On the Horizon

2024 Sunstroke Series (May 2- Sept. 5)   Join the South Coast Corinthian Yacht Club for the Sunstroke Series, hosted in Marina del Rey, Calif. This series adheres to the rules outlined in the Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS) and welcomes one-design dinghies, requiring membership in the one-design class association. Classes include Lido 14, Coronado 15, Snipes and Lasers, with potential participation from Melges 15, Wasp and Optimists. Other dinghy classes are encouraged to inquire with the Series Chairman. Entry fees vary for single-handed and double-handed classes, with discounts for competitors under 18 years old. The series runs every Thursday night from May 2 to Sept. 5, with the first start at 6 p.m. Races take place in the main channel inside the Marina del Rey breakwater, scored using the Low Point System, while the overall regatta champion is determined using the High Point System. Results are announced at SCCYC after racing, with trophies awarded on Sept. 5, including perpetuals for Overall Series Winner, Lido Series Class Winner and C15 Series Class Winner.   For the complete notice of race, please visit https://www.regattanetwork.com/clubmgmt/regatta_uploads/27995/2024SunstrokeNOR.pdf.   Cinco de Mayo Regatta (May 4-5)   The Santa Barbara Sailing Club (SBSC) will host an event on May 4-5, adhering to The Racing...