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Registration Now Open!  For the 2025 MacAlpine-Downie/Gibbs Cup Regatta


MDG Regatta is at the Ware River Yacht Club as part of the Virginia Governor’s Cup Regatta, August 2–3. Help the Buccaneer 18 Class bring the Governor’s Cup title home for the first time since 2012! Register Now


Ware River Yacht Club, a premier sailing venue with a rich 60-year history of top-tier regattas. ✔ Competitive Buccaneer 18 one-design racing, with dedicated fleet starts. ✔ Stunning sailing conditions on the Ware River, with a mix of triangle and windward-leeward courses. ✔ Fantastic onshore hospitality, including meals, social gatherings, and a lively regatta party under the big tent. ✔ Enjoy the beauty of Virginia’s waters with dolphins, rays, and breathtaking sunsets. ✔—don’t miss this opportunity!         NOR  



Why I prefer the Buccaneer

Of all the boats I’ve sailed, the Buccaneer represents the best and most sensible design which is suitable for both day sailing and racing. While not a beginner’s boat, it is forgiving enough so that one quickly becomes comfortable with it. At the same time, it is a good enough performer so one doesn’t tire of it. 
Harry Sindle

The Buccaneer is fun and fast. This simple sloop is a blast to sail and easy to maintain. The Buccaneer Class is friendly and family oriented.

KEY FEATURES

  • Great Class for daysailing or competitive racing
  • Fast planing hull design
  • Sloop rig, roller furling jib
  • Integral spinnaker launch tube

Designed in 1966 by Rod Macalpine-Downie and Dick Gibbs, the Buccaneer incorporates classic elements that have made this racing dinghy a consistent performer for more than 50 years.

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