Next BIG Event: 505 National Championship 2027 - Easter 2027
Saldanha Bay Yacht Club, Western Cape
Saldanha Bay Yacht Club, Western Cape
The 505 Class participated in the Western Cape Regional Championship on the 3-6 April 2026. 7 boats took part which included three brand new participants in the fleet. David Rae imported ITA 8944 from Germany, whilst Drew Scott had recently purchased RSA 8948 and Matt de Villiers sailed on the newly imported GER 8598 owned by Peter Funke. Racing was etremley tight with the top 4 boats regulary exchanging positions. Day 1 saw the fleet dominated by James and Richard (9063), with three first positions. Day 2 and 3, saw the Funke brothers return to form, followed closely by Rae/van Rensburg, whilst on the last day, Rae/v Rensburg and James/Richard both took a win each. The final result saw the Funke brothers and Rae/v Rensburg tied on points, with the Funkes taking the win on the tie break. James/Richard finised in third followed by newcomer, Theo Yon and crew Riaan in fourth.
The next event is the 505 KZN Regionals, 13-15 June, offshore Durban. This is the best time of the year to sail in Durban and it promises to be a cracker of an event.
The 505 Class held its 2026 Nationals at the Aeolians Club on the Vaaldam. Racing was extremely tight and the final results went down to the final race. Peter and Thomas Funke ended the regatta tied on points with Kyle Klaas and Robert von Gruenewaldt with both teams sharing 6 first places and 6 second places. The Funkes won the tie break by winning the last race. A solid third place finish went to Aaron Biagio and CJ Milln. The event was well organised and run and the class would like to express its appreciation to the Aeolians Club for their effort in hosting the event. The calendar for 2027 is in full planning and the major events are being scheduled. The next nationals will take place in the Western Cape over the Easter Weekend, the KZN Champs will be on the 18/19th of June in Durban and the Gauteng champs will be held at Aeolians in September. Keep an eye on the calendar for more details.
The 505 class is planning a very cool calender for 2026. Many fun events all over the country which are bound to get the interest going. Please contact your local rep and get your boat ready to sail. The events that need to be supported by all are:
OTHER EVENTS
- PSC Charity Regatta - 31 Jan/1 Feb 2026
- 505 Youth Cup - PYC Harbour (get a youngster sailing) - 14/15 March 2026
SERIES EVENTS
- Western Cape Championship over Easter in Saldanha - 3-5 April 2026
- KZN Regional Championship in Durban - 13/15 June 2026
- National Championship 2026 - Aeolians - 24-26 September 2026
Let's go sailing!
The 2025 505 Northvaal Championship was a great success. In typical spring fashion, the Vaaldam delivered and dished up a strong wind for the entire weekend. Gusts of up to 35 knots were measured on the race course but overall the wind was sailable and the race officer put on a great event.
Day 1, 4 races were sailed with the last one finishing just ahead of a thunderstorm. Racing was tight with positions changing regularly at the top with various teams fighting for top positions. Well done to all teams who participated.
Day 2 dawned with the promise of more breeze. The forecast moderated somewhat from earlier in the week with an average windspeed of 20 knots being recorded. Most 505s managed to complete the racing on the day and positions at the top changed regularly. A big well done to Team Biagio for winning the last race and to Team Aernd and Nieman for coming in second.
The next event is the Regatta at PSC on the 4th and 5th of October as well as the Boskop Open at the end of October 2025. See you on the water!
The 505 Nationals 2025 took place on the long weekend in June. Racing took place off Durban and it was amazing. Lots of races sailed, lots of swimming in the ocean and lots of smiles afterwards. A big thank you to Point Yacht Club and Jimmy Melville for hosting the class. We are so lucky to have such an amazing venue at our doorstep.
The next event is in early September at the Vaaldam. See you then.