We are happy to announce that our PRO for the 2010 505 North American Championship will be Chicago Yacht Club's Erik Schneider. We have been in communication with Erik who is psyched about the event.
We are also happy to say that joining Erik is great friend of 505s, Dave Ellis. Dave has done a great job running our Midwinter Championship and we are stoked to have his help and experience with 505s at the NAs.
Lastly, the Chicago Match Race Center has graciously offered us the use of some of their RIBs during the event. This help is greatly appreciated by the organizers and we encourage those of you interested in match racing to check out the CMRC and the very cool things they are doing.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Special Event Rate at 3 of the Closest Hotels to the Venue
We are pleased to offer a special event rate for the following three hotels:
City Suites Hotel
933 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
The Willows Hotel
555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL
The Majestic Hotel
528 West Brompton Ave, Chicago, IL
The rate is $120/night for single queen rooms or $150/night for suites(king suites or double rooms).
Contact Jennifer Manguino to book rooms at this discounted rate for any of the three hotels:
Email: dos@cityinns.com
Direct Line: (773) 404-3499
Please tell Jennifer that you are competing in the 505 North Americans.
City Suites Hotel
933 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
The Willows Hotel
555 W Surf St, Chicago, IL
The Majestic Hotel
528 West Brompton Ave, Chicago, IL
The rate is $120/night for single queen rooms or $150/night for suites(king suites or double rooms).
Contact Jennifer Manguino to book rooms at this discounted rate for any of the three hotels:
Email: dos@cityinns.com
Direct Line: (773) 404-3499
Please tell Jennifer that you are competing in the 505 North Americans.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Diversions - things to do off the water
Taste of Chicago - June 25th - 27th, food from all over Chicago, live music. Grant Park
Chicago Summerfest - June 26th - 27th, art show, live music, food vendors. Clark and Armitage
Cubs at White Sox - June 26th - 27th, the crosstown classic. U.S. Cellular Field
Chicago Summerfest - June 26th - 27th, art show, live music, food vendors. Clark and Armitage
Cubs at White Sox - June 26th - 27th, the crosstown classic. U.S. Cellular Field
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Registration is Open
We are using the Compete-at product that many are familiar with from Midwinters and other events. If you do not already have a profile on the Compete-at website, please take the time to set one up and get your team registered. You will need a PayPal account to complete payment on-line. If preferred, you may send payment via post and a check.
If you have any problems that their support cannot address, please let JB know.
Late fees kick in after May 31st. Please get your registrations in. We are looking forward to a great event!
2010 505 North American Championship Registration
If you have any problems that their support cannot address, please let JB know.
Late fees kick in after May 31st. Please get your registrations in. We are looking forward to a great event!
2010 505 North American Championship Registration
Friday, February 26, 2010
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
CYC Blinker Article
The 505 Class was featured in the Winter 2010 issue of The Blinker, the Chicago Yacht Club's member publication. This issue was recently distributed at the Chicago Strictly Sail boat show. This article provides us with some great exposure to the club members, many of whom have never witnessed a major 505 regatta first hand.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Preliminary Housing Information
PROVIDED HOUSING:
There will be a limited amount of provided housing for the regatta. We are working hard to find as much provided housing as possible for those teams that are interested. In addition to local 505 fleet members, Chicago Yacht Club members may be volunteering to host some teams. More information will be availible over the next few months. Please email Craig Thompson if you are interested in provided housing. A priority list has been established and housing will be made availible based on "first contact/first serve basis".
Please, only request housing if you are serious about attending. Note that provided housing may require a vehicle for getting to/from the Yacht Club. If you are shipping your boat and flying, consider a hotel or apartment rental within walking distance of the club so you do not have to rent a car.
HOTELS/APARTMENTS/ETC:
For those of you traveling with families/wives/girlfriends who would prefer a more private housing arrangement, there are several options availible:
1. Craigslist - Furnished apartments on Criagslist are a great way to enjoy Chicago for the week. Fleet 13 members rented an apartment for the 2009 Worlds in San Francisco and it worked out great. The neighborhood where the event is being held is called Lakeview, and there may be vacation/furnished apartments within walking distance from the club. A larger unit is great for a group of sailors and can often be cheaper and nicer than a typical hotel.
CLICK HERE to view search results for Lakeview vacation rentals on Craigslist.
2. Hotels - There are 3 hotels that are within a 15-20 minute walk from the club. Book early to lock in a low rate. Summertime in Chicago is busy and rates/availility may become an issue as the dates get closer. The following information is from Hotels.com:
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace - Rates about $135 per night
3434 N Broadway Avenue, Chicago, United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.3 / 5
100% Recommend
City Suites Hotel - Rates about $99 per night
933 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.3 / 5
90% Recommend
The Willows Hotel - Rates about $90 per night
555 W Surf St, Chicago, United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.3 / 5
92% Recommend
There are hundreds of other hotels that would be within driving distance, but traffic can be prohibitive during weekdays. Also be weary of "to-good-to-be-true" rates, as some areas may not be as safe as others. Contact us if you have any specific questions about neighborhoods/saftey.
There may be more options availible. Housing is a high priority for us right now as we do not want this to be a cost-prohibitive aspect for everyone who will be attending. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you have.
There will be a limited amount of provided housing for the regatta. We are working hard to find as much provided housing as possible for those teams that are interested. In addition to local 505 fleet members, Chicago Yacht Club members may be volunteering to host some teams. More information will be availible over the next few months. Please email Craig Thompson if you are interested in provided housing. A priority list has been established and housing will be made availible based on "first contact/first serve basis".
Please, only request housing if you are serious about attending. Note that provided housing may require a vehicle for getting to/from the Yacht Club. If you are shipping your boat and flying, consider a hotel or apartment rental within walking distance of the club so you do not have to rent a car.
HOTELS/APARTMENTS/ETC:
For those of you traveling with families/wives/girlfriends who would prefer a more private housing arrangement, there are several options availible:
1. Craigslist - Furnished apartments on Criagslist are a great way to enjoy Chicago for the week. Fleet 13 members rented an apartment for the 2009 Worlds in San Francisco and it worked out great. The neighborhood where the event is being held is called Lakeview, and there may be vacation/furnished apartments within walking distance from the club. A larger unit is great for a group of sailors and can often be cheaper and nicer than a typical hotel.
CLICK HERE to view search results for Lakeview vacation rentals on Craigslist.
2. Hotels - There are 3 hotels that are within a 15-20 minute walk from the club. Book early to lock in a low rate. Summertime in Chicago is busy and rates/availility may become an issue as the dates get closer. The following information is from Hotels.com:
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace - Rates about $135 per night
3434 N Broadway Avenue, Chicago, United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.3 / 5
100% Recommend
City Suites Hotel - Rates about $99 per night
933 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.3 / 5
90% Recommend
The Willows Hotel - Rates about $90 per night
555 W Surf St, Chicago, United States
Hotel Info: 866-539-0036
Guest rating 4.3 / 5
92% Recommend
There are hundreds of other hotels that would be within driving distance, but traffic can be prohibitive during weekdays. Also be weary of "to-good-to-be-true" rates, as some areas may not be as safe as others. Contact us if you have any specific questions about neighborhoods/saftey.
There may be more options availible. Housing is a high priority for us right now as we do not want this to be a cost-prohibitive aspect for everyone who will be attending. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you have.
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