Musto Skiff
2025 Worlds
Woollahra Sailing Club
SYDNEY | AUSTRALIA
2 – 10 JANUARY 2025
ACO 14th Musto Skiff World Championship 2025
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
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EVENT DETAILS
Event Dates
Thursday 2nd January 2025 to Friday 10th January 2025.
- The 2025 Australian National Titles will be hosted on 2nd & 3rd January and double up as the 2025 Worlds practice races.
- The 2025 World Championship will be hosted from 4th to 10th January with two lay days planned.
HOST & VENUE
The hosts are Woollahra Sailing Club based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
The sailing club is situated overlooking the picturesque Rose Bay, with fantastic views of Sydney and some of the best dinghy sailing facilities on the Harbour. The club is conveniently located only a short drive or a 15-minute ferry ride from the CBD.
Sailing club address:
Woollahra Sailing Club
2 Vickery Ave
Pannerong (Rose Bay)
NSW
2029
Australia
View event location on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QGhP8bDkubx4i4dM7
ORGANISING AUTHORITY
The Organising Authority is the Woollahra Sailing Club Ltd in conjunction with the International Musto Skiff Class Association (IMSCA).
Woollahra Sailing Club website:
www.woollahrasailingclub.org.au
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2025 WORLDS SPONSORS & PARTNERS
We are proud to be sponsored by ACO for the 2025 World Championships, as well as J&J Robertson and Sons, who is partnering with ANJ Container Services to support the participating classes in Sydney.
In addition, we are also proud to once again be partnering with Musto, Ovington Boats, and the International B14s Class.
Find out more about our sponsors and partners here >>
ENTRY FEES & REGISTRATION
Entry Fees
- Early Entry Fee (AUD) before 01 Aug 2024 = $750 (ENDED)
- Entry Fee (AUD) from 01 Aug until 31 Nov 2024 = $800
- Late Entry Fee (AUD) from 30 Nov 2024 = $900
Youth Discount:
Competitors who are aged 25 and under on 1st January 2025 will receive a discount of 50% on entry fees.
Included in Entry Fee:
- Access to all organised social events (1 x ticket for welcome and presentation functions.)*
- Access to all organised MSCA races over 2 – 10 January 2025.
- Access to on-shore areas for boat storage during the event.
- All event entrants will also receive an exclusive event branded t-shirt provided by class sponsor, Musto.
Entry is not accepted until payment is made in full. Refer to the latest Notice of Race before entering for the confirmed entry terms and latest entry fees and entry closing date.
* Extra social event tickets for partners and family will be made available to purchase on a first come basis. All social activities may be subject to change.
Travelling to the event from outside of Australia? Find out more about shipping containers being arrange via the Class Association here >>
How to Register
You can enter via the event entry registration button below.
NOTE:
- Details on how to make payment for entry is provided in the Notice of Race (NOR). See the Event Documents section here>>
- The entry and payment page is in English. If required, you can translate website content to another language using Google Chrome.
- You must be a current Musto Skiff class association member to participate in the 2025 Worlds. More details on class membership can be found here >>
Travelling to the event from outside of Australia? Find out more about shipping containers being arranged via the Class Association here >>
EVENT DOCUMENTS
Notice of Race (NOR)
The NoR is available on the official noticeboard of the Woollahra Sailing Club website. This is now published to view and download.
Sailing Instructions (SIs)
The sailing instructions are available on the official noticeboard of the Woollahra Sailing Club website. They will be published closer to the event date.
Venue & Event Guide
Woollahra Sailing Club
This comprehensive guide includes everything you need to know to get ready for the 2025 Worlds at Woollahra Sailing Club, including site maps, allocated rigging areas, launching and rigging facilities, racing areas, commercial vessel and ferry routes, wind conditions, Sydney Harbour tides, and much more!
Best Practice Guide for Use of Rose Bay
(Roads & Maritime)
Sea Planes fly and take off from Rose Bay Near Woollahra Sailing Club. It is important that both seaplane pilots and boaters engage with one another effectively on the water. Please view this best practice guide for more knowledge.
RACING SCHEDULE
The provisional schedule for racing is as follows, with final details to be confirmed in the Sailing Instructions:
Practice Races: 2025 Pre-Worlds / 2025 Australian National Titles
- Thursday 2nd January – Day 1 (2 races)
- Friday 3rd January – Day 2 (2 races)
Championship Races: 2025 Worlds
- Saturday 4th January – Race Day 1 of World Championship (2 races)
- Sunday 5th January – Lay day (flexible based on weather conditions)
- Monday 6th January – Race Day 2 of World Championship (3 Races)
- Tuesday 7th January – Race Day 3 of World Championship (3 races)
- Wednesday 8th January – Lay day (flexible based on weather conditions)
- Thursday 9th January – Race Day 4 of World Championship (3 races)
- Friday 10th January – Race Day 5 of World Championship (3 races) (Prize-giving)
The race schedule may be subject to change. Please check the latest version of the NOR and Sailing Instructions before the event starts, which is available on the official noticeboard of the Woollahra Sailing Club here
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 the Pre-Worlds and the Worlds at the close of the event on Friday 10th January.
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 Notice of Race (NOR) for information on required boat insurance for all entrants. Non-Australian sailors will need to pay an additional insurance premium to obtain additional geographic coverage extending to Australia (including damage and Third party liability). Noble Marine have confirmed that their charge will be £168 (excess of £500),
In addition, we recommend that all entrants arrange suitable travel insurance.
EVENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT
The team at Ovington’s will not be on-site to provide local support for the event. As such, competitors are advised to make their own arrangements just in case spares are not available during the event dates from local suppliers. Any updates on event technical support closer to the event will be announced here and on the International Facebook page and group
BOAT ARRANGEMENTS - SHIPPING CONTAINERS (UK & EUROPE)
Bookings for the Europe to Sydney shipping container has now closed. The latest updates will be shared in the private WhatsApp Group for all sailors confirmed for the shipping container, or emailed directly via WebCollect.
You can also contact Class Member Secretary, David Annan, directly via email.
The international committee is currently looking at options and quotes for shipping containers for the class to get boats from the UK and Europe to the sailing club in Sydney. This option will be available to all class members in the UK and Europe.
Container loading locations will likely be at a South Coast UK location, but other locations in the UK (North) and/or continental Europe may be possible if there is sufficient demand in each location. Places will be limited and on a first come basis.
For more information and to book your boat on a container, click on the link below:
If you are unable to ship your boat and you need to borrow a boat locally in Sydney instead, try sharing a post on any of the class Facebook groups or getting in touch with local sailors that you know. Class members are always willing to help each other to ensure everyone can get involved in the event.
OTHER ADMIN
IMPORTANT - TOURIST TRAVEL VISA
All travellers who are not Australian citizens need to obtain a valid visa or authority to enter Australia. This must be obtained BEFORE travelling to Australia. It is your responsibility to arrange all the required documents and visa that you need to enter Australia.
The following links are provided as a guide only:
- Australian Border Force – Crossing the Border – Travel Documents
- Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs – Immigration & Citizenship
- Visas and citizenship (UK Embassy guidance and links)
- FAQ – Australian High Commission UK
- Australia.com – Travelling to Australia from the UK: Visa and Entry Requirements FAQs
Social Events Schedule
Organised Social Events
Organised social events included in your entry fees:
- Thursday 2nd January: Welcome event. Informal meal hosted at the club with light platters/canapés.
- Saturday 4th January: Paella night hosted at the club.
- Friday 10th January: Prize Giving Dinner – Food truck dinner hosted at the club.
Additional socials (not included in entry fees):
- Thursday 9th January: Organised dinner at the iconic Australian 18 Footers League Bar & Restaurant. This event is not included in the entry fee. Tables will be reserved for the class but drinks and food must be purchased at the restaurant. To secure the venue space, advance bookings are required. Timings and more details on how to book will be announced soon.
Thursday 9th January: Spectator ferry on Sydney Harbour to watch the B14 and Musto Skiff World Championship racing. Organised by the B14 class and hosted by Mandalay Cruises. 2pm departure at Rose Bay Wharf. Get more details and book your tickets here.
NOTE: The social events schedule may be subject to change. Locations and confirmed timings will be announced in advance of each day.
See the latest NOR for times and more details.
Social Event TICKETS
At least 1 x ticket to each of the organised social events is included in your entry fee.
Extra social event tickets for partners and family will be made available to purchase on a first come basis. Details and ticket prices to be confirmed.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TYPICAL WIND CONDITIONS
The average temperature in Rose Bay in January for a typical day ranges from a high of 81°F (27°C) to a low of 69°F (21°C). Some would describe it as pleasantly warm with a gentle breeze. For comparison, the hottest month in Rose Bay, January, has days with highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows of 69°F (21°C). The coldest month, July has days with highs of 62°F (17°C) and lows of 52°F (11°C).
Historically, the wind in Rose Bay during January blows at an average speed of 11.9 mph (19.2 kph). The windiest month is August with an average wind speed of 12.1 mph (19.4 kph), while the calmest month is April with an average wind speed of 10.5 mph (16.9 kph).
Source: Wanderlog.com (Rose Bay, NSW)
Rose Bay: Latest Wind Forecast
Source: Windy.app (Rose Bay, NSW)
Rose Bay: Live Wind Map
GETTING THERE - TRAVEL OPTIONS
The regatta will be conducted at Woollahra Sailing Club in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
View event location on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QGhP8bDkubx4i4dM7
Rose Bay is well connected to the rest of Sydney by bus, and there’s a good amount of parking in the area for those with their own cars. The Eastern Suburbs Ferry Service, which connects Circular Quay to Rose Bay and Watsons Bay, is also an option. (Source: Viator.com)
If coming from the airport, it is also easy to get to the sailing club location by ferry from the City Centre. This is better than travelling by bus as you will get a good view of the harbour.
The following section provides some useful links to help you plan your travel to Sydney, Australia. This includes options for getting to Sydney by airplane and some information about public transport and car hire options to get around Sydney on arrival.
By Air - Flying to Sydney
If you are travelling to Sydney from an international airport in the UK or Europe, you will have many flight options to get to Australia. The following section provides some useful links to help you plan your travel to Sydney, Australia.
8 Tips for Flying to Australia
Airlines that fly to Australia
Stopovers: From the UK to Australia
Australia.com – Getting here: find cruises and flights to Australia
Skyscanner.net – Checking options for flights to Sydney, Australia
By Car - Getting around Sydney by hire car
Big car hire firms active in Australia include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget and Thrifty, all of which are represented at Sydney and Melbourne airports.
Check what car hire options are available at your arrival airport, go direct to one of the big car hire firms, or explore car hire comparison websites to get the best deal for the vehicle size you need and your length of stay.
Don’t forget to bring a valid and in date driver’s license to confirm and collect your car hire on arrival.
Public Transport - Getting around Sydney by public Transport
Woollahra Sailing Club is situated at Rose Bay, Sydney, and is only a short drive from the CBD or a 15-minute ferry ride. You can plan your trip on arrival using map and trip planning websites and apps, such as:
According to Sydney.com, ‘even with its diverse suburbs and attractions, Sydney is a straightforward city to get around. The metropolitan area offers a great network of public transport, roadways and cycling and walking paths. Just hop on a bus, train or ferry and start exploring.’
Transport NSW – Explore Sydney by Public Transport
Australia.com – Getting Around Sydney
Accommodation Options
As the 2025 Worlds will be a shared event week with the B14 class, they have kindly shared some information with the Musto Skiff class on local accommodation options. They have have prepared a couple of documents to help you plan your accommodation whilst attending the Worlds.
If you are enquiring about the ‘New College’ campus accommodation option, please let the New College contact know that you are there for the B14/Musto Worlds.
Things to do at the Event Location
Additional Tourist Information
Useful links to plan your trip and activities in Sydney and Australia during the 2025 World Championships:
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
EVENT TITLE SPONSOR
We are proud to be sponsored by ACO, who is the Event Title Sponsor for the 2025 Musto Skiff World Championship in Sydney, Australia. ACO is one of the world's leading water technology companies, particularly for rainwater and wastewater management. The ACO Group is a global company represented with branches and production sites in more than 50 countries and with more than 5,000 employees. For over a decade, ACO has been the lead sponsor of the Musto Skiff World Championships. ACO Managing Director, Iver Ahlmann has also competed in the class events, showing his impressive sailing talent and skills on the water with his achievements including second place in the European Championships and winning the regatta at the in-famous Kieler Woche.
To learn more about ACO, visit www.aco.com
EVENT SPONSOR
As a sponsor of the 2025 World Championship, J&J Robertson and Sons, working in partnership with ANJ Container Services, is supporting the participating classes with freight handling, container services, and container storage in Sydney. A proud, family-owned Sydney company, J&J Robertson and Sons have been serving the waterfront for over 55 years, delivering exceptional service across transport, warehousing, and more. Their dedication to quality and first-class service has made them a leader in the industry.
Find out more about J&J Robertson and Sons: www.jjrobertson.com.au
EVENT SPONSOR
ANJ Container Services, in partnership with J&J Robertson and Sons, will support the participating classes with freight handling, container services, and container storage in Sydney. ANJ Container Services is a company based in Sydney that provides services in general cartage, depot operations, container storage, underbond storage, fumigation, inspection services and more! With over 30 years of experience, ANJ is at the forefront of containerised freight handling in Sydney and Australia.
Find out more about ANJ Container Services: anj.com.au
EVENT PARTNER
As a partner of the 2025 World Championship, Musto is supporting the prize giving and award activities for the class with a range of their latest clothing and dinghy kit. In addition, every Musto Skiff competitor will receive a Musto event t-shirt. Musto is an iconic British apparel and footwear brand with over 50 years of heritage. The brand was established in 1964 by Keith Musto, the world renowned Olympic sailing medallist, and has since become a global brand known for its innovation and product performance.
Find out more about Musto: www.musto.com
EVENT PARTNER
As a partner of the 2025 World Championship, Ovington Boats Ltd is supporting the class with pre-event arrangements for technical support. Ovington Boats Limited is the sole builder of the class and one of the worlds most successful small boat building businesses specialising in the high performance dinghy market. Based in North Shields in the north east of England, all of their boats are hand built to the highest standards using a variety of modern materials and construction methods.
Find out about Ovington Boats Ltd: www.ovingtonboats.com
EVENT PARTNER
We are pleased to once again be partnering with with International B14 Class, who will be hosting their own World Championship during the event week and joining the Musto Skiff class for socials. The B14 was designed in 1986 by 18ft skiff champion Julian Bethwaite. The blend of skiff ideas, such as hiking racks, retracting spinnaker pole, asymmetric spinnaker, flexible topmast and a dish-like cockpit make the B14 an attractive boat.
Find out more about the International B14 class: www.b14.org
EVENT PARTNER
We are pleased to be partnering with Woollahra Sailing Club based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, for our 2025 World Championship. The sailing club is situated overlooking the picturesque Rose Bay, with fantastic views of Sydney and some of the best dinghy sailing facilities on the Harbour. The club is conveniently located only a short drive or a 15-minute ferry ride from the CBD.
To find out more, see their website at www.woollahrasailingclub.org.au
EVENT CONTACTS
If you have any questions about the ACO 14th Musto Skiff World Championship 2025 or require additional information to help you to plan and register your attendance at this event, contact the class association organising committee by email via worlds@mustoskiff.com
Class Contact:
Get contact details for all International Class Committee members here.
E: worlds@mustoskiff.com
W: www.mustoskiff.com
Club Contact:
Woollahra Sailing Club
2 Vickery Ave
Pannerong (Rose Bay)
NSW
2029
Australia
T: +61 2 9371 9805
E: sail@woollahrasailingclub.org.au
W: www.woollahrasailingclub.org.au
Press & Media Contact:
Natalie Hilton – International MSCA
E: comms@mustoskiff.com
W: www.mustoskiff.com
