There is still time to secure a place and to get the best price, the early bird fee doesn’t end until the 1st of July.  

So far 14 teams from Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, United Kingdom and Sweden signed up. 

Skipper Name	Crew Name	Sailing for country	Sail no	Sailing Club
Samuel Rinnetmäki	Markus Ahonen	Finland		Helsingfors Segelklubb (HSK)
Victor Silen	Anssi Muikku	Finland	FIN14	Ristiinan Pursiseura
Valtteri Rahkonen	Antti Laukkanen	Finland	FIN 42	Helsingfors Segelklubb (HSK)
Florian Leuschner	Jan Hansen	Germany	GER 287	WSV Kollmar
Christian Schütz	Katharina Schütz	Germany	GER 340	STS Surendorf
Wik Becker	Rob Becker	Netherlands	NED 2	WV IJburg
Kees Wiersema	Arthur Moerman	Netherlands		Catclub Zeeland
Peter Middleton	Dani Middleton	United Kingdom	GBR 511	Saltash Sailing Club
Duncan Barr	Nils Jolliffe	United Kingdom		Netley Sailing Club
Mattias Wallin	Henrik Riccius	Sweden	SWE 017	Kungliga Segelsällskapet (KSSS)
Peter Busck	Oscar Wersäll	Sweden	SWE64	Kungliga Segelsällskapet (KSSS)
Fredrik Karlsson	Niklas Nordblom	Sweden	SWE 007	Kungliga Segelsällskapet (KSSS)
Erik Blomberg	Rikard Blomberg	Sweden	SWE 137	Lidingö Jolleseglare (LiJS)
Lars Linder	Erik Brunnbaerg	Sweden	SWE 1	Kungliga Segelsällskapet (KSSS)

One day after registration opened 8 teams from 4 countries signed up. 

This year the maximum limit of teams is 22 for logistical reasons, which means 14 places are still available. Early bird fees applies until end of June. Sign up here.

Notice of Race will be available shortly.

Skipper Name	Crew Name	Sailing for country	Sail number	Sailing Club
Christian Schütz	Katharina Schütz	Germany	GER 340	STS Surendorf
Wik Becker	Rob Becker	Netherlands	NED 2	WV IJburg
Kees Wiersema	Arthur Moerman	Netherlands		Catclub Zeeland
Fredrik Karlsson	Niklas Nordblom	Sweden	SWE007	KSSS
Erik Blomberg	Rikard Blomberg	Sweden	SWE 137	LiJS
Lars Linder	Erik Brunnbaerg	Sweden	SWE 1	KSSS
Peter Middleton	Dani Middleton	United Kingdom (UK)	GBR511	Saltash Sailing Club
Duncan Barr	Nils Jolliffe	United Kingdom (UK)	TBC	Netley Sailing Club

After 17 years since the last visit *, the Stockholm Archipelago Raid will once again return to Åland. To avoid scetchy weather forecasts from stopping the fleet from crossing from Sweden like last year, this year’s raid will take place entirely in Åland, offering a rare opportunity for a new generation of F18 sailors to experience its remarkable archipelago. For many, this will be their first chance to discover Åland’s unique blend of open sea racing and welcoming island hospitality—a truly unforgettable introduction to raid sailing in Åland.

The event runs from Sunday, 9 August to Wednesday, 12 August, starting and ending in Mariehamn, Åland. Participants will compete in 2–3 races each day, navigating through crystal-clear waters dotted with pine-covered islands, enjoying challenging races by day and relaxing evenings in traditional Finnish saunas at each camp. There will be four camps, each offering hearty meals, tent sites, and those much-loved saunas. The course and check points will be set in the evening for the following day and may include iconic islands such as Kökar, Sotunga or Lappo, sure to spark fond memories for Archipelago Raid veterans.

Åland features thousands of islands spanning over 13,000 sq km and compared with the Stockholm archipelago it is more open with fewer navigation marks, which makes for both exhilarating and demanding sailing.

Åland is a self-governing part of Finland with a Swedish-speaking population of about 30,000 residents and boasts a vibrant culture and society. Ferries operate regularly from Stockholm and Helsinki to Mariehamn, making the islands easily accessible for all participants.

The event is a collaboration between the Swedish F18 association and Ålands Segelsällskap (ÅSS). Registration opens on 1 April and is limited to 25 teams for logistical and safety reasons. For the latest news and to secure your place, stay tuned.

* The Archipelago Raid was a longer more extreme version organised by by Atlant Ocean Racing from 2001 to 2009
Photo cred: Thierry Martinez

Final Day

Stockholm Archipelago Raid 2025 – Friday, June 27 – Leg 10 and 11

At the start of the 11th and final leg only 4 points separated the top 3 teams. Karlsson/Nordblom just needed to finish in 4th place to secure their 4th win overall. However they entered Sandhamn from the wrong direction and ended up on 5th 10 seconds behind the 4th team. The Aussies took the line honour and had a chance of winning the overall regatta, but were beaten by one point by Ekefalk/Rosengren! In the end, after 5 long days and 11 races, only one point separated the teams on the podium!!!

On the podium:

• 🥇 ARG 111– Thomas Ekefalk/Rasmus Rosengren
• 🥈 SWE 007 – Fredrik Karlsson/Niklas Nordblom
• 🥉 AUS 800 – Emma Rankin/Beau White

 

 

 

 

 

But let’s take it from the beginning of the day…

Leg 10

Start: Rånö at 08:30 with towing

• 3 Start
• 58 leave to starboard, Ornö to port
• 34 Finish on beach, 500m east of CP Mörtö Bunsö

08:00: Grey weather again. Rain followed shortly after. The start boat went out in calm conditions to search for wind. A decision was made to tow the fleet. After 75 minutes of towing, the start was given north of Utö.

A somewhat chilled fleet started at 10:20. First over the start line were Åberg/Simmons and Ekefalk/Rosengren. Downwind leg toward Mörtö Bunsö.

Winds died down over Fjärdlångsfjärden. Rankin/White in the lead.

Patchy wind outside Ornö.

Finish on the beach at Mörtö Bunsö. First boat crossed the line around 12:10. The Raid’s first wipeout and a final sprint to the finish by Karlsson/Nordblom. A wet battle for 7th place was fought between Bengtsson/Degerfors and Schütz/Rumpf.

Top 3 finishers, Leg 10:

1. Karlsson/Nordblom
2. Rankin/White
3. Ekefalk/Rosengren

Leg 11

Start: 13:20

• 34 Start Mörtö Bunsö
• 67 southeast of Nämdö, leave to port, paddling allowed from gate
• 26 Finish (Enter Sandhamn from west to east)

A short lunch break before the final start of this year’s edition of the Stockholm Archipelago Raid.

13:20: Despite light winds, an exciting downwind start with flying hulls among the top contenders.

Winds eased, leading to an upwind beat to the gate east of Nämdö. Rankin/White led through the gate, followed by Åberg/Simmons and Bergendahl/Wallin.

Bengtsson/Degerfors hit a rock just before the gate  nearly sinking and had to abandon the leg, due to damage in one hull. 

Downwind towards Gråskärsfjärden, with varying wind strengths and stretches of paddling.

Finish from west to east near Sandhamn harbour. Two teams initially sailed past the finish, approaching it from east to west, then turned back. All teams paddled to the finish, with Rankin/White arriving first.

Top 3 finishers, Leg 11:

1. Rankin/White
2. Åberg/Simmons
3. Ekefalk/Rosengren

Satisfied, tired, and exhilarated warriors gathered at Sandhamn’s square. Wet clothes were exchanged for dry ones before the prize ceremony and later regatta dinner at the Seglarhotellet.

 

 

 

 

SAR JUNE 26, 2025 Stockholm Archipelago Raid 2025 Thursday, June 26 – Leg 8 and 9

Leg 8 – Start at 9:00

• 6 Start (south of the Finnhamn lagoon) – Paddling allowed from start to finish
• 94 to starboard – Björkskärsfjärden
• 24 Finish  close Stora Alskär

The morning’s most satisfying trade: a daggerboard for some batteries.

Sunshine all around and surprising warmth. Several sailors felt overdressed already on the way to the start.

Paddling across the start line ransitioned into light upwind conditions, with some support paddling likely all the way to the first checkpoint.

Two groups of five boats each held a steady downwind course toward Stora Alskär. Wallin/Riccius and Mårten/Richter missed CP 94.

First to finish was Ekefalk/Rosengren, with a solid lead over the second boat—7 minutes ahead: Åberg/Simmons and Rankin/White.

Lunch at Stora Alskär on flat rocks and sand in warming sunshine.

Top 3 finishers, Leg 8

1. Ekefalk/Rosengren
2. Åberg/Simmons
3. Rankin/White

Leg 9 – Start 14:00

• 24 Start Alskär
• 32 to port – Bullerö
• 48 to port (close by) – Norsten
• 54 to starboard (close by) – Huvudskär
• 61 to starboard, paddling allowed
• 3 Finish on the beach – Rånö

Downwind start – Karlsson/Nordblom got the best start, followed closely by Ekefalk/Rosengren and Bengtsson/Degerfors.

A bit further Åberg/Simmons squeezed into third place, with Bengtsson/Degerfors and Bergendahl/Wallin closely behind in steady 4–6 m/s winds. Interesting to see how this holds over the remaining 38 nautical miles.

About halfway, at CP 48 Morsten, six boats were tacking in a tight group aiming for Huvudskär.

Karlsson/Nordblom had a few minutes’ lead, but a ripped gennaker cost them time.

Good speed through Huvudskär, then fading wind outside Utö, followed by a shift to the south and rising wind again … and then another drop. Finish at Rånö.

Just before 8 p.m., the first boat Rankin/White crossed the finish line, closely followed by Åberg/Simmons.

At the finish: horn, beer, and a stunning sunset for the exhausted sailors. Debatable whether … or just how much … the beer tasted good after such a long day.

Today’s time of sailing: 10.5 hours including the lunch stop. Sauna and food followed, meanwhile three boats were towed in, and Eriksson/Hinnerson made it home on their own, reaching the beach at 22:30!

Top 3 finishers, Leg 9

1. Rankin/White
2. Åberg/Simmons
3. Ekefalk/Rosengren

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Stockholm Archipelago Raid 2025 – Wednesday, June 25 – Leg 5, 6 and 7.

Leg 5 – Start 5:30

• 4 – Start Fejan
• 78 – leave to starboard
• 43 – leave to starboard
• 44 – leave to starboard
• 88 – finish between L. Gräskö

A very early morning with cool, damp air. The officials, who had spent the night on Lidö, traveled to a quiet and tense Fejan. The sailors packed up their tents, got dressed, and rigged their boats. Breakfast bags and MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) to bring onboard.

A perfect upwind start in 5 m/s with ten boats. Some chose a starboard start, others port. Ekefalk/Rosengren crossed the start line first, heading toward the northernmost island Arholma. The course then turned back south and out to the open sea in increasing winds before rounding the epic lighthouse Söderarm, and then more east toward the finish at Lilla Gräskö at the family Östermans private recidence where we were welcomed with open arms and coffe. Former F18 sailor Anders Tengbom showed up with his amphibious airplane.

After less than 4 hours of fast sailing, the top 3 teams were:

Top 3 finishers, Leg 5:

1. Karlsson/Nordblom
2. Ekefalk/Rosengren
3. Bengtsson/Degerfors

Finish at Gräskö: 9:25 AM.

(Wallin/Riccius and Mårten/Richter – shortened course; Åberg/Simmons – DNF; Rankin/White – NSC for incorrect rounding of cp 44)

Leg 6 – Start 11:30

• 88 – Start
• 45 to starboard (close by)
• 66 – finish on the beach at Husarö
• Sound signal finish

The fleet blasted off on a downwind start in a fresh 7 m/s breeze, charging southeast into the maze of islands north of Rödlöga. From the start, Rankin/White, Mårten/Richter, and Bengtsson/Degerfors showed their intent with aggressive positioning. Ekefalk/Rosengren were right in the mix—until fate struck. They snagged an anchor line and pitch-poled, sending their cat into a somersault. But the crew recovered fast and were back in the race within minutes.

This leg turned out to be one of the most dramatic yet. Ekefalk/Rosengren’s misfortunes weren’t over—a crew member was tossed overboard but managed to cling on behind the boat. Meanwhile, Rankin/White shattered a daggerboard navigating the treacherous shallows. The entire fleet battled complex navigation, unpredictable gusts, and a scattering of submerged hazards.

As the wind tapered near Husarö, the final approach turned tactical. With boats converging toward the finish, Ekefalk/Rosengren and Åberg/Simmons were neck-and-neck. In a bold move, Rosengren jumped ashore and sprinted through the forest, shortcutting to the finish horn—beating Åberg/Simmons by seconds.

After a cold and testing leg, the sun finally broke through—lifting spirits just in time for rest and repairs.

Top 3 Finishers – Leg 6:

1. Karlsson/Nordblom
2. Ekefalk/Rosengren
3. Åberg/Simmons

Leg 7

• 66 – Start L Gräskö
• 52 to port – Finnhamn
• 20 to starboard – PA (paddling allowed) Norra Möja (possibly S-flag)
• 72 to port (close by) – PA Stavsudda
• 6 – Finish on the beach on Finnhamn

Start: 15:00

The afternoon start at Gräskö saw the fleet once again heading off downwind—but not everyone made it off cleanly. Rankin/White had to delay their start by five minutes to patch up damage from a collision with a rock.

Forty minutes into the leg, Åberg/Simmons had seized the lead, followed by Bengtsson/Degerfors, Karlsson/Nordblom, and Ekefalk/Rosengren. But the course was soon altered, removing waypoint 72 and shifting tactics across the fleet.

The reshuffle brought a new top pack: Åberg/Simmons still leading, chased by Karlsson/Nordblom, Ekefalk/Rosengren, Bergendahl/Wallin, and Rankin/White clawing back time after their delayed start.

But disaster struck again. Bengtsson/Degerfors suffered a daggerboard-breaking collision with another rock, forcing them to retire from the leg.

The leg ended with a picturesque finish at Finnhamn’s beach in “paradiset”, the paradise, where the horn and flag signaled the end of leg 7.

Top 3 Finishers – Leg 7:

1. Åberg/Simmons
2. Ekefalk/Rosengren
3. Karlsson/Nordblom

Mårten/Richter and Wallin/Riccius did not start this leg.

Stockholm Archipelago Raid 2025. Tuesday June 24 – leg 3 och 4.

Leg 3 – Tactical Starts and a Long Reach to Rödlöga
Start: Grinda | Distance: Approx. 25 Nm

• Grinda start outside beach
• 18 leave to starboard Nassa
• 17 leave to port Nassa
• 7 finish Rödlöga

Day 2 began with 11 boats lining up at Grinda for what would become a fast and scenic leg across the archipelago. The wind held steady at 5–10 m/s, shifting just enough to keep teams on their toes during the upwind start.

Karlsson/Nordblom seized the lead right out of the gate, with Rankin/White and Ekefalk/Rosengren in close pursuit. However, things got a little chaotic on the line — Åberg/Simmons jumped the gun and had to take a 360° penalty turn. Oddly enough, Rankin/White also completed a penalty turn, though the reason remains a mystery.

Once around Grinda, the fleet caught the breeze and took off downwind. Karlsson/Nordblom extended their lead significantly, sailing confidently past Möja and weaving through the beautiful but challenging Nassa archipelago. Behind them, Rankin/White and Ekefalk/Rosengren fought for second, but the leaders were never seriously threatened.

The weather mirrored the mood — grey skies gave way to sunshine as the fleet closed in on the day’s finish near Rödlöga. Karlsson/Nordblom crossed the line a full ten minutes ahead of the next boat, showing dominant form. Ekefalk/Rosengren managed to edge out Rankin/White to claim second place.

After the finish, one incident was reported: Schütz/Rumpf ran aground but fortunately without major consequences.

Sailors were treated to a well-earned lunch at Rödlöga, wrapping up a 25-nautical-mile leg that featured long beam reaches, tactical decision-making, and classic archipelago scenery.

Top 3 – Leg 3:
🥇 Karlsson/Nordblom
🥈 Ekefalk/Rosengren
🥉 Rankin/White

Leg 4 start: 14:20

7 start Rödlöga
44 leave to port
46 leave to port
4 leave to port at Fejan gate
91 leave to port at Lidö
4 finish from south to north at Fejan

Leg 4
Tuesday Afternoon | Rödlöga to Fejan Gate (Shortened Course) | Approx. 22 Nm

The second leg of Day 2 began at 14:20 under a light drizzle and with tension in the air — quite literally. The teams lined up for a tight downwind start, where Karlsson/Nordblom were quickly dealt a setback: a penalty forced them into a 360° turn just seconds after the horn.

Unfazed, both Karlsson/Nordblom and Ekefalk/Rosengren broke away from the pack, choosing a bold easterly route directly from Rödlöga. Meanwhile, the rest of the fleet threaded the narrow channel between Gräskläppen and Askören. The split made for an exciting gamble, though the fleets later converged further north as the breeze began to settle.

Through the afternoon, wind conditions improved slightly but remained tricky — gradually easing and shifting. By the time the boats reached the Fejan gate, the breeze had dropped to a whisper — just 1–4 m/s — prompting the race committee to shorten the course and relocate the finish line accordingly.

Despite the fading wind, one team suffered more than just slow progress. Marra/Duske (NZL) suffered a serious hull breach and came dangerously close to sinking. Fortunately, they were safely towed to Gräddö, but their raid was sadly over.

The rest of the fleet pushed on in the light air, and it was Rankin/White who showed their finesse, securing the win. Karlsson/Nordblom recovered impressively to take second, while Åberg/Simmons claimed third — their first top-three finish of the event.

In the evening as all teams came ashore the hot showers and a well-earned sauna felt really good. Hamburgers were served before the tents were pitched for another short night under the stars before the early start the following day.

Top 3 – Leg 4:
🥇 Rankin/White
🥈 Karlsson/Nordblom
🥉 Åberg/Simmons

Stockholm Archipelago Raid 2025. Monday June 23 – leg 1 and 2

Leg 1 – A Wet Start and Wild Gybing Duels
Start: 10:00 | Distance: Approx. 21 Nm

• 1 Start PA (Paddling Allowed)
  NP (No Paddling) from end of Skurusundet
• 22 Leave to SB (Starboard)
  Finish on beach next to 22 (sound the horn by the beach flag)

The first day of the Stockholm Archipelago Raid kicked off with 12 eager teams and soggy gear — everything was already soaked before anyone even left the shore. Fortunately, the rain paused just in time for the 10:00 start. Winds ranged between 7 and 10 m/s, promising a fast and challenging day on the water.

Karlsson/Nordblom claimed an early lead as the fleet set off, soon splitting into three distinct groups. Meanwhile, the race committee boat had a rough start of its own — striking an underwater cable and sacrificing its anchor to break free.

Just 15 minutes into the race, all teams had reached the narrow Baggenstäket strait, alternating between tacking and paddling to squeeze through. Once through, they faced gusty off-wind conditions in Skurusundet, where the action really heated up. Four teams — Karlsson/Nordblom, Ekefalk/Rosengren, Åberg/Simmons, and Rankin/White — traded places in a thrilling series of gybes, testing their reflexes and teamwork.

As the fleet stretched out toward Vaxholm, a few teams encountered trouble. Blomborn/Jönsson suffered a broken spinnaker pole and had to withdraw. Others capsized in the challenging breeze.

After covering around 21 nautical miles, the teams landed on the beach at Sandön for a well-deserved lunch — damp, tired, and definitely ready for more.

Top 3 – Leg 1:
🥇 Karlsson/Nordblom
🥈 Ekefalk/Rosengren
🥉 Rankin/White

Leg 2 – Upwind Battles and a Grinda Finish
Start: 14:25 | Finish: North of Grinda

Only 10 boats made the start of Leg 2, as Mårten/Richter did not continue. The wind had picked up slightly, blowing a steady 7–12 m/s — ideal conditions for an upwind leg.

 

 

Leg 2: Start 14:25

• 22 start near by Sandön
• 72 Leave to port
• 55 Leave to port
• 73 Leave to port, finish about 100m after CP (North Grinda)

Rankin/White nailed the start and led the fleet on a tactical route past Stavsudda and west of Svartsö, pushing hard toward the finish north of Grinda. The conditions demanded precision and stamina, with tight racing and changing positions along the course.

After another tough leg, the fleet arrived at Grinda — filled with race officials and tired but happy sailors. A great dinner steak was served as the stories from the day were flowing. With two legs down and more racing to come, the raid is off to a thrilling start.

Top 3 – Leg 2:
🥇 Rankin/White
🥈 Ekefalk/Rosengren
🥉 Karlsson/Nordblom