The 638-mile offshore race course leads across the Gulf Stream. Wind against strong currents especially when the area is swept by gale-force winds, make for large breaking waves that can lead to seasickness, hypothermia, damages and other issues.
Sailaway Newport to Bermuda Race Notice of Race
Sailaway Newport to Bermuda Race Sailing Instructions
The Sailaway Newport to Bermuda races per division count torwards the Europe race.
Time correction factors are applied, see https://e-offshore-racing.com/index.php/the-europe-race/