Commanders Weather Corporation

31/08/2022

Things may be calm on the East Coast for now, but the tropics are heating up quickly! Wherever you're based this season, Commanders' Weather can keep an eye on you and let you know when rough weather is heading your way. Contact us to get on our tropical watch list today!

29/06/2022

A HUGE congratulations to everyone who participated in this year's Newport to Bermuda Race - and especially to the crew on "Argo", who managed to stay ahead of a fierce cold front and set a new overall record.
Congratulations are also in order for "Toujours", "Prevail", "Carina", "No Surrender", "Hound", "Gemini II", "Illusion", and "Warrior Won", who all won first in class. We can't wait to see you all again in a couple years!

31/05/2022

Congratulations to everyone who participated in this years' Block Island Race!!

An extra congratulations to:
Chris Shoen on "Phantom"
Brian Spears on "Madison"
Bill Baxter on "Fireball"
for winning 1st in class

2nd in class:
James Phyfe on "Digger"
Chris Sheehan on "Warrior Won"

3rd in class:
John Brim on "Rima98"
Dan Litchfield on "Hound"
James Coffman on "Gemini II"
Charles Bayer on "Arctos"

Photo credit: ©2022, Rick Bannerot, Ontheflyphoto.net

28/03/2022

After being canceled in 2020, the anticipation around this year's Newport to Bermuda Race is higher than ever! Visit our website to learn about our forecast packages and briefing options to give you a leg up on the competition.

Weather forecasting and routing for the 2022 Newport to Bermuda Race by Commanders' Weather

03/03/2022

The first couple months of the year have yielded some impressive race results from our clients! We offer our sincere congratulations to all our racers, and look forward to seeing what's next!

Caribbean 600:
Chris Sheehan on "Warrior Won" - 1st overall

California "Islands Race":
Roy Disney on "Pyewacket" - 1st overall
Steve Sellinger on "Triumph" - 1st in class
Peter King on "Artemis" - 3rd in class, 4th in fleet
Paul Farrell on "Spin Doctor" - 2nd in class
Ivan Batanov on "Zero Gravity" - 2nd in class

Mid-Winter Etchells:
Brian Ledbetter on "A Mac" - 4th overall

08/11/2021

"For this voyage [we were] using three weather forecasting services...
I am pleased to tell all of you that you performed well above and beyond the other providers in all aspects of forecasting, communication, routing information and options as well as the very positive, responsive and helpful attitude of your team."

This sailor taking an offshore route down the East Coast really put us to the test - it was nice to hear that we came out on top!

22/09/2021

A HUGE congratulations to Rick Warner and the crew of "Arete"! After years of carefully watching summer and autumn weather patterns, the crew was finally able to shatter the speed record for the Chicago-Mackinaw course by over 5 hrs. The new record now stands at just 12:30:07!
(Photo courtesy of © Laura Muma)
https://www.sail-world.com/news/242069/Arete-sets-new-Chicago-Mackinac-course-record

11/09/2021

Congratulations to all of our clients who competed in last week's Vineyard Race!
A special shout out to the crew on "Phantom" for winning 1st in class; "Gemini" (shown below), "Blue Yonder", "Amadeus V", and "Fujin" for 2nd place finishes; and "Thin Man" and "Charlotte" for 3rd.
We can't wait to work with you all again next year! ⛵️

26/07/2021

Hurricane season is well underway, with activity expected to increase in the Atlantic Basin thru August. Get on our watch list ASAP to receive alerts when tropical weather is heading your way, and to stay on top of storm prep with time to spare.

07/06/2021

With some travel restrictions easing and a more summery weather pattern in full swing, now is the perfect time to embark on a trip across the Atlantic or up the East Coast. Contact us today to start planning your trip and finding your perfect weather window!

"The crossing went exactly as predicted and we were prepared for everything Mother Nature sent our way." - Sailing yacht captain after a trip from the Dominican Republic to Maine

30/03/2021

This year's Charleston Race Week is fast approaching! Commanders' Weather is starting daily forecasts and video weather briefings on Thu Apr 8 - call or email now to sign up and get a head start on planning your race strategy. This being the rescheduled 25th anniversary of the race, it's sure to be a great time!

13/03/2021

Are you or any friends participating in this year's Newport Beach to Cabo race? The 2021 NHYC Cabo Race kicks off next Friday, but we will be sending out forecasts starting Tue, Mar 16. Commanders' Weather Live forecast discussions will be available to anyone who signs up for 2 or more forecasts. Contact us today to get a head start on planning your race strategy!