Welcome to the Virtual Golden Globe Race hosted by FairWinds
FairWinds and the Golden Globe Race have partnered to bring you a virtual circumnavigation challenge. Sail the same waters as the GGR fleet, navigating real-time weather in the Southern Ocean and beyond, using only celestial and traditional navigation techniques. Registration and GGR races are free.
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Chart your way through real weather
FairWinds is a persistent online simulation — your boat and the weather keep moving 24/7, whether you're at the helm or not. Get aboard your own Rustler 36 and navigate real-time global wind conditions, facing the same tactical navigation decisions as the GGR sailors.
View global wind map →Sail like it's 1968 using celestial navigation
Master the sextant and the sky. Learn and practice celestial navigation skills with FairWinds' built-in planetarium and tools. Convert your fixes to plot your course around the world.
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GGR Events – Free to Join
The Virtual GGR is free to join, in two formats: race the full circumnavigation, or race it one leg at a time.
Virtual Round the World
Sail the full solo, non-stop, unassisted circumnavigation — the same course and real-time weather as the GGR fleet.
Per Leg Series
Race the same course one leg at a time — a great way to join the fleet without committing to the full circumnavigation.
New to FairWinds?
Register for free and get access to the GGR and many other FairWinds races and expeditions. Courses include repeatable practice races, weekend and long distance race series, and historical world expeditions.
- FairWinds quick start – 5 minutes to get started in FairWinds.
- Join the community – Join the FairWinds community of virtual sailors, with weekly practice and fun virtual sailing events.
- Level playing field – All racers get access to the same features. No need to buy upgrades to get a win.
