Hello Pioneers!
We’re excited to share what is becoming Sailaway’s biggest race to date!
Elpatron, one of our most dedicated race creators, has set up a huge race to mirror this year’s Volvo Ocean Race. Since 1973, the Volvo Ocean Race has provided the ultimate challenge to the world’s greatest sailors and is often described as the longest and toughest professional sporting event in the world.
The key details of the race are below but to join the discussion and for information and registration please visit the dedicated race thread on the community races forum. Currently there are over 40 captains registered to take part but you can also drop in on the day!
The Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 Leg 1
Sunday 22nd October – 14:00 BST / 13:00 CEST / 06:00 PDT / 22:00 JST
Est. Race Distance: 1380NM
Est. Race Time: 9 Days
The first leg of the Volvo Ocean Race takes place from Alicante to Lisbon and the Sailaway race will run parallel to the real race!
You can find the race under Activities/Races/Player Created Races in the in-game menu.
You can also join the race's Discord channel here: https://discordapp.com/invite/QmVDveT
Screenshot credit goes to FrankBlack78
As you may have seen in yesterday’s update, we specifically addressed online stability with large numbers of boat so that this race will be the best it can be! See the full details of yesterday's update here.
Make sure to share your progress on Twitter and Facebook, and the Steam Forums - we'd love to hear what you think and how you got on!
Happy sailing!