lots of great activities for families and visitors attending Kiel Week 2022. This includes:

  • To the zoo “Arche Warder” or “Tierpark Gettorf“
  • Visit a swimming pool (Schilksee or Hörnbad)
  • Visit a high ropes course (Falkenstein or Altenhof)
  • Go to Eckernförde and create BonBons
  • Go to one of the two botanical gardens in Kiel
  • Eating Kiel sprats
  • Taking a walk to the Bülk lighthouse and eating ice cream
  • Taking a hop-on hop-off tour on the red double-decker bus
  • Going to the Kiel Maritime Museum or to the Kiel Aquarium
  • Take a vacation at Schilksee beach

EVENT CONTACTS

If you have any questions about the ACO 11th Musto Skiff World Championship 2022 or require additional information to help you to plan and register your attendance at this event, contact the event organising committee at worldsREMOVE@REMOVEmustoskiff.com

Class Contact:

For event related enquiries:
E: worldsREMOVE@REMOVEmustoskiff.com
W: www.mustoskiff.com

Find the International Class Committee members here.

Find the Class Technical Sub-committee members here.

Club Contact:

Kieler Yacht-Club e.V.
Kiellinie 70, 24105 Kiel, Germany
T: +49 (0) 431 8 50 23
E: kiwoREMOVE@REMOVEkyc.de
W: www.kyc.de

Press & Media Contact:

Natalie Hilton – International MSCA
E: commsREMOVE@REMOVEmustoskiff.com
W: www.mustoskiff.com