A CAPE 31 SUMMER IN THE SOUTH

Season Information Sheet & Planning Guide

Introduction

The Cape Doctor Series (named after the infamous South Easter wind that blows everything away)  offers world-class one-design racing in one of the most exciting  sailing venues in the world. Hosted primarily in Cape Town, the series combines competitive racing, high level race management, all packaged in a relaxed low key atmosphere and vibrant social lifestyle within a compact seasonal calendar.

This information sheet provides an overview of the race calendar, the Notice of Series structure, and practical logistical considerations for teams planning to campaign in the upcoming Cape Doctor Series.

This document is intended as an initial planning guide for international owners and teams

 

1.⁠ ⁠RACE FORMAT

The Cape 31 South African Series consists of 8 windward/leeward race weekends across the season.

Typical Race Weekend Format

Thursday
•⁠ ⁠Crew Submition

Friday
•⁠ ⁠Afternoon Practice race

Saturday
•⁠ ⁠3 windward/leeward races

Sunday
•⁠ ⁠3 windward/leeward races

 

2.⁠ ⁠NOTICE OF SERIES AND PROVISIONAL RACE CALENDAR– TECHNICAL SUMMARY

click on this link for the Notice of Series

 

3.⁠ ⁠LOGISTICS & SHIPPING INFORMATION

For international teams planning to compete in the Cape Doctor Series, the following logistical considerations should be taken into account.

Boat Shipping
35 days transit approximately (to Europe PORT)
⁠40-foot container

Things to consider :

Container packing
Container unpacking
Port handling charges
Transport to boatyard
Crane loading / offloading

Customs & Importation

Teams should consider the following:

Temporary importation options may include:

•⁠ ⁠Temporary import permits

Potential costs may include:

•⁠ ⁠Customs clearing fees
•⁠ ⁠Documentation fees
•⁠ ⁠Temporary import guarantees

Import duties apply depending on the import structure. Teams are advised to consult a customs clearing agent in advance.

 

Local Boat Logistics

Typical services available in Cape Town include:

•⁠ ⁠Boat assembly and rigging
•⁠ ⁠Sail storage facilities
•⁠ ⁠Container storage
•⁠ ⁠Technical services
•⁠ ⁠Composite repair specialists
•⁠ ⁠Sailmakers
•⁠ ⁠Engine servicing

Boatyard facilities will typically include:

•⁠ ⁠Launch cranes
•⁠ ⁠Hardstand areas
•⁠ ⁠Washdown areas
•⁠ ⁠Secure storage

 

4.⁠ ⁠TEAM ACCOMMODATION GUIDE

Cape Town offers a wide range of accommodation options within close proximity to the sailing venues.

Typical crew accommodation areas include:

•⁠ ⁠V&A Waterfront
•⁠ ⁠Green Point
•⁠ ⁠Sea Point
•⁠ ⁠Mouille Point

 

5.⁠ ⁠LOCAL TRANSPORT

Teams typically arrange:

•⁠ ⁠Rental vans for crew transport

Distance to sailing venues:

•⁠ ⁠Central Cape Town to harbour: approximately 10–15 minutes

 

6.⁠ ⁠BUDGET FIGURES

Shipping Port of ? to Cape Town
Euro 10 000.-

Customs Clearing in and out of South Africa
Euro 10 000.-

Temporary Import Duties
Euro 10 000.-

Unpacking, rig up and Boat on cradle 
Euro 10 000.-

Pack up, steping of rig and Boat in container 
Euro 10 000.-

Mooring and hard Fees, for 2 months
Euro 10 000.-

Rib Rental per week
Euro 10 000.-

Accomodation for 7 PAX  for 14 days 
Euro 10 000.-

Van Rental for 7 PAX for 14 days 
Euro 10 000.-

 

7.⁠ ⁠LOCAL CONTACTS

Pronto Clearing
for: •⁠ ⁠Customs clearance
        •⁠ ⁠Port logistics
        •⁠ ⁠Documentation processing

Cape Town Yacht Services
for : •⁠ ⁠Container packing
         •⁠ ⁠Cradle storage
         •⁠ ⁠Rig stepping
         •⁠ ⁠Launch services

Company
for : •⁠ ⁠Accomodation

Company
for : •⁠ ⁠Transportation

 

8.⁠ ⁠CONTACT & EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Teams interested in competing in the Cape Doctor Series 26/27 are encouraged to register their interest early in order to receive:

•⁠ ⁠Logistics support contacts
•⁠ ⁠Shipping coordination options

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