Race Crew Supporters
BE PART OF THE ADVENTURE
When someone important in your life signs up for the Clipper Race, they’re not the only one starting an adventure.
Whether you’re following their progress from home, travelling to meet them at a stopover or cheering them on from the shore, there are plenty of ways to share the experience.
And while you’re backing them, we’re here to support you too.
Team Power of Seattle Sports
Angela Hayes
Supporting Matthew Hayes
"Thank you for all your hard work, care and dedication. Also for your patience and willingness to go above and beyond – for answering ALL our questions. As a supporter to my son this has been an incredible experience and one I will always treasure."
Team London Business School
Vicky Rees
Supporting Gavin Rees
"Your advice, guidance and insights have proved invaluable whilst the crew have been at sea and also in port... and always with a smile. Thank you for such a memorable journey together."
Team Scotland
Lindsay Thomas
Supporting Heather Thomas
"Thank you for your support and friendship in the ports on our adventures following our loved one."
Team Tongyeong
Judy Vautier
Supporting Geoff Vautier
"To the Clipper Team I cannot thank you enough for all your hard work. You took away so much of the stress and always dealt with the questions with such cool calm patience and a smile. The journey would not have been the same without you."
IT’S YOUR TIME TO SEE THE WORLD TOO
Race Crew stop in destinations around the world – and you can be there to welcome them in and celebrate their achievements.
Experience the atmosphere of a Clipper Race arrival, reunite after weeks at sea and explore a new destination together. Then, when it’s time to race again, be there to see the fleet off.
You’ll also meet other Race Crew Supporters along the way – people sharing the same excitement, nerves and pride as they follow someone important to them around the world.
BACK THEM ALL THE WAY
An ocean race comes with incredible highs, tough days and plenty of moments when knowing there’s support at home really matters.
Follow their team. Share their story. Support their fundraising. Celebrate their achievements. And be there to welcome them back to shore when you can.
They’ll be taking on something extraordinary. You’ll be part of the team behind them – and a valued member of the Clipper Race community.
Junior Crew Supporters
THE ADVENTURE IS THEIRS TOO
Younger family members can get involved in the journey too.
Our Junior Crew Supporter activities give children a fun way to follow their ocean racer around the world, discover more about the race and feel part of the adventure from home.
FAQs
Find answers to commonly asked questions about supporting your loved ones whilst they're taking part in the Clipper Race.
Once your Race Crew member has signed up, they can register your details with us so you can receive race crew supporter communications and information throughout their journey. You'll be part of a network of other supporters with access to join dedicated Facebook and Whatsapp groups so that you can, for example, arrange to meet up at stopovers. You'll also be invited to attend events throughout the race calendar.
The Race Tracker is the place to follow the fleet while racing. It’s updated hourly and lets you see team positions, weather conditions and how the race is developing.
You can also follow the Clipper Race social channels and website for race updates, stories and behind-the-scenes content.
Yes – and for many supporters, it becomes a highlight of their own Clipper Race experience.
Stopovers are your opportunity to welcome Race Crew back to shore, spend time together and experience the destination before seeing the fleet off at the next race start.
Ocean racing is unpredictable, so yacht arrival times can change depending on weather and racing conditions. Keep this in mind when planning your trip, try to book flexible flights and accommodation, and follow the latest race information as the fleet approaches the stopover.
There’s plenty to fit in. Race Crew will be involved in yacht maintenance, re-provisioning, race preparation and team commitments ahead of the next race start.
There is also time to catch up with friends and family, explore the destination, celebrate together at prizegiving and enjoy being back on dry land.
Yes. Being there to welcome the fleet in or wave them off again is one of the best ways to experience the Clipper Race from shore.
We’ll share relevant timings, locations and supporter information as plans for each host port are confirmed.
The Clipper Race Crew Team is your first line of contact and is there to support Race Crew and their supporters throughout the journey.
Crew Team E: crewteam@clipper-ventures.com T: +44 (0) 2392 526 000
Many Race Crew choose to fundraise as part of their journey. Sharing their story and fundraising page with your own friends, family and networks is a great way to get behind them.
Supporting someone racing across an ocean can naturally come with moments when you want a little more information or reassurance.
The Clipper Race Crew Team is there for supporters as well as Race Crew. If you have a question or concern that isn’t answered by our race updates or the information here, please get in touch.