Sail Racer

Sail Racer

by UAB SailRacer

7 ratings
16 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 21 Jun 2026)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 22, 2011
  • November 1, 2018

Features

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About

This sailing app assists racers with tactical decisions by monitoring position and time, guiding maneuvers for optimal speed at the start line. It visualizes wind shifts and course efficiency, allowing skippers to focus on boat handling and competitive play.

Favored end of start line suggestion
Position and time monitoring
Maneuver guidance for optimal start
Course efficiency visualization
Wind shift visualization
Lay line distance and ETA
NMEA 0183 and Bluetooth data connection
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What's New in Sail Racer

6.8.8

November 1, 2018

Bugfixes

Subscription plans

Premium features

Unlocks side pane that shows various temporal and kinetic quantities related to sail racing.

$34.991 Year
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User reviews

Broken software

Has not been updated in 7 years. I bet this app would be fine if it was maintained. Oh well. Won’t be using unless major fixes are done.

Can’t connect wifi

Can’t connect to boat wifi (Vesper XB8000) and can’t get support from the developer. Concept is great but execution is rubbish.

So close… but yet so far

Downloaded this app to use for Hamilton Island Race Week on a Beneteau 47 that had lost instruments unexpectedly.
This thing could be amazing… except that auto switching marks does not work, and manually switching is buggy (vertical swipes seems to only work in landscape and not consistently). But the #1 problem is that every time the app loses power (when you put your phone in your pocket for example) it forgets you were racing. So you have to start the race again and swipe through each mark manually to get back to where you are.
Makes this exceedingly tedious to use and basically useless under pressure (Ie in race conditions).
Have requested a refund.
If these things were fixed, I’d keep it for sure; and suggest NMEA 2000 compatibility as a needed feature.
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Clunky and needs a update

Doesn’t really work reliably. Interface nearly there but at times struggles on phone and iPad Pro. Seems to hang at time. Setting a course not intuitive. Trying to change between start and race mode really hard. Other than that the base is ok.

My go to racing app

Just wish they were still maintaining it and adding new features.

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FAQ

What is Sail Racer?

Sail Racer is a sailing application designed to aid racers in making faster tactical decisions. It provides features like start line guidance, position monitoring, and wind shift visualization to enhance performance on the water.

Is Sail Racer free to use?

Sail Racer is free for learning purposes, such as for Optimist kids and Lasers, and for evaluation. However, keel boat racers are asked to purchase a Premium license for €35 per year.

What are the Premium features in Sail Racer?

Premium features are available via a yearly subscription for €35. These features are designed to offer advanced capabilities for serious keel boat racers, enhancing tactical decision-making and performance analysis.

How does Sail Racer handle subscriptions?

Subscriptions for Sail Racer Premium can be managed through your Account Settings. Auto-renewal can be turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.

What devices does Sail Racer support?

Sail Racer is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to be compatible with Apple's mobile operating systems for a seamless user experience.

How often is Sail Racer updated?

The latest version of Sail Racer is 6.8.8, which was last updated on November 1, 2018. While the app has not been updated recently, it offers a stable set of features for sailing enthusiasts.

What is the user rating for Sail Racer?

Sail Racer has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 7 ratings. This indicates a mixed user reception, with some users finding value in its features while others may have experienced issues.

Does Sail Racer use a lot of battery?

Yes, the app warns that continued use of the internal GPS receiver when not connected to an external GPS can dramatically decrease battery life. It is recommended to manage GPS usage or use external connections when possible.