SailX is an online game that enables users all over the world to race sailboats against each other in real-time around short courses and in strict accordance with the Racing Rules of Sailing.
SailX puts the gamer in the position of being able to issue simple instructions to a virtual sailor onboard their race boat. Because the virtual sailor carries out all instructions perfectly, the gamer wins or loses purely because of the quality of instructions given. These instructions are very simple (tack, gybe, etc) yet the rationale behind them is based on the same complex strategic and tactical considerations that exist in real-world racing. Because of this (like chess or checkers) the game is simple and addictive for the ‘newbie’ and, at the same time, extremely challenging for the advanced user and real-world sailor. SailX races last 5-10 minutes each and take place continuously, 24/7. Users can race as few or as many as they like. SailX is currently used by schools, universities, clubs, National Federations and Boat Shows plus is used as an interactive training tool for top-level sailors (Olympians & World Champions) and ISAF International Umpires.
Each day six Official Regattas take place and you only need to complete three regattas every fortnight to earn maximum points. New competitors can join at any time, but best to get started as soon as possible as competition is intense. Get sailing right away by visiting SailX.com.
