News Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race is Underway July 6, 2025 by MHOR Committee The 40th edition of the Marblehead to Halifax boat race is now underway. Track the progress of the boats on the tracking section of the website here. Read more »
News Large Spectator Crowd Expected for the Marblehead-to-Halifax Ocean Race July 4, 2025 by Vicki Staveacre Marblehead, MA: Onshore spectators will have a birds’ eye view of the start of the 40th Biennial Marblehead-to-Halifax Ocean Race on Sunday, July 6, 2025. “These yachts are spectacular under sail”, said Kate Ferris Richardson, Vice Commodore of the Boston Yacht Club and co-chair of the MHOR. “If the wind and weather are favorable, we […] Read more »
News Two Trusted Names. One Legendary Race June 11, 2025 by MHOR Committee We’re teaming up with Gill and Team One Newport for #MHOR2025. Read more »
News Get Race-Ready with North Sails: Live Webinar for Marblehead to Halifax Racers May 28, 2025 by MHOR Committee Prepare for the Marblehead to Halifax regatta with a live webinar hosted by North Sail experts Alan McGlashan and Matt Allen Read more »
News Racing Home Again, MHOR’s Sole Canadian Champion Returns with Family and a Quick New 33’ Racer April 23, 2025 by Vicki Staveacre Veteran sailor Will Apold, the only Canadian to win line honors in the race, is back for 2025 aboard his J/99—joined by three generations of family. Read more »
Yachts A Crew United: Decades of Sailing Experience Fuel a Winning Streak February 28, 2025 by Vicki Staveacre A dedicated crew with years of experience came together to rebuild and race a formidable yacht, turning teamwork and strategy into record-breaking success. Read more »
News Young Crew, Big Dreams: Overdraft X Joins the 2025 Lineup February 5, 2025 by Vicki Staveacre A newcomer to this year’s Marblehead to Halifax race is Overdraft X, a Farr 40 turbo owned by Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron member James Gogan. Overdraft X will probably have one of the younger crews in the race as seven of the eight crew members are under 25. They include James’s brother Jack Gogan, […] Read more »
Yachts Restored and Ready: A Classic Wooden Yacht’s Journey Back to Offshore Racing Glory January 19, 2025 by Vicki Staveacre With a rich history and meticulous restoration, the classic wooden ketch Abigail is set to shine again in this year's Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race Read more »
Matthew Neal News Registration Now Open for the 2025 Race December 16, 2024 by MHOR Committee The 40th biennial race returns next summer, start planning now to so you don’t miss your chance to join the fleet, and enjoy the warm welcome awaiting you at the RNSYS. Read more »
News Save the Date: Northeast Ocean Race Symposium 2025 November 20, 2024 by MHOR Committee The symposium will feature expert-led sessions, engaging panels, and dedicated breakout sessions for the Marblehead Halifax Race, offering valuable insights Read more »
