2026 DN ICE SAILING NORTH AMERICAN & NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP REGATTA

January 24 - 31, 2026
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Official 2026 DN North Americans Apparel Store Is Open

by | Dec 18, 2025 | ,

A small sampling of the official 2026 DN North Americans apparel. Many more styles and options are available in the online store.

Official 2026 DN North Americans Apparel Store Is Open

The 2026 DN North American Championship apparel store is now live.

We are using Coral Reef again for on demand gear. This means no inventory limits, a wide range of sizes and cuts, and the ability to order what you want when you want it. Items are produced on demand and ship directly to you.

Official apparel store:
https://stores.crsapparel.com/DNapparel2026/shop/home

What you will find in the store

  • Short sleeve and long sleeve tees
  • Men’s and women’s cuts
  • Tech fabrics and blends suited for racing, rigging, and travel
  • Official event graphics consistent with the 2026 North Americans branding

Registration reminder

The early registration deadline is approaching. Registering before the deadline saves money and helps the organizing team plan more accurately.

If you know you are coming, now is the time to act. Oder apparel early and register before fees increase.

2026 DN North American and Nationals NOR Posted & Registration Now Open

by | Dec 8, 2025 | , ,

2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships Notice of Race Posted and Registration Now Open

2026 North American & Nationals Home Page
The Notice of Race is live and registration is open for the 2026 DN North American and U.S. National Championships. You will find everything on the regatta page, including the Notice of Race and the link to register. Sailing Instructions will follow.

The regatta is hosted by the Western Region. Tim Mower, Western Region Commodore, is the Regatta Chair. The regatta site will be selected based on the best ice available. If the Western Region has no suitable ice, the search will expand to the other regions to find the best possible racing conditions.

Racing is scheduled for January 25 through January 31, 2026.

We are also working on regatta merchandise that you will be able to order and have shipped to your home. More information will follow.

Save money. Regatta fees increase on January 1, 2026. Register now and keep a few dollars in your pocket. Rookies and juniors do not incur late fees.

A critical reminder on liability insurance. Every sailor must have current home or renter insurance that covers them during the regatta period. Proof of insurance must be submitted by January 22, 2026 to be included in the random draw for starting positions. Only sailors who complete registration and submit insurance by that date will be placed in the initial draw. You can upload your insurance during registration or email it afterward.

This is the first year for the new format. The class voted to change the North Americans to a seven race series. After the North Americans, we will run the U.S. Nationals, another seven race regatta. The U.S. Nationals is non ranking. If you are new to racing or want experience without the pressure of championship scoring, the U.S. Nationals may be the right place to start.

Please review the details for mandatory check in in the Notice of Race before you travel.

The Western Challenge on Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, MN gave us a strong start to the season with good ice, good wind, and a fleet that showed up ready to sail. If that weekend lit a fire under you, carry it forward. Register today.

New this year. If you want to give the regatta a little extra help, we now offer optional donation levels during registration. These gifts go directly to race operations and volunteer support.

A reminder for newcomers. If you are a new sailor or you have not been a class member in the last five years, you can race both regattas with a two year membership for $54.

Register here

Read the Notice of Race here

Visit the regatta information page

MEDIA INQUIRIES

For all media inquiries, please contact
Deb Whitehorse
secretary.idniyra@gmail.com
+1 608 347 3513

IMPORTANT DATES

  • December 31, 2025, Registration Deadline for early entry fee.
  • January 21, 2026, 9:00 pm, CST: Site info to be posted on IDNIYRA website
  • January 22, 2026, Registration Deadline to submit insurance and to be included in the random draw for starting positions.
  • January 24, 2026 North American Championship MANDATORY Check-In for competitors 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm local time. Location to be listed on the IDNIYRA website. Late registration is on-line only and will close at 5:00 pm local time. No in-person registration is permitted at check-in.
  • January 25, 2026, North American Championship first race at time stated in sailing instructions.
  • January 27, 2026, earliest possible National Championship check-in: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm local time. Location and updated date, time and place to be listed on the IDNIYRA website. Late registration is on-line only and will close at 5:00 pm the night before the first scheduled race. No in-person registration is permitted at check-in.
  • January 28, 2026 earliest possible National Championship race, at time stated in sailing instructions.
  • January 31, 2026 racing is concluded.

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