Sponsors & Partners
Title Sponsor of the Rolex Fastnet Race
Leading brand of the Swiss watch industry, Rolex, headquartered in Geneva, enjoys an unrivalled reputation for quality and expertise the world over. Its OYSTER watches, all certified as chronometers for their precision, are symbols of excellence, performance and prestige. Pioneer in the development of the wristwatch as early as 1905, the brand is at the origin of numerous major watchmaking innovations, such as the OYSTER, the first waterproof wristwatch, launched in 1926, and the PERPETUAL rotor self-winding mechanism introduced in 1931. Rolex has registered over 400 patents in the course of its history. A truly integrated and independent manufacturing company, Rolex designs, develops and produces in-house all the essential components of its watches, from the casting of the gold alloys to the machining, crafting, assembly and finishing of the movement, case, dial and bracelet. Rolex is also actively involved in supporting the arts, exploration, sports, the spirit of enterprise, and the environment through a broad palette of sponsoring activities as well as philanthropic programmes.
North Sails
We are pleased to announce our partnership with North Sails Apparel, the leading technical performance and sustainable, marine inspired fashion brand. They are our "Official Clothing Supplier" for members’ insignia, crew kit, and merchandise for races such as the Rolex Fastnet Race, RORC Caribbean 600, RORC Transatlantic Race and the long-awaited return of the Admiral’s Cup. In addition, they are offering a 20% discount on their full apparel range to RORC members.
As part of our joint commitment to talent development, North Sails Apparel has provided full race kit to 10 crews on the Griffin Project. These youth crews will compete in international events such as the Marina Militare Nastro Rosa Tour in Italy and the Tour Voile in France, as well as the 2025 RORC Season’s Points Championship including the Rolex Fastnet Race.
Members' Discount
To access your members’ discount simply create an account on North Sails website and click the 'Club' tab once you have registered, (if you are already a member of the North Sails Club, there will be a field where you can enter the provided ‘Club’ code). Once this is done, you will automatically enjoy the 20% discount. The discount will ONLY apply to full-priced products.
Crew Kit
There is a dedicated point of contact if you would like to discuss team clothing, branded kit, or anything North Sails Apparel. Please contact George Kingsnorth at george.kingsnorth@northsails.com
Insignia Range
The North Sails Apparel insignia range is available to purchase via the members’ portal.
Making more racing possible
A racing team comprises many personnel, from skippers to grinders, sail trimmers to shore managers. But teams participating in worldwide races need a logistic teammate too. A specialist, who is always in the lead when it comes to coordination and planning. At Sevenstar we will make your winning team complete with a teammate in bespoke transport solutions.
Today there’s almost no size limit to the yachts that can be shipped. Transporting the largest racing yachts like Wally 165 Better Place, Rambler, and Maxi 72's is routine for us.
We guide you through the total shipment procedure, provide you with unique transport solutions for your racing team, and offer you the opportunity to sail any regatta or Grand Prix event, anywhere in the world. We connect the range of transport sailings as much as possible with the planning of the sailing team. Always taking the next events into account.
Official Supplier RORC ‘Start Point – Offshore Strength’ gin
Salcombe Gin is an official supplier to the Royal Ocean Racing Club. Salcombe Distilling Co. in partnership with the Royal Ocean Racing Club, has developed RORC ‘Start Point – Offshore Strength’ gin, and what is more, 1% of every bottle sold is donated to the Marine Conservation Society to help protect and regenerate precious ocean habitats.