
SailboatRacer
Race Analytics·GPS·AI Coach
About
This app provides AI-powered coaching and advanced race analytics for competitive sailors. It offers real-time GPS tracking, speed polar analysis, and personalized race briefings based on forecasts and historical data.
What's New in SailboatRacer
1.6
July 13, 2026
What's New in 1.6 Live boat instruments (new) Connect your wind instruments over WiFi with a NMEA gateway and see live true wind, boat speed, and heading right in the app. iPad Race Display (new) Turn your iPad into a tactical display: live laylines to the mark, target boat speed, and an on-the-water AI tactician that flags bad air, wind shadows, wind shifts, and when to tack. Smarter AI race debriefs Your debrief now reads your instrument data — VMG vs. your polars, how you played the shifts, and upwind vs. downwind performance. Truer race replay Playback now runs at real race timing (5×–50×), so an hour-long race finally feels right. Rock-solid GPS tracking Rebuilt background recording captures your whole race — even with the screen locked — with automatic recovery if the app is interrupted. Apple Watch upgrades VMG to the mark, a docking-speed overlay, Digital Crown start-timer control, port/starboard tack split, a haptic start gun, and a wind brief on the Club tab. Also new & improved Import a GPS track from another device (GPX) Delete races you no longer want Docking Mode saves your slip and shows distance + a path home Wind view now shows the whole day, and Today matches your race day Club photo sharing fixed Bigger, clearer text across the app
MoreSubscription plans
Captain Annual
Annual Subscription. Free for first 2 weeks.
FAQ
What is SailboatRacer?
SailboatRacer is an AI-powered platform designed for club sailors, offering advanced race analytics, personalized coaching, and real-time tracking to enhance performance on the water.
Does SailboatRacer have ads?
No, SailboatRacer does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.
What are the subscription plans for SailboatRacer?
SailboatRacer offers monthly and annual plans for 'Racer' and 'Captain' tiers, with prices ranging from $4.99/month to $79.99/year. Both tiers include a 1-month free trial.
How does the AI coach in SailboatRacer work?
The AI coach, powered by Claude AI, provides pre-race briefings based on forecasts and fleet data, and season debriefs by analyzing your race history to identify areas for improvement.
What devices does SailboatRacer support?
SailboatRacer is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to access its features across multiple devices.
How often is SailboatRacer updated?
The latest version of SailboatRacer is 1.2, which was last updated on June 19, 2026. Updates are released regularly to improve features and performance.
Can I track my races offline with SailboatRacer?
SailboatRacer's GPS race mode tracks your race in real-time. Background tracking ensures recording even when the screen is off, and your data syncs when you reconnect.
What is the age rating for SailboatRacer?
SailboatRacer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.







