Sailors from 15 different U.S. states as well as Ontario, Switzerland, and as far off as Hong Kong, are preparing for the race of a lifetime – the 333 mile Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, presented by Wintrust.
The Mac, as it is affectionately known, kicks off Friday, July 12, 2024 (cruising division) and Saturday, July 13, 2024 (racing division) with 3,000 sailors competing in this world-class sporting event. Although The Mac remains primarily an amateur event, this race has a proven track record of attracting some of the finest sailing talent in the sport.
The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac is the longest, annual freshwater sailing race in the world. It takes place on Lake Michigan.
Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac Quicklinks: (Look for updates as racetime approaches)
Chicago Yacht Club Race To Mackinac – Photos via Instagram
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Throwback Thursday - The Race to Mackinac, July 2018...
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The Race To Mackinac starts today with the cruising division. Tomorrow, the rest of the sailboats make the trek starting at 10am. This image is on the cover of my latest book, “Chicago - Morning, Noon & Night”. Link in the bio.
The Race To Mackinac starts today with the cruising division. Tomorrow, the rest of the sailboats make the trek starting at 10am. This image is on the cover of my latest book, “Chicago - Morning, Noon & Night”. Link in the bio....
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Tomorrow the Race to Mackinac begins in Chicago on Lake Michigan
Aerial view of the sailboats entered in the Race to Mackinac today....
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23 Favorite Moments from 2023 (not ranked)
4. The Race to Mackinac started with beautiful sunny skies, but near the end of the starts a storm broke out like no other. The rain was big, cold and fierce. The rain was so thick you swear it was snowing. Waterproof gear got tested.
23 Favorite Moments from 2023 (not ranked) 4. The Race to Mackinac started with beautiful sunny skies, but near the end of the starts a storm broke out like no other. The rain was big, cold and fierce. The rain was so thick you swear it was snowing. Waterproof gear got tested....
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Rough Waters. This afternoon on Lake Michigan for the Race To Mackinac
Esprit d’Ecosse and friends ready for the 2023 Chicago race to Mackinac! #cycrtm...
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Post-race partying after six days of race committee duty for racetomackinac, and a tiny view of the minor chaos of docking 100+ boats at the island. Parties included a newly created brunch for first timers - both crew of new boat/skipper combos doing their inaugural race, and individual crew members doing their first Mac. Love the positive reinforcement for newbies. #cycrtm
Post-race partying after six days of race committee duty for racetomackinac, and a tiny view of the minor chaos of docking 100+ boats at the island. Parties included a newly created brunch for first timers - both crew of new boat/skipper combos doing their inaugural race, and individual crew members doing their first Mac. Love the positive reinforcement for newbies. #cycrtm...
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An amazing experience to participate in the 115th Chicago Mac Race! #bucketlist #sailing #cycrtm morgantanski
An amazing experience to participate in the 115th Chicago Mac Race! #bucketlist #sailing #cycrtm morgantanski...
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The Chicago Race to Mackinac has begun, and he's cheering them on.
Since 1921, the Race to Mackinac has run consecutively every year, remains the longest annual freshwater distance race, and is recognized as one of the most prestigious sailing races in the world.
Today, sailors from Maine to California make this race an invariable part of their summer. Moreover, each year, the Mac hosts sailors from as far off as Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Australia.
Although the Mac remains primarily an amateur event, this race has a proven track record of attracting some of the finest sailing talent in the sport.
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The Chicago Race to Mackinac has begun, and he's cheering them on. Since 1921, the Race to Mackinac has run consecutively every year, remains the longest annual freshwater distance race, and is recognized as one of the most prestigious sailing races in the world. Today, sailors from Maine to California make this race an invariable part of their summer. Moreover, each year, the Mac hosts sailors from as far off as Hong Kong, New Zealand, and Australia. Although the Mac remains primarily an amateur event, this race has a proven track record of attracting some of the finest sailing talent in the sport. America's Favorite Weatherspotter Yeagor 150# Black Russian Terrier #greatlakes #lakemichigan #chicago #illinois #usa #mackinac #mackinacisle #mackinacisland #michigan #usa #sayyestomichigan #sail #chicagoyachtclub #sailboatrace #sailing #sailon #sailingadventure #sailingaway #chicagomac2023 #cycrtm #weatherwatch #watchweather #weatherspotter #weatheringwithyou #cherylscottwx #weatheryoulikeitornot...